House Beautiful Decorating Style

Rating:
Summary: Not very stylish
Review: I usually like House Beautiful books. They may not have very substantive text, but the photos are usually gorgeous. The pictures in this book did not save it from going in my reject pile. The book just left me bored. Those of you who have the previous House Beautiful Decorating with Style book, and were hoping this new version was updated, you are in for a disappointment like myself. It is a rehash of the previous edition.

Better sources:
1)The Ultimate Home Style Guide by Katherine Sorrell - almost all styles are representd here with enough details on colors, fabrics, and style elements to create the look yourself.

2) Homes & Gardens Book of Design - I don't much care for Homes & Gardens magazine, but I like this book. Good for inspiration. Shows beautiful photos of many different styles.