Recently published by TeNeues is the fabulously chic book series, THE STYLISH LIFE, with the subject of each volume the lifestyle, fashion, destinations, and iconic athletes of six different sports. Tennis, Golf, Skiing, Equestrian, Yachting, Football (soccer), each book is a photographic compendium featuring a stunning array of images, vintage and contemporary, that highlights what makes each of these sports so uniquely stylish.
THE STYLISH LIFE: GOLF
This bountiful tome features the world’s most fashionable golf destinations, from tropical islands to prestigious country clubs, and takes the reader on a photographic tour of the finest courses and clubhouses. The Stylish Life: Golf delves into the illustrious pedigree of this leisurely sport with its high-profile players, chic and quirky dress code, and highlights why socialites, captains of industry, and celebrities are drawn to this sylvan sport.
John F. Kennedy playing with children © The Stylish Life Golf, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Estate of Stanley Tretick LLC/Corbis
THE STYLISH LIFE: SKIING
The Stylish Life: Skiing is a nostalgic and glamorous journey through alpine history that features the sport’s pioneers, superstars, celebrities, and the evolution of its resorts, fashion, equipment, and more. It looks at both the technical side and cutting-edge equipment that has evolved skiing into a fiercely competitive and popular sport, as well as the cultural side and jetsetter destinations that have created this distinctively aspirational lifestyle.
L-R: Ski resort of Courchevel, Savoie, Rhone-Alpes, France © The Stylish Life – Skiing, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Neil Emmerson/Robert Harding World Imagery/Corbis. Mirja and Gunter Sachs © The Stylish Life Skiing, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Pierre Vauthey/Sygma/Corbis
THE STYLISH LIFE: YACHTING
Defined by glamour, sleek design, and wealth, yachting is the ultimate in la dolce vita leisure, and is elegantly captured The Stylish Life: Yachting. A blend of craftsmanship, innovation, and fine materials, these refined vessels are as posh as they are practical. From the crowned heads of Europe and business moguls, to Hollywood screen legends and socialites, readers gaze at some of the most noted names in the world as they display their nautical prowess and revel in lavish luxury. Dreamy and exclusive locales such as Monte Carlo, Greece, and St. Barths provide the backdrop where everyone is rich and attractive—and it’s always the height of summer.
Clockwise top right: Natalie Wood and Robert Wagner © The Stylish Life Yachting, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Steve Schapiro/Corbis; Ronald Reagan and Wife Jane Wyman © The Stylish Life Yachting, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis; Sailboats Racing © The Stylish Life Yachting, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Onne van der Wal/Corbis
THE STYLISH LIFE: TENNIS
More than just a game, tennis has always been a social pursuit, and an The Stylish Life: Tennis celebrates the culture that has developed around this chic pastime. From Wimbledon to Roland Garros to other prestigious venues around the world, tennis tournaments are a place to see and be seen. Vintage and contemporary images celebrate the legendary players and modern stars, celebrity onlookers and royalty, as well as the luxurious tennis clubs, courts, and fashions that have contributed to this sport’s rich and stylish history.
Competitors at Tennis Tournament Jump over Net © The Stylish Life Tennis, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Hulton-Deutsch Collection/Corbis
THE STYLISH LIFE: EQUESTRIAN
Including horse racing, show-jumping, and polo, amongst other disciplines, The Stylish Life: Equestrian encapsulates the horses, riders, shows, culture, and style of equestrian sports. Images of royalty, socialites, and fabulously attired spectators intermingling fill the book’s pages and readers get an inside peek at the luxurious stables, arenas and race tracks at such competitions as the Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Royal Ascot in England, and Prix de l’Arc in Paris.
Clockwise top right: Racehorses in the Starting Gate © The Stylish Life Equestrian, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com, Photo © Ben Wood/Corbis; Prince Feeds his Horse © The Stylish Life Equestrian, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com, Photo © Hulton-Deutsch Collection/Corbis; Versailles, Paris, France © The Stylish Life Equestrian, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com, Photo © Matteo Carassale/Grand Tour/Corbis
THE STYLISH LIFE: FOOTBALL
We are talking soccer here and The Stylish Life: Football is a book that even non-football fans will enjoy. Where football and lifestyle collide, it’s all here from the fashion (hairdos and tattoos), art (stadiums and statues), and high-profile personalities (VIPs and WAGs). Crossing the border between sport and popular culture, the book celebrates footballing stars and spectators and their shared passion for the game.
Dress code for Fans © The Stylish Life Football, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com, Photo © Gerrit Starczewski/star-photo.de
COVER PHOTO CREDITS
© The Stylish Life Golf, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Bettmann/Corbis; © The Stylish Life Skiing, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Slim Aarons/Hulton Archive/Getty Images; © The Stylish Life Yachting, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com, Photo © Onne van der Wal/Corbis; © The Stylish Life Tennis, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Slim Aarons/Getty Images; © The Stylish Life Equestrian, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Lea Roth/beyond/Corbis; © The Stylish Life Football, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © picture alliance/AP Images