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Trend Alert: Frothy Frocks

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:00:22 -0800

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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The Bountiful Best from Fall '10 Bridal Fashion Week

FabSugar — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:22 -0700

I don't foresee myself walking down the aisle anytime soon, but that won't stop me from peeping at the latest bridal fashions from Jenny Packham, Vera Wang, Reem Acra, Monique Lhuillier, and Temperley London. For Fall '10, the designers supplied us with an abundance of fabulous, frothy layers of tulles, taffeta, lace, and ruffles. However, what really caught my eye were a surprising selection of fancy short frocks and even black dresses – who dares? Check out the bountiful best from Fall '10 Bridal Fashion Week!

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I Love Your Shopstyle: Paris, je t'aime

FabSugar — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:00:22 -0700

Paisley's ode to the City of Lights couldn't be more perfect. While visiting such a destination, all one needs is an utterly fantastic frock and fabulous footwear. I like how Paisley's choices evoke a simultaneously romantic yet seductive mood - fit for a funky princess. I'm a sucker for frothy ruffles; that Camilla and Marc dress looks soft enough to sleep in. Paris, je t'aime, see you soon . . .

2010 Spring New York Fashion Week: Jason Wu

FabSugar — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:00:22 -0700

I couldn't help but ask myself, "Would Michelle Obama wear that?", while checking out Jason Wu's tantalizing Spring collection. Indeed, I saw a couple pretty dresses that Michelle would jump for, but his creations aren't just for the First Lady. Any cutie would be so lucky to don his array of youthful separates and magical frocks. For separates, the designer dreamt up a range of sporty, yet polished tweed suits, chambray tops, metallic pleated skirts, and a ton of fun prints. Dresses varied from romantic shapes adorned with frothy feathers and intricate ruffles, to polished streamlined sheaths, and flirty cocktail dresses.

For color, Wu accompanied vibrant hues of coral, purple, blues, deep yellow, and pink with classic neutral tones. To offset the bold colors, the designer kept his shapes structured and modern. All together a very wearable, very wonderful collection - I cant wait until Spring! 2009 was a great year for Wu but I'm thinking 2010 might be even greater.

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This Week's Fab Favorite: Diane Kruger

FabSugar — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:50:00 -0700

I hate to be predictable, but you knew this was going to happen. Didn't we all swoon when we saw Diane in frothy lavender Marchesa at the annual New Yorkers For Children Spring dinner dance in NYC? We should have seen it coming with her hint of icy lavender the day before. I saw this dress live at Marchesa's Fall showing, and I've been waiting for someone - not just anyone - to wear it. And Diane does, to perfection. She compliments the voluminous one-sleeved frock with cool-gray accessories and heavenly makeup. There couldn't be a more perfect frock for our girl - it's dramatic, feminine, forward. Diane continues to deliver gifts of pulchritude.

To see more of Princess Diane in Marchesa, read more.

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Which Paris Couture Week Look Is Most Fab?

FabSugar — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:23:22 -0800

Celebrities know to dress to the nines when attending Paris Couture shows. This week, we spotted Dita Von Teese wearing an intricately ruffled creation by Elie Saab, model Eugenia Silva in a frothy white frock by Armani Privé, Mischa Barton in a bright seashell-embellished Christian Dior dress, and both Olga Kurylenko and Daphne Guinness wearing slick Chanel. Every look has decadent drama, but which was your fave?

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My Oscars Red Carpet Wish List, Part II

FabSugar — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 04:00:22 -0800

After creating my first Oscars red carpet wish list I realized: 1) It was really fun, and 2) There are so many amazing gowns out there and Hollywood stylists aren't being pushy enough with their clients. Or are the actresses afraid of overly dramatic frocks and being subject to the red carpet critics? I think Jay Manuel and Debbie Matenopoulos don't know squat about who's wearing what on the red carpet. Don't listen to them, starlets, listen to me, and Giorgio Armani and Karl Lagerfeld and the Rodarte sisters. It's the Oscars, it's your time to shine, so shine brightly, as Cate would in this white frothy Armani Prive with streaming jeweled detailing.

There's lots more! To see my selections for America Ferrera, Marion Cotillard, Cameron Diaz, Diane Kruger and Katie Holmes , read more

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(America: Blumarine Fall '08; Marion: Rodarte Fall '08; Cameron: Derek Lam Fall '08; Diane Kruger: Armani Prive Spring '08; Katie Holmes: Chanel Couture Spring '08)

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Catherine Malandrino Chiffon Electricity Dress - $595.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs "Organza" Dress - $458.00
Thread Social Sleeveless Dress with Rosette Brooches - $539.00	Silence & Noise Tuxedo Halter Dress - $88.00
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