Lisa Sussman is a New York based journalist who contributes to many major womens magazines including Cosmopolitan, New Woman and Living as well as the mens magazine Stuff. She has previously written 10 books including a series for Cosmopolitan. Illustrator Lucy Truman's work has appeared in many publications such as Marie Claire, Red-Hachette Fillipacchi (UK), Tatler and The Economist. Her illustrations epitomize chic stylish glamour and idealistic living as they encapsulate fantasy and escapism. Her inspirations draw upon modernist architecture, retro interiors, 1950's-60's popular culture and films from the period. She also has many advertising clients including Avon, Olay, and Procter and Gamble.