{"product_id":"only-the-best-tuv2wl","title":"Only the Best","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn inspiring picture book biography about the amazing Ann Lowe—the first nationally-known African American fashion designer.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eA careful snip, a delicate fold.\u003cbr\u003e Fabric the color of new petals.\u003cbr\u003e Skirts that flare like upside-down blossoms.\u003cbr\u003e A garden bursts into bloom!\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e There is no \"good enough.\"\u003cbr\u003e For Ann, only the best will do.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Award-winning author Kate Messner, costume historian Margaret E. Powell, and fashion designer and illustrator Erin Robinson tell the powerful story of the ground-breaking Ann Lowe, who grew up in a small Alabama dress shop and became the first nationally-known African American fashion designer. Sought after by millionaires and movie stars, her designs walked the red carpet and graced the wedding of Senator John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e At a time when the world around her thought African Americans deserved no more than second-class treatment, Ann expected no less than very best for herself.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e THE FIRST, FAMED BLACK FASHION DESIGNER: Although she faced many hardships, Ann's spirit, talent, and belief in herself always shone through. This story provides an empowering, real-life role model for young girls—and especially Black girls—to relate to and see themselves in, at an age when building self-confidence is more important than ever.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e ENCOURAGES CREATIVITY AND PERSERVERENCE: Full of interesting details about how Ann came up with her designs, and how she always forged ahead in spite of setbacks, this true story will captivate aspiring artists and young creative thinkers alike.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e SURE OF HER OWN WORTH: This book makes a perfect gift for anyone looking to celebrate, empower, and inspire the women in their lives—whether daughters, granddaughters, nieces, cousins, or friends. Ann Lowe is a testament to the power of knowing we're both capable of and deserve ONLY THE BEST!\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e BEAUTIFUL, IMMERSIVE PROSE: Wonderful, vivacious writing by award-winning author Kate Messner and expert historian Margaret E. Powell brings Ann's pride in herself and her work to life in rich detail.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Perfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents, grandparents, and caregivers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Teachers and librarians \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers who loved \u003ci\u003eLittle Leaders\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eParker Looks Up\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anyone seeking books about Black excellence, female empowerment, or Black history \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51495388086578,"sku":"9781452161600","price":2.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/3874\/9234\/files\/5nadi20tbp3v_528c5798-a2fb-430a-8d46-bf1ae7b5206c.jpg?v=1784649637","url":"https:\/\/chroniclebooks.shop\/products\/only-the-best-tuv2wl","provider":"Cloudberry Hobby House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}