Posts for September 5th 2006

Sneakers

Tretorns Make a Comeback

A sneaker-fashion staple throughout the 1980s and late '90s, the classic Tretorn Nylite tennis shoes were some of the coziest, most cushiony kicks of all time.

A sneaker-fashion staple throughout the 1980s and late '90s, the classic Tretorn Nylite tennis shoes were some of the coziest, most cushiony kicks of all time. Thanks to a soft terrycloth inner lining, you could wear them without socks, and it was always fun to see what new colors and patterns (like plaids and paisleys) would show up on the side-swoop insignia. Until recently, the sneakers seemed to have vanished, but now Tretorns have resurfaced with new takes on Nylites and a number of other looks, including waterproof platform shoes and rain boots. Here are some of the best styles, all of which you can buy online here.

Nylite Canvas Sneaker, $60.

Bowler XC Wax Suede Sneaker, $90.

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T. LeClerc

Found: The Perfect Pressed Powder

If you've got oily or combination skin like I do, keeping your face from looking shiny can be an ongoing battle.



If you've got oily or combination skin like I do, keeping your face from looking shiny can be an ongoing battle. But while I always carry a powder compact with me for emergency de-shining, I don't want to look or smell like an overly powdered old lady. Plus, if your skin has a tendency to flake like mine, powdering your nose will just draw more attention to the problem. Fortunately, a few years ago I discovered what I believe to be the world's most perfect pressed powder, which is made by French cosmetics brand T. LeClerc. It's lightweight enough so as not to accentuate flaky skin but matte enough to battle shine better than any other product I've tried. Plus, it also has some concealer properties, so it smooths out skin and gives your face a velvety texture. As if all of that weren't wonderful enough, it comes packaged in a beautifully luxe metal compact, so you can look stylish while touching up. It's available for $48 here and worth every penny of the price tag.

Tory Burch

Designer Spotlight: Tory Burch

Welcome to the debut of a new Fabsugar feature called Designer Spotlight, in which I'll highlight the hippest new creations from a fab up-and-coming designer.

Welcome to the debut of a new Fabsugar feature called Designer Spotlight, in which I'll highlight the hippest new creations from a fab up-and-coming designer. This week's featured designer: Tory Burch. The lifestyle line was started in 2004 by New York-based designer Burch, who wanted her creations to be both cutting-edge and reasonably priced.

The clothes take their cue from vintage looks, blending 1970s geometric prints and romantic Bohemian lines. This fall in particular, Burch is experimenting with orange and other autumnal tones, as well as decorative details snatched from the British countryside. The label is sold at freestanding Tory Burch boutiques in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Dallas, and Costa Mesa, Calif., as well as in several upscale department stores. To see some of my favorite Tory Burch fashions available right now, read more

Hanes White Tank Top

The Ultimate White Tank

Everyone in Hollywood wears them, and Los Angeles-based stylist to the stars Mikaeka Lannan swears they are the best around.

Everyone in Hollywood wears them, and Los Angeles-based stylist to the stars Mikaeka Lannan swears they are the best around. So why spend your hard-earned money on fancy white tank tops when you can buy the genuine article made by Hanes?

The old-time fit Hanes Classics A-Shirt has been around for decades. Made from 100 percent cotton, it's super-soft and comfortable, and since the tank is designed for men, it's cut really long. Perfect for working out, bumming around, or creating a casual look with jeans. The best part? A pack of three sells for just $9! You can buy them here in white only.

Klorane

Shampoo Without a Shower

Even when it's been shampooed that very morning, hair can often end up greasy and limp by the end of a long day.

Even when it's been shampooed that very morning, hair can often end up greasy and limp by the end of a long day. But if you need to freshen up for a night out on the town, you might not want to put your hair through another shampoo. For a quick pick-me-up, try spraying your 'do with Klorane Extra Gentle Dry Shampoo. The tonic feels and works very much like hairspray. You just spritz a little bit on the area you want to clean, leaving a sort of powdery layer on your hair. After letting the shampoo set for a couple of minutes, shake out the hair with your fingers or run through it with a good hairbrush. I used the product to spot-clean my bangs the other night before heading out to a bar: Not only did the greasy, lifeless look instantly disappear, but my hair looked clean and bouncy for hours. Buy a can for $15.95 here.

Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Sweater-Inspired Dresses

We already showed you some of the great tunic-style sweater dresses that you can wear with this fall's leggings and skinny jeans.

We already showed you some of the great tunic-style sweater dresses that you can wear with this fall's leggings and skinny jeans. But here's another trend to watch: form-fitting knit dresses that are made from sweater material. These frocks look more like dresses than sweaters, but they feel just as good as your big, cozy knits. Here are our picks.

McQ Striped Knit Dress, $515, available here.

Kimchi & Blue Chevron Stripe Sweater Dress, $98.00, available here.

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Maternity Clothes

Come Fab Finding With Me: A Comfy and Cute Maternity Look

Baby fever has moved beyond Hollywood!

Baby fever has moved beyond Hollywood! As I browse all of Fabsugar readers' Fab Finds, I can't help but notice quite a lot of maternity fashions cropping up. Thankfully, being pregnant no longer means looking frumpy: Stores like Shop Intuition, Gap, and Mimi Maternity are now carrying tons of styles for moms-to-be that are just as trendy and cute as your regular clothes. I love the stitching and rivet details on this Mimi Maternity Stretch Twill Skirt, available for $58 here. But I'd like your advice on what type of top, shoes, and accessories to pair with it. So let's all go Fab Finding to complete the look! To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. Be sure to come back and tell us all what you found. To see some of my favorite online stores to try, read more

Bobbi Brown

Bobbi Brown's Newest Blush

Bobbi Brown, one of my favorite makeup brands, has just come out with three new shades of natural matte blush: Fresh Pink, Clementine, and Cranberry.


Bobbi Brown, one of my favorite makeup brands, has just come out with three new shades of natural matte blush: Fresh Pink, Clementine, and Cranberry. The idea behind these new colors is that by applying a brighter blush to the apples of your cheeks, you get a "pop" result. The makeup special effect makes it look like you are glowing from the inside-out. When going for this look, don't forget to blend, or you'll wind up looking like Raggedy Ann. Buy them here for $20 a piece.

Denim

Denim That's Smarter Than You

The number of denim varieties out there is astounding, and now a new premium brand, called ProportionofBlu is creating another genre: intellectual denim.

The number of denim varieties out there is astounding, and now a new premium brand, called ProportionofBlu is creating another genre: intellectual denim. Going beyond the perfect fit, the ProportionofBlu is aiming to create jeans that are in perfect harmony with nature. All of its designs are based on the Golden Ratio, a mathematical calculation established by Euclid that is thought to have a sort of inherent beauty. The ratio has long shown up in architecture (including the Parthenon and the Pyramids) and also occurs in nature, as in the spiral of a Nautilus shell.

In a clever nod to the golden ratio, each pair of jeans is adorned with 18-karat gold-plate hardware. ProportionofBlu's women jeans come in four styles and are priced between $220 and $260. The line is now rolling out in stores such as Barneys and Fred Segal.

Guerlain Lip Gloss

Lipstick Feel With a Lip Gloss Look

Guerlain's KISSKISS Ultra-Shine Lip Gloss is an intensely moisturising gloss that goes on smooth and creamy just like a lipstick but has the megawatt shine of a lip gloss.

Guerlain's KISSKISS Ultra-Shine Lip Gloss is an intensely moisturising gloss that goes on smooth and creamy just like a lipstick but has the megawatt shine of a lip gloss. After trying this new lip gloss, my lips felt hydrated, smooth, sensuously round, and kissable. The secret ingredient is beeswax, which makes the wonderful soft feeling last up to two hours. This gloss also has a great brush that's short and bristled, so you can be more precise with your application. Buy it in nine different shades here for $25.