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Trend Alert: Frothy Frocks

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:00:22 PST

Froth is usually associated with bubbles or foam. So, if there were to be a frothy frock it would be a dress that is bubbling with fabulousness. Be it structured tiers (Anne in Gianfranco Ferre), organza silk melded with lace (Keira in Balenciaga), or couture detailing (Dita in Marchesa), these dresses provide some real drama. When deciding on your Holiday party frock, consider going above and beyond. I always say I'd rather be overdressed than under.

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Frock Me Baby: Drama For Your Mama

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:00:22 PST

Come to think of it, these dresses have way too much drama for your mama. Well, that is unless your mama is anything like the always avant-garde Cate Blanchett, here in Alexander McQueen. Those who display Cate's experimental nature should bust it out and show it off. Dramatic shoulders, crazy asymmetry, heavy draping, feathers, folds, leather, bold silhouettes - let them be your best friends.

Warning: Dramatic dresses require confidence. Let Cate, and other red-carpet queens of 2008, be your guides.

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Frock Me Baby: Lace Yourself

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:00:22 PST

Those who took my advice to embrace lace for Fall are on the chic track. Another girl who's on trend is actress Emma Roberts, who laced up in Chanel at the premiere of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button in LA. Karl's designs may be out of your reach but there are plenty affordable and stylish options out there. Since the fabric can be a matronly, be sure to sexy it up with a flirty silhouette a la Emma. Bottom line, buckle down and lace yourself.

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Frock Me Baby: Show Those Shoulders

FabSugar — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:00:22 PST

Cleavage, midriff, legs - body parts known for their sexiness. But shoulders, those are a woman’s subtly sensual weapons. There was lots of shoulder love this year, as exemplified by Dita Von Teese in Vivienne Westwood. When picking the perfect party frock this season, show those shoulders. Whether it’s one-shoulder, off-shoulder, cutout, or puff sleeve dresses, allow the sculptured part of your body be the focus.

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Frock Me Baby: To the Maxi

FabSugar — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:00:22 PST

I recently accompanied my friend on her hunt for the perfect party dress. Not too long after our search we discovered this Banana Republic Silk Maxi Dress in Peacock ($175). It looked good on the hanger but came to life when she slipped it on. Maxis tend to have that breath-taking effect. They make you look long and lean, especially if you wear your tallest heels. If you're in the mood for a long dress this year, take it to the maxi. Shorter gals, don't overlook the maxi; my friend is 5'2" and it made her look heads taller.

Frock Me Baby: Fantastically Frilly

FabSugar — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 15:00:22 PST

It's obvious from our Best of 2008: Designer of the Year poll that most of you love frilly designs. So far, queen of ruffles, Marchesa, is in the lead.

What better way to begin our Frock Me Baby dress series than with ruffles, tiers, and frills? So much fun. Throw on a fantastically frilly frock, like this Express Silk Chiffon Rose Dress ($128), and dance the New Year away in major style.

Victoria Beckham Shops Louboutin and Shows Harper More City Spots

Allie Merriam — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:54:33 PDT

Victoria Beckham wore seven-inch heels to shop around NYC yesterday with her baby girl Harper. It seems the Beckham ladies may be bidding farewell to the Big Apple. Victoria recently tweeted, "Fantastic fashion week! Thank you to my amazing Victoria Beckham team." The last few days saw Victoria present not one but two collections. Her first, her namesake line, debuted Sunday to rave reviews following a show at the New York Public Library. Posh then went on to premiere her Victoria by Victoria Beckham dresses, which are at a lower price point and are slightly more casual. She included one frock that was covered in a sizable cat print - the design, she said, stemmed from her desire for a cat. She told editors at the preview, "I'm very into conversational prints this season. . . . I want a cat, but David won't let me have one – he doesn't want them bringing mice in the house. He's a dog person."

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