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Open Book: Alex Assouline

The Assouline president on the books that shaped his path—from personal growth to timeless style, to the one he returns to again and again.

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Alex Assouline. Photo by Stefano Ukmar.

For Alex Assouline, books are more than collections—they’re cherished companions on life's journey. His "Open Book" list spans transformative self-development volumes that unlock human potential to nostalgic reads that transport him back to childhood. Whether exploring the elegant world of fashion or immersing himself in timeless classics, these are the literary treasures he returns to again and again.

The book that changed how I see the world is: Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty

The book I've ready more than once (or twice) is: The Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

The book I gift all my friends: Wandering Souls by Cecile Pin

The book that reminds me of my childhood is: Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

The book I never finished (but wanted to) is: Belle du Seigneur by Albert Cohen

The book that inspired by career is: The Luxury Alchemist by Ketty Pucci-Sisti Maisonrouge

The book that taught me everything about fashion is: Dressing the Man by Alan Flusser

If I were an Assouline book, I would be: Paris Chic by Oliver Pilcher and Alexandra Senes

In honor of World Book Day, discover Culture Lounge’s “Open Book” series, featuring insights from tastemakers and industry leaders who reveal how literature impacts our lives, shapes our communication, and deepens our understanding of the world around us.

Alex's Picks
The Classics Collection Paris Chic
$120 USD

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