Posts for January 19th 2009

Models

Fab Face: Olga Sherer

Model Olga Sherer has got to have the longest neck I've ever seen.

Model Olga Sherer has got to have the longest neck I've ever seen. It's insanely delicate and conducive to creating beautiful photographs. You may recognize her from Lanvin's Spring '08 ad campaign. What I particularly love to see is the red-haired Olga in jewel tones. That's why her collaboration with Lanvin was so special. Something about her pale skin, red hair, and rich colors melded harmoniously. More recently, however, the Belarus model took photographer Steven Meisel's advice and colored her hair brunette. Sigh. I hope she goes back because the modeling world definitely needs more sassy gingers!


To see more of the striking Olga, read more

Shopping

The Look For Less: Black Halo Strapless Jumpsuit

Jumpsuits are a tricky trend to pull off but if you do it right, the results can be ravishing.
Black Halo at ShopStyle

Jumpsuits are a tricky trend to pull off but if you do it right, the results can be ravishing. The '70s-inspired cut is ideal for sophisticated nighttime festivities, and I love how it instantly elongates legs! For example, this Black Halo Strapless Jumpsuit ($390) can be accessorized with a fun belt for a snazzier look or à la carte with decadent baubles. The options are endless, but sadly the price is too much too handle.


To see the look for less, read more

sugar network giveaway

Enter Fitsugar's Super Giveaway to Get Fit For 2009!

Click to ReadEnter FitSugar's Super Giveaway to Get Fit For 2009!
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Enter FitSugar's Super Giveaway to Get Fit For 2009! FitSugar's giving away a year of personalized nutrition plans by nutritionist Alexa L. Fishback, plus a copy of her book; a $1,000 Nike gift card; and two annual memberships to Bally Total Fitness along with some great Bally's gear. Sign up for a chance to win these awesome prizes!

Michael Stars

Fab Tip: Lengthen Your (Turtle)Neck

Raise your hand if you want to elongate your neck.
Michael Stars at ShopStyle

Raise your hand if you want to elongate your neck. Turtlenecks, like this Michael Stars Stripe Turtleneck ($48), are the way to make a short neck appear longer. But feel me on this: many turtlenecks are designed such that when you fold the neck out, it doesn't cover your entire neck — see left. Or, if you leave it unfolded, it sags and looks funny. If, like me, you've experienced that problem, I have a solution.


To see what trick I use to lengthen my neck, read more

Fab Finding

Come Fab Finding With Me: Greetings, Friends

A bunch of my friends are on a cruise around Mexico, Honduras, and Belize.
Newport News at ShopStyle

A bunch of my friends are on a cruise around Mexico, Honduras, and Belize. They're coming back in a few days, and since I miss them so much, I'm greeting them at the airport. But shh, it's a surprise. I need an outfit that will make me feel pretty among their tropical gear. But I don't want to look like I tried too hard.

I'll start you off with these Newport News Rose Flats ($29, originally $39) because they simply caught my eye.

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Fab greeting.

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

Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here is a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more

Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Lovin' Lurex

Now that we've defined it, we can eat it up.
Julie Brown at ShopStyle

Now that we've defined it, we can eat it up. I didn't realize until Marc Jacobs' Spring collection that I've always been lovin' Lurex. A sucker for anything sparkly, Lurex adds a smidgen of Studio 54 to any item. Many of us won't be able to afford MJ come Spring, so scour your local vintage shop for Lurex infested items. Either way, hop on this trend before it's hot.


Celebrity

Celebrity Style: Natalie Portman

How refreshing to see Natalie Portman in a colorful cool ensemble.

How refreshing to see Natalie Portman in a colorful cool ensemble. The smiley actress arrived at Chateau Marmont in LA in a breezy striped dress topped with a navy cardigan. Her accessories include two-tone Ray Bans, layered bead necklace, yellow flats, and a camo bag. What's especially inspirational here is how her accessories simultaneously complement and clash with the dress. As Tim Gunn says, she makes it work.

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

Flynet

Look of the Day

Look of the Day: Polished Punk

sandra werner showed off her rebellious side today wearing a cool zippered skirt and silky blouse.

sandra werner showed off her rebellious side today wearing a cool zippered skirt and silky blouse. I like how her polished punk ensemble is edgy, yet still chic enough to wear to the office. Well done!

Here's what she has on:

Congrats to sandra werner!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!


Agent Provocateur

Look Book Love: Agent Provocateur, Spring '09

So long pirates, welcome nymphs.
Look Book Love: Agent Provocateur, Spring '09

So long pirates, welcome nymphs. Agent Provocateur's Spring '09 campaign, ironically dubbed the Virgins collection, takes the brand back to its in-your-face roots. Raw sensuality oozes from each shot. Fair-skinned, golden-haired models can be seen feeding one another grapes, teasing each other with delicate kisses, and lounging on tables full of fruits. It's not your everyday scene, but rather, a titillating escape from reality. Also in the Spring mix is British cutie Pixie Geldof, who models tuxedo-style body suits, whips, and sheer corsets. You know you want to take a peek.