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10 Stunning Looks From Paris Fashion Week

Miriam Lacey — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 13:00:05 PDT

Paris Fashion Week just closed its last show, and if the makeup and hair I've seen on display in the last few days are any indication, we're gearing up for an absolutely gorgeous 2011. The catwalks were lavish with jewel box tones, soft, glossy hair, and patent shine. There's no need to wait six months to jump on these looks, so go on - step into Paris in the springtime.

2010 Spring Paris Fashion Week Fab Roundup!

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:00:22 PDT

Paris Fashion Week is the creme de la creme of all fashion events. New York had its highlights; London wowed me with its revived schedule; and Milan is always beautiful, but Paris? Undeniably thrilling. Here's a roundup of my favorite looks, ranging from the spooky, kooky looks of Gareth Pugh to breathtaking frocks from Yves Saint Laurent. Peep McQueen's ethereal alien-like ensemble here. Keep on to see magical delights from Hermes, Valentino, Vivienne Westwood, Lanvin, and more.

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2008 Fashion Rocks: Beyonce

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:01:43 PDT

Beyonce decided to rock her fashion sense at Radio City Music Hall in a short, sleeveless Costume National LDB with silk insets. Silver and gold shoes are the focal point along with Egyptian-inspired eyes. What's also interesting is how she opted to wear two matching bracelets on each wrist. What do you think?

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Costume National Solar Bag: Love It or Leave It?

GeekSugar — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:45:45 PDT

Solar bags are usually bringing the ugly in a big way, but I'm not totally sure I hate this Solar Bag by Costume National. And though most solar bags are still pretty pricey, this one takes the cake: $1,905!

I might just buy a fancy bag and slap a solar panel on it for that price. I mean, I want to be able to charge my gadgets inside my bag and save the environment while doing it, but I just can't shell out almost two grand for a solar bag. And though I'm not sure I hate how it looks, I am definitely not sure that I like how it looks either.

What do you think?

Fab Ad: C'N'C Costume National Fall 2008

FabSugar — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:00:22 PDT

Like the latest Calvin Klein Jeans ads, C'N'C Costume National's Fall 2008 campaign features non-celebrities. Only, you probably won't recognize these models because they were recruited from MySpace. Designer Ennio Capasa picked 12 models for their individuality and diversity.

"Social networking is one of the most interesting phenomena today on the Internet," Capasa said. "It represents the great change and dynamism of a society that is increasingly a compulsive consumer of communication and contacts. What do you think? Are these ads appealing?

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Double Take: Costume National Hearts Rodarte

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:00:22 PDT

Just as I said that it's normal for fashion designers to draw inspiration from one another, one more case popped up to further prove my point. This time, Costume National looked to Rodarte's Fall '08 collection to create one of the pieces in its 2009 Resort line. The fashion world, moi-self included, were awestruck by Rodarte's innovative, beautifully crafted Fall gowns (left). I remember how airy yet strong they looked as they floated past me on the runway. Costume National's version is strikingly similar not only because of its lightness, but because of the abstract multicolor design and the one shoulder. I'm happy to see Rodarte's creativity being multiplied; it's too genius to only be enjoyed by the fashion elite.
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11 Things You Need to Throw Away

Emily Co — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:05:07 PST

The first step to taking care of yourself and de-stressing is to make sure that your environment is in order. Seeing your house full of clutter can affect your mood negatively and make your personal space seem like a place you want to escape from, rather than something to look forward to coming home to. Organize a "throwing out" day every month to make sure that you don't have clutter building up. Here are some things you should consider purging from your home:

Old magazines. Get rid of old magazines you have lying around because chances are, you aren't going to read them again. Find places where you can donate your magazines to such as child care centers, doctor's offices, nail salons, nursing homes, and libraries. If there's an article that really speaks to you, scan a digital image of it and keep it in your computer. Or keep a folder of magazine clippings if you like saving magazine articles.
Receipts, bills, and documents. Throw away receipts for items that you aren't planning on returning, and ones that you won't need to use come tax time. If you're wary of throwing away receipts, you can make a digital copy of them with a basic scanner, a pricey specialized receipt scanner ($174), or a smartphone app ($2). See here for a full list of documents you should keep forever or temporarily.
Clothes. Use the two-year-rule for clothes - get rid of apparel that you haven't worn in two years. Sell them to a thrift store (find a thrift store at thethriftshopper.com) or donate them to the needy.
Books. Go through your bookshelf and gather together books you haven't touched in months and ones that you aren't planning on rereading. Be realistic and make sure you're ruthless. If you haven't touched it in a year, you're most likely not going to read it again. Sell the books on Amazon, Craigslist, or eBay. You can even trade them for something else on swap.com. You can always donate them as well!
Medicine and vitamins. Take a look at your medicine closet and clear out drugs that have expired, medicine that has sat on your shelf for too long, or ones that you no longer use. First, check to see what the proper disposal methods are for the medication, and if you can't find any, check to see if your community has a drug take-back program. If there isn't a program near you, then the FDA advises mixing medicine with "used coffee grounds or kitty litter" in a container or sealable bag before throwing it away to make the drugs less appealing.

For more things to throw away, read on.

What Do You Know About Tricks and Treats?

Lizzie Fuhr — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:39:48 PDT

For me, trick-or-treating is basically synonymous with Halloween night. It's the one night kids all over the nation run around their neighborhoods dressed up in crazy costumes and are actually encouraged to take candy from strangers! We've tested you on classic Halloween candies, but how much do you know about the trick-or-treating tradition and the Halloween candy craze? Take this quiz to test yourself!

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Trending on Très - A Grown Woman's Guide to Dressing as a Princess For Halloween

Tara Sharp — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT

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How Will You Get Your Child's Costume this Year?

LilSugar — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:32:00 PDT

Decisions, decisions, decisions! With just a few weeks to go until lil ghouls and goblins take to the streets, costume decisions need to be finalized. Some moms have been planning for this day for months, with exquisitely designed costumes thought out to the last detail, while others will go the old "let's get creative with an old sheet and a pair of (safety) scissors" route the day before Halloween. The Green Halloween movement is gaining momentum, and this Saturday, Oct. 8, lots of tots in almost every state will participate in National Costume Swap Day, giving parents another option for acquiring a costume.