Posts for December 18th 2006

Versace

FabSugar Designer of the Year Nominee: Versace

Oh to be Donatella Versace.

Oh to be Donatella Versace. Talk about the ultimate jet-setter, Donatella is one of fashion's most decadent divas. While Versace is historically known for electric colored, body-hugging, sex-oozing designs she shined this year with more wearable, tailored collections. But don't get me wrong - her Fall '06 and Spring '07 collections were still all about grandiose sexiness. When she took the design reigns after Versace founder and Donatella's brother, Gianni Versace, was murdered in 1997, the designer maintained the label's aesthetic of European-style glamour, and irreverent rock-star attitude.

Tune in tomorrow for our second nominee for FabSugar Designer of the Year and the voting will take place this Friday.

For Versace's complete Fall 2006 & Spring 2007 collections, read more

Look of the Day

Look of The Day: Holiday Party Sparkler

Did I mention another reason I enjoy the holidays is because I love playing dress up?

Did I mention another reason I enjoy the holidays is because I love playing dress up? Well I am certainly not alone, kamiko82 posted a sparkling party look and she is today's TeamSugar Look Book Look of the Day! To submit your own look, click here.

Here's what she put together:

  • Gunmetal baby doll sparkly dress: Azur
  • Black tights
  • Gold shoes: Aldo
  • Black quilted bag: Chanel, though she admits she's iffy about it's authenticity. (It looks great from here!)

I really like the contrast of cool and hot with her gunmetal dress and gold metallic shoes!

Congrats kamiko82!

Everyone else, submit your looks today and I just might feature you on FabSugar! Do you live overseas and have fab outfits to share? Join the Overseas Fashionistas Group and to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.

J.Crew

Lady in Red: Smashing Red Coats

Wearing red is a bold statement.

Wearing red is a bold statement. Though this is my favorite color - has been for a long time - I don't wear it very often because it is such a powerful color. When I do wear red, it's an indication I'm feeling empowered and fiery. Now you may not be as sensitive as me when it comes to wearing this classic color, alas, it is the holidays and this is the color of choice for many. Whether you are a bold red lady or a gorgeous aubergine girl, red can be very versatile. Even geeksugar is into red. This week I'm going to take you on a journey down the red brick road. To kick off Red Week, enjoy these smashing red coats:

LL Collezione Military Peacoat, $145. Classic red + pea coat = flirty red.

J.Crew Double-cloth Deep Aubergine Lady Day coat, $298 regular, also comes in petite, tall and with Thinsulate. Deep Aubergine + tailored coat = sophisticated red.

A few more, so read more

Fab Finding

Come Fab Finding With Me: Outfit for The Nutcracker

This week I am going to see The Nutcracker ballet with my family.

This week I am going to see The Nutcracker ballet with my family. I am silly excited for this - I haven't seen this performance in years! We are then going to a late dinner after the performance. So I need a nice, comfortable holiday outfit I can wear to work, then to the ballet, then to dinner; it's going to be a long day but I can't wait to see the pretty Snowflakes perform, they were always my favorite.

I have found these Alvin Valley
Tux Pants
, $297, that look tailored and comfortable. Let's all go Fab Finding for a festive top, comfortable shoes, a medium-sized handbag (I'll need to fit my makeup bag in it), and a fun coat. Be sure to come back and tell me that your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Nutcracker. To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. For a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar click here.


To see some of my favorite online stores, read more

Fab Finds of the Week

Fab Finds of The Week: Fab Beauty Products!

It appears you're all enjoying the new Beauty Marks feature, you beauty junkies you!

It appears you're all enjoying the new Beauty Marks feature, you beauty junkies you! You gals found some beauties that caught my eye and I'm eager to try them. Make sure to check out all the Beauty Marks for some more Fab Beauty Products. The leading Beauty Marker for this week was liron.

To start Beauty Marking, just add this link to your browser's favorites: Save to TeamSugar. For a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar click here. To learn what a Fab Find is and how to join in the fun, click here.

Check out these Fab beauty finds:

mark. Bohista Suedeshadow Eye Quad, found by liron.

Pop Beauty Glitter Addict - Rainbow, found by theotherhalfofme.

PAUL & JOE Lipstick, found by liron.

More, more, more, so read more

FabSugar Designer of the Year

2006 was the year of the fashion designer.

2006 was the year of the fashion designer. Actually, it was the year of the dog, but to me, it was the year of the fashion designer. This week I am going to profile five designers up for the FabSugar Designer of the Year and then we're all going to vote on Friday. You may want to take yourselves out of holiday mode and back to our Fashion Week coverage to prepare. Who are the nominees? You'll have to wait and see! Here's a preview:

Cameron Diaz

I Want This Wardrobe: Cameron Diaz in The Holiday!

The wait is over Cameron Diaz fans!

The wait is over Cameron Diaz fans! We have been listening to all your requests for Cameron's killer wardrobe from this season's hit movie The Holiday and we have come to the rescue to answer all your burning questions. Below we have highlighted our favorite pieces from the movie. You'll notice a lot of the items are cashmere and in case you missed it, check out my It's A Cashmerical! series from last week. Hope you enjoy this wardrobe as much as we do!

White PJ's, Frette

Chocolate Brown and White Shearling Coat, Christian Dior

White Turtleneck Sweater with Buttons, Ralph Lauren

To see the rest of Cameron's wardrobe, read more

links of london

Links of London Limited Edition Charity Bracelet

Remember friendship bracelets? I was a big friendship bracelet fan back in the day - then I moved on to hair scrunchies, then scented candles, then boys and then lip gloss.

Remember friendship bracelets? I was a big friendship bracelet fan back in the day - then I moved on to hair scrunchies, then scented candles, then boys and then lip gloss. And here I am today! This nostalgic, yet stylish Links of London NYFC Friendship Bracelet, $170, is a sterling silver limited edition lanyard bracelet commemorating the company's partnership with the prominent New York charity, New Yorkers for Children (NYFC). The bracelet is available in a range of colors and sold exclusively at Links of London boutiques or online. The best part? 20% of proceeds of these limited edition lanyard bracelets will be donated to NYFC.

Shuga Buds

Simply Fab: Black Shuga Buds

You all know how much I adore Shuga Buds rhinestone earphones.

You all know how much I adore Shuga Buds rhinestone earphones. I was quite proud of them when I recently vacationed in Hawaii and they twinkled in my ears while I was vegging out on the beach. Well, Shugas crossed over to the dark side and these fancies are now also available in black, $48. They come in red, pink and silver and are studded with Swarovski crystals. They are compatible with all iPods, mp3 players, portable cd players and walkmans.

Love It or Hate It

Fred Flare Fancy Necklaces Tote: Love It or Hate It?

I love stepping into the fun, wacky world of Fred Flare once in a while.

I love stepping into the fun, wacky world of Fred Flare once in a while. Who doesn't? I would say Fred Flare is the Willy Wonka of fashion. I saw this Fancy Necklaces Tote, $24, and thought it was way cute at first glance but then asked myself: would I really wear this? Would you? Tell me ladies: love it or hate it?

Don't forget you can add your own Loves and Hates to the
Love It or Hate It? group. If you want to learn how to do a blog post click here. Don't forget to headline it with 'Love' or 'Hate.' I can't wait to see your picks and I plan to feature my faves on Fab so get posting!