Posts for March 7th 2007

Fab Read

Fab Read: INTERMIX BlackBook 2007 Jet Set Guide

Ever wonder how jetsetters always know the coolest watering holes, restos and shops to visit when they have a couple day layover somewhere fabulous?


Ever wonder how jetsetters always know the coolest watering holes, restos and shops to visit when they have a couple day layover somewhere fabulous? The INTERMIX BlackBook Exclusive 2007 Jet Set Guide $18, is the next best thing to having a 24-hour concierge, especially for those of us who can't afford a concierge just yet.

This handy dandy guide book for the cool provides the skinny on where to spend time and dollars in eight of America's top cities: New York City, the Hamptons, Boston, Washington D.C., Miami, Atlanta, Dallas and Las Vegas. No La La Land? I guess one would need a whole separate book for there. This collaboration is a first for both companies, who are each looked to as resources for discovering the next big thing in fashion and lifestyle trends.

To check out my other Fab Reads click here.

eLuxury

Online Sale Alert! 48 Hour Sale at eLuxury

For the next 48 hours ending on Sunday, eLUXURY.com is offering an extra 30% off of all sale items plus free shipping on orders of $150 or more.

For the next 48 hours ending on Sunday, eLUXURY.com is offering an extra 30% off of all sale items plus free shipping on orders of $150 or more. The discount will be taken at checkout, and the items up for grabs include bags, dresses, shoes, and jackets from the likes of Derek Lam, Dior, and Versace.

I've got my eye on this Marc by Marc Jacobs Flocked Silk Chiffon Dress ($203, originally $388) because of its girlie ruffles, luxe silk fabric, and Spring-worthy cut. But really, there are plenty of Fab picks from this sale.

Look of the Day

Look of The Day: Pretty Polka Dots

Does anyone else have a soft spot for polka dots?

Does anyone else have a soft spot for polka dots? I certainly do and so does new member mauramae. She wore this pretty polka dots look to work today and I think she looks adorable. it's very sophisticated with the black tights and cardigan, and the touch of white trim on her pumps brings the look together.

She is today's Look Book Look of the Day!

Here's what she's wearing:

  • Dress: Forever 21
  • Tights: Target
  • Bolero: TJ Maxx (years ago!)
  • Pumps: Payless

Congrats and welcome mauramae!

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.

brown eyes

Eye Palettes To Enhance Your Eye Color: Brown Eyes

Welcome to the second installment of Eye Palettes To Enhance Your Eye Color.

Welcome to the second installment of Eye Palettes To Enhance Your Eye Color. To see the palettes for hazel eyes click here. This post focuses on brown palettes to make brown eyes pop! If you are a brown eyed girl, then you know that bronze (and even golden green) shadows accentuate your warm browns.

After consulting with many makeup mavens and experts, I've discovered that it takes more than just one color to make your brown eyes beautiful and brilliant. The perfect palette is hard to come by, but I've found a few that get the job done well. Each of these include three to four shades of just the right browns and bronzes to perfectly enhance your eyes.

The lightest neutral shade is the accent color that should go just beneath your brow-bone, the medium color should be swept all over your lid and the darkest gets applied to the crease. Stay tuned for more palettes later this week to suit your eye color!

Very Sexy® Makeup Mosaic Eye Shadow in Eye Contact, $18, is a palette of four shades that can be worn alone or layered together to create a stunning, eye-opening effect that's all your own. I suggest using the lightest color in the v of your inner eye to add a special bright sparkle to your beautiful brown eyes.


For two more brilliant brown eye shadow palettes, read more

Celebrity Style

Celebrity Style: Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan is fresh out of rehab but it isn't stopping her from being out and about.

Lindsay Lohan is fresh out of rehab but it isn't stopping her from being out and about. As we can see here, she is sporting a new look! I happen to love her fresh hair color - nice to see she is getting back to basics with her signature red hair and laid back clothes. She seems to be ready for Spring although, LL, what's up with that tailored jacket? I think this one suits you much better!

To get Lindsay's head to toe look, read more

Bobbi Brown

Beauty Byte: Bobbi Brown Is A Living Beauty

Acclaimed makeup artist Bobbi Brown has just released her new book titled, Living Beauty, $29.99.

Acclaimed makeup artist Bobbi Brown has just released her new book titled, Living Beauty, $29.99. This beauty expert is just about to be 50 years old and in my opinion, she is as beautiful as ever.

In this book, she reveals her secrets on how skincare and makeup can instantly make any women over 40 years old look refreshed and better!

The book is comprised of: step-by-step makeup instructions, nutrition and fitness tips, and beauty related quotes from celebrities and worldy beautiful women. To read more about what Bobbi has to say about her new book, read more

Karolina Kurkova

Model of the Week: Karolina Kurkova

Welcome to the fifth installment of Model of the Week.

Welcome to the fifth installment of Model of the Week. I've written a five question interview that I have conducted with several models to share with you. The questions are both fun and beauty related and will always stay the same. To see the rest of the Model of the Week posts click here.

Here's a little history about Karolina Kurkova. She was born on February 28, 1984 in Decín, Czech Republic. She was discovered when an admiring friend sent some pictures of her to a modeling agency in Prague. She immediately booked a runway show, a commercial, an ad campaign and then traveled to Milan to explore the international world of fashion.

It was in Milan where she met Miuccia Prada who signed her to a Prada contract at the tender age of 15. She then met Vogue editors in NY, where she now lives.

Karolina has signed deals with: Yves Saint Laurent, Victoria's Secret, Tommy, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta and Balenciaga.

She is one of the most renowned models in the world. In 2001, she graced the cover of Vogue and in 2002 she was granted the "Model of the Year" title at the 2002 VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards.

She is quite accustomed to fame though. Her Dad is Josef Kurka - a former star basketball player. There is a reason this beauty has become a shining star. She is sweet, down to earth, driven and extremely articulate. Best of luck to you Karolina!

To read the interview that was conducted at Victoria's Secret in NY on her birthdayread more

Love It or Hate It

Irregular Choice Patchwork Flats: Love It or Hate It?

These Irregular Choice Patchwork Flats were posted by dollfacedot14 in the Love It or Hate It?

These Irregular Choice Patchwork Flats were posted by dollfacedot14 in the Love It or Hate It? group. I like granny prints for some things: tablecloths, tea cozies and maybe even a cute tote. But I have to say these flats are too country time cafe. I agree with dollfacedot14 that the dove is really cute, but cute doesn't make these wearable. What do you all think? Love or hate?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Day Clutches

The clutch has been reborn (wahoo!).

The clutch has been reborn (wahoo!). While I've preferred these little vintage-inspired handbags for years, they are the perfect bag for a dinner date, this Spring's offerings of handbags will be a battle of opposites. You'll have your dainty clutches and your biggie hold all shoulder bags. For when you're going to the fro yo place around the corner and just need a twenty, lip gloss and your Blackberry, a day clutch is the perfect accessory. Need I remind, this was Carrie Bradshaw's bag of choice? Here are a few irresistible ones to get you psyched for warm weather.

J.Crew Canvas-and-leather Avignon bag, $128.

A couple more, read more

Bikini

For Jovovich-Hawk It's Bikini Time!

I know some of you are already mad for swimwear.

I know some of you are already mad for swimwear. We constantly get bathing suit requests when celebs are spotted frolicking on the beach in their itty bitty bikinis. While there are many more bathing suit posts to come, the utterly feminine design duo Jovovich-Hawk have launched swimwear. Stay tuned for floral-print maillots and barely-there string bikinis. And hey, no fair! These gals have a built in model for their clothing line! Store locations will soon be posted on their website but favorite retailers such as Shop Bop and Net-a-Porter carry the line so keep a look out.