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Trend Alert: Romantic Blouses

FabSugar — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:00:22 -0700

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 and groove to the Beatles. "Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away..."

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BCBG Chiffon Tie Front Blouse: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 05:22:22 -0700

A top with too little fabric is a bad idea for a number of reasons. A top with a too much fabric, like this BCBG Chiffon Tie Front Blouse, $106, isn't quite right either. I'm beginning to feel a bit like Goldilocks here, but you really do have to have it juuust right.

I mean, I'm all for layers of chiffon, but when they're on a top like this, the nice feminine shape that should be accentuated is hidden underneath all the fabric. What about you: are you lovin' this top, or leavin' it?

Trend Alert: Bow Tie Blouses

FabSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:30:33 -0700

Last week I showed you a debatable bow tie blouse, and I'm still on the fence about this style in general. Maybe you can all convince me to love bow tie blouses. They are definitely in masculine-feminine turf, and I love a perfect bow now and again, but something about them makes me feel...claustrophobic. I dunno. The way to wear these is with some trousers and kick ass peep toes, and hark! You are an English poet!

Banana Republic Silk big dot blouse, $78	Marc by Marc Jacobs Nora Print Twill Top, $228
D&G Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Chiffon Blouse with Tie Neck , $445	Catherine Malandrino Puff sleeve blouse, $395
Free People Brigitte Chiffon Blouse, $108	MILLY Tie-Neck Sleeveless Blouse, $218
YA-YA champagne silk lace neck tie blouse, on sale for $145 (originally $334)	Rag & Bone Wrap Neck Blouse, $239	Trina Turk 'Juliet' Chain Print Blouse, $238

See by Chloe Silk Print Blouse: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 07:00:00 -0700

I've always been a fan of Chloe's hippie chic vibe, so the muted psychedelic pattern and cute Peter Pan collar on this See by Chloe Silk Print Blouse, $420, are all groovy if you ask me. The thing that's not so groovy is the price tag: $420 is a bit much, silk blouse though it may be. What about you...are you feeling the shirt's vibes?

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Fabworthy: Banana Republic Silk Leopard Print Top

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 08:00:22 -0700

If you're a Wild Thing, do your inner animal a favor and consume this Banana Republic Silk Leopard print top, $68. What makes this blouse a stand out is that it's so feminine and tame compared to some of the more randy animal-print styles out there. The gathered scoop neckline, the capped sleeves and the muted colors give this effect. This blouse will satiate your inner animal and Glamour Girl all at the same time!

BCBG Max Azria Dandy Stripe Blouse: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 08:44:39 -0800

I am not a big fan of puffy blouses. In fact, I usually find them atrocious. But as I was doing my daily online shopping, I found myself strangely drawn to this BCBG Max Azria Dandy Stripe Blouse, available for $178 here. Objectively, I understand that this striped, rust-colored shirt is sort of ugly, and the gathered elbows on the billowy sleeves aren't exactly conventional. But for some reason, I just can't help but love it. I think it would look especially great with a pair of distressed jeans and a leather motorcycle jacket. Do you agree or beg to differ? Tell me below if you love it or hate it!

Cheap & Chic: Romantic Blouses

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:00:22 -0700

Amidst all the drama, Sienna Miller is still one fashionable babe. If you're going to get your photo taken by the paparazzi, you might as well look cute, right?

I'm loving the semisheer romantic blouse she's jetsetting in. It's a great alternative to wearing a basic tee with your jeans and doesn't appear stuffy. When choosing a romantic blouse, look for one with a casual fit and fun detailing such as stripes, ruffles, or frills. Kudos to Sienna for accessorizing her feminine look with a funky Gucci belt.

Silver Slippers Embroidered Blouse - $78.00	Petals Chiffon Blouse - $19.80
Bib blouse - $38.00	INC International Concepts ® Ruffle-Trim Top - $39.00
H81 Rosalyn Capsleeve Blouse - $19.90	"> "> Sheer poet blouse - $64.00

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The Look For Less: Diane von Furstenberg Philippine Blouse

FabSugar — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 02:00:08 -0700

This Diane von Furstenberg Philippine Blouse ($285) encompasses two Fab trends: a nude color palette and plenty of pleats. I would toughen this romantic blouse with a pair of skinny black pants and my favorite Fall jacket. Sounds Fab, huh? The only thing stopping me from putting it all together is the price.

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Whew! This Victoria's Secret Silk Chiffon Pleated Blouse ($68) is much lighter on the pocketbook. It has the same billowy sleeves as the aforementioned version and I like the slightly longer cut. Done and done.

Trend Alert: Frilly Spring Blouses

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 13:31:22 -0700

The romantics have arrived. However, one must be aware of the abundant femme flavor of these frilly Spring blouses. Clearly a trickle down from the Romanza trend, the way to wear these for today is sans skirt and with a leaner silhouette. So a sleek pair of skinnies will suffice or a cool pair of high waisted trousers. As for a jacket, you don't want to crush these precious frills so something light and airy - a blazer would look too suit-ish.

(L-R: Vera Wang, Doo Ri, Carolina Herrera)

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The ones on the runways were a bit muted, to see some more colorful blouses, read more

MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Shooting Star' Dobby Top, $228.

Banana Republic Pleat-front ruffle blouse, on sale for $45 (originally $60).

Charlotte Ronson Button Down Blouse with Tie in Plum, 185.

Trend Alert: Ruffly Blouses

FabSugar — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 11:48:53 -0700

If ever you've longed to dress yourself in prim and feminine ruffly blouses, now is your chance. Ranging from multi-tiered cascades to simple accents, ruffles are all over shirts for Fall 2006. But the look isn't easy to pull off.

To avoid looking like a librarian or a lady who lunches, try pairing the flouncy shirts with somewhat tougher pieces, like denim and leather. For a dressier look, you can go more chic, but make sure the rest of your outfit is sleek, not fussy-think pencil skirts and graceful platform pumps. Here's a look at some of my favorite ruffly blouses at both designer and non-designer prices.

Rebecca Taylor Ruffle Top with Cami, $189, available here.

3.1 Phillip Lim Ruffle-Front Halter, $297, available here.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Casey Stripe Silk Top, $228, available here.

Elie Tahari Joelle Blouse, $248, available here.

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Bebe Chain Print Amanda Shirt, $79, available here.

Banana Republic Sleeveless Ruffled Bib Top, $64, available here.

Forever 21 Ruffled Stripe Shirt, $24.80, available here.

Isaac Mizrahi Brocade Ruffle Blouse, $29.99, available here.

Diane von Furstenberg Pleated Chiffon Blouse - $225.00	Embroidered mesh blouse - $49.00
PATRIZIA PEPE Blouse - $134.00	Battenberg lace blouse - $39.00
Oversized gauze tunic blouse - $49.00	Juicy Couture Ruffle Front Top - $178.00
Handmade Blouse - $195.00	Moschino Jeans Circus Printed Poplin Blouse with Ruffle collar in Silver/White - $270.00
Morland Blouse - $88.00	Jean Paul Gaultier Off-The-Shoulder Bow Blouse - $995.00
BCBGMAXAZRIA Romantic Floral Burnout Blouse - $111.99	Black Halo Renaissance Blouse in Shell - $284.00