Best of 2008: Fabulous Fashion Week Shows


Updated 02/27/09 12:18 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

Best of 2008: Fabulous Fashion Week Shows

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 Read more

Best of 2008: The Return of the Supermodel


Updated 01/02/09 10:26 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 9 comments

Best of 2008: The Return of the Supermodel

While it's fun seeing celebrities model high fashion, we were ecstatic to witness 2008 as the year of the return of the supermodel. Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Stephanie Seymour, and our fave, Kate Moss, came back full throttle across numerous Fab ads showing us what separates the super from the model. Past, present, and future; these ladies will always reign supreme. Read more

Best of 2008: Tremendous Target Collaborations


Updated 12/28/08 6:58 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 4 comments

Best of 2008: Tremendous Target Collaborations

I love it, you love it, we all love Target. This year, we were blessed with a tremendous amount of Target collaborations from some of our favorite designers such as Jovovich-Hawk, Richard Chai, Erickson Beamon, Sigerson Morrison, and Alexander McQueen. Alas, some of these collections have yet to hit the racks but all in due time, my dear. Take a trip down memory lane and check out all the Target Read more

Best of 2008: Rest In Peace


Updated 12/26/08 3:00 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Best of 2008: Rest In Peace

This year, our condolences were not only extended to people, they were also given to businesses. It was the gasp heard around the world when Yves Saint Laurent passed in June. Mr. Blackwell, the man known for his annual worst-dressed list, also left us, as did Pinup queen Bettie Page. But more shocking were the deaths of longstanding retail stores such as Mervyn's and Steve & Barry's. What's Read more

Best of 2008: Designers Branch Out


Updated 12/24/08 3:28 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Best of 2008: Designers Branch Out

If you think you were busy this year, wait until you see how many designers expanded their businesses in 2008. Hint: It took me a crazy long time to round them all up. Majors like Diane von Furstenberg, Alexander Wang, and Stella McCartney added more to their plates, as did smaller brands such as Members Only and Paige Denim. From jewelry and shoes to entire contemporary lines, these companies Read more

Best of 2008: Fashion Comings and Goings


Updated 12/24/08 10:09 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Best of 2008: Fashion Comings and Goings

This year we experienced a lot of fashion comings and goings. Granted this is nothing new for the fast world of fashion, but it's always fun to learn who's in and who's out. Creative directors jumped ships, brands were revitalized, and others got the boot. Were you paying attention to the fashion industry switcharoos of 2008? Take my quiz to see if you're up on your news. Source and Source Take Read more

Best of 2008: The Year's Top Styling Tips


Updated 12/24/08 10:10 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Best of 2008: The Year's Top Styling Tips

When you're in dire need of insider styling tips, guess who's at your beck and call? That's right, moi. Throughout the year, I helped you get rid of nasty armpit stains, stay chic in the chill, and keep dark clothes, well, dark. But that's not all. I also created Fab Body Guides to make short look tall, stubby toes appear slender, and to dissect the differences between cropped and long leggings. Read more

Best of 2008: The Explosion of Celebrity Designers


Updated 12/24/08 10:11 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 6 comments

Best of 2008: The Explosion of Celebrity Designers

I officially declare 2008 as the year of the celebrity designer. Seriously, who didn't try their hand at fashion designing? Some granted rave reviews, others, well, you tell me. From reality stars to actresses to singers, these celebrities all had something to say about style this year. Nicole Richie offered up her affordable line of chic jewels, The Hills girl Whitney Port debuted her designing Read more

Best of 2008: Fashion Trailblazers


Updated 12/24/08 10:11 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 3 comments

Best of 2008: Fashion Trailblazers

This year a handful of ballsy designers, celebrities, and industry insiders broke free from their comfort zones and undertook revolutionary projects. Diane von Furstenberg created a Wonder Woman of a collection, Viktor & Rolf broke runway tradition, and Barneys New York's Simon Doonan tied the knot . . . with his boyfriend! But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Read on. Viktor & Rolf Read more