Fashion Is Freedom: How a Girl from Tehran Broke the Rules to Change Her World - Tapa blanda

"Raassi's elegant, conversational style...brings readers into her world effortlessly and keeps them there until the final page. [Fashion is Freedom] offers women everywhere a heroine to cheer for." - Booklist

"A rare book equally likely to appeal to fans of Project Runway and students of contemporary Middle Eastern cultural history." - Kirkus

"WhenTala Raassireceived an unthinkable childhoodpunishment-40 lashes for wearing a miniskirt-she didn't hidein shame. She did the opposite, launching a fashion line to celebrate women's bodies. Her story is extraordinary." - Abigail Pesta, award-winning journalist and Vice President of the Overseas Press Club of America"

"Fearless...Iranian designer Tala Raassi's revolutionary journey from jail to runway." - Cosmopolitan

"An uplifting and empowering read. Tala Raassi's story is a testament to our ability as women to pursue our dreams in spite of adversity." - Marie ClaireUK

"Every day I am grateful that I can choose whatever the hell I want to wear without the fear of punishment or violence or imprisonment. Tala's story had a powerful impact on my life. She is a woman who will change the world!" - Jesinta Campbell, Miss Universe Australia 2010 and author of Live a Beautiful Life

"Raasi's story is inspirational and very relevant for young entrepreneurs and creative types, providing plenty of insight into the dos and don'ts of running a small business." - Publishers Weekly

"I was so moved with Tala's undying determination! I love that she fought back against oppression by moving from Iran to the U.S., launching her fashion line, creating super sexy styles for all, and embracing the 'BIKINI' as a symbol of freedom!" - Monica Wise, L*Space Founder, Designer, and Creative Director

"Tala is a beautiful example of empowerment and strength. Fashion is Freedom shows us not only an incredible woman on the rise but additionally, a woman who did not allow the difficult hardships she faced on her journey to deter her from chasing her dreams and creating change in the world. I am inspired by her bravery and fearless nature." - Jenna Ushkowitz, Actress, producer and author of Choosing Glee

"Tala can serve asan inspiration to young women everywhere for shedding a dark and difficult past to become successful in business, but the most amazing part of her story isn't her achievement. It's that in spite of what she went through as a kid and aside from the incredible things she has accomplished, she is still an incredibly kind, open person - someone from whom we can all learn. Josh Ellis, Editor in Chief,
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