Jeanne Beker "Heart On My Sleeve- Stories From A Life Well Worn" Book

Fashion and style icon Jeanne Beker delivers an uplifting and inspiring memoir that walks us through a wardrobe of memory, one article of clothing at a time.

Jeanne Beker’s name is synonymous with style and grace in fashion. Recognized by many as the beloved host of Fashion Television and The New Music, Jeanne has spent an entire career interviewing celebrities and uncovering their most private selves. Now, in Heart on My Sleeve, Jeanne reveals who she is in an all-new way.

This is not just a memoir, but a wardrobe of memory. Jeanne walks us through her recollections of specific pieces of clothing and jewellery, precious items that have made an indelible impact on her. She invites readers to think more deeply about how what we wear—whether it’s a thrift-store find or high-end couture—acts as a touchstone to our most treasured recollections, reminding us of who we once were or of loved ones we hold dear.

With Jeanne as our style guide, we get up-close and personal with a star-studded cast, including Paul McCartney, Madonna, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Moss, Oscar de la Renta, Beyoncé, and Keith Richards. But equally important, Jeanne introduces us to the family members and loved ones who form her closest entourage: her wise Yiddish mother and her industrious father, both Holocaust survivors, her childhood neighbour Mrs. Jaskolka, a style maven ahead of her time, her two trailblazing daughters, and her many warm and exuberant friends who have seen her through the best and worst of times.

Jeanne proves that a life lived with style and substance is always in fashion. Bold, colourful, and authentic, this is Jeanne Beker at her very best and brightest.

• Author photo credit: Fabian Di Corcia

“Her prose is endearingly conversational. . . and paints memorable portraits of her family and friends. It’s a pleasure to spend time in Beker’s company.”
— Publishers Weekly

“Jeanne was always a welcome face backstage at the shows, where she had access to all areas. Reading her stories has been such a trip down memory lane.”
— KATE MOSS

“Jeanne Beker was my first fashion guru. I lived vicariously through her Fashion Television interviews with awe and wonder.“
— KIM CATTRALL

Heart On My Sleeve is basically a love letter to fashion and a lively walk through the extraordinary life of my friend Jeanne Beker.”
— BRYAN ADAMS

“I always looked forward to seeing Jeanne Beker backstage at my shows. I knew she would get it and also know the references and the music! It was wonderful to have someone on your team who loved fashion as much as you.”
— ANNA SUI, Fashion Designer