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Dress Me Up: Full of Fall

FabSugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:00:08 -0800

Donna Karan's Fall collection is the epitome of Autumn. Warm browns, vivid rust, olive green, terra cotta, mustard, and burgundy were the plush colors the designer used to spice up her line. Now is the perfect time to draw inspiration from it and fill our closets with similar pieces. You can even get inspired from the changing colors of the leaves outside. Stick to one or two colors at most. I've found that gray tights are the perfect accent to any autumnal color. If you're still frazzled, study the Fall collections, see my suggestions below, and be full of Fall.

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Trend Alert: Burgundy Bliss

FabSugar — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:00:22 -0700

Help! I've fallen in burgundy bliss. Compared to its racy red sister, there's something about the blood-red handbag that provides warmth and dimension to any look.

This dark red delicacy goes hand-in-hand with Autumn's rich color palette and makes for an amazing compliment to dark denim or a sophisticated LBD. I think I need this amazing Miu Miu Woven Leather Tote ($1,595). Woven to perfection.

Tashkent by Cheyenne Cole Platform Wedge: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 09:00:22 -0700

It's no big surprise that boots are huge for Fall. There's only a handful I would consider investing in and these Tashkent by Cheyenne Cole Platform Wedges, $485, are one of them. (Thanks lilv for posting them in the Love It or Hate It? group!) Why these? I love that they're slouchy burgundy, suede and have a cutout detail at the sides. Would you take them home?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Definition: Burgundy

FabSugar — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 08:30:33 -0700

Burgundy

n. A shade of purple associated with the Burgundy wine of the same name, which in turn is named after the Burgundy region of France. The color burgundy is similar to other shades of light purple.

Actress Becki Newton wore a sophisticated burgundy Jay Godfrey dress at the Hot in Hollywood party.

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The Best Red Lipsticks, Part II: Burgundies

FabSugar — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 11:09:40 -0800

A while back when all of the celebs were sporting red lips I wrote a post featuring my top five best red lipsticks. Since it was such a hit, I decided to write a second part featuring the best burgundy lipsticks - burgundy being the sophisticated, older sister of red. Here are my top picks:

Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Burgundy, $21, is a creamy semi-matte lipstick with full coverage. This color is a deep, rich, wine color that would look great layered under a pink or purple toned shimmery gloss.

Clarins Le Rouge Lipstick in Passion 360, $21.50, is a long lasting lip color that is super lightweight with a satiny finish and feel. It's creamy formula is made with shea butter, wheat germ extract and vitamin E. The petal-shaped tip allows for easy application.

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Avon ULTRA COLOR RICH Lipstick in Vino Royale, $6.50, is a smooth lip color Avon's Intuitive Technology team has formulated and it can actually read your lips and self-adjust it's creaminess level to your needs - high tech!

Clinique Long Last Soft Matte Lipstick in Vintage Wine, $14, is a creamy matte lipstick that won't feather, fade or stain. I love this tried and true brand. It reminds me of my young adult life and over time, this line has never stopped expanding!

Who Was Most Fab at the 18th Annual Britannia Awards?

FabSugar — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:33:22 -0800

The 18th Annual Britannia awards brought out a gaggle of classy ladies. From fitted to voluminous, the following ladies radiated in their red carpet looks. Amy Adams (in Azzaro) and Minnie Driver went down the noir path, Freida Pinto showed sheer Valentino love, Emily Blunt dazzled in burgundy Basil Soda, and Claire Danes worked a classy black-and-white Oscar de la Renta number. All of them are spotlight-worthy, but who's most Fab?

I Want This Wardrobe: Blair Waldorf

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:30:22 -0800

Leave it to Blair to bring fascinating Upper East Side style to NYU. While strolling the collegiate hallways, the former queen bee tempered a sexy gold lame dress by Oscar de la Renta with a ladylike coat - genius. The Gossip Girl then furthered her ferosh with a burgundy-quilted bag, gold bangles, and badass Alexandre Birman python booties. I wish my former college ensembles were this hot . . .

Nanette Lepore gold floral brocade '24 Karat' double breasted coat - $369.00	Oscar de la Renta Metallic jacquard dress - $2,290.00
Alexandre Birman Python Peep-Toe Bootie - $595.00	Vivienne Westwood Bordeaux Soho Quilted Baguette Bag - $224.40
Twisted Bangle Set - $5.80	1 Carat Diamond Stud 14K Yellow Gold Earrings - $1,695.00
Marc By Marc Jacobs Fancy Fancy Pave Heart Ring - $78.00

Photo courtesy of the CW

Fabworthy: Lyell Pinwheel Burgundy Camisole

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 14:10:22 -0700

As you know, I am print-shy. But when a print is subdued and hard to read, it rocks my world.

I am in lust with this Lyell Pinwheel Burgundy Camisole, on sale for $100 (originally $165) for that precise reason. The pinwheels are so small, you can barely identify them unless you're up close. And the triple tier detailing at the bodice makes an otherwise-boring cami extremely girly. I also love the seriously thin straps that look like they're about to, sexily, fall off the shoulders.

Ah, don't you love how something so simple can rouse you sometimes? Gotta love fashion!

Celeb Style: Paula Patton

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:00:22 -0700

Paula Patton has been out and about lately, and she always make a style statement. She attended the Keep a Child Alive's 6th Annual Black Ball in a super-cool black, brown, and red printed Proenza Schouler dress. It's tribal chic defined. Jazzy accessories, including crystal cuffs, rings, and earrings, brought in the glam. Black leather cage sandals, a shimmery burgundy clutch, and deep-blue nail polish further her fun look.

Vivienne Westwood Brown Ethnic Print Jersey Dress - $353.10	Rider Cage Heel - $20.80
Jessica McClintock Croc Clutch - $50.00	Janis By Janis Savitt Crystal Drop Earrings - $315.00
Janis By Janis Savitt Crystal Drop Earrings - $315.00	Blu Bijoux Silver Burst Chandelier Earrings - $38.00
CC Skye Vintage Inspired Cocktail Ring - $159.00	Sally Hansen INSTA DRI Fast Dry Nail Color,Blazing Blue 23 - $4.99

Check out CelebStyle for many more celebrity looks!

2009 Primetime Emmy Awards: Mila Kunis

FabSugar — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:53:38 -0700

I totally have a girl crush on Mila Kunis, and the fact that she did something a little different on the Emmy red carpet tonight makes me adore her more. Her burgundy, layered-tulle Monique Lhuillier gown has a retro vibe, but her patent platform pumps are totally youthful. Her vintage earrings are divine . . . are you crushing, too?

Vote on all of my Primetime Emmy Awards polls here!

Marc by Marc Jacobs brown wool 'Anneka' long cardigan - $234.00	Pink Studio Lupe - $80.00
Design History wine jersey faux wrap belted dress - $60.00	Amber and Gold Necklace with Earrings - $8.50
Beaded Charm Halter - $78.00	Cynthia Vincent chocolate leather 'Allison' ankle boots - $201.00
MICHAEL KORS 3/4 length skirt - $338.00	Sleeveless cowlneck top - $39.00
Satin Wrap Ball Gown - $360.00	Mini argyle tights - $12.50
Camel Hair Cable Knit Gloves - $88.00	V Neck LS Cardigan - $19.80
Dolce Vita Jade Heel - $125.00	Lilla P kale pima cotton draped turtleneck - $36.00
Wooden Bangle with Gold Accents - $8.00

Bulga red patent leather 'Mila' clutch - $214.00	Balenciaga Arena First Classic- Dark Red - $1,195.00
Kooba Women's "Halle" Glazed Leather Shoulder Bag - $198.00	City Style Croc Bag - $23.99
Jerome Dreyfuss Antoine Bag - $808.00	Stuart Weitzman red patent leather 'Cala' large shoulder bag - $262.99
Angie & Lola Buckle Hobo Bag - Red - $39.99	Rebecca Minkoff Dream Bag - $625.00
Lanvin Pise Shoulder Bag- Dark Red - $2,085.00	Miu Miu Woven leather tote - $1,595.00