Best of 2011: Most Talked About Trends of the Year


Updated 12/09/11 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Fashion Trends of 2011

When all is said and done, 2011 was a great year for trends — we saw scores of stylish looks hitting the runways, from ladylike, feminine hemlines to bold brights, funky allover prints, and hypersexual boudoir and fetish ensembles. In order to give 2011's trends a proper highlight, we're looking back on five of our absolute favorites. Here's to 2012 — and many more fabulous trends! Read more

Hot Off the Runway: Busy Philipps's Sexy '70s Look


Updated 11/09/11 10:39 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Busy Philipps Green Dress and Boots

Busy Philipps looked absolutely lovely at the People's Choice Awards nominations in a green silk shirtdress and rich mahogany knee-high boots for a look that channeled the season's '70s trend in the best way. Somewhere, Mary Tyler Moore is having a little outfit envy. The key piece? The right shirt dress. In this case, you want it to be a flowy material like silk or crepe de chine, with long Read more

The '70s Beat Goes on Into Pre-Fall


Updated 01/13/11 4:20 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

5 Ways the 70s Are Inspiring the Pre-Fall 2011 Collections 2011-01-13 04:16:05

Good news for you '70s fans: the flowy dresses, flare-leg pants, and big hats that dominated Spring runways are still relevant in Pre-Fall. That groovy era of boho hippies and Carly Simon songs (time to cue You're So Vain) lives on. We've put together a slideshow of the top five ways designers continue to channel the '70s in their Pre-Fall collections. Read more

Fab Finding Follow-Up: '70s Kozy


Updated 10/15/09 8:48 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 6 comments

Fab Finding Follow-Up: '70s Kozy

I recently heard about a new bar in SF that's right up my '70s-loving alley: Kozy Kar Bar. Apparently, there are waterbeds, hard drinks, shag carpet, and Playboy pinups all around. Sounds like a cheesy good time, no? I rounded up some friends to check it out, and asked you to dress me up according to the groovy theme. I started you off with these J Brand Elephant-Leg Flare Jeans ($180). Read more

Come Fab Finding With Me: '70s Kozy


Updated 10/13/09 3:29 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 6 comments

Come Fab Finding With Me: '70s Kozy

I just heard about a new bar in SF that is right up my '70s-loving alley: Kozy Kar Bar. Apparently, there's waterbeds, hard drinks, shag carpet, and Playboy pinups all around. Sounds like a cheesy good time, no? I'm rounding up some friends to check it out this week, and we're thinking of taking the theme very seriously and dressing the part. Nothing says groovy like these J Brand Read more

Back to Cool: Dazed and Confused


Updated 08/21/08 10:15 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 10 comments

Back to school style 2008-08-20 14:00:22

I remember when I saw Dazed and Confused in the theater circa 1993 (15 years ago!) — I wanted to see it again, and again, and again. And, I have. It's probably one of my most worn out DVDs. I love the '70s and this Richard Linklater-directed film is a fun trip. The guys are hot, the girls are gorgeous, the music is groovy, and the cars are cool. All the story lines are exciting and the senior Read more

Fab Redux: Desert Dreams


Updated 05/01/08 6:01 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 13 comments

Fab Redux: Desert Dreams

After the wave of Coachella fervor this weekend, I was feeling inspired to go '70s vintage. With a bit of digging, I found myself a perfect prize: this vintage pleated minidress. The loose floaty top is feminine, and the waist nips in just the right place. How Fab would it be with a Coachella-inspired neon bangle or two? The current bidding price is at $15, and the auction ends next Read more

Trend Alert: Romantic Blouses


Updated 03/27/08 2:08 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 13 comments

Trend Alert: Romantic Blouses

Live your own Summer of Love in romantic blouses. Influenced by the free love era of the '60s, these light and flowy tops are the perfect way to jump start a sunny day. These bohemian-inspired staples are extremely versatile and available in all shapes and sizes — see Roberto Cavalli's long tunic at left. I'd pair mine with a pair of wide-legged jeans, fire up some incense, turn some vinyl Read more

Fab Finds of the Week: The Hippie Hippie Shake


Updated 03/10/08 10:00 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Fab Finds of the Week: The Hippie Hippie Shake

When Spring is in the air, I always like to introduce some bohemian flair into my wardrobe. The notion must have caught you too, because your Fab Finds this week are full of retro florals, burnished wedge sandals, and denim short shorts. The Fab Finder of the week is bbvFAN112, because she found this fun braided headband. Every week the Fab Finder I announce Monday morning will receive either a Read more

Celebrity Style: Mischa Barton


Updated 03/01/08 8:19 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 17 comments

Celebrity Style: Mischa Barton

If I had to guess, I'd say Mischa Barton's favorite decade is the '70s. The actress, who was shopping for magazines, went back to her roots in a strapless floral dress, denim vest, and yellow sandals. I guess her recent fashion faux pas was a momentary lapse in fashion judgment. I'm glad the old Mischa is back . . . let's hope she stays this way! Shop This Look Read more