Posts for April 16th 2007

Fekkai

Curly Q's Part III: Lotions, Cremes and Potions

Welcome to the third installment of Curly Q's.

Welcome to the third installment of Curly Q's. This post features serums specially formulated for curly hair. Cremes, lotions and potions are fantastic for curls because they give curly hair (which tends to be more coarse and dry than straight hair) moisture. This results in hair that is softer, shinier and bouncier. Since I have pretty straight hair, I'm no expert on curls, so please let me know what you think!

Aveda's Be Curly Curl Enhancer, $18, is a hair lotion that helps intensify, define, and tame your curls. It fights frizz and adds serious shine to your hair. Use a small amount on wet hair and distribute evenly.

For two more serums for curly hair, read more

Trend Alert

Wedding Gown Trend Alert: Dramatic Hemlines

A while back I prepared you to get ready to shop for your wedding day.

A while back I prepared you to get ready to shop for your wedding day. After all, I don't know about you but I wouldn't want to experience the running of the brides. That's just insanity! I showed you some overarching dress styles to get you started. Now we're going to take a look at the latest wedding gown trends. To begin, dramatic hemlines is one of my favorites - igniting the drama queen in me. But drama in a good way; your wedding is your day to shine, in these gowns no one else could ever steal your thunder. From tiers to scallops, slits to ruffles, these dresses really move.

(Clockwise)

Alvina Valenta Style #9709, $$$.

Venus Bridal K6166, $.

Cymbeline Paris Saline, $$$.


Pricing Key:
$ (Under $600)
$$ ($601 - $1,500)
$$$ ($1,501 - $3,000)
$$$$ ($3,001 - $5,000)

Celebrity Style

Celebrity Style: Britney Spears

Britney is looking so much happier and healthy lately - she looks a bit like Jessica Simpson here, no?

Britney is looking so much happier and healthy lately - she looks a bit like Jessica Simpson here, no? They both love their Southern style hats and boots, and Britney's bod is shaping up nicely too! She was gallivanting around last weekend smiling for the cameras; I just hope that smile is for real and not for show.

To get this look, read more

Designer Spotlight

Designer Spotlight: Birdie

Birdie designer Kate Sutton has been a golfer since the age of 12, but it was only as of the launch of her golf-inspired clothing line in 2006 that she started to really look feminine, fashionable and sexy on and off the driving range.

Birdie designer Kate Sutton has been a golfer since the age of 12, but it was only as of the launch of her golf-inspired clothing line in 2006 that she started to really look feminine, fashionable and sexy on and off the driving range. Thanks to Kate's frustration with masculine and unflattering women's golf gear, we can all get a little preppy even if we can't swing a golf club for the life of us.

Kate set out to shake up tradition and she did just that with her colorful polos, femme sweaters, short pleated skirts, fitted blazers, Bermuda shorts, modern golf caps (so much hotter than the one your dad sports), and bags.

So even if you don't know the difference between a birdie and a bogey (it's okay, neither do I), check out the Birdie collection, and who knows, maybe it'll inspire you to get yourself to a green.


To see more Birdie, read more

Wedding

Bridal Beauty Looks, Part I: The Princess Bride

Besides being a fantastic movie, The Princess Bride is classic, timeless and breathtaking.

Besides being a fantastic movie, The Princess Bride is classic, timeless and breathtaking. Think Grace Kelly, Countess Sophia and Jacqueline Kennedy. The princess is having a decadent and fairy tale style affair. This type of blushing bride is seeking a refined, polished look that will highlight and enhance her best features.

For a list of product ideas to help create the look of a beautiful princess bride, read more

Look of the Day

Look of the Day: Dark Side of the Moon

Zeldaf looks very Kate Moss in her dark side of the moon outfit.

Zeldaf looks very Kate Moss in her dark side of the moon outfit. Although we have been seeing stripes for a while now, Zeldaf keeps it current with fabulous leather pirate-like boots. I also dig the black zip up hoodie.

Here's the low down on her outfit:

  • Cashmere Hoodie: Gap
  • Striped Tank: American Eagle
  • Black Jeans: J Brand
  • Boots: Steve Madden

Congrats to Zeldaf!

Everyone else, submit your looks and vote on your favorite ones today and I just might feature you on FabSugar! If you live overseas and have a fab outfit to share, join the Overseas Fashionistas Group and to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.

Fashion Flash

Fab Flash: Prada Party for Louis Vuitton Cup

Valencia, Spain, was the place to be last night.

Valencia, Spain, was the place to be last night. It has just been reported that fashion house Prada hosted a spectacular and star-studded soiree to kick off the opening of the Louis Vuitton Cup. No, LV hasn't designed a cup that warrants a major celebration; the Louis Vuitton Cup is an annual boat race and this year eleven yachts are participating.

The ever-so-stylish Chloe Sevigny was there (where there is high fashion, there is Chloe), along with Demi Moore, her hubby Ashton Kutcher, Miuccia Prada and a slew of fashion lovers.

Guests noshed on goodies like truffle-infused mozzarella and pistachio paste dipped into liquid nitrogen. But that's besides the point! To see pics of Ashton and Demi, Miuccia, Rafi Camino, Arladna Artilles and Fonsi Nieto and Blanca Romero, read more

Wedding

Come Fab Finding With Me: Guest at an Outdoor Wedding

To kick off Wedding Planning Mania Week we're going to get this love party started with an appropriate Fab Finding.

To kick off Wedding Planning Mania Week we're going to get this love party started with an appropriate Fab Finding. Is it me or have outdoor weddings become more popular? When I actually think of all the weddings I've attended, about half of them were in an outdoor setting. One of my favorite ones was perched atop a mountainside in Crested Butte Colorado; it was quaint and sweetly romantic.

Let's all go Fab Finding for an outdoor wedding ensemble. Whether this wedding takes places atop a mountain, on a beach or at a park, I'm going to start you off with this J. Crew Refined silk-cashmere ivory wrap, $75, in case it gets chilly! Come back and tell me when your Fab Finds are up and tag them with outdoor wedding.

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

Skin Care

Beauty Byte: Skin Care Drink by Coke and Loreal

Coca Cola isn't exactly a brand known for healthy drinks.

Coca Cola isn't exactly a brand known for healthy drinks. But that may change as of 2008, when the multi-billion dollar company and the popular makeup line, L'Oreal are expected to launch their tea-based skin care drink called Lumae. Come 2008, don't go searching for the drink in the aisles of 7-Eleven or Trader Joe's, as it's rumored that it will only be sold in department stores like Saks Fifth Avenue. Lumae will be aimed at "active, influential, image-conscious women over the age of 25 who embrace health and wellness."


I absolutely love my Coca Cola but I don't know if I believe that Lumae will give me beautiful skin. Are you a believer?

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Adam + Eve

Online Sale Alert! Up to 55% Off at Revolve Clothing

Revolve Clothing is doing some Spring cleaning and needs your help to get rid of shoes, jewels, tops, skirts, jackets and denim from brands like Adam + Eve, Alexis Bittar, Common Thread, Antik Denim, Betsey Johnson and more!

Revolve Clothing is doing some Spring cleaning and needs your help to get rid of shoes, jewels, tops, skirts, jackets and denim from brands like Adam + Eve, Alexis Bittar, Common Thread, Antik Denim, Betsey Johnson and more! I would get this Adam + Eve hand printed zebra tie dress for $212 (originally $424), as it's perfect for hot summer nights. Plus, it can work as a day or night dress, depending upon the accessories you pair with it. Another option is this Common Thread v-neck tunic for only $54 (originally $107) or an Alexis Bittar silk wrapped chain necklace for only $88 (originally $176). There are over 30 pages of sale items so brace yourself!