In Astor City, Dress To Impress is the ultimate styling competition where fashion, creativity and big dreams collide. Everyone is chasing stars and Chloe Carlton is determined to shine the brightest.
But when a new girl, Riley Robinson, strolls into Vanderbilt High with combat boots, cool vibes and serious styling skills, Chloe’s confidence starts to wobble. Suddenly, the competition feels a little more complicated and friendships even more so.
With her besties Poppy, Teagan and Skye by her side, Chloe must decide if being the best means doing whatever it takes… or if there’s something more important than coming first.
Get ready for fashion face-offs, runway drama and LOTS of sparkle in the very first book of the Dress To Impress Diaries series!
Poppy Park is full of glitter, color and confidence. But when her super sciency parents ban her from competing in the Dress To Impress rounds, she has to prove that fashion isn’t just fun, it’s her future.
Can a sparkle loving stylist stay true to her passion in a house full of equations and lab reports? Poppy’s about to find out, one glitter pen at a time.
Stay tuned. The comeback’s about to begin.
Meet the five girls who bring the world of Dress To Impress Diaries to life.
Chloe, Poppy, Skye, Teagan and Riley each have their own style and their own story to tell. Find out more about your favorite Dress To Impress Diaries characters here!
Age: 15
Signature Style: Preppy and powerful. Chloe loves sleek blazers, crisp shirts, structured skirts and polished finishes. She wants to look like she’s already running her own company.
Dream Career: To become a celebrity stylist and eventually launch her own styling brand.
Go-To Accessories: A Lana bow or classic headband, Mary Janes and simple jewelry that ties her look together.
Favorite Themes: Red Carpet Glam, Career Chic or Cover of Vogue. Anything polished where she can show off her love of structure and style.
Age: 14
Signature Style: Playful and bright. Poppy loves mixing K-pop sparkle with Y2K touches. She’s not afraid of bold colors, layered textures or trying something completely new if it makes her stand out.
Dream Career: To style every popstar and K-pop tour in the world.
Go-To Accessories: Sparkly backpacks, butterfly clips and a dusting of glitter bronzer that give her looks extra personality.
Favorite Themes: K-Pop Star, Coachella, Pop Princess. Anything that lets her turn up the color, fun and energy.
Age: 15
Signature Style: Edgy streetwear with an indie music twist. She pairs oversized hoodies and combat boots with vintage touches for looks full of attitude and authenticity.
Dream Career: To launch her own streetwear label.
Go-To Accessories: Combat boots, mini skirts and stacked silver chains that show her streetwear edge.
Favorite Themes: Rockstar, Grunge Revival or Street Style. Anything that lets her push boundaries and bring raw energy to the run-way.
Age: 15
Signature Style: Athletic and on trend. Teagan keeps up with the latest activewear looks from sleek leggings to cropped hoodies and fresh sneakers.
Dream Career: To become a famous athletic influencer who styles the latest sportswear trends and encourages exercise that feels healthy and fun.
Go-To Accessories: A perfect pair of sneakers, smart watch and a belt bag that completes her look.
Favorite Themes: Sporty Chic, Fitness Model or Athleisure. Anything that lets her turn athletic wear into fashion.
Age: 14
Signature Style: Romantic and whimsical. Skye loves mixing delicate details with just a touch of drama. Her looks always feel dreamy and magical.
Dream Career: To create fashion exhibitions that feel like stepping into a story. Skye wants her designs to make people feel like they’ve entered another world.
Go-To Accessories: Ballet flats with ribbons, corsets and fairy wings that sparkle softly under the lights.
Favorite Themes: Angels vs Devils, Fairy Core or Whimsygoth. Anything that lets her bring her imagination to life.