H&M's next collaboration isn't with a big-time designer. It's with a relatively under-the-radar personality: cool girl, model, and the Misshapes DJ Leigh Lezark. It's a smaller-scale collab that will be limited to England; Leigh and H&M are creating its first-ever store-within-in-a-store at Selfridges in London, set to open Aug. 25. Leigh will also curate an exclusive collection of her favorite clothing and accessories for the store. "My philosophy on both beauty and fashion is to be yourself and find your own style, so for me, the new edited-down H&M at Selfridges is an ideal shopping destination," said Lezark. "The curated pieces are, I feel, modern classics everyone should have in their wardrobe — and I have tried to throw in some color, too!" Sadly, the curated collection is solely for the UK, but we'll keep our eyes peeled for photos when the store debuts. We think it's interesting that H&M is doing smaller collaborations — who would you love to see H&M collaborate with here in the US? Tell us in the comments!
Posts for August 18th 2011
Spring Already? Club Monaco Gives Us a Sneak Peek at 2012
While we admit we're focused on getting our Fall wardrobes in order, we've always got an eye on year-round dressing, and Club Monaco is giving us some fantastic ideas. Its Spring 2012 collection, set to debut in January, was recently previewed to editors, and we love the soft color palettes, louche layering, and modern interpretation of classics. Here our favorite styling tips from Spring:
- Deep rust and mustard tones work with lighter colors and fabrics for those transitional months.
- Soft chiffon skirts benefit from a strong jacket or coat.
- Look for textural details: sequins, llamé, embroidery, and raffia add interest to versatile basics.
Now click to see the first look at Club Monaco's Spring collection.
How to Wear Nouveau Prep Like a Pro
Preppy isn't what it used to be. We'll always have a soft spot for our well-worn sweaters, but the way J.Crew and Tommy Hilfiger have outfitted their modern prep has a little more eye-catching appeal. With bold colors and prints adding new dimensions to timeless pieces like trench coats and slacks, it's more about the way you put it all together. Nouveau prep is about melding sophistication with an uncanny cool and a healthy dose of wit and whimsy. To help you get the look, we've selected 15 standout pieces. From geeky-chic specs to a pair of metallic oxfords, think of this as your guide to navigating the new prep. Click through to shop now.
Photo courtesy of J. Crew
Confirmed: Giambattista Valli's Collection For Macy's Will Debut This Fall

After earlier speculation in June, it has now been confirmed that Giambattista Valli will design a collection for Macy's. The designer, who's known for his decadent gowns worn by celebs like Emma Stone and Selena Gomez, is the fourth designer to participate in the Impulse Only at Macy’s collaboration. He follows on the heels of Karl Lagerfeld, whose collection debuts in September. Just in time for the Holiday season, expect a much dressier collection from Valli when it bows on Oct. 26. Drawing inspiration from his signature namesake collection, Valli's creations for Macy's is set to feature a predominantly red and black palette of cocktail dresses, skirts, blouses, jackets, and pants made in lace, tweed, brocade, fake fur, and tulle. The best part? The whole collection is set to retail from $50 to $150. There are no pictures yet, but we'll be on the lookout. For a refresher in Giambattista Valli's designs, check out his Fall 2011 runway collection.
5 Up-and-Coming Denim Brands to Get Excited About Now!
We are denim-obsessed right now at Fab; this is the time to update your closet with Fall jeans, and we've been doing our research. There are a slew of fresh, up-and-coming denim lines that have emerged recently, and we're highlighting our favorites. Whether you're after a pair of '70s-inspired bell-bottoms or high-waisted super-skinnies, or just jonesing for something no one else has yet, check out these lines. Our five breakthrough denim brands are super cool, and you can shop them right now.
10 Fantastic Denim Skirts For Fall
We're zooming in on denim skirts for our next in-depth denim guide series, and while the thought of this trend might sound a little too '90s for your taste, we beg to differ. Designers like Chloé and Isabel Marant brought denim skirts back on their runways, showing us their interpretation of the denim skirt, ranging from loose A-line silhouettes to flouncier shapes, and we've also spotted some other notable contenders like chic pencil skirts, long maxi styles, and even brightly hued versions. Peruse the slideshow to see our top 10 denim skirt picks and why we love them.
Look of the Day: Schoolgirl Chic
A cloudy day didn't keep Fab reader CBladyàlamode from wearing a chic little dress — she warmed up the look by adding a pair of thick knee socks, a cable-knit sweater, and layering a t-shirt over her green dress. She accessorized with a pair of gold-tone sunglasses, various jewels, and a red vintage clutch. The layers of this look are just as amazing on their own as they are together!
Congrats CBladyàlamode!
Everyone else, submit your looks, and we might feature you on FabSugar!
We the People Live in AE Jeans
No other item in a woman’s wardrobe expresses her personal style better than her favorite pair of jeans. Dress them up or dress them down; ask any woman the item she can’t live without, and she’s very likely to tell you that it’s her denim.
Introducing the newest American Eagle denim style, the Artist Flare. AE’s new collection is inspired by the spirit and energy of American youth, and the latest pieces have been designed to reflect this timeless style. Exhibiting both vintage flare and the modern updates, the new AE looks will let you choose a style that’s all your own. We the people live in AE Jeans. Visit the site to shop the Artist Flare jeans as well as other AE pieces now!
Start Sharing With the HTC Status™
The new HTC Status™ is the first-ever phone with a dedicated Facebook Share button! Now you can share instantly with your friends via Facebook with the ease of one push to chat, check in, and share songs! Featuring lock screen shortcuts, front and back cameras, and special effects for photos and videos, you can customize your phone experience on the go. So tell us, what is your favorite feature of the HTC Status™?



