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The Latest Covetable Looks From Pre-Fall 2012 - Alexander McQueen, Lanvin, Louis Vuitton, and More

Marisa Tom — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:35:45 PST

Retro throwbacks, tailored perfection, and soft feminine references - pre-Fall '12 is a beautiful blend of structured shapes and unexpected girlie details. Lanvin delivered deliberately unfinished embellishments like exposed dart seams and raw edges, while Givenchy revived its "greatest hits" prints (think tropics and rottweiler motifs), and Sarah Burton traveled back in time to the '60s English countryside to whip up a cool equestrian-inspired McQ collection. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. We're obsessed with Carven's nod to mod silhouettes, Derek Lam's focus on detachable mink collars, and Versace's Studio 54 vibe, too. It's a pre-season worth poring over, so get to it. Click through to see even more inspired looks and gorgeous accessories from Pre-Fall 2012.

Source: WWD

Backstage Beauty Report: The 3-Part Ponytail at Hervé Léger

BellaSugar — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 20:51:00 PDT

The hot bandage dresses at Hervé Léger were definitely sexy, but we couldn't stop staring at the three-part ponytails models wore down the runway. Backstage, lead hairstylist Neil Moodie shared his inspiration behind the hairstyle and how you can get a similar look at home in just a few steps. Try it next time you're going out.

Backstage Beauty Report: Temptu Airbrushing at Hervé Léger

BellaSugar — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 20:21:14 PDT

The models on Hervé Léger's Spring 2012 runway looked gorgeous as they strutted down the runway with glowing skin, shimmery eye makeup, and bold brows. We caught up with Temptu's Lisa Butler, the lead makeup artist for the show, to get the lowdown behind the beauty look and how you can get a similar style at home. Watch the video to find out more.

Hervé Léger's Lubov Azria on the New Silhouette for Spring

FabSugar — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:16:46 PDT

Hervé Léger is known for its signature body-con bandage dresses, but this season the curve-hugging frock is updated with rich, metallic hues and sexy cutouts. Chief Creative Officer, Lubov Azria, told us about their art deco inspiration, their new silhouette, and her favorite pieces from the line. Don't forget to catch our full review right here.

Hervé Léger Spring 2012 Runway

FabSugar — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:49:00 PDT

For Spring 2012 Hervé Léger took their iconic bandage dresses and infused them with a bold tribal edge. From woven metallics, body baring cut outs, fringe, and even a new silhouette - the trumpet skirt - there was something for every night out on the town. To see the full runway watch our coverage now.

Hervé Léger by Max Azria

Hannah Weil — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:48:19 PDT

For Spring 2012, Max Azria showed his signature body-conscious silhouettes, this time re-imagined with textural intrigue and gorgeous tribal accents. Each model hit the runway in her curve-hugging, metallic-foil confection like a soldier - complete with militant-inspired gladiator boots to hint at something tougher, more fierce. While the bandage dress dominated, new textures - weaving, braiding, and fringe - gave way to something more tribal-inspired than Young Hollywood. Striking gold ribbing, metal quills, beads, and jacquard and basket weaving on black, nude, gold, silver tones countered leg-baring slits and cutouts, balancing strength with sex appeal in every look.

Trends: Metallics, fringe, cutouts, textural braiding and weaving.

Colors: White, black, gold, silver.

Key Look: White fringed dress with cutout bodice and metal ribbing.

Accessories: High-impact knee-high gladiator boots.

Who Would Wear It: The ultra-sexy and the very edgy, like Gisele Bundchen and Rihanna; front-rowers Jessica Szohr and Katie Cassidy.

Celebs Glam Up For the Billboard Awards - Who's Most Fab?

Hannah Weil — Mon, 23 May 2011 08:19:52 PDT

Last night in Vegas, both music and fashion were at the forefront as celebs took to the red carpet for the annual Billboard Awards. Among the styled arrivals, we spotted Fergie in a bold, Hervé Léger cutout mini, while Nicole Kidman played a mix of casual glamour in an embellished Dolce & Gabbana and looser, side-swept braid. Meanwhile, Rihanna suited up in white-on-white Max Azria menswear, and Selena Gomez showed off a sultrier side in a cutout, black Dolce & Gabbana paired with red Giuseppe Zanotti heels. But it was Taylor Swift that brought the most glamorous of the night's looks, channeling old Hollywood in a sparkling Elie Saab gown, soft waves, and a bright red pout. Like most music award shows, this one brought a range of looks, now it's time to narrow it down to your favorite - which red carpet style is the standout?

Link Time: Hervé Léger Thinks Today's Models Are "Too Skinny, Too Sad"

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:26:53 PDT

Hervé Léger thinks models are "too skinny, too sad" - The Cut
Opening Ceremony teams up with Hong Kong's Lane Crawford - Racked
Five days, five looks, one girl: Hanneli Mustaparta - Vogue Daily
Eight basics to get you through Spring and Summer - Fashionologie
Box boutique footwear store launches - Vogue UK Daily
Natalie Portman's maternity style deconstructed - The Budget Fashionista
Three perfect Spring boots - W Editors' Blog
A week in Jennifer Hudson's closet - Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Target takes on Proenza Schouler's PS1 - Purse Blog
Fab-worthy: Kate Mouse t-shirt raises money for Japan - FabSugarUK

Photo courtesy of Greg Kessler

The Spring '11 Runways Inspire the Search For Our Own Little Bright Dress

Hannah Weil — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:30:55 PST

Even while we're fully immersed in the Fall '11 collections, the beginning of March has me thinking all things Spring. I've been eying the past Spring '11 runways and the brights they brought in the form of these flirty frocks from Versace, Matthew Williamson, Peter Som, and so many others. This is a different kind of LBD necessity, so forget the little black dress and allow me to introduce this season's must-own little bright dress. The colorful options are limitless, as are cuts and silhouettes, though we recommend keeping it short and sweet to soak up the sun. Just shop my picks to get the look.

Left to right: Versace, Peter Som (middle two), Matthew Williamson.

Catch Up With FabSugarTV's NYFW Interviews!

FabSugar — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 04:04:03 PST

FabSugarTV caught up with NYFW's designers - and the celebs who flocked to their shows. So, if you haven't had a chance to catch up on all of the amazing interviews, get a peek at the designers dishing backstage, and see what the front-row celebs had to say about the Fall collections!

Derek Lam	Hervé Léger	Diane von Furstenberg
Rachel Roy	Carolina Herrera	Tommy Hilfiger
Tory Burch	Vanessa Hudgens	Christina Hendricks

Gabe Dress - Sold Out	BDG Basic Knit Tank Dress - $32.00
Herve Leger Bustier Bandage Dress - Sold Out	Sparkle & Fade Knit Circle Dress - $32.00
Peter Som Strie Slub Cloth S/less Dress - Sold Out	Alice + Olivia Ruched mini dress - Sold Out
Acne Niki cutout stretch-crepe dress - Sold Out	GEREN FORD Short dress - Sold Out
ASOS Twist Middle Body-Conscious Dress - Sold Out	Short-sleeve Bandage Sweaterdress - Sold Out
Tigerlily Angelite Dress - Sold Out	ASOS Slinky Body-Conscious Dress with Knot Twist Detail - $71.62
Versace Pleated stretch-cotton dress - Sold Out	Nanette Lepore All Tucked Out Dress - Sold Out
Bombshell Mini Dress in many colors - as seen on Kristin Cavallari - by Naven - $335.00	Angelina V-Neck Dress - Sold Out
Cut25 Jersey Strapless Dress - Sold Out