The first ever tooth gem style bible, this fun, fashion-forward book travels across continents to showcase some of the globe's most eye- catching and daring dental jewelry. Tooth gems are taking the world by storm, and everyone from celebrities and influencers to stylists and dental hygienists is hopping on board. Serving up pages of dazzling and bejeweled grins, this guide features the handiwork of over 45 artists and technicians who are setting the bar for creativity in cities such as Atlanta, Bangkok, Barcelona, Berlin, Buenos Aries, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, Melbourne/Naarm, Mexico City, Miami, Montreal, New Delhi, New York, Oslo, Seoul, Warsaw, and more. Each tooth gem specialist's profile includes work samples as well as commentary about their practice, process, and style. An introduction by journalist Lauren Levy provides cultural context as well as a wider history of tooth adornments, from gold bands worn by ancient Etruscans and jade inserts favored by the Maya, to the grills sported by rappers starting in 1980s New York City, the idea for which came from West Indian immigrants' gold teeth. No matter what their vibe, this gem of a book offers inspiration and tips for readers hoping to embrace a new look or elevate their own toothy style. AUTHORS: Ali Gitlow commissions and edits books about pop culture, art, design, fashion, photography, and more. She lives and works in New York City. Alexa Johnson is an editor, designer, and founder of the creative consultancy Bubbelah Studio. She lives and works in New York City and Los Angeles. Lauren Levy is a writer and editor who has contributed to outlets including New York magazine, Dazed, ELLE, Billboard, and the FADER. She lives and works in New York City. SELLING POINTS: . PERFECT FOR fashionistas, fans of tooth gems, beauty pros, and those who apply tooth gems. . THE FIRST BOOK ON TOOTH GEMS: This will be the first book to look at the phenomenon of tooth gems, which have been taking the fashion world (and major celebs) by storm for the past few years. By looking at the handiwork of different people who apply tooth gems, the book will act as a style bible. . GLOBAL PHENOMENON: People around the world are getting tooth gems; it's a topic that has wide appeal. . FUN PHOTOS: We are taking care to source really great, vibrant, cool photos of tooth gems, the people who have them, and the people who apply them. 200 colour illustrations
