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Anna Sheffield Gives Us Wintery Bing Bang Bling to Love All Season Long

Hannah Weil — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 07:14:00 PST

We fell for Anna Sheffield's Bing Bang collections a while ago. And since then, our designer crush only intensified as she rolled out collaborations and cool creations season after season. Now, she's appealing to our Winter style sensibility with a timely collection of dreamy-inspired jewels. Drawing on nostalgic imagery - hearts and delicate charms - the collection teeters between playful pieces and edgier mixed metals. It's what we've long loved from the designer, and what we'd pair with our cozy sweaters all Winter.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 12:00:04 PDT

Why Renée Zellweger sticks with classic go-to designer Carolina Herrera - People
The Gap wants you to help fix its new logo - The Cut
The trend report - Vogue UK
Runway to sidewalk - Rihanna in Stella McCartney and Miu Miu - Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Loft teams up with Anna Sheffield, Me&Ro, and Kara Ross to fight breast cancer - Teen Vogue
Cropped aviator jackets under $200 for Fall - Stylelist
A peek at Juicy Couture holiday bags - Purse Blog
On the street: city of brights - Vogue Daily
The wonderful world of Manolo Blahnik comes to Liberty of London - Racked

Fab Exclusive, Part 2! Anna Sheffield Compares East Coast vs. West Coast Style, Talks About Shopping Essentials

FabSugar — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 09:00:22 PDT

Now that we've gotten to know Bing Bang designer Anna Sheffield a little more, let's hear what the designer has to say about East Coast vs. West Coast style. Since she's lived on both sides for almost 10 years, it's safe to assume she's experienced it all. Check out her thoughts on style, high-low shopping, and favorite accessories below!

FabSugar: Since you've lived in both Cali and NYC for most of your life, do you notice a major difference in style?
Anna Sheffield: I think there is. There's a bigger difference between New York and LA than there is New York and San Francisco. I think there's a different type of femininity. I think that in New York, femininity is kind of equal to strength and there's a different type of toughness to the women there. You can see it in their shoes, you know what I mean? Like the gladiator sandal, it's like still going because everybody feels fierce. In NYC, there are edgy and strong females, whereas in California, women are more free to be delicate and feminine. I try and incorporate both into everything that I design, so hopefully everybody likes it everywhere, that's the goal.

To hear more from Fab's chat with Anna,

FS: Do you have any suggestions on shopping and styling, like things to save on and things to splurge on?
AS: Absolutely. I think staples are easy to come by. At least in New York, and online, you can get great staples at the GAP, H&M, Forever 21, and American Apparel. But I think accessories, like shoes, are always a good thing to spend money on. If I want something really kooky, like a crazy belt, I would rather buy it at H&M then to really get a really expensive one. I think that high-low fashion is not something that's really going to change any time soon. You can open a Vogue or V magazine today and see somebody in an American Apparel tank top with Lanvin, Givenchy, or Prada - I like that! Everybody has the ability to create their own style without having to have a single look by a single designer or some company . . .

FS: Do you prefer earrings, or necklaces, or just everything?
AS: It really depends on what piece is inspiring me at the moment. I've definitely been doing a lot of necklaces lately, with all of the feather things and the sort of Cherokee-inspired stuff. I also usually have a fair amount of bangles and two-finger rings. Things that layer well is really important to me.

FS: We're huge fans of your rose gold pieces, can you tell us more about them?
AS: I love rose gold because it has copper in it, which I think is a beautiful element. It's also something that's sacred and special, like copper is really healthy for you and you're supposed to wear it. I also love it because it looks good on every skin tone.

FS: What are your favorite materials to work with?
AS: I love working in metal because my background is in metalsmithing and silversmithing. I also like working with gold, because of its different properties of copper and silver, depending on how I work with them. I don't think there's really any absolute favorite. I just love it when I just get to sit down and make something, that's the highlight of my day.

Photos courtesy of Alex Abriam

Fab Exclusive! Anna Sheffield Loves Silly Bandz, Tries to Be "Buddha" About Designer Knockoffs

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:00:22 PDT

Jewelry extraordinaire Anna Sheffield was in SF last week to promote her latest Bing Bang collection at Shotwell boutique. We're always curious about her cool girl aesthetic, so we sat down with the designer to talk about her jewelry inspiration, her latest obsession with Silly Bandz, and her thoughts on the latest design copyright initiative. Check out part one below.

FabSugar: Tell us about your design aesthetic and inspiration for the latest Bing Bang collection.
Anna Sheffield: I sort of get on themes, I always have a few little inspiration points that I draw from. It's always a little bit punk rock, always a little bit Native American, there's always a little Victorian and then I'm absolutely influenced by New York Street or street fashion in general. So I take all of those elements and sort of jostle them around and come up with new themes every season but usually I get sparked by a shape, or a silhouette, or something. I've been doing a lot of things with the feathers so I created this collection that's been ongoing, the Cherokee collection within Bing Bang, so lots of things with the feathers, the pin-nibs, and I just keep doing them in new color ways. I've been wearing them like crazy.

FS: Do your collections have a spiritual meaning?
AS: Yeah, definitely. I think there's certain things that just innately have symbolism, so it's whatever culture, whatever age, whatever tribe, or whatever ethnicity you're from. There's certain things that are always relevant and beautiful and feathers are one of them. Hearts, I love hearts, I'll never be over hearts. I've been drawing hearts on myself, every note I've ever written, when I'm doodling, when I'm on the phone, on my knee, wherever.

To hear more from Fab's chat with Anna,

FS: You're wearing the Silly Bandz!
AS: Oh yes! I am a veritable addict, it's crazy, I'm so in love with these things, I talk about them incessantly, I blog about them incessantly, I'm like giving them out as gifts, I'm getting them as gifts. I got a ton of them for my birthday last weekend - the fruit package, the bugs and insects package, and they're so amazing. They're such a phenomenal little invention.

How do you feel about the latest design copyright protection initiative against fast fashion retailers like Forever 21?
AS: Yeah, they knock off like crazy. I try so hard to be Buddha about it, it's the sincerest form of flattery, right? As long as it's not somebody that you know personally, because that can be a little bit painful, but it's difficult because when you're a small company, it's difficult to keep up because when you have companies that are bigger than you who can produce more volume and quicker turnaround. It hurts a little bit, but at the same time, I think there's people that will shop that way and there are people that want the original. But I do think that it's something that should be implemented. At this point, it's really difficult to get a copyright for anything creative. I haven't been able to copyright any of my designs and it's really frustrating because you feel like if it's something that's vague, that's one thing - like copyrighting a charm on a chain. But if I do a certain treatment to it that I really invested a lot of time and energy into inventing, and coming up with a process that's important to me, it would be nice to keep those things signature to you, you know?

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Photos courtesy of Alex Abriam

Sneak Peek! Anna Sheffield For Target

FabSugar — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:37:00 PDT

Feast your eyes on Anna Sheffield's jewelry collab with Target. Like her namesake line, these baubles have funky, hip nuances minus the heavy price tag - sweet. The collection, debuting in stores and online on Aug. 30, features a variety of drop and stud earrings, layered charm necklaces, and colored stone rings. I'm loving the soft punk vibe, and with prices ranging from $20 to $80, I can indulge in more than one piece. Want to see more of Anna Sheffield's cheap(er) adornments? You know what to do!

Whitney Port's Groovy Polka-Dots: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:00:22 PDT

Whitney Port never ceases to amaze me with her eclectic style. For Gen Art's 15th Anniversary Benefit in NYC, Whitney channeled her inner Cher and donned a groovy polka-dot dress by Pamella Roland, bronze heels, and an Anna Sheffield Dauphine cocktail ring. The large silver dots and exaggerated bell sleeves demand attention, but I'm not sure if I'm feeling it - a little too over the top. What are your thoughts on Whitney's Warhol-inspired outfit?

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Father's Day Lobster Brunch

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:50:22 PDT

My dad's the best. He's always there for me, gives me sound advice, and is cool to hang out with. Last Sunday was Father's Day so it was all about him. We headed to a yummy lobster brunch - only the best for my pops. I asked you to help me find a cute outfit for this special day. I suggested shorts . . .

I started you off with these unique Bing Bang Cherokee Earrings; they're my newest lust. Let's see what you came up with!

Look #1, created by bvfashion, is brunch at its best. Pairing a chambray top with Balenciaga heels is so unexpected and cool.

Jimmy Choo Zulu woven clutch	Bing Bang Cherokee Earrings ($115)
Slice Ring - Sterling Silver by sproutonline on Etsy	Women's Casual Shirts & Tops - Women's Silk Shirts, Tops & Linen Shirts - J.Crew
Women's Solid Color Shorts - Chino, Knit & Cargo Shorts - Women's Shorts - J.Crew	Balenciaga?Cone heel sling backs?\|?Browns Fashion

To see the rest,

Look #2, created by barbiesugar, is all about fun - I love that top!

Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Percy Bag: Caramel	Christian Louboutin�'Salamanca' flat sandal�\|�
Roberto Cavalli Silk kaftan top	SIWY - Camilla Wonder Shorts	Bing Bang Cherokee Earrings ($115)

Look #3, created by bronzebeauty719, is subtly eclectic. Those Tom Ford sunnies remind me of the Olsens.

Pleated cotton strati tank - J.Crew	Tom Ford Bianca Black Sunglasses
Jeffrey Campbell Athena Crystal Sandals	Elizabeth and James Bubble silk-blend shorts �\|�NET-A-PORTER.COM
Bing Bang Cherokee Earrings ($115)	Dolce & Gabbana white ruffled 'Miss Rouche' top handle bag

Come Fab Finding With Me: Father's Day Lobster Brunch

FabSugar — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 05:50:22 PDT

My dad's the best. He's always there for me, gives me sound advice, and is cool to hang out with. This Sunday is Father's Day so it's all about him. We're heading to a yummy lobster brunch - only the best for my pops. Can you help me find a cute outfit for this special day? I'm thinking shorts . . .

I'm starting you off with these unique Bing Bang Cherokee Earrings; they're my newest lust.

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Lobster Brunch.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when completing your Fab Finding missions.

Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here is a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar.

To see some of my favorite online stores,

Banana Republic
Bluefly
J.Crew
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Pink Mascara
Saks Fifth Avenue
Shopbop
Shopflick
Tobi
Urban Outfitters

Anna Sheffield Takes It All Online

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:00:22 PDT

Want to know one of my all-time favorite jewelry designers? You're looking at her, and her three jewelry collections: Anna Sheffield (fine jewelry), Anna Sheffield Bespoke, and Bing Bang. Now it's all in one tight place, AnnaSheffield.com. As well, there are online exclusives and limited-edition goodies. And Anna's on it - in a few weeks she's launching an iPhone app enabling users to purchase more easily from the site. Most cool? Learn how to pronounce Ah-na's name and hear about her muses via the blog and videos. I'm still obsessing over the arrow two-finger ring ($215), it's too special to ignore, just like Anna.

Trend Alert: Pirate's Booty

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 03:00:08 PDT

Sandra Bullock's pirate's booty immediately grabbed my attention. I'm talking about her necklace: it's funky, chunky, and looks like it came from hidden loot under the sea. When searching for such adornments, focus on a mix of chains, pearls, charms, and underwater influences. The chunkier, the better. Since it's a statement piece, pair it with a simple yet sassy LBD like Sandra did at The Proposal premiere in LA, or rock it out with a plain tee. Argh - it's mermaid marvelous.

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