You all know how much I like to dress up, and I was thinking Valentine's Day would be the perfect time to entertain a little Lolita fantasy.
The perfect prop? These Fred Flare Heart Sunglasses ($9), which together with a babydoll dress and some patent mary janes could produce some serious fun . . .
If you're not planning on receiving an engagement ring this Valentine's Day (you never know!), settle for the next best thing: a heart-shaped diamond-encrusted 14K gold ring ($79).
It's vintage, it's fabulous, and it fits a size 7. There's nothing wrong with a little "Happy Valentine's Day, self!" after all.
The current bidding price is at $79 and the auction ends on Thursday, Feb. 21.
Being aufed from this season of Project Runway didn't get Victorya Hong down. In fact, she came back full force and staged a whole runway show last week at New York Fashion Week — more than those still left on Project Runway can say for themselves, since they shared a catwalk. Just minutes before her label, Na-Be by Victorya Hong, made its runway debut, Bella (thanks doll!) caught up with Victorya for a few Fab words . . .
Is this the first time you've done a big show like this?
Yes; I'm scared.
Oh no!
And everyone keeps saying, "Scared? Well, okay, that means you're excited." And I say, "That means I'm really excited."
So a year ago, if someone had told you that you'd be showing at the Altman Building, what would your response have been?
I think a year ago that would have probably been something I never would have imagined. Even though it's happening now, it's still kind of hard to believe that it's happening!
To hear more from Victorya and see her debut fashion week collection, read more
Off to Market: Fab Everyday Glasses FabSugar is moving into a new apartment and she needs our help! She's ditching her mix-matched collection of glasses in favor of new ones. Let's all head off to market in search of cool drinkware for Fab. Look for everyday glasses: tumblers, water glasses, or stemless glasses that are versatile and stylish.
New York Fashion Week marked the launch of Catherine Malandrino's first-ever jewelry collection. This is exciting news for the designer's followers because each piece was created to match her Fall '08 collection. Necklaces (as in left), rings, cuffs, and earrings in shades of green, cognac, charcoal, and black are composed of raw minerals and semiprecious stones like African jade, aventurine, tigereye, agate, and enamel. Sounds and looks exotic!
The collection will make its debut at the Malandrino boutique on Melrose Place in LA in the Fall.
Leonardo DiCaprio's girlfriend, Bar Refaeli, chose a body-con Roberto Cavalli lace-trim dress for the Sports Illustrated 2008 swimsuit issue launch party. It's a fine choice considering the event and her fabulous figure. Her taupe version is sold out, but if you want the super-sexy dress, check out the black version ($1,730). Bellissima!
.xlarge/i/Fab-Flash-Heidi-Montag-Launch-Heidiwood.jpg "Fab Flash: Heidi Montag to Launch Heidiwood")
As I told you back in November, Heidi Montag is going to Heidiwood. Although Lauren Conrad was always The Hills girl with fashion-designer aspirations, Heidi decided to bring her short stint at LA's Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising to fruition.
She's collaborating with retail chain Anchor Blue on a line of junior apparel and accessories set to debut by April 15. Striped dresses, color-rich tanks, tees, black shorts, white-denim tops, bags, and jewelry are all in the works, priced from $10 to $60.
The partnership will continue for two more collections, and the Fall Heidiwood line is anticipated to involve sweaters and jackets in darker, autumnal colors. Heidi will also be featured in the Anchor Blue ad campaign beginning April 1. Joy. I wonder how it will compare with Lauren's collection?
Geometric necklaces really make bare necks more interesting. This Marni Geometric Necklace ($635), is something I'd love to place around mine because it would add a touch of artsy flare to my look. But it's so out of my budget.
To see the look for less, read more
I have always been drawn to exotic models (European mix white girl right here). However, my favorite model of all time is Canadian, with a bit of Italian, Linda Evangelista, but really, she's the best. With today's girls, not only is there not enough diversity but obscure looking blondes rule the runway. Whatever the reason may be, my eye goes to the exotic, interesting and girls who have personality. If I was a model right now, I'd want the looks of Brazilian born Bruna Tenorio (left at Oscar de la Renta).
She looks like an Egyptian princess with her strong nose, beautiful eyes and long, shiny mane. With Chinese, Japanese and Brazilian blood, it's no wonder she turned out so unique. To prevent me from doing a slideshow of only Bruna — I was this close — here are some other Fab Faces that made me swoon at New York Fashion Week.
Baby, it's cold outside — leeluvfashion is looking masterfully bundled up. The pink pea coat takes the outfit to a whole new, girly level. Good thinking!
Here's what she has on:
Congrats to leeluvfashion!
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