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Dress Me Up: Sock It to Me

FabSugar — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:00:22 -0700

I have plenty of Summer pieces that can work in the Fall, but I'm thinking some stylish socks will help take them from warm weather to cold. So I did some sock hunting and found plenty of cute pairs - striped, solid, short, long. I think these J.Crew Trouser Socks ($10, left) and Urban Outfitters Crochet Socks ($5, originally $8) will fit most seamlessly into my wardrobe. Which one's for you?

Dress Me Up: Totally Tar-jay

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:00:08 -0800

Every time I go to Target, I leave with at least one bag. For example, when I went last week, I walked out with the navy version of this Mossimo Long Wool Olive Jacket ($49, originally $70). I couldn't resist - it screamed chic Russian military-wear.

In honor of one of my favorite bargain shopping destinations, I created an outfit entirely out of Target goods. The grand total minus tax? $209.68. Not bad for 10 pieces. See? That's why I keep running back to Tar-jay.

Dress Me Up: I Give (Fashionable) Thanks

FabSugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:00:08 -0800

I look for any occasion to dress up. With Thanksgiving on the horizon, I'm excited to put together a chic, pilgrim-inspired outfit. I thought I'd help you do the same. Just because you're celebrating in a home doesn't mean you can't rock your most stylish pieces. Au contraire. Take inspiration from this Jessica Stam editorial dubbed "Out of the Woods" - deck yourself out in a Fall ensemble that will show your Thanksgiving pride and make you feel beautiful. What about the outfit below?

To see the look I created for Turkey Day, read more.

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Dress Me Up: Full of Fall

FabSugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:00:08 -0800

Donna Karan's Fall collection is the epitome of Autumn. Warm browns, vivid rust, olive green, terra cotta, mustard, and burgundy were the plush colors the designer used to spice up her line. Now is the perfect time to draw inspiration from it and fill our closets with similar pieces. You can even get inspired from the changing colors of the leaves outside. Stick to one or two colors at most. I've found that gray tights are the perfect accent to any autumnal color. If you're still frazzled, study the Fall collections, see my suggestions below, and be full of Fall.

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Dress Me Up: Modern Pinup

FabSugar — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 13:30:22 -0700

Perry is the perfect example of a modern pinup girl. Most of you weren't feeling her VMA's look so let's give the songstress a chance to redeem herself. Here she is looking sexy and sweet in a retro-inspired ensemble. From the fitted striped top to her polka dot skirt, this outfit screams vintage babe.

Looking like a modern pinup doesn't come with strict guidelines. Just remember to keep the top of your ensemble structured and the bottom flared - to create the perfect womanly silhouette. Pair with some cute heels, red lipstick, and a confident, flirty attitude. Remember, it's all about the details.

MARC BY MARC JACOBS Superfine Piqué Shirt - $168.00	Mesh Cotton Skirt - $17.80
Stuart Weitzman Peep-Toe Platform Pump - $355.00	SPANX® Antique Lace Tights - $28.00
10k Gold Antiqued Cross Ring - $350.00	NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick, Red Lizard - $24.00
14k Gold Square Onyx Earrings - $1,680.00	Flapper Feather Hair Clip - $4.80

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Dress Me Up: Pink (and Black) Lady

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 13:00:08 -0700

Just because Spring '09 is a ways away that doesn't mean we can't start drawing inspiration from it now. Au contraire. To be ahead of the game, we have to start dressing the part, pronto.

Alexander Wang's Spring collection delivered his signature dark color palette, only this time he injected a dash of bright pink. What a genius partnership if you ask me. Here, model Lily Donaldson is seen in Wang's black sequined tank, black shorts, a bright pink blazer, and cool platforms. If it's too cold out to bare your legs, don a pair of sheer black tights and be proud to be Wangified.

Racerback Sequin Top - $19.80	City Style Fitted Blazer - $59.95
Jenna 5 Pocket Knit Shorts - $49.00	Blatant Black Suede - $149.95
Giles & Brother - $64.00

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Dress Me Up: The Sexy Librarian

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:00:22 -0700

I can never tire of the sexy librarian look. Is it the soft long cardigans? Or maybe it's the notion that you don't have to show a lot of skin to look sexy. Whatever it is, this look paired with some high heels, a la Burberry Prorsum's Resort collection, seems to do the trick. Note how soft fabrics and high heels keep you from looking frumpy, and yes, socks are optional!

Graham & Spencer Silk Habotai Dress - $307.00	Michael Stars Women's Long Sleeve Long Cardigan - $69.00
Textured trouser socks - $7.50	Moschino Cheap & Chic Bow Detail Sandal - $558.00
Skinny Enamel Plaque Belt - $58.00	Fendi red down nylon Moncler 'Spy' bag - $1,660.00
Tiffany Beads necklace - $350.00	Elsa Peretti® Bangle - $395.00
Faceted Red Stretch Bracelet - $42.00

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Dress Me Up: The Well-Tailored Party Girl

FabSugar — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:00:22 -0700

The Resort collections opened up a new world of doors for wide-legged pants. They've taken a backseat to the popular skinny leg for the past couple seasons, but the bell-bottomed '70s are back with a vengeance. As exemplified by Angela Missoni's Resort collection (left), mixing crisp, flared trousers with a funky top will lend you instant party chic. Groovy, baby.

The Marisa Fit wide leg pant in seasonless stretch - $69.50	Diesel Lesticiesel Belt - $50.00
Mila Schon Purple & Fuchsia Lines Printed Silk Halter Top - $138.00	Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Sandal- Purple - $995.00
Akuamarina Silver Leaf and Murano Glass Round Open Ring - $49.50	Valentino Patent Histoire Bag - $1,795.00

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Dress Me Up: Come Sail Away

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 08:00:22 -0700

A pair of perfect navy blue sailor pants miraculously made their way into my life recently and have inspired me to bring out my inner sailor-ette, full force. The nautical trend has long been a part of fashion history - hello, Jean Paul Gaultier - but these perfect pants make me want to come sail away, and Shopbop's nautical selection is allowing me to do just that. Won't you join me on my proverbial ship by incorporating anchors, stripes (a la 3.1 Phillip Lim's resort line, left), and brass buttons into your closet? Is that an "aye aye Fab" I hear?!

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Dress Me Up: It's an Ethnic World

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 15:00:22 -0700

The fashion world is heavily influenced by Africa and Asia as we speak. And it's a good thing because those countries have a lot of undiscovered trends to offer. British designer Matthew Williamson was ethnically inspired for Spring, and as a result, we saw a lot of beading, mixed prints, and bold colors. To make the yellow mini dress Anja Rubik is wearing more interesting, Matthew threw on a khaki jacket and a beaded belt. If you want to channel a faraway place this Summer, you should do the same.

American Apparel Fine Jersey T Dress ($26)	Old Navy Women's Tie-Waist Linen-Blend Top ($20)
Matthew Williamson Beaded belt ($435, originally $650)	Derek Lam Aurora Tie Front Open Toe Pump ($750)
Anthropologie Coleoptera Clutch ($148)	Ann Taylor Loft Grooved Bead Crystal Rondelle Earring ($26)

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Unisex Flat Knit Striped Knee-High Sock (3-Pack) - $24.00	Crochet Ankle Sock - $8.00
Xhilaration Grey Thigh High Socks - Zigzag - OS - $5.99	Short Frill Top Ankle Sock - $6.00
Happy Socks - $10.00	Juicy Couture Plaid Heart Charm Knee High Socks - $28.00
Billabong Suzi Socks - $18.00	Falke Love Knee High Socks - $34.00
Tsumori Chisato Random Dot Knee Highs - $83.00	Tsumori Chisato Watercolor Check Ankle Socks - $64.00
Pointelle trouser socks - $9.50	Bow Embroidered Ankle Socks - $6.00

Mossimo® Black: Long-Sleeve Crew-Neck Tissue Tee - Ebony - $9.99	Mossimo Black: Tuck Stitch Sweater Jacket - Brown Heather/ Gold Lurex - $8.74
Jonathan Saunders GGT Marble Print Skirt Multi - $26.99	Women's Mossimo Kalea Boots - Cognac - $34.99
Mossimo® Long Wool Jacket - Olive - $69.99	ASSETS® by Sara Blakely® Terrific Tights - Black - $9.80
Hayden-Harnett for Target® Double-Flap Bag - Brown - $29.99	Adi Designs Oversized Fashion Sunglasses - Brown - $16.99
Geneva Platinum Womens Three Band Chain Watch - $29.99	Tri-Color Ring - $29.99

Silence & Noise Wool Tube Dress - $88.00	Nurture "patrice" blouse - $109.00
Fur And Rhinestone Necklace - $78.00	Hollywould Women's Lorena Bootie - $574.95
Urban Renewal Cropped Velvet Vest - $58.00	UO Sheer Tights - $12.00
Spinodadda - $35.00	14k Gold Onyx Stud Earrings - $65.00
Leaf stackable rings - $39.00	Jennifer Ouellette Narrow Feather Headband - $50.00
Miss Sixty ivory wool blend rib knit collar coat - $156.00

Marc by Marc Jacobs brown wool 'Anneka' long cardigan - $234.00	Pink Studio Lupe - $80.00
Design History wine jersey faux wrap belted dress - $60.00	Amber and Gold Necklace with Earrings - $8.50
Beaded Charm Halter - $78.00	Cynthia Vincent chocolate leather 'Allison' ankle boots - $201.00
MICHAEL KORS 3/4 length skirt - $338.00	Sleeveless cowlneck top - $39.00
Satin Wrap Ball Gown - $360.00	Mini argyle tights - $12.50
Camel Hair Cable Knit Gloves - $88.00	V Neck LS Cardigan - $19.80
Dolce Vita Jade Heel - $125.00	Lilla P kale pima cotton draped turtleneck - $36.00
Wooden Bangle with Gold Accents - $8.00

Torn by Ronny Kobo Janelle Stars Sweatshirt - $128.00	J Brand Shoreman Sailor Jean - $218.00
Havaianas Lighthouse Striped Flip Flop - $20.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs Solid Cotton Pique Short - $198.00
Milly Lace Up Sailor Sweater - $284.00	Lisa Curran Mod Stripes Bandeau Bikini - $160.00
Rachel Pally Sailor Short - $123.00	Seaton Striped Cashmere Poncho Tunic - $311.00
Boyy Summer Striped Weekender - $418.00	Bing Bang Anchor Stud Earrings - $99.00
Rachel Pally Sleeveless Sailor Top - $146.00	Charlotte Ronson High Waisted Sailor Short - $154.00