Posts for June 8th 2007

Swimwear

Fabworthy: Melissa Obadash Red Elle Bikini

What's more classic than a red Lolita-esque bikini?

What's more classic than a red Lolita-esque bikini? I think every gal - pale or tan - should have a stunning red bathing suit in her collection. This Melissa Obadash Red Elle bikini, $220, has a ruched bandeau top that is perfect for accentuating my B-cup. And that little tie in the front is the perfect sweet detail. The bottoms don't look too revealing and that red is spot-on cherry red.

I have a years old favorite red suit that is falling apart; seeing as how you can't go wrong with a solid red bikini I think this would be a sound investment I'm willing to dive into.

Chanel

On Our Radar: Chanel Flagship in Beverly Hills Redesigned

We all love getting a makeover, but in the case of the Chanel flagship store on Rodeo Drive, the makeover is decadent.

We all love getting a makeover, but in the case of the Chanel flagship store on Rodeo Drive, the makeover is decadent. The 14,700 square foot space, left, has a new front - a facade modeled on the Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle, thousands of double-C Chanel logo lights on a rooftop terrace, and a bronze stag sculpture based on a piece owned by Coco Chanel herself. Sounds beautiful, doesn't it? Sadly, the store won't be unveiled until August. I'll be waiting!

LBD

Definition: Ruching

Ruching (Also spelled rouching) n.

Ruching

(Also spelled rouching) n. A French word which means to plait. It is a very ancient sewing technique. A strip of fabric or ribbon is gathered in a repeat pattern and as the gathering thread is drawn up the strip forms scallops or petals. Throughout history ruching has been an embellishment or trim on women's clothing often seen on a neckline, sleeve, hem or bonnet.

Turn heads in this bebe One-Shoulder Ruched Waist Dress, $129.

Celebrity Style

Celebrity Style: Hayden Panettiere

Yesterday I featured Sarah Michelle Gellar in an all-black look, so today I thought it would be nice to show the polar opposite, an almost-all-white ensemble.

Yesterday I featured Sarah Michelle Gellar in an all-black look, so today I thought it would be nice to show the polar opposite, an almost-all-white ensemble. Hayden Panettiere looks very crisp and very L.A. in her white leggings, white v-neck top, gladiator sandals and red aviators! She sort of resembles Ashley Olsen here, except that Ash would New York the look up with some killer gladiator pumps and a Lanvin bag!
We have so much fun putting together celebrity outfits and we think you will too! Check out the TeamSugar Create a Celeb Outfit Challenge!

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Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Super Cute Sea Creatures

When weekends are spent seaside, or poolside, why not wear your happiness on your sleeve, or around your neck.

When weekends are spent seaside, or poolside, why not wear your happiness on your sleeve, or around your neck. These super cute sea creatures are a cheeky way to show that you're a nature-loving beach babe. What's your favorite sea creature? I think seahorses are the cutest little things with their full lips and curly tails. Enjoy!

Fashion Flash

Fab Flash: Cartier Celebrates Today as LoveDay

If you were tempted by the new collection of Cartier LoveCharity bracelets before, here's your chance to be tempted one more time!

If you were tempted by the new collection of Cartier LoveCharity bracelets before, here's your chance to be tempted one more time! Cartier is officially celebrating today as its second annual LoveDay by announcing its newest celebrity ambassadors for the LoveCharity bracelet and ringing the ceremonial Opening Bell at NASDAQ in New York!

To see the group of ambassadors, who are joining celebrities already currently involved including Liv Tyler and SJPread more

Sarah Jessica Parker

Bitten Fashion Show and SJP on the Today Show!

Sarah Jessica Parker was on the Today Show this morning dressed head to toe in her Bitten clothing line.

Sarah Jessica Parker was on the Today Show this morning dressed head to toe in her Bitten clothing line. Well, actually her shoes were not Bitten, as she shyly admitted. She said "um, don't ask about the shoes!" I would expect no less out of Miss Carrie Bradshaw herself. She was so cute, down to earth and so endearingly proud of her new line. Take a look for a Bitten fashion show and some great commentary by SJP herself!

Father's Day

Come Fab Finding With Me: Father's Day Dinner

As you all hopefully know (if not, this is a good reminder!), Father's Day is on Sunday, June 17.

As you all hopefully know (if not, this is a good reminder!), Father's Day is on Sunday, June 17. It's the perfect time to tell your dad how much you appreciate him, and take him out to a nice dinner. Or, you can always prepare him a nice dinner at home - whichever you prefer - he'll love either!

You'll want to dress up for your Father's Day dinner, so I'll start your ensemble off with these Mallary Marks Flying Carpet Earrings, $17,360; they are totally extravagant, and way out of my real-life price range (and probably yours too!), but they're pretty, and for this occasion, I thought they would be fun.

Let's all go Fab Finding for a sophisticated Father's Day Dinner outfit. Come back and tell me when your Fab Finds are up and tag them with father's day dinner.

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.

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.

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How To

Style for Style: How To Wear...Mini Skirts

We girls need to be careful when it comes to wearing mini skirts.

We girls need to be careful when it comes to wearing mini skirts. Actually, in general we need to be careful when wearing any item of clothing that reveals a large part of our body. I cringe when I see girls wearing mini skirts wrong; a mini can be classy when worn correctly. Here are some tips to look cool in a mini:

  • Rule of thumb: keep it sleek by counteracting its inherent sexiness with some not quite as sexy items
  • On top, choose something more tame than a skintight tank or revealing blouse - wear a frilly blouse or a loose cami with a cool blazer.
  • Footwear should be minimal. I love minis with flats but if you need some height keep the heels chunky, as seen here at Derek Lam's Spring/Summer collection.
  • As for Fall footwear, same rule applies, and whether you wear a mini with tights or not, a flat knee boot or wedge boots are the perfect accompaniment.