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Online Sale Alert! Discounts at Designer Laundry

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:00:22 -0800

Rick Owens, Catherine Malandrino, Helmut Lang, Calvin Klein - these are just some of the designers whose goods are on sale at Designer Laundry. You'll mostly find jackets and dresses, with some bags and shoes sprinkled in.

What do you think about this Catherine Malandrino Lunar Print Dress, size 4 ($154, originally $280)? I think it would be a marvelous New Year's dress. If you agree, make it yours.

Fab Site: DesignerLaundry.com

FabSugar — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 03:00:22 -0800

Online boutique DesignerLaundry.com is like a having a 24/7 sample sale at your fingertips. You never know what will be available, and in what size, but it is guaranteed to be from cool designers like Catherine Malandrino, Calvin Klein, and even Marni. The majority of their merchandise is made up of new and sample items supplied by designers and the rest is donated by socialites and celebrities. Everything is discounted, and a portion of the proceeds go to charity. Definitely worth checking out!

Celebrity Style: Eva Pigford

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 13:10:22 -0700

"America's Next Top Model" Season 3 winner, Eva Pigford, looked absolutely iridescent at this year's BET Awards. Not only did her multicolored dress match the bright red carpet, it also went perfectly with her caramel skin tone. I love how she minimized her accessories and let the dress take center stage.

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Absolutely Fabulous

FabSugar — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 10:32:22 -0700

I met and hung out with Oscar de la Renta in Lake Tahoe, fabulous!

See Daria and Co. in this month's Vogue Paris, sizzling!

Step right up and enter our Lindsay Lohan legging-design contest.

Pants are becoming a more important fashion item, how well do you know them?

We're super impressed by Elizabeth and James' sophmore shoe collection.

Do you approve of my August most wanted?

We picked out 15 hot items from our favorite retailers Shopbop and J.Crew.

Who was most Fab at the TCAs this week? My vote goes to Jessica Stroup in fancy shorts!

Fab cameo! Hear me talk about Vanity Fari's international best-dressed list.

Kinda random, but totally important - test your laundry smarts.

Are you a Topshop Horror Girl?

Check out the celebrity denim at Gap's 1969 launch party in LA.

Fashion newbee Alexis Bledel gives us a good dose of '80s excess.

On Our Radar: Banana Republic Goes Green

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:00:22 -0800

We're all for sustainability at Fab, so when we heard Banana's going green with its new Heritage collection, we had to let you in on the details. "Sustainability is the new luxury," said executive vice president of design Simon Kneen, who describes the collection, seen left, as "signature sportswear for the really modern attitude."

The Heritage collection, ranging from $39 to $150, is made out of organic cotton, soy silk, and bamboo. The gorgeous, eco-friendly line debuts this Summer. On another note, the company has also started using more recycled materials and changing treatment processes so its laundry facilities can comply with the Business for Social Responsibility's clean water guidelines. Awesome - go Banana!

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Models of the Week: Kelly and Sabrina Aldridge

FabSugar — Wed, 09 May 2007 08:30:22 -0700

If you ever watched MTV's reality series, 8th & Ocean, then you will definitely recognize the faces of twin sisters and Models of the Week, Sabrina and Kelly. On the show, and in real life, the blonde beauties have a competitive nature between them that drives them to do their best. At only 22, the sisters from Tampa, Florida, have appeared in national fashion campaigns for Laundry by Shelli Segal, endorsement deals with Acuvue contacts and Differin skin care, and are currently under the management of Irene Marie Modeling Agency. The duo was also recently voted one of Maxim Magazine's 10 hottest reality stars. Here, the models spill about their personal style, favorite designers, travel plans and more.

To see BellaSugar's interview with the twins go here!

To see some hot shots and read their interview, read more

FAB: What is the most memorable show you walked in/photoshoot you were in?
KE: Armani, because it was my first show and you don’t forget your first show. It went so well and I opened it!
SE: My most memorable show was definitely my first show, Dolce and Gabbana. They put me in a strapless swimsuit that didn't fit whatsoever, so of course it fell down – twice! I was so scared because it was my first outfit. The audience saw all of me, and it was mortifying! Pharrell Williams and Ludacris were also in the audience which added to the embarrassment. Luckily I can laugh about it now, but what an experience.

FAB: If your house was burning down and you could only save one clothing item, what would it be and why?
KA: I would grab my favorite pair of jeans, J Brand jeans, because as long as I had something comfortable I would be able to get through it.
SA: I would have to save my favorite jeans, 7 For all Mankind. They fit me incredibly well. I live in my jeans and t-shirts.

FAB: What is one destination you still need a stamp for on your passport?
KA: Egypt, because I am fascinated by the pyramids and I'd love to see how modern day Egyptians live being in such an ancient city. I'd also love to go to Bethlehem, Israel, for religious background.
SA: Thailand because it's much more exotic than say Paris or London. I have big plans to see the places most people don't plan on seeing in their lifetimes, like Belize, Costa Rica, Singapore, New Zealand, Untied Arab Emirates (Dubai), Egypt, Lebanon, Sweden, Switzerland, and definitely China. Europe is amazing, but I'm fascinated by Asia in general. I also love Thai food! I want to see how other nations live; their culture, their rituals, their foods, their religions, their clothing, and just their day to day life.

FAB: Who are your favorite designers?
KA: Laundry by Shelli Segal, Gucci and Michael Kors.
SA: Laundry by Shelli Segal, James Perse and Marc Jacobs.

FAB: What are three words that describe your personal style?
KA: Comfortable, classy and chic.
SA: Comfortable, classy and conservative.

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Fab Face: Esther Cañadas

FabSugar — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:00:22 -0700

When you have a face like Spanish supermodel Ester Cañadas, there's no path you should pursue except for modeling. But Esther did almost take another path, she wanted to be a criminologist until her mom convinced her to try modeling. She didn't have to do much pursuing, as it only took her two days to book work for 20 designers!

Esther is not a new model by any means. In fact, she has been in the industry since 1996. I remember being mesmerized by her cheekbones and piercing blue eyes when I first saw her in a Donna Karan ad in 1997. Her co-star in the ads, model Mark Vanderloo, felt the same because he married Esther in 1999 (they divorced in 2000).

But back to Esther's modeling career. She has walked down the runways of a laundry list that includes Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel, Calvin Klein, Alexander McQueen, Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Moschino, and Givenchy (cue exhale). Though we don't see her stunning face as frequently any more, it's a face that once you see, you never forget.

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Fab Read: Harper's Bazaar Great Style, Best Ways to Update Your Look

FabSugar — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:00:22 -0800

To mark their 140th anniversary, Harper's Bazaar has put together a book that will help you perfect your wardrobe and sense of style. Harper's Bazaar Great Style: Best Ways to Update Your Look by Jenny Levin ($18) will be your fashion companion for a long time, especially if you love getting advice and seeing photos of well-dressed celebrities. Among the laundry list of treats: event-appropriate wardrobe tips, accessory must-haves, the 10 commandments of dressing, advice from famous designers, closet essentials, investment pieces, and looking fabulous at any age.

Party Accessories: Festive Shoes

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 15:18:04 -0800

Welcome to the second installment of our Party Accessories series which is dedicated to making sure you have just the right thing to wear to your various holiday cocktail parties coming up in the next few weeks. Earlier today we covered Festive Stockings and now we will cover Party Shoes. There is nothing like the perfect pair of festive party shoes to complete any holiday look. (To see our series on Party Dresses to go with these shoes, click here.)

Here are a few of my picks in both designer and non-designer price ranges:

The Designer Picks:

Miu Miu Grosgrain T-Strap, $530, Available here.

Kate Spade Lover Sandals, $298.95, Available here.

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Brian Atwood Velvet d'Orsay Pumps, $690, Available here.

Jimmy Choo Satin Slingback Sandals, $630, Available here.

The Non-Designer Picks:

Laundry by Shelli Segal Tarraine, $173.95, Available here.

Nina Giana-LS Rhinstone Pumps, $113.95, Available here.

Naturalizer Prissy Strappy Pumps, $63.95, Available here.

Lumiani Zelinda Strappy Pumps, $99.95, Available here.

Two Lips Gabriela Sequin Pumps, $54.95, Available here.

Betsey Johnson Kari, $153.95, Available here.

Trend Alert: Vests

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 05:57:27 -0700

When I first heard that vests were coming back in style, I had frightening visions of the baggy vests that (literally) everyone and her mother wore back in the early 1990s. But don't be scared: The hot vests for Fall 2006 aren't anything like those. This season's shrunken and cropped styles look smart and polished, particularly when layered over baby-doll dresses and billowy blouses. Here's a look at some of my favorite tailored vests at designer and non-designer prices.

3.1 Phillip Lim Wool Tweed Waistcoat, $305, available here.

Rebecca Taylor Vest in Smokey Quartz, $151, available here.

Laundry by Shelli Segal Plaid Vest, $195, available here.

Nanette Lepore Estate Foulard Faille Secret Garden Vest, $170, available here.

To see the non-designer versions, read more

T Tahari Stretch-Velvet Vest, $98, available here.

To the Max Black Vest With Welted Pockets, $68, available here.

Ann Taylor Loft Fashion Tattersall Vest, $59, available here.

Apt. 9 Plaid Corset Vest, $19.99, available here.