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Go Grungy in Our Top 10 Picks For Spring!

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:34:09 PDT

This one's for all the girls who prefer a grittier Spring: if lace and eyelet aren't your thing, we suggest you get with this season's other hot trend - '90s grunge. Gisele Bundchen showed off the look to perfection in her Spring ad campaign for Balenciaga, and now we're breaking down our favorite pieces for the warmer months ahead of us. A marled sweatshirt tee from J.Crew, neon green leather skirt from Christopher Kane, dagger bracelet from Fallon . . . and more pieces, and why we love them, in the slideshow.

Look of the Day: Grunge Girl

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 03:45:04 PST

This look brought us right back to our Nirvana-loving, hacky sack-playing, Doc Marten-wearing high school days. Fab reader Katnani mixes masculine and feminine elements for a '90s grunge outfit that totally rocks. We love the oversize denim shirt and floral leggings. It's like sophomore year all over again, minus the teenage angst.

Congrats to Katnani!

Everyone else, submit your looks, and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Look of the Day: Grunge Gone Right

Melody Nazarian — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 03:33:04 PST

Some grunge can go wrong, and some grunge can go so right. Can you guess which one Fab reader devorelebeaumonstre pulled off? You got it - grunge gone right! Her disheveled-chic ensemble is right on the mark; the cutoff shorts, plaid shirt, beanie, cross necklace, and lace-up booties mesh extremely well together, don't they? The next time you're considering going grunge, look to this as inspiration.

Everyone else, submit your
looks, and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Fab Stylist of the Week Is . . . Mpom13!

FabSugar — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 09:00:08 PST

This week, your challenge was to style me up in an outfit that cleverly combined girly and grunge. I wanted to look feminine with a bit of a rugged edge –– and Fab reader mpom13 totally delivered with her sweet-but-strong ensemble. I love everything about it, from the leather jacket and dramatic dress to the chic driving gloves and badass ankle boots. She covered every last detail right down to the sparkly gold nail polish! There's no doubt about it –– this look is the epitome of girly grunge.

Leather Jackets by Gar-De
Boots by Pour La Victoire

Fab Stylist of the Week: When Girly Meets Grungy

FabSugar — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:00:04 PST

Even though the "girly girl with edge" trend has been going strong for quite some time, I'm loving the fresh spin it's taken this season. The look is great for those style schizophrenia days when you feel like being feminine and tough at the same time. This week, I want you to style me up with a sweet-but-strong look that clashes hard and soft. Think chiffon, leather, and lace –– and don't be shy with accessories. I can't wait to see what you come up with!

There are no rules, only utter creativity. Remember to create your spread in ShopStyle then post it in the Fab Stylist group - here are detailed instructions.

Look of the Day: Being Barrymore

FabSugar — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:00:22 PST

Being Barrymore isn't so hard after all. Just take a look at how ur_momm copied Drew Barrymore's grungy rocker look. Her gray cardi and dark jeans are a perfect match to Drew's. I also like how her tan booties give a sharp contrast to her gray palette. Rock on, sister.

Here's what she has on:

Cardi: H&M
Tee: Unknown
Jeans: Foxy Jeans
Shoes: Bronx

Congrats to ur_momm!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Fall Glimpse: Tales From the Dark Side

FabSugar — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:00:22 PDT

When there's salt, there's pepper. Hot and cold. Light and dark. You catch my drift. In fashion, we are always presented with another side of the coin. If Ice Ice Baby isn't your tune, try watching Tales From the Dark Side.

Some of these designers always cater to the dark lords of fashion - London's Gareth Pugh, Givenchy's Ricardo Tisci. A few just felt like dipping in murky waters for Fall: Julien Macdonald's dark glam rockin' looks and Gucci's fabulous folky getups. Meanwhile, Alexander Wang is proving to be the connoisseur of downtown (dis)taste. But no one told a tall tale like Ann Demeulemeester and her posh tatterdemalions (left).

To hear some Tales From the Dark Side,

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(L-R: Julien Macdonald, Gareth Pugh, Gucci, Givenchy, Alexander Wang) Source and Source

D&G Dolce & Gabbana Plaid Shirtdress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:00:08 PDT

At first glimpse, this D&G Dolce & Gabbana Plaid Shirtdress ($545) reminded me of something Paul Bunyan's wife would wear, but after a closer look, I think I kind of like it. The classic plaid is '90s grunge fabulous and the sleek silhouette lends a dressier feel to an otherwise casual textile. Do you agree or should it head back to the woods?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! 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.

Cheap & Chic: '90s Grunge

FabSugar — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:00:22 PDT

No one does sloppy chic better than Kristen Dunst. Here she is on the streets of SoHo looking '90s grunge fabulous in a loose plaid top, short shorts, and flats.

The plaid top itself screams '90s but leave it to Kirsten to put icing on the cake with her signature Ray-Ban Wayfarers and messy hair. When wearing grunge garb, make sure to keep something loose and something fitted - wrinkles optional!

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New York Fashion Week Trend Alert: Livin' on the Edge

FabSugar — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 02:00:22 PST

Some New York designers channeled their dark side for Fall. I wonder if this has anything to do with the dark get ups of fashion influencers Kate Moss and the Olsens. Perhaps. The cool touch of model/stylist/muse Erin Wasson at Alexander Wang (left) was certainly evident. This may not be the most uplifting raiment for dark and stormy days, but the fact of the matter is: On such days, don't we all sometimes feel like dressing like a bad ass?

Kimchi Blue Sleeveless Plaid Button Front - Sold Out	Diane Denim Short - Sold Out
Mossimo® Daphne Patent Pleated Flats - Black - Sold Out	Cassandra Faux Leather Tote - Sold Out
Risky Business Sunglasses - Sold Out	Round Stud Ring - Sold Out
3Q Plaid Shirt - Sold Out	Women's Low-Rise Cuffed Denim Shorts (3") - Sold Out
Corey Sunglasses - Sold Out	Buffalo plaid shirt - Sold Out
Levi's® 545 Denim Utility Shorts - Sold Out