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Color Play: Summer Coral

Hannah Weil — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:47:57 PDT

In the way of Summer style, think of the little coral dress as a wardrobe kick-starter, the same way a coral hued lip can rev up your beauty routine. Opt for the coral hues that are fiercely color injected and bright, the kinds that exude seasonal elegance and elicit compliments, like the ones Ajak Deng, Ashley Greene, and Doutzen Kroes showed off. They're attention grabbing in the best way possible, especially when you accessorize with gold, blue, and turquoise jewels that can stand up to the bold hue, then play up the glamour. We did the shopping for you, so just click the items in our shopping widget to get the look.

From left: Ajak Deng, Ashley Greene, and Doutzen Kroes.

Trend Alert: Coral Pop

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:00:22 PDT

California sunshine girl Whitney Port knows it's August and has whipped out her coral pop. Her printed top appears to have baby coral polka dots to further the cuteness. But it's her laser-cut sandals that really promote the pop. Grab that stunning piece of flair: jewelry, shoes, a clutch, or a scarf - it's prime coral time. Style it up before your tan is going, going gone . . .

Look of the Day: Romantic Ruin

FabSugar — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 05:00:22 PDT

A dramatic backdrop warrants a dramatic look. In this case though, KATNANI went dramatic in the most romantic ruin way. Her coral skirt pulls in color, while an easy white tank and brown accessories warm things up. Round shades accentuate this wanderlust queen.

Congrats to KATNANI!

Everyone else, submit your looks, and I might feature you on FabSugar!

How to Pull Off Coral Lipstick For Daytime

BellaSugar — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 06:00:21 PDT

Tina Fey made wearing coral lipstick look easy at the Berlin premiere of Date Night. Coral can look gorgeous and dramatic at night, but it's also a great color for daytime wear. And it's not hard to pull off, either, as long as you keep a few things in mind. To get my tips for your perfect daywear coral, just keep reading.

BellaTV: How to Wear Coral Lips

BellaSugar — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:00:17 PDT

Seen on the Vivienne Tam and Nanette Lepore runways, the season's freshest lip look is a fresh coral hue. Celebrity makeup artist Kendra Richards shows us how to get the look. Whether you go bold and bright or soft and sweet, this color can easily take you from day to night.

Look of the Day: Coral Cutie

FabSugar — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:50:54 PDT

Please join me in welcoming yleng to the look book! For her debut, the coral cutie wore a vibrant boyfriend blazer paired with dark leggings and a striped top. A beige bag and cool oxfords complete her Spring-ready 'fit.

Here's what she has on:

Blazer: Paul Smith
Tank Top: Unknown
Shoes: Topshop
Leggings: Dorothy Perkins
Bag: Paul Smith
Bracelet: Unknown

Congrats to yleng!

Everyone else, submit your looks, and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Ease Into Spring With a Soft Melon Polish

BellaSugar — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 04:00:00 PDT

As warmer weather is upon us, coral everything seems to make a big bold return, from blush to lipstick to nail polish options. While I love coral nail polish, as it's the perfect blend of both pink and orange, sometimes I'm not feeling the brightness of it all, and that's where I look to a more subtle melon-toned shade instead. This version has still got lots of the lovely mix of the pinks and the oranges, but with a little less intensity. To get the look, keep an eye out for softer shades of apricot, mango, salmon, or tangerine, which all go rather nicely with most skin tones. Play around with the finish to get different effects:

For the office - Try Essie's Tart Deco ($8), a light coral crème, or Color Club's Coral Cascade ($5), a peachy crème.
For a night out: Try Zoya's Cassi ($7), a soft, shimmery peach or Calypso ($7), a warm tangerine with plenty of glittery metallic sparkle.
For a laid-back weekend: Try OPI's Melon of Troy ($7), a frosted apricot, or Zoya's Willow ($7), a slightly shimmery mango tone.

Roundup: Coral Me Happy

CasaSugar — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:00:00 PDT

Ahhh . . . Spring has barely sprung and my mind is already drifting off to the beaches. Maybe it's the influx of ruffles that's giving me sea legs, but I've been seeing a fair bit of coral in many home interior stores, shelter mags, and even flea markets. Substantial pieces fit for mantles are complemented with bits of the clown fish nooks that are more suited for accents on a bookcase. One thing is for shore (har har), whether they are blue tinted bowls, tall white candlesticks, or red embellished pillowcases, coral is ready to soak up the spotlight this sunny season. Do you have any decorative pieces of coral in your home?

If Money Weren't an Issue . . .

CasaSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:00:15 PDT

. . . would you put this set of four 1940s Faux Coral Branches ($8,750) in your home? Coral was very trendy about two years ago, but it still has a hold on some of you. So, I can see swooping these up. On the other hand, it's kind of a high price tag to spend on faux coral (they're made of wood). What do you say?

Fab Finger Discount: Mara Hoffman Racer Back Top

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:00:22 PDT

I love surprises. From the front, this Mara Hoffman Racer Back Top ($85, originally $121) looks basic, but the back tells a whole other story. The draped slit detail is sassy while the front is laid-back cool. Pull a Carrie Bradshaw by wearing a fun-colored bra and letting it play peek-a-boo in the back. It also comes in black, white, and lime green, so choose the one that pleases your taste.