Posts for June 14th 2007

Chanel

Fab Read: Different Like Coco

Any burgeoning little fashionista's dream is right here between the end-pages of this book: Different Like Coco, $11.55.

Any burgeoning little fashionista's dream is right here between the end-pages of this book: Different Like Coco, $11.55. The author, Elizabeth Matthews, beautifully illustrates the high points of Coco Chanel's life with both words and watercolor images. Well, she covers some of the low points too - like when Chanel was a poor and orphaned child. If you know a little girl who would love to know why LBDs hold such a favored position, or who just likes a good story - this would be the perfect gift. Plus, it has a great message: that being different isn't such a bad thing.

Fab Finding

Fab Finding Follow Up: Backyard BBQ

The warm weather really puts me in the mood to invite a few friends over, throw on some cute clothes, and light up the grill!

The warm weather really puts me in the mood to invite a few friends over, throw on some cute clothes, and light up the grill!

I started your ensemble off with these adorable summery Market Square Espadrilles, $138. To see all the backyard bbq fab finds go here.

Let's see what you all came up with!

Oh! Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits with 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.


Look #1, found by tigerlyllie21 is so cute! It will definitely keep you cool on a warm summer day, and I love the pairing of the yellow with the navy and white!

To see a couple more, read more

Poll

Cameron's Shorter-than-short LBDs: Which Do You Prefer?

Cameron Diaz has really been on a dress binge lately and her latest frock is the short black halter Kate Moss for Topshop dress she sported at the UK premiere of Shrek 3.

Cameron Diaz has really been on a dress binge lately and her latest frock is the short black halter Kate Moss for Topshop dress she sported at the UK premiere of Shrek 3. If you recall, Cameron wore another super tiny LBD at the MTV Movie Awards, but this time it was made by high-end British designer, Luella Bartley. So all this begs the question, "Do you prefer Cameron's high-end LBD (left) or everyday LBD (right)?"

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Look of the Day

Look of the Day: Ay Mamacita!

This one goes out to all of you who are having a less than warm summer!

This one goes out to all of you who are having a less than warm summer! mymaria says that she was experiencing some cool weather, so she pulled out her long pants. I love her Spanish-inspired mamacita look - especially with the all-dark colors and the bell sleeves!

Here's what she has on:

  • Top: 89th and Madison
  • Undershirt: Gap
  • Jeans: Levi's
  • Shoes: Via Spiga
  • Belt: Calvin Klein

Congrats to mymaria!

Everyone else, submit your looks 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.

Celebrity Style

Celebrity Style: Kate Moss

What I admire about Kate Moss is that, even though she's a mega-celeb and has tons of cash, she doesn't mind repeating outfits.

What I admire about Kate Moss is that, even though she's a mega-celeb and has tons of cash, she doesn't mind repeating outfits. Here, at Paul McCartney's exclusive performance in London, she looks a lot like she did when leaving the Topshop offices in London on Monday. I love her dark flare jeans (do you smell a comeback for bell bottoms?), her signature black Topshop vest and large hobo bag. Kate has this unique ability to look so effortlessly put-together. No wonder she's a style icon for many, including myself!

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Fashion Flash

Fab Flash: A.P.C. Expanding to Los Angeles!

Los Angeles fans of French casual chic rejoice - A.P.C.

Los Angeles fans of French casual chic rejoice - A.P.C. is coming to town! The French company is opening a 1,200-square-foot boutique on Croft Avenue, right off Melrose Place - only the second A.P.C. store in the United States (the first being in SoHo in New York). I am such an A.P.C. fan - Los Angeles residents, I am jealous!

Headbands

On Our Radar: Vita Launches Headband Line

Vita is a 50-year-old Florentine accessories-manufacturing company that has contributed its pieces for major brands like Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo.

Vita is a 50-year-old Florentine accessories-manufacturing company that has contributed its pieces for major brands like Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo. Among other things, it makes 24-karat gold plated bracelets with snake embossed leather wrapped around the outside. Now, the house has launched its own line of patent headbands with chain accents and fun colors. It's a good way to add hue to a monochrome outfit and to pull your hair out of your face.

To shop the collection, priced at $89, go here and select "Vita" under the brand tab.

Fab Site

Fab Site: CutesyShoes.com

Despite its name, CutseyShoes doesn't only have, well, cute shoes.

Despite its name, CutseyShoes doesn't only have, well, cute shoes. It also has darling dresses, tops and bottoms! Shop by style (wedge, pump, heel) or by brands like Nine West, Steve Madden, J Lo, Soda and Michael Antonio Rudolph. New styles are brought in weekly so be sure to check often. There's also a sale section for all you bargain hunters. The Bamboo Flats, $20, pictured below, are featured in this month's Lucky Magazine!

Love It or Hate It

Mary Frances Fortune Teller Bag: Love It or Hate It?

IvoryWidow posted this Mary Frances Fortune Teller Bag, $180, in the Love It or Hate It?

IvoryWidow posted this Mary Frances Fortune Teller Bag, $180, in the Love It or Hate It? group. The strap on this purse has got to be one of the strangest ones I have ever seen. I can't even tell what that object is at the very top of it. Wouldn't it hurt your shoulder when you wear it? The actual design of the bag is not so weird. I'll still have to pass on this one as it has too many things going on for me. I hope a fortune teller makes nice use of it. What do you all think?

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.