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Trend Alert: Cross Your Strap

FabSugar — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:00:08 -0700

It's not the most obvious trend but if you cross your strap, you'll be hands-free and styling with the likes of Chloe Sevigny. Cross-body evening bags are perfect for those nonchalant evenings out on the town - or concerts! - and it's a fun way to make use out of your fancy little bags. I've already jumped on this utilitarian trend, will you do the same?

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Party Accessories: Festive Evening Bags

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:31:39 -0800

Welcome to the third 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. Yesterday we covered Festive Stockings and Festive Shoes. Today we will cover Festive Evening Bags. No party outfit is complete without just the right bag to carry all of your evening-out necessities.

Here are a few of my picks in both designer and non-designer prices.

The Designer Options

Box Minaudiere Clutch, $1,295, Available here.

Tod's New Girelli Clutch, $875, Available here.

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Leiber Zebra Clutch, $3,695, Available here.

VBH Satin Poche, $1,150, Available here.

Corto Moltedo Susan Deco Clutch, $895, Available here.

The Non-Designer Options

Calvin Klein Satin Clutch, $128.95, Available here.

Whiting & Davis Sleek Shoulder Bag, $78.95, Available here

Inge Christopher Flapper Fringe Handbag, $77.95, Available here

Sranchi Handbags Susanna Sweater Clutch, $188.95, Available here

Beautiful Beaded Evening Bags

FabSugar — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 16:52:41 -0800

Once you've picked out the perfect festive party dress, it's time to start hunting for a beaded evening bag that will do it justice. With one of these sparkly, holiday-inspired handbags, you'll be sure to take your evening ensemble to the next level of fabulous elegance. Here are a few of my favorites.

This fold-over Moyna Bugle-Beaded Clutch is an easy and effortless evening bag covered in bugle beads with luxe satin lining inside. Buy it in green, blue, gunmetal, and gold here for $165.

This Prada Beaded Frame Handbag has incredible structure and meticulous detailing for such a small bag. Of course, you get what you pay for with this ruched nylon design with ribbon handles and a beaded frame. Buy it here for $990.

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The very antique-looking Inge Christopher Filigree-Frame Beaded Evening Bag has a brushed nickel frame, a glass-beaded handle, and a smooth satin lining. Plus, the chain strap makes balancing food and drinks during cocktail hour a lot less complicated. Buy it here for $118. Available in eggplant, pearl, silver, bronze, and black.

Gucci Mirror Evening Bag: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 08:43:11 -0800

There were so many clutches on the red carpet Monday, I came across this one and thought this would have been a little star had someone taken the risk. This Gucci Mirror Evening Bag, $995, is already sold out online but you can call Saks directly to buy it. The ultimate evening bag in red suede with metal plate details, this Gucci clutch is super hot if you ask me. I know it's dramatic and caters to the sci fi spring trend but I love it. Do you?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

The Pros and Cons of Buying Topshop Online

Fab Community — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:22 -0800

Check out what Emily EMS has to say about her online Topshop experience in our 24/7 Go-To Fashion Guide group.

I always knew they existed - I have seen their chic dresses, sexy heels and cool tops. I am talking about Topshop. I got even more excited when I found out they opened a store in NYC, although I live in Denver, Colorado. I must say, things come around a lot slower around here, and don't get me wrong, there are nice stores here, but it's not to the point where they satisfy my fashion cravings.

This is when the beauty of online shopping comes in handy. My friend Sophie loves to shop online. She says that it's the best because she can buy things anytime, even at two in the morning, not have to worry about driving to the mall, (and not finding anything at the mall!), and in most cases, there's no sales tax, a small shipping fee, and usually, the return and exchanges are easy.

I must say, I was never comfortable with buying clothes online. Shoes and bags, I'm OK with. With clothes, things are different simply because every brand has slightly different sizing and all. Topshop was no exception. It's from the UK, and I know sometimes the equivalent of those sizes can be confusing - look at H&M!

One day, as I was looking through tons of pictures as always - new trends, jackets and coats for Fall and Winter. And there it was. I fell in love with this striped knit jacket from Topshop. I looked at the price, and fell in love with it even more - it's only $80!

I had to go to the store - but wait, there is no Topshop here in Denver! As I envied those folks in NYC, I went online. I quickly navigated myself to look for the jacket and there it was! I want, I want! Pause. What is my size?

Suddenly, I was lost. I usually wear a 2 or 4, depending on the brand. I also have jackets and tops that run rather small or large. While all those thoughts kept going around my head, I looked up on the sizing chart. Hmm . . . I think I am 4, but I don't want it to be too tight since it's a knit jacket . . . oh well, let's just order 6 in case, and if it didn't fit, I'd just exchange it. Before placing an order, it suddenly dawned on me that in case this size didn't work out, I better check on the return policy. Just in case. I'm not sure if that was a sign of something, but I looked. And I discovered many things I did not know. At first, I did not know Topshop's merchandise all ship out from UK. Thus, $15 shipping charge makes sense. Then I realized another thing. What if I wanted to return or exchange something? Sure, you can either return it in person at their stores but that is not my option. According to their website, if you wanted to return or exchange an item, you have to ship it back to their UK warehouse at your own expense. Hmmm . . .

Now I'm determined to make my purchase more "oops wrong size" free. I certainly don't want to go through with shipping the item back and forth till I get it right. It's not only time consuming, but also could end up being costly. I carefully studied the sizing chart, I realized, I needed some real people's opinions. Of course, the chart gives you the idea to narrow down which size you could possibly be, but just in case, to double check it, I did my own research.

I googled the "Topshop sizing review" and voilà! There were a few out there, but one forum was particularly helpful - Facebook. People with the same problems come together and discuss the sizing. Some argue Topshop's sizing runs smaller. Others disagree.

In the end, I ended up getting a 6 - I figured if it's bigger rather than smaller, I could live with it. I haven't gotten the jacket just yet, because I just ordered yesterday, but I'll keep you posted on the sizing. I must say the forum, like the one Facebook, did help me tremendously, sometimes a sizing chart won't do justice. Real people's opinions really do count.

So will I shop online again? Yeah, sure. But do some research beforehand, and read the fine print in case you don't like it, or it's too small or too big, or it's not what I thought it would be, or whatever the reason may be. As for me, for now, I'm waiting and hoping that all the research and reading will pay off.

There are already a bunch of groups you can join and explore, and please - start some new ones! Here's a helpful guide to creating in case you need some clarification.

Trend Alert: Little Plaid Jackets

FabSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:30:22 -0800

I have three, and counting. Even though little plaid jackets feel so right in the Winter, a lighter weight one, or a freshly colored one, can translate for Spring, too. Who's that girl in her LPJ? Why it's the always-adorable Christina Ricci. She teamed hers with skinny jeans, cat-eye sunnies, and a luscious gray Chanel bag. Not too shabby. A look that works for both the city and the country - and the road trip in between.

Olsenboye Available Today, Already on Clearance!

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:00:22 -0800

Mary-Kate and Ashley's new line, Olsenboye, dropped at JCPenney stores and jcp.com today. The prices are low to begin with, but a lot is even further on sale. Plaid shirts, casual tees, tie-dye bags, and ruffled shoes are just some pieces the twins dreamed up for their junior fans. You'll notice, the peace sign is a major motif. Shop away.

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The Look For Less: Kate Spade Sequined Long Shoulder Bag

FabSugar — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:50:22 -0800

Each year, I look out for a new shiny bag I can make my partner in crime for the holidays. This Kate Spade Sequined Long Shoulder Bag ($375) totally fits the bill. I dig the long strap and how the texture is imperfect. Bummer it's so expensive.

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2010 Spring: J.Crew

FabSugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:30:22 -0700

A kid in a candy store. J.Crew recently presented its Spring confections and I'm salivating already. Jenna Lyons played upon the usual frilly vs. preppy aesthetic, with loads of neutrals and pops of neon. Khaki outerwear atop sequins and cargo shorts are meshed with girlie stripes and soft plaids. Styling is exaggerated - I don't mind, better to inspire. Who else can pull off camo and ruffles? Sandals range from preppy to exotic, and jewelry plays a pretty role. J.Crew even tries its hand at the pantless trend, successfully. Hats and cross-body bags complete the disheveled-chic aesthetic.

To see lots more from J.Crew Spring '10, read more.

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Neiman's Cheap(er) Christmas Book

FabSugar — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Neiman Marcus is scaling down the crazy price points in its famous Christmas Book in lieu of the dismal economy, but don't expect to find bargain basement deals. Instead, the luxury retailer has priced 40 percent of the 400 items featured at under $250. The selection of fantasy gifts are also said to to a lot cheaper than last year's selection.

“Our belief is that even in financially challenging times there is a place for fantasy, especially during the holiday season,” said Gerald Barnes, of NM Direct. And that they did offering up a Cupcake Car ($25,000), Mission One Electric Motorcycle ($73,00), and dinner for two with eight prominent authors, including Malcolm Gladwell, Henry Louis Gates Jr. and George Stephanopoulos ($200,000). Pretty cool, but I would be happy enough receiving an amazing pair of shoes or bag . . .

To see more from Neiman's Christmas book, read more.

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La Regale Beaded Design Frame Clutch - $59.00	Zac Posen Attache Madison Bag - $1,200.00
Paul's Boutique Bow Clutch - $60.56	Iris Case Clutch - $128.00
Lizard Embossed Minaudiere - $59.00	Women's Raffia Clutches - $14.50
Aspects Bow Clutch With Chain Strap - $90.00	Jessica McClintock Geometric Beaded Clutch - $68.00
Xhilaration® Elongated Clutch - White - $14.99	Loeffler Randall Bunny Patent Rosette Mini Bag - $242.00
Patent Mimi - $168.00	La Regale Frame Mesh Clutch - $34.00

Roxy - Funky Fresh Jacket (Black) - $73.50	Artifacts Buffalo Plaid Duffle Jacket - $98.00
Grey Plaid Cocoona Jacket - $119.00	Self Esteem® Plaid Sherpa Fleece Hoodie - $40.00
Silence & Noise Plaid Wool Moto Jacket - $88.00	Soia & Kyo Purple/Black Plaid Lya Jacket - $360.00
BDG Plaid Hooded Piped Bomber - $138.00	Free People 'Liberty' Ruffled Plaid Blazer - $128.00
H81 Wilderness Plaid Jacket - $44.90	Theory Plaid Short Jacket - $495.00
buffalo plaid Mt. Tremper jacket - $75.00