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Diane Kruger and Karolina Kurkova Do Skirts Over Dresses - Is It Wearable?

Hannah Weil — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:27:29 PST

It's not unlike Diane Kruger to be among the first to start a fashion-forward trend. The style setter joined Karolina Kurkova to take skirts over dresses off the runways and into reality. While Karolina opted for Alexander Wang's Pre-Fall '12 look at a Jay-Z concert, Diane Kruger embraced the trend in her 10 Crosby by Derek Lam florals and stripes at the Berlin International Film Festival. Every season, we're introduced to new styling techniques and while fashion is all about experimentation, we're wondering: do you think the designers' new layering techniques translate well into real-life fashion? Would you ever do the skirt-over-dress thing?

Karolina Kurkova Slips Into Alexander Wang Pre-Fall - Love It or Leave It?

Hannah Weil — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:31:06 PST

If you caught a glimpse of Karolina Kurkova at last night's Jay-Z concert at Carnegie Hall, you might have been wondering: what exactly was she wearing? It looked like the supermodel slipped a leather skirt over her sweater dress, but upon closer inspection, we discovered that the look is actually all one piece. In fact, the dress is a piece from Alexander Wang's latest Pre-Fall 2012 collection. It's a bold style for sure - one that we're still convinced looks a little like a miniskirt pulled over a sheer and knit sweater dress - but we're letting you make the call. What do you think of Karolina's look?

Runway Retrospective: Alexander Wang

FabSugar — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:00:29 PST

Ever wonder how your favorite designers started? Fashion Week is almost upon us, so we're prepping with a study of some of the top American designers.

By now, the Wang girl is totally iconic; it's hard to imagine the world without Alexander Wang's vision of the downtown, edgy-cool chick. While urban street style existed before 2007, Alex Wang took it and refined it into something so insanely chic and wearable that every girl wants a piece, whether it's his slouchy denim, killer bags, or body-conscious dresses. Today, Alexander Wang is a global brand and one of the first places you look for something not so much sweet and pretty as utterly cool. Take a look back with this runway retrospective of Alexander Wang's relatively short - but unstoppable - career, and stay tuned for our full report on his upcoming Fall 2012 collection, taking place on February 11 during New York Fashion Week.

Celeb Style: Miranda Kerr's Travel Chic

Hannah Weil — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:45:07 PST

The jet bridge might as well have been a runway as Miranda Kerr made her way through the Tokyo airport. The supermodel showed off another one of her covetable ensembles, styling up a pair of statement booties and a quilted leather jacket with ease. A graphic-print scarf furthers the effortless vibe, while a pair of oversize shades and a studded Alexander Wang bucket bag up the cool factor. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel Miranda's cool-girl style.

ASOS Collarless Quilted Leather Jacket - $214.86	23110 Maria - $200.00
KORS Michael Kors Marianna - $375.00	Alexander Wang Diego textured-leather bucket bag - $825.00
James Perse Black S/S Deep V-Neck Rib T-Shirt - $85.00	Ottotredici 'Viola' scarf - Sold Out
Square Frame Plastic Sunglasses - $32.00

The Latest Covetable Looks From Pre-Fall 2012 - Alexander McQueen, Lanvin, Louis Vuitton, and More

Marisa Tom — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:35:45 PST

Retro throwbacks, tailored perfection, and soft feminine references - pre-Fall '12 is a beautiful blend of structured shapes and unexpected girlie details. Lanvin delivered deliberately unfinished embellishments like exposed dart seams and raw edges, while Givenchy revived its "greatest hits" prints (think tropics and rottweiler motifs), and Sarah Burton traveled back in time to the '60s English countryside to whip up a cool equestrian-inspired McQ collection. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. We're obsessed with Carven's nod to mod silhouettes, Derek Lam's focus on detachable mink collars, and Versace's Studio 54 vibe, too. It's a pre-season worth poring over, so get to it. Click through to see even more inspired looks and gorgeous accessories from Pre-Fall 2012.

Source: WWD

Rock a Faux Fur Vest Like Nicole Richie and Rihanna!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:30:45 PST

A luxe faux fur vest is a necessity in every Winter wardrobe. We've seen trendsetters like Nicole Richie, Rihanna, and Rachel Roy incorporate this furry layering pieces into their outfits - so we headed to Nordstrom at The Grove to style three different versions of the coveted-cool faux fur vest. Whether you prefer traditional, cropped, or colored, we have a vest for everyone in this installment of Currently Trending. On Allison: Theyskens Theory top, Proenza Schouler skirt, JewelMint necklace.

FabSugar's Dream Holiday Wish List

FabSugar — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 15:51:01 PST

It was the night before Christmas (and Hanukkah!) and all through the FabSugar house, Allison McNamara was stirring, wrapping jewelry, totes, jackets, even a blouse! Must-have handbags were hung by the chimney with care, statement necklaces adorned the reindeer, and those snazzy sweaters were dancing round the FabSugar lair. The FabSugar ladies present their wish list, so take a peek at our video-it's not to be missed!

Elizabeth and James New Rory bouclé-sleeved denim biker jacket - $765.00	Cire Trudon L'Admirable lime, lily and vanilla scented candle - Sold Out
Eddie Borgo Silver-plated turquoise and hematite spike necklace - $750.00	Roberto Cavalli Gold-plated Swarovski crystal wing necklace - $755.00
Lanvin Mini Pop quilted leather shoulder bag - $1,490.00	Burberry Prorsum Glamorgan raffia and patent-leather ballet flats - $395.00
Chloé Marcie Small textured-leather satchel - $640.00	Burberry Buckled rubber boots - $375.00
Christian Louboutin Sexy Strass 100 Swarovski crystal peep-toe pumps - $3,295.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs Hot Dot iPhone 4 case - Sold Out
Stella McCartney Faux python and patent-leather sandals - $845.00	Miu Miu Plexiglass crystal brass necklace - $450.00
Alexander Wang Metallic bouclé and mesh sweater - $595.00	Tom Binns Fauve hand-painted Swarovski crystal necklace - Sold Out
Lulu Frost Navette gold-plated Swarovski crystal necklace - $405.00	Aubin & Wills Mowden cable-knit wool sweater - Sold Out
Yves Saint Laurent Arty Too gold-plated Swarovski crystal ring - $295.00	Alexander Wang Brenda leopard-print leather camera bag - $445.00
Mulberry Postman's Lock leather travel bag - $2,000.00

See Inside Lady Gaga's Whimsical Gaga Workshop at Barneys NY!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:07:00 PST

Lady Gaga launched her newest endeavor at Barneys New York last night - a whimsical Gaga Workshop just in time for the holiday season. Filled with trinkets inspired by Lady Gaga's childhood and career, the fifth floor of Barneys has been transformed into eight mini shops, complete with a huge Lady Gaga spider, a wig boudoir, and an out-of-this-world bookstore. Celebrities and designers came out to support the singer, including Blake Lively in a stunning cobalt blue suit from Elie Saab's Spring 2012 Runway. Surprisingly, Lady Gaga opted for a more conservative ensemble for the evening, a custom tweed Chanel gown designed by Karl Lagerfeld, tres chi! On Allison: Topshop top, House of Harlow necklace, JewelMint bracelet.

Blake Lively Sexily Suits Up to Help Launch Gaga's Workshop

Allie Merriam — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:58:34 PST

Blake Lively managed to show some skin in a suit last night at Barneys New York's launch of "Gaga's Workshop." The bright blue Elie Saab look was finished off with lace-embellished shoulders. It was her latest daring look after wearing a revealing Marchesa number Saturday to the Gossip Girl 100-episodes celebration. Blake had the company of her small screen buddy Matthew Settle last night, as well as Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka, Brad Goreski, and Alexander Wang. We caught a moment with the actress, and Blake Lively shared her holiday must-haves. She told us she's currently buying lots of Chanel and Brunello Cucinelli for the colder weather.

Lady Gaga herself was on hand to celebrate the opening of her holiday collaboration with the iconic department store. Gaga was decked out for the occasion in a white Chanel gown that was customized by Karl Lagerfeld. There are tons of details about Lady Gaga's Barneys workshop - the installation, which takes over the shop's entire fifth floor, included eight shopping stations customized by Gaga and her team. Fans can browse a jewelry nook, a bookstore, and a boudoir that sell over 170 limited-edition Gaga-themed products as well as some of her favorite items from childhood. The store-within-a-store is open now and will be until Jan. 2, 2012.

Perfect Your Ladylike Look With These Loafer Pumps

Hannah Weil — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 11:22:25 PST

Midi skirts and floral prints have made us fans of the ladylike look, now we're taking the next, ahem, step with our footwear. To outfit the trend in full, we're looking to loafer pumps to finish our skirts, dresses, and even trousers with sophistication. With a heel, loafers lend that vintage-inspired polish we've garnered from icons like Katharine Hepburn. Now, slipping into our loafer pumps punctuates our retro style perfectly, with just a hint of modern sensibility via a metallic finish on a pair from Alexander Wang or a great leopard print on Tory Burch's covetable version. There are more than a couple to choose from, just click through our editors' picks to find and shop your favorite style.