Hot Couture

Hot Couture is the first and only book of the Hot Couture series.

Summary
''You're modeling for NYC's hottest fashion house! Can you design the clothing line of your dreams and find romance on the runway?''

Chapter 1: Model Behavior
"You're modeling for NYC's hottest fashion house! Can you design the clothing line of your dreams and find romance on the runway?"

Chapter 2: Life of the Party
"It's your time to shine! Impress fashion moguls and icons at the industry party of the year... and maybe things will heat up with a new stranger."

Chapter 3: Making a Splash
"It's time for the big annual swimsuit shoot at the Hamptons! Will you prove your worth to Hazel Boutique?"

Chapter 4: In Hot Water
"A sabotage during the summer wear challenge sends you into crisis mode. Do you have the design chops to save the day?"

Chapter 5: Flashing Lights
"Is modeling the right path to make your dreams come true? You're not so sure when you're faced with your toughest shoot yet..."

Chapter 6: It Girl
"You're riding the wave of your newfound fame! But as it turns out, the attention isn't all it's cracked up to be..."

Chapter 7: Ramping Up
"You'll do whatever it takes to get out of this blinding spotlight! But will Hazel give you a second chance?"

Chapter 8: Benvenuto a Milano
"Preparations are under way for Milan Fashion Week! Will it be enough to pull a win over HB's rival fashion house, Tatin?"

Chapter 9: Sabotage
"When Hazel is sabotaged right before the big show, will you be able to step up for the team?"

Chapter 10: The Devil Wears HB
"Your victory's been stolen right out from under you! Can you take back what's rightfully yours?"

Chapter 11: Crossroads
"You return to New York to hear Hazel's verdict... But will it be what you want to hear?"

Chapter 12: All Sewn Up
"You're back in the game and prepping for your first open house! But will your enemies succeed in bringing you down?"

Chapter 13: Bring Down the House
"It's the night of your big show! Will your first solo venture put you on the map for Paris Fashion Week?"

Chapter 14: Allure
"Otto's given you a tempting offer... Will you succumb to his powers of persuasion? Or battle your way toward Paris Fashion Week as an underdog?"

Chapter 15: City of Lights
"You face multiple hurdles while prepping for Paris Fashion Week... Will you wrap up your loose ends in time for your biggest show yet?"

Chapter 16: A Star Is Born
"This fateful night in Paris is everything you've ever prepared for. Will all of your dreams come true?"

Gameplay Features

 * Similar to Mother of the Year, romance/flirty options are noted with a heart (❤).
 * New clothing layer options. For example, Chapter 1's premium base dress is 💎10, jacket is 💎10, and necklace is 💎5; total cost of ensemble is 💎25 (as is the cost of most premium outfits across different series) but the player may choose what combination to purchase.

Mood Board
Throughout Hot Couture, you will have the opportunity to sketch Inspirations. Each one you gain will unlock a special part of the outfit. Complete the Mood Board to gain an exclusive haute couture outfit and unlock an exclusive finale scene.

Spoilers

 * On December 19, 2019, users on tumblr, reddit, and other social media reported that VIP was advertising two new books, this one and With Every Heartbeat.
 * The end of Chapter 15 says that the next chapter will be the finale, hinting that this will be a standalone book.
 * On December 16, 2020, PB released the book for everyone.
 * This also makes it the first VIP book to be released to the general public.

Trivia

 * The book's title is a play on words alluding to the French term haute couture which translates as high fashion.
 * This is the second book that allows players to know in advance which chapters collectibles will become available.
 * This book takes place after the events of Red Carpet Diaries, Book 2 and The Royal Romance, Book 3:
 * The Main Character mentions watching The Last Duchess and The Show MUST Go On.
 * Penelope Ebrim makes a cameo appearance as a designer who designs clothes for dogs, including her poodles.
 * Chapter 4 shares the same title as It Lives Beneath, Chapter 4, "In Hot Water".
 * Chapter 9 shares the same title as The Sophomore, Book 1, Chapter 11, "Sabotage".

Click here for the walkthrough of this book: Hot Couture Choices.