Each bookstore will act as a concierge, recommending "the book you should read now" to FASHION HEADLINE readers. Every Tuesday, Shimada Foreign Books, a visual foreign book store located in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo (5-5-25 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, T-PLACE, 1F A103), will introduce recommended books.

■ "BLUE & WHITE STYLE" by Gail Abbott

This book features a wealth of photographs showcasing interiors that combine blue and white, a classic color long beloved by artists and craftsmen. Even within the same color, blue comes in a variety of textures, from country-style pastels to strong, bright blues like cobalt blue, blue pigment colors reminiscent of gemstones, and the refreshing blue of the seashore. When combined with pure white, these create a gentle, light, and comfortable space. This book features photographs of blue and white designs for walls, doors, stairs, windows, linens, table settings, and furniture, divided into five styles: classical, country, jewel blue, coastal, and outdoor. This book explores how to create a lifestyle incorporating blue and white, reminiscent of the beautiful natural beauty of the sky and sea, from various angles. The final chapter features collections of tableware, ceramics, glassware, and tiles, along with display methods. Blue and white pervades the book from cover to inside pages, making it a must-have for marine enthusiasts. [Book Information] "CREATIVE BAGS" Author: GAIL ABBOTT Publisher: CICO BOOKS Language: English Hardcover / 160 pages / 260 x 225 x 252 mm Published: 2015 Price: ¥5,000