GIVEAWAY: Fierce Style by Christian Siriano

{This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to those who entered!}

When I received a copy of Fierce Style: How To Be Your Most Fabulous Self by 2008 Project Runway winner Christian Siriano, I thought two things. One, it'll be nice to read something that doesn't rhyme for the first time in a while. And two, it would be a fun, light read about style, fashion and things that are otherwise out there in the world but don't really affect me here at home.

If you are a Project Runway fan, then you'll definitely remember Christian and his lingo ("ferocia couture," "tickity tack" and "hot tranny mess," just to name a few) and what a big personality he has in his small frame. The now twenty-three-year-old has taken his amazing fashion talent and his one-of-a-kind character and written a book to show how to follow him in embodying fierce style.

What I found as I read this book surprised me. Sure, Fierce Style IS about style and fashion, but there is much more than just that. In light, conversational writing, Christian tells his readers how to look, feel and act fierce in their everyday life. While telling his journey of developing his own fashion sense and overcoming obstacles to success, Christian gives advice on creating personal style, sharing tips on building self-confidence, and revealing his own list of fashion dos and don'ts (I shouldn't go out in sweatpants? Hmm).

As well as being impressed by all the fun photographs and illustrations, I enjoyed the underlying message that Fierce Style gives its readers. Whether you are tall or short, thin or curvy, employed in your dream job or just starting out, just have confidence in yourself. Embrace your strengths AND weaknesses, no matter how fabulous they may be (Christian loved Saved By The Bell, too!), and believe in yourself.

Everyone has days that they feel like they need to just rest and everyone receives criticism that makes them feel bad. The important thing is the way YOU feel and live your life. Think big, focus on the positive, take chances and be true to yourself are all major points that Fierce Style gets across and I think Christian does it in a way that one might call totally flawless. (Don't worry, there is also an official Christian Siriano Glossary in Fierce Style for all of us divas who might need a reference to know exactly what he's talking about).

Learn more on Fierce Style's Facebook page, join the Fierce Style Photo Shoot Out or visit Christian Siriano's website to view his collections and find out where to shop for them! Want to have a chance to sit down with an enjoyable read and learn how you, too can be inspired to find your personal style and bring out your inner fabulous fierceness?

One lucky person will win their own copy of Fierce Style: How To Be Your Most Fabulous Self by Christian Siriano!

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To enter to win a copy of Fierce Style: Tell me your biggest fashion faux pas of the past. My mom let me wear whatever I wanted from a very early age, so there are pictures of me in 5th grade having gone to school (MULTIPLE TIMES) wearing a neon swirl pattern leotard with bright pink and white striped stretch pants. Looking at those photos is so NOT fabulous.

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Giveaway will end on October 22nd at 11:59pm CST. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or respond to notification or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to residents of the US or Canada only (no P.O. Boxes, please).

A big thank you to Hatchette Books for providing me with a copy of Fierce Style for review as well for one lucky giveaway winner. I had a great time reading it!