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Fun Fab fact: I wrote my high school senior paper on graffiti art. I was obsessed with taggers, break dancers, Beat Street, Style Wars — everything old school. I still find the roots of the hip-hop underworld to be fascinating, even if I don't dress like a boy anymore. And Kerry Washington proves you can nod to the genre in style in her fresh Narcisco Rodriguez graffiti-inspired sheath. It may not be neon and paint-splattered, but this is high fashion's take on the urban motif. "Don't try this on your dad's stereo — only under hip hop supervision . . ."

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Last weekend, I entertained my friends with my bowling skills, or rather, my lack thereof. After a late dinner, we headed over to the local alley for some midnight bowling. Once the clock struck 12, the bright lights turned off, the parents went home, and the big kids came out and played. Even though my score was under 100, I still had a lot of fun! I asked you to help me find a fun outfit for my bowling excursion. Let's see what you conjured up . . .

I started you off with these Billabong Sock Me Socks ($14) because I adore the zebra print!

Look #1, created by maria212134, is Fab-approved; simply sensational.

To see the rest, read more

This weekend, I'll be entertaining my friends with my bowling skills, or rather, my lack thereof. After a late dinner, we'll be heading over to the local alley for some midnight bowling. I'm told once the clock strikes 12, the bright lights turn off, the parents go home, and the big kids come out and play. Sounds fun! Can you help me find a fun outfit for my bowling excursion?

I'll start you off with these Billabong Sock Me Socks ($14) because I adore the zebra print!

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Midnight Bowling.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab Finding missions.

Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here is a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar.

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Fringe sista, check out this cool Torn by Ronny Kobo Maggie Suede Fringe Vest ($308). It's undeniably bohemian chic, and I know you dig the slate blue hue. The only thing not to love is the expensive price, but no worries . . .

To see the look for less, read more

Whether you're a part of the surf culture, or just like to admire the boys, there is no look cooler than the beachy, fun-loving surfer girl. She can both ride epic waves and look hot while doing it. Clothes that look fresh and serve a function are key. A few things every surfer girl has oodles of: bikinis, board shorts, sundresses, sunnies, and sunscreen. Adopt this look with a spiritual approach; let your hair go au naturel, ditch heavy makeup, and just be beautiful babe and the sea.

Why buy a regular old bikini when you can get four for the price of one? You heard me, this Billabong, Designed by Lisa Kline, reversible bikini ($86), is multi-faceted. Mix and match to your hearts desire and this suit will always seem fresh. It comes in three different color options, though I quite fancy the purple.

To see the other reversible colors and prints, read more

If you're tired of my spendthrift tastes in expensive laptop bags (hey, I don't choose them, they choose me) then I have a nice little treat for you. Billabong's Carry On laptop tote is fun, floral — and under $40!

(We are in a recession, after all.)

I like that Billabong markets this tote as being for travel, as it would be great strolling through the airport with it, but I'd travel right to work with it, too.

And hey, bargain hunting still qualifies as retail therapy!

Being petite can make finding the perfect swimsuit quite a challenge. Don't get me wrong, having a petite figure can be lots of fun! Smaller bodies can get away with loud prints and fun cuts. Avoid wearing solid colors and stay away from too much fabric.

To learn what kind of suits are best for a small bust, waist, or short legs, and to see my swimsuits picks for petites, read more