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2010 Spring Milan Fashion Week: Dolce & Gabbana

FabSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:30:22 -0700

It was all about passion and romance at Dolce & Gabbana's Spring showing at Milan Fashion Week. Showing utmost creative capability, the designers made a heavenly mix of sexy menswear-inspired suits, lace dresses, floral-printed separates, blouson shorts, and tiered frocks. "[The collection] is sexy, but not too sexy. . . . We're talking about sensuality," said Domenico Dolce. And that they did via bold, leopard prints, scintillating corsets, and a slick play on see-through dressing via black netting and mesh.

There was no limit to their imagination - the duo drew influences spanning from Madonna to Sicily - and created something for everyone. Classic, sophisticated gals will undoubtedly immerse themselves in Dolce & Gabbana's vintage white-lace dresses; hip darlings can revel in their floral and animal printed pieces; and sporty minimalists can celebrate in their selection of tailored suits. The emerging odd trend of the season - pantless one-pieces - were prominent and some of my favorite for Spring thus far. Bravi Domenico and Stefano!

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Dolce and Gabbana Slashes Prices (!)

FabSugar — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:00:22 -0700

Dolce and Gabbana customers, get ready for something major: 10 to 20 percent lower retail prices for both the main and D&G lines. The Italian designing duo has slashed its prices because of the current economic state. "In this moment of uncertainty, people spend more willingly on travel or spas rather than on a new dress. We want to work for the final consumer," Gabbana said.

But fret not, the quality of the clothes won't be sacrificed. Instead of hundreds of fabrics, the designers are now using dozens. Plus, constructions will be simpler, and alternative stitching techniques will be used. According to Dolce, "This is the only way to save the market and our companies. It’s time to turn the page." Agreed.
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Fab Flash: Bundchen by Dolce & Gabbana

FabSugar — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:30:22 -0800

It looks like Kate Moss may have opened the floodgates for supermodels designing clothes: Gisele is set to design a range of clothing with Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.

Although she has been prodded by various offers to design in the past, Gisele stuck to modeling and endorsing until Dolce & Gabbana gave her an offer she couldn't refuse. The line, Bundchen by Dolce & Gabbana, is set to unveil next Spring. I wonder if it will include any bikinis . . .

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Trend Alert: Cozy Sweater Coats

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

Living in SF, I'm about all about layering. That's where cozy sweater coats come in handy. The recent influx of Aztec, Nordic, and Navajo prints have me in a fashion tizzy - I think I need one of each. Solid neutral and jewel toned hues are also available for those who prefer more polish. Here's a Fab tip: wrap it up with a belt for a chic, cinched look. Wouldn't this Silence & Noise Intarsia Cardigan ($68) be a great gift for a dear BFF? Time to bundle up!

Celeb Style: Scarlett Johansson

FabSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Dolce and Gabbana's makeup muse did some promoting at Selfridges department store in London earlier today. She usually plays up her sex-kitten persona, but here she opted for a ladylike look by Dolce and Gabbana. The pretty floral blouse is tempered by a long and lean pencil skirt and finished with a pair of nude peep-toe pumps. But it wouldn't be Scarlett without some sexy - her red lips help achieve just that.

Dolce & Gabbana Summer Flowers Silk Top - $688.50	Tulip pencil skirt - $59.00
Style&co. Shoes, Celine Suede Peep Toe Pumps - $59.00	Crislu "royal crown" cz ring - $75.00
Rose Studs - $25.00	Christopher Kon 218 Clutch - $150.00

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Fab Ad: Dolce and Gabbana Women's Fall '09

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:00:22 -0700

So we weren't impressed with Dolce and Gabbana's sporty Fall men's campaign. Moving on. Let's join the sultry Mariacarla Boscono, Heidi Mount, and Edita Vilkeviciute, in Vegas! Also shot by Steven Klein, the blue-hued ads depict the lionesses lounging across poker tables in the house's dramatic shoulderific Fall offerings. This image is my favorite, with the shaggy purple abominable coats. There's also Mariacarla in a white one - dig the surreal headgear. Vegas's bling and gaud rarely serve as backdrop for ads, what do you think of Dolce and Gabbana's high-fashion gamble?

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Milan Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Dolce & Gabbana

FabSugar — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 11:30:33 -0700

A common theme that I'm finding with Milan Fashion Week is that designers, like Roberto Cavalli, are expanding their horizons and delving into new territories. Such is the case for Dolce & Gabbana's Spring collection.

Dolce ads are vulgar and highly sexual, so it was surprising to see that their latest collection is filled with modest, almost matronly pieces. There are a bevy of full skirts, button down blouses, boat neck dress (a la Audrey Hepburn), tulip dresses, and lots of drama-filled, Zac Posen-esque gowns with voluminous trains and lots of ruching. The hues were also subtle, for Dolce, - black, white, green, mustard yellow, purple - with bouts of fuchsia and red.

What stood out is the upholstery-like patterns found on some of the dresses. They're vintage-inspired, regal and textured. Rather un-Dolce & Gabbana but very much appreciated.

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On Our Radar: Dolce Vita Does Dresses

FabSugar — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:00:22 -0800

Dolce Vita's six-year-old shoe line has garnered devotees like Lindsay Lohan and Jessica Simpson. Now, they're looking to dress the girls head-to-toe: Dolce Vita is adding dresses to their repertoire.

From simple sheaths to ruffled and pleated, frocks like this Dolce Vita Multi Stripe Dress ($240) are available at ShopDolceVita.com and Urban Outfitters. Prices run $98-$265.

Fab Ad: Dolce & Gabbana Mens Fall '09

FabSugar — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Dolce & Gabbana are keeping things sporty for the boys for Fall - its premiere ad was shot inside Mohammad Ali's old stomping grounds at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn. The campaign, shot by Steven Klein, features Eva Herzigova looking sexy in a corset dress and blazer standing alongside Madonna's boy toy, Jesus Luz, plus David Gandy, Noah Mills, Adam Senn, and Julienne Quevenne all wearing D&G's slick offerings. There's a lot to take in; between the boxing ring in the backdrop and models stretching in fancy menswear (peep left), I can't seem to focus on the clothes. Maybe I should take Eva's distressed yet beautiful cue and just surrender to the overwhelming elements. Tell me: is this ad amazing or a mess?

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Trend Alert: Goodie Nude Shoes

FabSugar — Wed, 20 May 2009 06:50:22 -0700

Nude shoes look great with anything, really. They elongate the leg and are the sexiest neutral around. Or, you can opt to go head-to-toe nude like Penelope Cruz, goodie nude shoes. Her banded Dolce & Gabbana is near nude perfection; her satin Very Prive Louboutins are insanely Fab. I have some classic nude patent Brian Atwood pumps that I always grab in a crunch. It's a worthy investment, but I recommend shopping for your nudes in the flesh to ensure a perfect skin match.

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Petite Sweater Coat with Waist Tie - $98.00	Dolce Vita - $297.00
Women's Belted Shawl Cardi Coats - $12.50	Missoni Herringbone Sweater Coat - $1,295.00
Vince Belted Trim Wrap - $358.00	Women's Belted Reverse-Pattern Sweater Coats - $39.50
Black Draped Wrap Sweater - $110.00	Splendid - $117.00
FULL TILT Striped Womens Sweater Wrap - $22.99	DKNY Jeans Fair Isle Sweater Coat - $89.00
Arras Sweater Coat - $188.00	Silence & Noise Intarsia Cardigan - $68.00

Christian Louboutin Satin Very Prive - Nude - $795.00	Miu Miu Patent slingback sandals - $510.00
Jessica Simpson Women's Stelana Platform T-Strap - $88.95	Sam Edelman - Ginnie Nude Patent - $89.00
Manolo Blahnik Dale - Nude - $745.00	Pour La Victoire Women's Abigail Peep Toe Bootie - $389.95
Patent Slingback Wedges - $22.99	Sergio Rossi - Ecos-AT6489 (Nude/Suede) - $684.00
Loeffler Randall Ruffle Wood Platform - $595.00	Peep-toe pump - $75.00
Lamb Multi Strap Heel - $345.00	Katia Lombardo Nude Patent Peeptoe Platform - $363.00