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The Look For Less: Nordstrom Chain Bracelet

FabSugar — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:00:22 PDT

Have you succumbed to the chunky chains trend? I have, and I already own a gold chain bracelet, so naturally I need a silver one. This Nordstrom Silver Chain Bracelet ($34, originally $58) is sleek and sophisticated. It's such a simple design, there must be something else out there!

To see the look for less,

Ta-da! This AE Chain Link Charm Bracelet, ($12, originally $16) is more up my alley. If that heart charm bugs and reminds you too much of Tiffany, just go ahead and plier it off. Now I can buy a couple more and stack 'em for maximum marvel.

Trend Alert: Chunky Chains

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 05:50:22 PDT

Chunky chains have since evolved from their days on Mr.T's neck to evoking a more polished, punky character. For all you good girls looking to add a little badass to your ensemble, adorn your collarbone with layered oversized chains. Hipsters, contrast your destroyed jeans and vests with a sleek gold chain bracelet. However you do it, make sure it's chunky and make sure it's funky.

Celebrity Style: Debra Messing

FabSugar — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 03:00:22 PDT

Debra stepped out like Wonder Woman at Saks's 10th Annual Key to the Cure charity kick-off party. Literally. She is wearing a Diane von Furstenberg dress from Furstenberg's new WW clothing collection. Debra can pull off a lot of things, and she's not afraid of color, so she looks brilliant in this printed maxi. And she didn't stop there. A purple patent clutch and gold chain bracelet furthered the fun.

Check out our new site CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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CC Skye Braided Chain Leather Necklace: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:00:22 PDT

It was love at first sight when I found this CC Skye Braided Chain Leather Necklace ($200). I'm digging the Medusa-like braid and the color combo creates a wonderful contrast. It may look a little bulky at first, but imagine it with a flowy, peach dress and black Givenchy lace-ups. Think ballerina meets rocker babe.

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! 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.

Chunky Chain Bracelets

FabSugar — Thu, 05 Oct 2006 16:01:24 PDT

I already told you about all of the great chunky gold jewelry you should be wearing this fall. But lately, I've been noticing a lot of cute chain bracelets that are even chunkier and more playful than the gold jewelry we've seen earlier this season. Here are some of my favorite finds.

Lee Angel for Scoop Multi Chain Bracelet, $125, available here.

Lulu Frost Chandelier Bracelet, $360.00, available here.

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CC Skye Double Wrap Bracelet, $300, available here.

Juicy Couture Royal Romance Bracelet, $95, available here.

iWant: A Pac-Man Delicacy

Kelly Schwarze — Wed, 23 May 2012 17:00:04 PDT

We'll unapologetically wear our old-school gaming pride on our sleeves, but when the occasion calls for something a little more refined, costume baubles just don't fit the bill. To the rescue - as he always was during Summer days at the arcade - is the charming Pac-Man, who this time adds an adorable edge to a delicate, gold-filled chain ($32).

Poised to gobble up a villainous ghost, the one-inch vermeil Pac-Man charm sits center stage on the 16-inch cable chain from Etsy seller Lisa Loren. It has all the class of fine jewelry with high scores in personality.

Met Gala: Anja Rubik

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 07 May 2012 22:10:26 PDT

Anja Rubik definitely made a hot impression at the Met Gala tonight - the model stunned in a supersexy white Anthony Vaccarello gown, and got a proverbial "leg up" on Angelina Jolie's Oscars look with her sultry red carpet poses while walking with the designer. Anja didn't wear much jewelry, save for chandelier earrings and a slinky pair of black chain-strap pumps. Though the look is definitely heavy on sex appeal, Anja isn't the first star to gravitate toward Vaccarello's cutout designs - Karlie Kloss and Gwyneth Paltrow are also fans of his. So, what do you think of Anja's look; was it too much, or just enough?

Danny Seo Shares His House Styling Secrets!

Guest Writer — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:03:22 PDT

I'm excited to present a post from guest writer, eco lifestyle expert, and all-around awesome guy Danny Seo.

As a former magazine editor, I produced and styled dozens of decorating and entertaining stories for a number of publications including Country Home, Better Homes & Gardens, Elle, Everyday With Rachael Ray, and InStyle. Every shoot was different than the next one in terms of style and goal, but I still stuck to my bargain basement styling secrets to pull them off. For the first time ever, I'm sharing my Top 5 tips to get that magazine look for way less right here at CasaSugar.

Goodwill, Salvation Army and Thrift Shops! Tarnished silver-plated ornate trays, milky glass bottles and vases, and vintage style plates to adorn an entire wall can be very pricey if you shop at antique stores to source them. Thrift stores - especially those in small towns across America - can be a treasure trove of unusual home decor items at a fraction of the cost. One celebrity client whose home I styled for a magazine shoot was insistent nothing from Goodwill could enter her home, so I simply wrapped my thrift store finds in tissue paper and tossed it into an Anthropologie shopping bag. She loved it. Can you believe that half the items on the dining table came from Goodwill?

Brown Thumb? Rent Plants. One way to make a patio or garden look lush and gorgeous is to rent mature palm trees and flowering bushes. If you're planning to have an outdoor party but don't want the cost of expensive plants, ask your local nursery if they'll rent them to you. At about 10 -20 percent of cost, they'll deliver the plants, set them up, and take them away after the party (or in my case, the photo shoot).

Keep reading for the rest of Danny's tips for styling your house so it looks like it's in the pages of a magazine!

Personalized Gemstone Necklaces Just For Mod Mamas

Kate Stahl — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 08:12:18 PDT

What better way to commemorate your new addition than a piece of jewelry? But not every mama wants an over-the-top diamond-encrusted push present (OK, not every mama can afford those diamonds) or a supertraditional photo-filled locket. The meaningful necklaces shown above let you display your love for your new babe every day in a subtle, stylish way.

From top, left:

Dogeared Create Necklace ($68 and up; shown horizontally): Add birthstone charms along with letters, numbers, zodiac signs, and more to create a totally custom, personal piece of jewelry.
Erin Gallagher's Gem Bar Mary-Catherine Necklace ($30 and up): Chicago-based designer Erin Gallagher lets you totally customize this necklace, adding birthstones, initials, or zodiac signs to represent the ones you love.
POSH Mommy Birthstone Necklace ($240): Favored by celebs like Brooke Burke and Milla Jovovich, POSH Mommy's creations come in various metals and designs. This gold vermeil necklace comes with two horizontal names, each with a birthstone.
Anna Bee Two-Square Initial Tag Necklace ($105): Two gold-filled square tags with two hand-stamped initials hang on a gold or silver chain, available in three lengths.
Luna & Stella Moon & Stars Birthstone Charm Necklace ($230 as shown): Create your own necklace in matte or polished silver or gold by adding charms with your lil one's birthstone.

Check Out DKNY's New Jewelry Collab With Bauble Bar

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:02:20 PST

Today, DKNY and Bauble Bar launched their jewelry collaboration available right now at BaubleBar.com, showcasing a nice mix of chunky chain jewelry and floral motifs. Taking a cue from DKNY's Spring 2012 runway collection, the jewelry line, priced from $40 to $320, culls inspiration from Jackson Pollock via stripe detailing and poppy flower shapes. Read below for our top pieces, then peruse the lookbook styled by DKNY PR girl herself Aliza Licht.

We'd pair these black and white floral earrings with navy stripes for a sweet nautical look.
We love the yellow pop on this chunky chain necklace.
If you're looking to add a tough touch to your Spring look, accessorize with one of these chunky chain bracelets.