Posts for May 1st 2012

must haves

Sugar Shout Out: May Must Haves!

It's a new month, which means a brand-new crop of our favorites in fashion, home, entertainment, and more!

It's a new month, which means a brand-new crop of our favorites in fashion, home, entertainment, and more! We've rounded up all of our must haves from across the Sugar Network in one place — click through to check them all out now.

Spring Fashion

First Look! ASOS's New Spring/Summer Africa Collection

We're going wild for ASOS's new sustainable Spring/Summer Africa collection, which just launched today at ASOS.com.
ASOS Africa Collection Spring 2012

We're going wild for ASOS's new sustainable Spring/Summer Africa collection, which just launched today at ASOS.com. The 21-piece line includes crop tops, shorts, shirt dresses, and trousers featuring the bold patterns we're craving this season — we're also suckers for the cute giraffe and zebra prints. If you're not familiar with the line, you'll be happy to hear that the ASOS Africa collection is made in collaboration with SOKO Kenya, providing opportunities for underprivileged communities to establish sustainable, modern business through local craftsmanship. Additionally, a portion of each purchase goes to support local communities in Africa. We love fashion for a cause, and if you do too, check out the top three looks below, then click the slideshow to see the rest of the collection.

POPSUGAR Fashion

See How Whitney Port Effortlessly Mixes Neutral and Metallic Hues

Whitney Port is down under in Sydney, Australia, for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week to launch her lines WE by Whitney Eve and Whitney Eve.

Whitney Port is down under in Sydney, Australia, for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week to launch her lines WE by Whitney Eve and Whitney Eve. Showing off her styling skills, the reality star turned designer wore a silver metallic blazer from her own collection, pairing it with a blush-tone Cameo slip dress and nude cage heels from Sergio Rossi. She then added in another element of shimmer via a gold metallic Valentino bag. See Whitney's effortless ensemble in today's Fab Flash now. On Allison McNamara: H&M top.

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Fresh New Workout Style

It's no secret that workout routines can get a little mundane .

It's no secret that workout routines can get a little mundane . . . Especially if your exercise gear doesn't get you excited anymore. Luckily, New Balance knows how important it is to bring a breath of fresh air to your sweat sessions, starting with your feet! With the new Superlight Superfresh walking shoe, you'll breathe new life into each step. How? New Balance starts with comfort — your tootsies will love the innovative, cloud-inspired design that keeps you cozy and the REVlite for lightweight cushioning that helps your feet stay fresh and happy. Pumped for your next walking workout? Check out more about the Superlight Superfresh here!

Celebrity Style

7 Fly Ikat Pants Inspired by Jessica Alba — Including Her Exact $65 Pair!

We are always looking to Jessica Alba for fun and fresh outfits, and the brunette bombshell didn't disappoint in a cheeky Alice + Olivia sweater, killer Topshop ikat pants, and cap-toe Giuseppe Zanotti pumps while at a Lucky event in Santa Monica.

We are always looking to Jessica Alba for fun and fresh outfits, and the brunette bombshell didn't disappoint in a cheeky Alice + Olivia sweater, killer Topshop ikat pants, and cap-toe Giuseppe Zanotti pumps while at a Lucky event in Santa Monica. We love how her versatile ikat-print pants balanced the playfulness of her sequin-tie sweater and bold pumps. Snag Jessica's exact Topshop bottoms to pair with an equally playful Fab-approved sweater or style colorful ikat pants with a solid top and funky shoes for an equally snazzy ensemble.

Celebrity Style

Celebs Rock the Pajama Trend — 6 Ways to Style Sleepwear Outside of Bed

Although pajamas are a bedtime staple for most, gutsy celebs are showcasing how to style sophisticated sleepwear for daytime, as well as on the red carpet.

Although pajamas are a bedtime staple for most, gutsy celebs are showcasing how to style sophisticated sleepwear for daytime, as well as on the red carpet. Test-drive this trend for daytime — printed pajama topper and distressed denim — like Drew Barrymore, spice it up with heels like Rihanna in Pucci for an evening look, or go full throttle with a slimming silk set and matching sequin blazer like Elisa Sednaoui in Ferragamo for a fabulous cocktail party. Whichever look you choose, we can assure you that this trend's comfort and style will have you rethinking all of your chic sleepwear. Step inside to see who else has embraced the pajama trend and to shop the looks for yourself.

Spring Fashion

5 Festive Outfit Ideas For Kentucky Derby Weekend!

If you're attending the 138th Kentucky Derby this weekend — or simply looking to channel the same Southern style — we've put together five outfit pairings for you to shop before the festivities begin.
What to Wear to Kentucky Derby

If you're attending the 138th Kentucky Derby this weekend — or simply looking to channel the same Southern style — we've put together five outfit pairings for you to shop before the festivities begin. Dressing the part requires a stunning statement hat, the floppier, the better, and of course, a pretty dress to finish the look. Take a look at the slideshow to see our festive, inspiring Kentucky Derby outfits, starting with this gorgeous floral look from Dolce & Gabbana.

Celebrity Style

7 Days, 7 Ways: How Celebs Style Their High-Low Hems

Is it safe to say that mullets aren't all bad?
Celebrities Wearing Asymmetrical Skirts Spring 2012

Is it safe to say that mullets aren't all bad? Case in point: we're loving the high-low, business-meets-party hemline for Spring, and luckily it doesn't require a pair of scissors or an achy breaky heart. It's a flirty, playful look that shows the perfect amount of skin without being too daring, and can still be modest enough for the office. We've already shown you how the asymmetrical trend looks when taken to the streets, and now we're making it work for seven days in seven ways — gleaning some inspiration from the styling capabilities of Nicole Richie, Kate Bosworth, Brooklyn Decker, and more. Click through for their style-setting examples, then shop our editors' picks to get the look for yourself.

Celebrity Style

Celebs, Especially Vanessa Hudgens, Love Blu Moon's Flowy Prints

Just as much as celebs love Theodora & Callum's printed scarves, they also adore Blu Moon's flowy prints.

Just as much as celebs love Theodora & Callum's printed scarves, they also adore Blu Moon's flowy prints. Everyone from Whitney Port to Jamie Chung to Heidi Klum has been spotted wearing the brand's Summer Lovin' dresses, both in maxi and mini hemlines. Vanessa Hudgens has got to be the biggest fan — she's sported Blu Moon's bohemian prints multiple times both on the red carpet and off. Step inside to see who else loves the label and to shop exact pieces for your Spring and Summer days.

Celebrity Style

Eva Mendes Shows Us How Sexy '50s Style Is Done — Get Her Look Now

There's little fault we can ever find with Eva Mendes.

There's little fault we can ever find with Eva Mendes. Even when she's shopping at Whole Foods, she manages to effortlessly nail that sexy off-duty Rita Hayworth look. By pairing a crisp white Express tie-front blouse with a sweet daisy-print skirt, Eva looks both Spring-ready and vintage chic. This sexy daytime ensemble is totally easy to achieve; Eva only had to style five key retro-inspired pieces to evoke a '50s siren vibe. Look to her updated take on cat-eye sunglasses via her favorite Thierry Lasry frames, her nude Christian Louboutin espadrille wedges, and that ultracool python-embossed Prada bag for old-school accent inspiration. Or better yet, click through to see how we've re-created Eva's Old Hollywood outfit, and shop our editors' picks.