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Trend Alert: Fluid Silk Tops

FabSugar — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:00:22 -0700

There's something magical about mixing together the hard and soft. Take for instance fluid silk tops. Alone, these romantic blouses can come off overly girly, but the trick is to style them with sleek pants and hard-edge adornments.

Gossip Girl Leighton Meester is a perfect reflection of sugar and spice. Her asymmetrical top is serene; everything else is sexy. Get the picture?

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2009 Fall New York Fashion Week: A Few Fab Words With . . . Privileged Star Joanna Garcia at BCBG

FabSugar — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:00:22 -0800

I know you all love some BCBG, and guess who does too? Privileged star Joanna Garcia. I chatted with her front row at the show, and a new girl crush started to develop. Before I take you into the mind of Joanna - the clothes. They were architectural and fluid, hard and soft. Colors ranged from ivory to dusty wineberry to teal to steel gray. BCBG focused on the future and constructivism. I'll pass on the cocoon-like coats, but the fluid dresses always make me melt. Fabrics were diverse: wool jacquard, silk, micro jersey, and velvet. The shibori-dyed items piqued my interest, delivering an exotic side of BCBG. What really made the clothes shine, though, were the hypnotizing gold and pewter legging tights; now those were future chic.

Here's what Joanna and I chatted about:

We have a website called CelebStyle.com where we cover your Privileged wardrobe.

"Yeah, I know! It's so great. The girls have much more fun stuff on there, but I definitely love looking at all that stuff; I think it's such a great website."

Can you talk about your wardrobe on the show?

"My wardrobe is pretty basic. Cute tops, and sweaters, and jeans, stuff like that. Very much my everyday style. The other girls have a lot more fun. I actually helped design an original dress for our season finale. It took three fittings, and I was like 'This is for the birds! This is a lot of work,' so I leave the high fashion to the other girls. It was absolutely beautiful though. It was made for me, and I’ve never had that before, except my prom dress when I was 17 and it didn't turn out as nice."

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Is this your first Fashion Week?

"This is my first New York Fashion Week. I've been to LA Fashion Week. This is very exciting. This is my first show – I'm only going to two – I'm flying back to LA tomorrow. It's very dramatic. I'm going to Rag & Bone, I'm a big fan. But I wear BCBG more than anything."

Who are some of your other favorite designers right now?

"I've always been a Marc Jacobs fan. And I love Stella McCartney, her stuff is off the charts. Some of the dresses from Blumarine - I got to wear one for the Golden Globes - they were amazing. I just pick and choose; anything that's beautiful and comfortable and vibrant colors I am so in love with."

And you're a redhead so you look great in bold colors.

"It's kind of amazing. I was a blonde my whole life until Privileged, and once I became a redhead I had no idea what I was getting into; I don’t think I'll ever go back."

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Trend Alert: Satin

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 13:44:44 -0700

If you are over metallics, satin is a toned-down alternative. With roots in the glamor girls of the 40s, the fluid and rich fabric is a favorite for evening. But with today's satiny options you can wear it 'round the clock. I love it in jewel tones in particular, see Prada S/S '07; when you have a deep plum, cranberry or Spring green satin the color is intensified. Mmmm, if fabric were edible I think satin would taste delightful! I suggest sticking to a simple silhouette and skip the frills and ruffles - today's satin is best in a minimal setting. Here are my picks.

ABS Satin Mini Dress, $230.

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Banana Republic Silk/cotton embroidered top, $78.

Delias Satin Peep-toe Flat, $34.

Designer Spotlight: Jasmine Di Milo

FabSugar — Fri, 13 Oct 2006 15:45:29 -0700

Keep an eye out for UK's latest and greatest designer, the 25-year-old Jasmine Di Milo. Her designs-edgy and youthful with a sophisticated rocker flair-have just been picked up by 29 global outlets, including a number of U.S. boutiques. The child of Finnish and Egyptian parents, Jasmine studied at the London College of Fashion and trained in fashion workrooms at Harrods alongside some of Britain's top talent.

Di Milo started designing back in 2003, and for several years, she's been showing off her wares in a boutique located on the first floor of Harrods, which you should definitely check out if you're ever in London. I can't wait to see the results from her first big fashion show next spring in Paris. If you decide to order her clothes online, keep in mind that the sizes are U.K., so go up two sizes to get the right fit. (If you are a U.S. size 6, order a U.K. size 10.) Check out two of my favorite pieces that are now available online.

I absolutely love this gorgeous and funky red Stretch Silk Bustier Dress. It's got a padded bra top and a boned bodice, and the bottom has a drop of stretch in the fabric to prevent static cling around your backside. Buy it here for $588.

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This sexy Satin/Lace Flounce Dress has exquisite detail. The neck drops low, and the hip carries a black satin tie that is meant to fall long. The skirt area is fluid and flirty and has a touch of delicate lace overlay. The best part, however, is the open back with its sheer, sexy black lace. Buy it here for $735.

Jenni Kayne Royal Purple Silk Tank, now 70% off - $66.00	Hawks by Geren Ford Silk Open Back Tee - $78.00
Billowy-sleeve tunic blouse - $39.00	Marc Jacobs Collection Silk Colorblock Blouse - $610.00
Rag & Bone Boyfriend Shirt - $253.00	Joelle cami - $78.00
Geren Ford black silk tie neck blouse - $156.00	Twelfth Street Lilac Tie Waist Wrap - $257.00
Jenny Han 3 Button Blouse in Marshmallow - $193.00	Tie-neck blouse - $49.00
Tucker Riviera Hotel Room Blouse - $254.00