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Fab Flash: Designers Partner with Gilt.com

FabSugar — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:00:22 -0800

A new partnership has just been formed that will allow sample sale fans to get their fix from the comfort of their own home! The Council of Fashion Designers of America has joined with Gilt.com to give CFDA members - think Marc Jacobs, Nanette Lepore - the option of doing their sample sales online.

Already, Marchesa, Rachel Roy, and Bulgari have teamed with Gilt Groupe's Gilt.com for the site's one-day designer-specific online sales, and Behnaz Sarafpour and Sari Gueron have upcoming sales in the works. Gilt Groupe offers 3-4 online sales per week - for sale access, you must be a referred member, but once accepted, there are no fees involved. Everyone loves a sample sale, right?!
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Would You Wear a Short Wedding Dress?

FabSugar — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:33:33 -0800

Fashion designer Behnaz Sarafpour did! A very modern idea . . .

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Fab Flash: "Stylist, The Interpreters of Fashion" Launch Party

FabSugar — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:00:22 -0700

Last night, Style.com hosted the book launch party for its new book Stylist, The Interpreters of Fashion at Skylight in New York. A few of the 16 stylists highlighted in the book made appearances, including W fashion editor Camilla Nickerson, Vogue creative director Grace Coddington, Elle creative director Joe Zee, and Allure creative director Paul Cavaco. Vogue editor Anna Wintour and a gaggle of designers were also there to mingle and show their support, including the L.A.M.B. designer herself, Miss Gwen Stefani, decked out in a fringed checkerboard top and tailored shorts.

P.S. Happy birthday Zac!!!

To see more including Gwen Stefani, Anna Wintour, Zac Posen, and more just read more

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Images include Anna Sui, Joe Zee, Anna Wintour, Paul Cavaco, Zac Posen, Behnaz Sarafpour, Linda Wells, Grace Coddington, Camilla Nickerson, Phillip Lim, Doo-Ri Chung, Gwen Stefani.

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New York Fashion Week Trend Alert: Going Tribal

FabSugar — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 11:00:22 -0700

One of the the more print inducing trends on the Spring runways was Going Tribal. An array of batik prints, nature-inspired, exotic and tropical prints will provide fabulous fashion fare. DKNY went tribal with a more subdued palette, youthful shapes, and obi belts; Oscar de la Renta knows how to deliver tribal to purveyors of luxury, and Diane von Furstenberg's "Under the Volcano" theme gave way to vivacious tribal delights. You can hear me talk about more about all the Spring trends here but this is one of my faves; there's just so many tribal trips you can take!

(L-R: Behnaz Sarafpour, United Bamboo, Jenni Kayne)

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Fab Flash: Behnaz Sarafpour Takes Eco-Style a Step Further

FabSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:18:04 -0700

Designer Behnaz Sarafpour is so serious about the green movement, she is planning on using eco-friendly practices at the designer level. In fact, her Spring show this Friday at New York Fashion Week will feature a capsule group made entirely with the environment in mind.

"I love fashion and never thought of it as a banal thing to do," Sarafpour said. "But I think it's important to find something that goes beyond just making beautiful clothes."

So how did she go about it? She researched fabrics and dyes that are safe for the environment. For example, she used an organic waffle-weave cotton from Japan for one coat, then had it dyed with Osage sawdust in New York.

Although her limited edition collection turned out to be more pricey than her regular one, Sarafpour would like to keep developing the concept for future collections. Hopefully she'll inspire her peers to follow suit...

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On Our Radar: New York Designers on Display in London!

FabSugar — Tue, 22 May 2007 06:02:22 -0700

London's Victoria & Albert Museum is currently displaying New York fashion from greats like Zac Posen (dress pictured), Derek Lam, Behnaz Sarafpour and Proenza Schouler; and though many of us won't be able to see their designs in person, we can still see them through pics! The exhibit focuses on sportswear, menswear, avant-garde, atelier and celebrity, and ends on September 23rd.

For more info, go here.

To see some of the displays by Zac, Derek, Behnaz and Proenza, read more

Zac Posen

Derek Lam

Behnaz Sarafpour

Proenza Schouler

Behnaz Sarafpour Debuts at Target

FabSugar — Sun, 29 Oct 2006 23:07:05 -0800

I've been a big fan of the Go International line at Target thusfar, particularly the collections by Tara Jarmon and Paul & Joe. For its latest collection, timed to the holiday season, Behnaz Sarafpour is a fitting choice. Known for her signature lace trims and ribbon details, the rising NYC design star is now bringing her ultra-feminine touch down to a more affordable level.

Dominated by sleek black and white palettes, these classic, urban pieces would be just right for holiday parties and winter work ensembles. Though I think this collection is more hit or miss than some of the other Go International lines, there are definitely some real gems at great prices. I particularly love this taffeta party dress below. Here are some of my favorite finds, available in stores and online now.

Taffeta Dress with Grosgrain Waist, $44.99, available here.

Twill Trench Coat in Ebony, $49.99, available here.

Brocade Skirt in Granite, $39.99, available here.

To see the rest, read more

Lace-Covered Tee, $16.99, available here.

Stretch Velvet Bermudas, $29.99, available here.

Gold Clutch, $16.99, available here.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:00:22 -0700

Read Me: Nina Garcia's latest little gold book arrives! - Refinery 29
Jil Sander's Uniqlo womenswear borrows from the boys - Racked
Fashions Night Out update: Meet Behnaz Sarafpour! - Teen Vogue
Rihanna, Jay-Z and Kanye West “Run This Town” video pics - Nitrolicious
Victoria’s Secret fashion show returns to New York - The Cut
Miss J's juicy book - Fashionista
Forget about the jeans fitting you . . . - Jezebel
Victoria Beckham Out at Armani: Is Megan Fox in? - Stylelist
Collaboration alert! Lyell for Urban Outfitters - Lucky

Who wears his vest better: Chace Crawford or Taylor Lautner?! - Off the Rack
Gucci Galaxy Python - Bag Snob

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 11:53:23 -0700

Living in a Gatsby Dream - Coquette
Baby's First Birkin! - GenArt Pulse
new to the vogue cover rotation... - fashionologie
Irresistable Erotokritos Kicks for Summer - Fashiontribes
The Olsens Scoop W - Fashionista
One Strap Wonders - Couture in the City
F-Troupe - Clothes-Pin
Behnaz Sarafpour Resort 2008 - Fashion.Verbatim
Trendspotted: The Geek Shall Inherit the Earth - Stylehive
YSL Uptown Patent Bag - Bag Snob

Reminder! Proenza Schouler + Target = Fab

FabSugar — Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:18:42 -0800

I know where I'm shopping this weekend! Just wanted to remind you all about Target's latest GO International collaboration with wonderboys Proenza Schouler. The goods hit the stores this Sunday, so get ready. They look colorful and femme to me so I'm excited. And for you lucky ducks in NYC, Opening Ceremony will sell the new line at a special four-day sale starting February 2 - tomorrow!

Also, the last designer, Behnaz Sarafpour is on clearance, in case you missed it.

To see a sassy turquoise frock from the collection, read more

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