If you know someone who loves color, bold fashion, and gigantic accessories, this would be such a perfect manual for living stylishly—full of wisdom and stories and inspiration for collecting and dressing. (Don’t miss her New York Times obituary. What a life!)

Leigh says: This coffee table book is a visual feast. Iris Apfel was a creative force, a true sartorial inspiration. Her story about Duke Ellington is not to be missed! Pair with the documentary Iris and thank me later.