Posts for April 2nd 2008

Vintage

Fab Redux: Seeing Spots

What better way to embrace the warm weather than with a hot little vintage leopard minidress ($42) like this one?

What better way to embrace the warm weather than with a hot little vintage leopard minidress ($42) like this one? The batwing sleeves and elastic waist are straight out of the '80s, but the print and hemline are surprisingly modern.

If you're a size small, wear it with a Fab belt and gladiators, and you are good to go.

closets

On My Way To a Fab Closet, Part III

The most fabulous news: My Fab closet is done!

The most fabulous news: My Fab closet is done! I wanted to make sure it was in tip top order before I did my big reveal. I also had to go the The Container Store to get some boot fillers, skirt hangers (the kind with the multiple hang) and some plastic containers for under my bed storage. All my clothes have been analyzed and some have been tossed to the consignment shop curb — buh-bye! There are still a few questionable items — maybe you all can help me determine their fate? So I really didn't need to do much but put on my organizing Philip Treacy hat when filling it up.

As you can see, I am a color coordinator. I also group items by type; dresses together, tops, jeans etc. I fold my jeans, I don't hang them, btw. What are my favorite parts of the newly improved closet? That's easy: The shoe shelves! Also, all the hanging space. I have lots of dresses, tops and jackets and now everything has a home. But the best part of all is that I can see all my clothes. The only things hiding are seasonal sweaters and costumes. The belt rack and scarf rack are cool too; I've been wearing more of both as a result. I must confess that I also have two dressers. The burgundy one houses my sunglasses, underthings, socks and tights. The big purple one hides jewelry, pj's, cotton basics, tee shirts and sweaters. And, I have a coat rack for grab-and-go jackets and hoodies.

To read the rest and to see more pics of my Fab closet, read more

Justin Timberlake

FABTV: Elle Styles Madonna

We're so stoked to see Madonna back in action.

We're so stoked to see Madonna back in action. Her music has been in heavy rotation in our Sugar offices and we're eagerly awaiting the new release of her Hard Candy album. We got our fingers on this absolutely Fab behind the seams video of Madonna's styling photo shoot with Elle magazine. This exclusive backstage access (with her much anticipated "4 minutes" collab with Justin Timberlake pumping in the background), shows Madge strutting her stuff. It's quick and flashy and commentated by stylist Arianne Phillips.

Madonna is definitely having fun in the video showing off her much coveted trim body and that adorable gap in between her teeth. Oh, and the glimpse of the plethora of shoes is amazing. Madonna continues to be one of the biggest style icons and time has shown that she's nowhere near near slowing down. Rock on.

Gisele Bundchen

Behind the Seams: Gisele Plays Dress Up

Gisele Bundchen finally left her boyfriend Tom Brady's side for a minute to focus on work.

Gisele Bundchen finally left her boyfriend Tom Brady's side for a minute to focus on work. I know, it's a tough job, but someone gorgeous has gotta do it.

The supermodel's Tuesday consisted of frolicking beach side in Malibu, playing dress up for the July issue of V Magazine. We have to wait to see the actual shots by Mario Testino, but in the meantime, let's go behind the scenes to see how it all went down. It goes a little something like this . . .

Gisele wore a white Maison Martin Margiela outfit (butt-cheek alert!), was taken to the top of a hill via a cage-like lift, while photogs snapped away and assistants prepared the set. OK, I'll shut it now so you can see the photos.

To see the amazing Gisele in action, read more

Fashion Flash

Fab Flash: British Fashion Council Takes Closer Look at Airbrushing

In the wake of the British Fashion Council's Model Health Inquiry, which resulted in models under 16 being banned from the London catwalks, the airbrushed pages of magazines are now coming into question.

In the wake of the British Fashion Council's Model Health Inquiry, which resulted in models under 16 being banned from the London catwalks, the airbrushed pages of magazines are now coming into question.

The British Fashion Council (BFC) wrote to the UK's Periodical Publishers Association (PPA) in December to suggest "a voluntary code covering the use of digital manipulation [in photography]." A BFC spokeswoman said that rather than limiting magazine's use of airbrushing, they would like to see a warning that the image had been altered instead. The PPA yesterday agreed to discuss the matter with British magazine editors.

Do you think it would be productive to have a surgeon general-type warning on airbrushed images? I'd be interested to see what unairbrushed images actually look like. Would you?

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Celebrity Style

Celebrity Style: Kate Bosworth

Kate's really been stepping up her game lately, channeling a sort of rocker edge for her 21 press and a just quirky enough ladylike look in her off time.

Kate's really been stepping up her game lately, channeling a sort of rocker edge for her 21 press and a just quirky enough ladylike look in her off time. Her outing in the Hollywood sunshine was no exception, and she was looking adorably retro in this Lauren Moffatt striped minidress. The red piping and tiny studs keep it from crossing over into dull territory, and I'm still loving her Chloe sunnies. Now for the warm Spring weather to make an appearance!

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Dior

Leading Lady of France: Madame Carla Bruni-Sarkozy

Carla Bruni has struck the whole the world with her amazing transformation from model into the leading Lady of France.
Leading Lady of France: Madame Carla Bruni-Sarkozy

Carla Bruni has struck the whole the world with her amazing transformation from model into the leading Lady of France. You've probably noticed she's switched out her platforms for flats; but that doesn't mean Carla's compromised her style. This First Lady of France has an elegance and grace that demands attention, even from the Queen herself!

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Models

Fab Face: Charo Ronquillo

If someone called me the Asian Kate Moss, I could die happy right then and there.

If someone called me the Asian Kate Moss, I could die happy right then and there. OK, that wouldn't work considering I'm not Asian, but it did happen to Filipino Model Charo Ronquillo, who is officially dubbed the Asian Kate Moss by the modeling world.

The 20-year-old has also broken a world record; she's the first model from the Far East to win the Ford Supermodel of the World Search contest. Can this gal get any luckier? Yes, she can because she's blessed with big eyes, flawless skin, and a svelte body.

But as the story usually goes, such was not always the case. In high school, Charo was a tomboy with short hair and ugly teeth. Lucky for her (and us), she started taking care of herself and thus a model emerged. She's since worked the catwalks of New York Fashion Week and has posed for Teen Vogue and Marie Claire Paris. Oh, and here's a fun fact: Charo was one of Chloe Dao's models on Season Two of Project Runway!

To see more of Charo Ronquillo's pretty face, read more

Trends

Dear Poll: Do You Follow Trends?

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Dear Poll: Do You Follow Trends? With a new season comes new trends. If you're a magazine junky like me, it's pretty hard to avoid reading about the new it bag or the trendy new color that'll be hot for the season. While I like to think I have my own unique style, it's inevitable that I pick up a few new habits every season, however some people take trendy to a whole different level.