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Best of 2008: Fabulous Fashion Week Shows

FabSugar — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:30:08 -0800

2008 spawned a tremendous flurry of fabulous Fashion Week shows. Let's see, there were New York Fall and Spring shows, Milan Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, and LA Fashion Week. Oh, and don't forget all of the ravishing Resort and Pre-Fall collections. Some of my faves were Proenza Schouler's Fall line, Alexander Wang's Spring offerings, and Balmain's Spring collection in Paris. All different, all divine. Which were your favorites? Jog your memory, and check out all of our 2008 Fashion Week coverage.

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Fashion Week's Most Fab Attendees

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:00:22 -0700

Who, what, where (or wear)? These are the questions people had running through their heads when the Spring Fashion Weeks were in effect. We were mostly focusing on the clothes rather than who dominated the front rows, but let us also dissect the guests. Editors, celebrities, and models get invited to the shows in New York, London, Milan, and Paris. One lady who always looked amazing was Carine Roitfeld. Here, at the Yves Saint Laurent show in Paris, the Vogue Paris editor gave new meaning to the term power suit. The serious glare also helps. See who else graced us with their fashionable presence over the past month . . .
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Stephanie and Naomi, Hermes Cowgirls

FabSugar — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:00:22 -0700

Giddyup girls, the Hermes runway was smokin'. And it was wasn't just because of the wrapped and slit fringed skirts, sheer overlays, and cigars. Veteran models Naomi and Stephanie galloped through their dear friend Jean Paul Gaultier's Spring show, and looked every bit amazing. You can tell from the photos that Naomi was strutting her stuff, as always. And Stephanie looks like she's having a grand time. These Hermes cowgirls made it hard for me to focus on the clothes, which were wearable, sexy, and sophisticated. Great to see you back on your stomping grounds, supers.

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Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Louis Vuitton

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:00:22 -0700

Severe plumage. Lavish layering. Exotic undertones. Intrigued? You should be. Marc Jacobs's Spring collection for Louis Vuitton is eye candy at its best. Much like his Spring namesake collection, this delivery is maximist. Pick and choose from an array of luxurious delights and make Louis Vuitton a look all your own.I'm swooning over the banded and heavily embellished dresses, the sharp-shouldered blazers (not sick of them yet, no), the quirky separates, and the semi-ridiculous accessories. And the plumage! And the colors! And with a chic Parisian flair. While many folks pared things down given the economic uncertainty, Vuitton delivered a high-octane carnival of clothes.

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Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Lanvin

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:00:22 -0700

I just died and went to Lanvin's heavenly candy shop. Alber Elbaz has done it again - he delivered inventive pieces but didn't alienate Lanvin's signature bold colors and voluminous silhouettes. This Spring collection leaves you wanting more. It offers everything from black to nude, to colors like chartreuse, teal, purple, and orange. Yum. Some of the dramatic wide-shouldered silhouettes are hard to work with; still, on the runway they work like magic. But what I really want to talk about are the accessories. Sparkly necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and clutches demand attention, but somehow don't steal the spotlight from the clothes. A perfect harmony has been created with the stunning clothes and wild jewels. Bravo, Alber, bravo!

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Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Chanel

FabSugar — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 20:13:27 -0700

What's black, white and fabulous all over? You know it. OK, throw in some pink, purple and gray and done. With an inspired Chanel building serving as the backdrop, Karl delivered a wonderfully diverse Spring collection - the spunky separates being my favorites. A sharp bolero jacket and a tailored bowed top and slim knit skirt are on my lust list.

With dramatic headdresses on top and feathered sandals on bottom, what was in between was modern day Chanel. Tweed suits, party frocks and knits were given fresh treatments via beading, bold cuts and a wonderful chain adornment fastened with a brooch. On the subject of all that glitters, the jewelry was maximized; flower cluster necklaces and deco medallions were stunning. Easing into evening, the silhouette is long and lean - can't argue with that. Nothing over the top here, simply laudable Lagerfeld artistry.

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This Week's Fab Favorite: Emma Watson

FabSugar — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:00:22 -0700

She's 10 years younger than me and she is sitting front row at Chanel. But it's OK, I am a Harry Potter fan and she looks Fab. Chanel is a fashion house for every generation and it's nice to see the younger generation wearing it accordingly. She opted for long leggings - this is how you wear them people - some stunning platform sandals, and a sporty but chic silver skirt and jacket set; all Chanel. Her satin Chanel clutch is mighty adorable, too. Her hair is slick and her jewelry is pared down; I spy a glittering ring atop the yummy clutch.

My favorite piece amongst this excellent example of layering is the jacket. I would wear that with just about everything to inject sporty nonchalance. Her bunched up sleeves makes it even more lax. So Emma, pray tell, how did you enjoy the show?

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Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Isabel Marant

FabSugar — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:00:22 -0700

If a (very stylish) cowgirl were to move to the big city, she would dress to the beat of Isabel Marant's Spring collection. Plaids, ruffles, baggy pants, and boxy blazers were styled to the '80s with a modern twist - I love it all. I thought I was over the ruffle tiered mini dress, but when Marant decided to use soft silks instead of the usual taffeta or knit, I was smitten. All her pieces are loosely cut, flattering, and rocker romantic.

Note the chains wrapped around the slouched suede boots; a nice twist and refreshing change from all of the studs we've seen. It also looks like hip-slung belts will be making a comeback. J'adore the turquoise stone creations. Smart to offset the mini skirts with baggy tops and blazers - simple and genius. Overall, a feminine collection of country, rockin' offerings.

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Paris Fashion Week, Spring '09: Viktor & Rolf

FabSugar — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 03:00:22 -0700

Watching Viktor & Rolf's virtual fashion show makes me wonder why more designers don't go this route. I smell a new trend. Old-school model Shalom Harlow is the only one on catwalk. Or, shall I say, only ones. It's all good though; it makes me focus more on the clothes and less on the models. Wait until you see how up close and personal the camera takes you. It's better than being in the front row! Per usual, these men know how to entertain. The oversize jewels and funky shoes are especially fun. And wait for the finale - a metallic Spirograph dress followed by multiple Shaloms applauding, and . . . well, watch for yourself.

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Dries Van Noten

FabSugar — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:00:22 -0700

Take Belgian eclecticism, mixed with California cool and Russian artist Malevich, and you have one of my favorite Spring collections thus far. Oh, Dries. A mix of elegant black and white and some punchy, definitively Dries colors, and you have the palette. Fluid pants, laid-back suiting, grid prints, embroidered clusters, and silky, boxy day dresses are all favorites here. Accessories also piqued my interest: grid print clutches, bauble necklaces, milky sunglasses, and graphic sandals. And the best part: these are all wearable. Many of today's designers struggle to find the harmony between inventive and commercially viable - van Noten found it.

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