Fashion’s favorite comeback king, Christos Garkinos, is stepping into a new realm of storytelling—this time, in print. His debut memoir, Covet The Comeback, is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and offers readers an intimate look into his meteoric rise, devastating falls, and ultimate reinvention in the ever-evolving world of fashion and social commerce.
For those who remember Garkinos as the charismatic star of Bravo’s Dukes of Melrose, the book promises a deeper dive into the rollercoaster ride of his career. From owning a luxury consignment empire in Los Angeles to bringing high fashion to the masses on HSN, Garkinos has always had a knack for knowing what people want—and how to deliver it with flair. But Covet The Comeback isn’t just a glossy highlight reel. It details his most vulnerable moments, including a time when he found himself over $400,000 in debt with no income and fighting for his sobriety.
What makes Garkinos truly fascinating, though, isn’t just his business acumen—it’s his ability to pivot. When the pandemic shuttered his traveling luxury trunk show business, Covet by Christos, he took the social commerce world by storm with a live-streaming shopping platform that now generates over $100 million in annual sales. His Instagram Live Shopping Shows have become must-see events, where he curates pieces from fashion icons like Kathy Hilton and Garcelle Beauvais for his devoted community of style-savvy shoppers.
And of course, there are the celebrity stories. Expect juicy, laugh-out-loud moments—including a particularly unforgettable encounter involving Cher, Richard Branson, and a Santa suit.
With humor, heart, and a whole lot of haute couture, Covet The Comeback is the ultimate read for anyone who loves fashion, reinvention, and a good comeback story. From a son of Greek immigrants in Detroit to one of the leading names in luxury fashion, Christos Garkinos’s story is equal parts inspiring and relatable.