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The Look For Less: Alice + Olivia Velvet Leggings

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

I can't think of a chicer way to stay warm right now than velvet leggings. They're cozy and luxurious, a more mature cousin of the liquid legging. These Alice + Olivia Velvet Leggings ($128) are one of the many I've spotted. They would look good under dresses, but better on their own. I prefer not pay over $100 for them so I found a cheaper version . . .

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These INC International Concepts Velvet Leggings ($39) are slightly cropped but they're equally cute. I especially love the way they hug the leg so tightly. I can see them working well on a romantic date - just imagine the softness he'll feel if he touches your leg! If you don't love the crop, either wear them with tall boots or layer cozy socks over them.

Trend Alert: Peasant Tops

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:00:22 -0700

They're sweet, they're easy, they're back. If you dig deep, you probably have a peasant top of yesteryear ready to revive. They have an intrinsic hippie vibe, but pair one with some black leather and it's a whole new feel. I prefer mine in crisp white or wildly printed, but there are so many options . . .

Trend Alert: Fitted Parkas

FabSugar — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:22 -0800

I usually associate parkas with Starter jackets and football games - not anymore. The new wave of fitted parkas are designed with the city girl in mind. This year's crop boasts glossy finishes and slim shapes. While parkas of the past were bulky, these new cuts flatter your shape. I prefer mine girly like this Juicy Couture Puff Coat ($448). The glossy finish and embellished trim is sure to keep me looking chic in the cold weather. Are you ready to put some puff in your coat?

Trend Alert: Decadent Doodles

FabSugar — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 05:00:22 -0700

What's your signature doodle? Mine is an asterisk, or I do stars, and sometimes I do this cool heart chain squiggly thing. Obviously, I'd have to show you for you to get me. Or, I could wear it on my sleeve. Art and fashion collide in the coolest ways, and these ladies are flaunting decadent doodles. Joy in punchy Matthew Wiiliamson, Emma in abstract Giambattista Valli, Anne in regal Marchesa. It really pops.

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Trend Alert: Bohemian Rhapsody

FabSugar — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 06:00:22 -0700

Most of the time we encourage you to take different trend pieces and make an outfit your own. To mix and match. The anti-head-to-toe look. But there's a reason it's called a rhapsody. Bohemian style is poetic and a true bohemian rocks the theme utterly, completely. If this isn't you, don't trip. There is enough to go around. Attempt the rhapsody lightly or consume it deeply. Party on Wayne.

Trend Alert: Beading

FabSugar — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 06:00:22 -0800

I have dabbled in the craft of beading. For me, though, it is very elementary stuff, you know, earrings and bracelets for my friends. That's why when I saw this look from the Fall Zac Posen runway I was in awe. Can you imagine the work that went into that skirt? For those who excuse fashion as art, excuse you! Beading comes in all shapes and forms and adds a slice of sophistication to a look. It's not overbearing and overly flashy. One little bead goes a long way.

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Look of the Day: Going Dotty

FabSugar — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 04:00:22 -0800

At first glance, luvpizaman might appear to be going dotty on us, but after closer examination, it's clear she's not. Mixing dots and pinstripes takes a serious eye for pattern placement. Good eye.

Here's what she has on:

Shirt: The Limited
Tank: INC
Skirt: The Limited
Shoes: Nine West

Congrats to luvpizaman!

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Trend Alert: The LWD

FabSugar — Wed, 16 May 2007 10:03:33 -0700

White is in the air, and beyond. It all started when we were struck by white lightening, and then there were the white accessories, white shades, and just an overall influx of white. So it's no surprise that as the weather heats up, the celebs are looking heavenly in dresses of this hue. The versatility of a LWD is profound: one can either look inappropriately like a 6-year-old or one can look like a sophisticated woman. I would recommend the latter, and stick to styles that are either minimal or retro - to avoid looking like Alice in Wonderland.

To see my LWD picks, read more

INC International Concepts® Sleeveless Sheath Dress, $100.

Milly Swiss Dot Shift Dress, $288.

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Dress You Up! Maxi Dresses

FabSugar — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 09:11:22 -0700

Ok so this first model in a serious maxi dress looks like a tree, but that is the effect the longest dress of all can help one achieve. I was actually just on a hunt for a maxi dress and ended up scoring an awesome black silk Corey Lynn Calter one. I wore it to Fashion Week Live last month. I gotta tell ya, I stood out (in a good way) amongst all the legs and got several compliments. My analysis: maxi dresses are the next 'It' dress. After all, the only way to go after the mini dress is down, way down. I wore mine with some exotic flats because I am tall; if you're on the shorter side, these look retro redone with a solid pair of wood-heeled wedges.

Twinkle by Wenlan 'Midsummer' Long Dress, $497.

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INC International Concepts® Printed Color-Block Maxi Dress, $129.

T Bags Long Convertible Dress in Yellow Print, $220.

Macy's Hits the Runway

FabSugar — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 15:24:46 -0700

Love her or love to hate her, Angela Keslar won last night's Project Runway challenge to design a three-piece outfit for Macy's INC International Concepts Fall 2006 collection. Here's Angela's winning military-inspired design:

As part of winning the challenge, Angela not only receives immunity for next week (great, we get to keep her another week...), but Macy's is now offering her design to the masses online and in select stores.

To see Macy's interpretation of her design concept, read more.

If you can't make it out to one of Macy's retail stores, the cropped jacket and grey trouser are available here for $129 and $89, respectively.

The pink V-neck tee with ruched sleeves at the forearm is available here for $39.

And if you simply can't get enough of all things Project Runway, INC is offering you a $29 brush with fame by selling this tee with Angela's winning design sketch.

Personally, I like Angela's original concept execution better than the Macy's makeover version. But maybe one of you can make it work!

Donna Karan Collection Peasant Top - $750.00	Juicy Couture Smocked Terry Peasant Top - $118.00
Quotation: Johnny Was Women's "Maria" Short Sleeve Peasant Top - $196.00	RXB Embroidered Scoop-Neck Peasant Top - $48.00
Silk Peasant Top - $69.00	Weavers Girl Ikat Peasant Top - $24.00
Born Uniqorn Peasant Top - - $97.00	Kenneth cole new york peasant top - $79.00
Ikat peasant top - $49.50	INC International Concepts Dip-Dyed Jersey Peasant Top - $49.00
Retro Floral Peasant Top - $19.80	ECI Short-Sleeve Printed Peasant Top with Tassel Ties - $39.98

Cheap Monday Frida Coat - $140.00	Zip-front puffer jacket - $148.00
MARC BY MARC JACOBS Satin Puff Coat - $448.00	INC International Concepts ® Belted Puffer Jacket - $149.00
Long puffer jacket - $235.00	Puffer Parka - $250.00
Elizabeth and James Beetle Hooded Puffer Coat - $695.00	Amsterdam Long Puff Coat - $188.00
Apt. 9® Puffed Collar Jacket - $160.00	Logo Belted Quilt Hooded Puffer Jacket - $139.00
Down Jacket - $995.00	Juicy Couture Women's "Lady Puff" Coat With Faux Fur Trim Hood - $448.00

INC International Concepts ® Printed Pleated Skirt - $79.00	St. John Collection 'Erté' Sequin Knit Dress - $995.00
R.J. Graziano red swirl enamel hinge bangle - $33.00	Missoni Isola tunic dress - $2,110.00
Sleek Multicolored Long Gowns by Dave and Johnny - $190.00	Trina Turk Brushstroke Swirl Cover Up Dress in Black - $119.00
Missoni Accessories Black and Turquoise Marble Scarf - $168.00	Matthew Williamson Patchwork silk dress - $1,120.00
Chloé Miami Hot Nights dress - $4,320.00	Juicy Couture 'Houndstooth Z.J.N.' Satchel - $450.00
Rhus Ovata Silk Print Dress - $320.00

Anna Sui Folk Garden Scarf Print Long Sleeve Blouse - $275.00	Sequin Black & Gold Beaded Woven Bracelet - $138.00
INC International Concepts ® Crinkled Dip-Dyed Skirt - $69.00	Alexander McQueen Large embellished stud belt - $630.00
Steve Madden - Frinngee (Brown Suede) - $99.90	Free People Campfire Sweater - $88.00
Flight Pattern Silk Scarf - $28.00	Bohemian Rings - $16.00
Quotation: Antik Batik Women's "Nancy" Beaded 3/4 Sleeve Blouse - $143.20	Free People Bulgarian Sweater Top - $128.00
Happy Hobo - $695.00	Catherine Malandrino Shift Dress - $595.00
Roberto Cavalli Mixed Print Cocktail Dress - $1,755.00

Sleeveless Beaded Tank - $79.00	Givenchy Open Toe Beaded Pump - $500.00
Milly Beaded Babydoll Dress, Pacific Blue - $295.00	Patra Beaded Lace Dress - $168.00
Vera Wang Lavender Label Beaded Silk Print Top - $395.00	Diane von Furstenberg Beaded Blouse - $575.00
Rebecca Taylor Silk Dot Bead Dress - $363.00	Mary-Kate Olsen ASOS LUXE Drop Bead Frame Bag - $102.65
Silk beaded halter top - Brinjal purple - $88.00	Milly Bead embellished dress - $455.00
Alice & Olivia Beaded V Neck Top - $297.00