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Cool Off With Face Mist

FabSugar — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 16:12:33 -0700

Labor Day Weekend marks the official end of summer. But since many of us are heading to the beach, it's not time to retire those summer beauty rituals just yet. If you're traveling to warmer climates, try taking along a bottle of refreshing face mist, which can keep your skin cool, moisturized, or protected from the sun, depending on the product. Here are some cool face mists to try.

Juice Beauty Hydrating Mist, $22, available here

This vitamin-enriched spray-on toner is good for freshening up your face after a hot day at the beach. The organic solution also contains aloe, so it's a good soother if you get too much sun.

Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist Sunblock SPF 45, $11.99, available here

This super-charged sunblock feels icy cool on contact and protects your skin at the same time. Plus, the no-fuss spray doesn't feel greasy.

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Skyn Iceland Artic Face Mist, $35, available here

This somewhat indulgent product is little more than a chilled face spray that contains mineral water, but it's a refreshing way to cool down on hot days.

Clinique Moisture Surge Face Spray, $19.50, available here

Billed as a way to quench "thirsty skin," this moisturizing spray keeps your skin from drying out when it's exposed to the elements.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:30:22 -0700

Look for less: Studded clutch - Purse Blog
Disney collaborates with Tom Binns - LA Times
Lori Goldstein won’t be a trainwreck for your viewing pleasure - Style File
London Fashion Week at a turning point - WSJ
Whose star style do you like best? - Off the Rack
Greg Kessler publishes all the Fashion Week juice! - The Daily Chic Report
Louis Vuitton: made to order - Fashionista
Customized board shorts from Shortomatic - Teen Vogue blog
Mario Grauso moves from Nina Ricci, Carolina Herrera to Vera Wang - Fashionologie
You'll never guess what kind of pet Imogen wants - Modelinia
Stock up on Commando's new seamless tights - Lucky magazine
Dolce & Gabbana’s framatic preparations for the Spring 2010 show - The Cut
Geren Ford launches accessories line - Nitrolicious

Simply Fab: Necklush Scarves

FabSugar — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:30:22 -0700

Ladies, it's time to start thinking of ways to keep yourself warm and fashionable. Allow me to introduce you to the Necklush Scarf ($42 to $74). Its purpose is to get your creative juices flowing by playing around with its multiple cotton loops. You can style it long like a necklace, layered for a cowl effect, and close to your neck as in a choker. All Necklushes are handmade and hand-printed at the design team's studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. There are a bevy of colors and prints, so there's bound to be one to suit your neck needs.

FabSugar and Lindsay Lohan's 6126 Leggings Design Contest

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:00:22 -0700

Today's the last day to enter! Lindsay Lohan loves leggings, and these days she's rarely seen without a pair from her 6126 collection. LL brought the ubiquitous trend to the forefront and now we want to see what your skills can add to the collection. LL has teamed up with Fab for an exclusive contest around her hot leggings line - and it's perfect for all you aspiring designers! Here's how it's going to go down: FabSugar readers submit their legging designs to be picked by Lindsay for the Spring 6126 collection. You can submit your designs in any form – cut, paste, sketch, Photoshop, paint, collage, macaroni art - let those creative juices flow. Designs should be submitted by Friday, Aug. 14 - read the rules for how and where to submit. Lindsay will select the winner and the leggings will be featured in the Spring collection. And . . . the winner will receive $1,000 and 6126 leggings to add to their collection.

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Celebrity Style: Kristin Cavallari

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 10:45:00 -0700

Kristin Cavallari took care of some retail therapy at Alice + Olivia over the weekend. We have yet to see what she purchased, but in the meantime, let's break down her adorable look. Instead of wearing a black or white blazer, the reality starlet opted for a bright red one. It really juiced up her outfit. Underneath it she wore a gray American Apparel tank, paired with wide-leg jeans, and platform wedges. I'm quite digging this red outerwear spurt.

Suit Jacket 1ed 80 - $99.90	Tri-Blend Racerback Tank - $19.00
Grey Ant Plain Front Bell Jean - $196.00	Nanette Lepore caramel leather 'Mischevious' platform wedges - $157.99
Juicy Couture Padlock Sophie Shoulder Bag - $350.00	Dogeared Crown on Red Linen Bracelet - $26.00
Juicy Couture Pave Peace Sign Ring - $42.00	In God We Trust Long Bar Neck Necklace - $242.00

Go to CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

Pacific Coast News Online

Ready, Set, Go Glam!

Sponsor — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:00:27 -0700

Award show season may be over, but you can still get the red carpet bods of your favorite celebrities. Valerie Waters, trainer and food coach to the stars, has given FabSugar some insider tips.

Embrace the 90/10 Philosophy
Ninety percent of the time fill up on lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, veggies and lower fat dairy, and 10 percent award yourself with healthy treats like dark chocolate or frozen yogurt.

Commit to a Red Carpet Lifestyle
Establish goals on paper to get yourself ready for a big event.

Strategy Trumps Will Power
Always plan ahead to keep yourself on track so when temptations to indulge, like a late-night snack, arrive you’ll be prepared with healthy options.
Put Your Best Food Forward
Starting the day out with a healthy breakfast will give you more energy and keep your metabolism consistent. Try an 8-ounce glass of 100 percent grapefruit juice and ½ cup of low-fat yogurt topped with low-fat granola.

Always Think Positively
After all, you’re FABULOUS! Make it a point to compliment yourself once a day.

Visit GoFloridaGrapefruit.com to get more tips!

Confessions of a Styleaholic, Part II

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:00:22 -0800

You ready for more? I've already heard accolades about Confessions of a Shopaholic - out this Friday. I hope you read the first part of my interview with costume designer Patricia Field, and here's more!

Before we begin, want to know how Isla felt about working with the flame-haired stylist? At a press conference she dished: "Patricia was extremely collaborative, and I only had one request, which was that I wanted Becky to wear extremely high heels so she could totter. I think there’s nothing funnier than a comedic character tottering and the impracticality of wearing something that clearly doesn’t fit her and is uncomfortable but she’s a shopaholic so she has to have it. And Patricia really is so creative, and she clearly knows what she’s talking about. She’s extremely experienced. So I, I kind of let go and let her guide me, and I really enjoyed the process. At the beginning I couldn’t believe we were spending 40 minutes discussing a belt. I was so frustrated. But halfway through I just felt like I began to understand that there really is sort of a science to it. It is this incredible world of people trying really hard." Read on for more juice about the styling of the movie, Patricia on Isla, and some of the best quotes yet . . .

What are Rebecca Bloomwood’s favorite stores to shop at?

"The designer stores but also downtown in small vintage shops. Uptown, downtown. She shops everywhere. She goes to the airport and shops in the duty-free. Every opportunity she gets."

What was it like working with Isla?

"Isla was fun because she got it and she likes clothes. She looks good in clothes; she got it intellectually. She understood it; she was great to work with. I can’t do it unless we understand each other. It’s definitely a dance. With Isla it was immediate. She was very involved. That’s very important for me. I’m dressing a person, not a mannequin."

To read the rest and to see more fun pics from the film, read more.

She’s very tiny, she has long red hair - did you take that into consideration?

"I think redheads can wear any color."

What’s your advice to redheads who think they’re limited?

"Their limitation is in their own mind and my advice is to think of their red hair as a strawberry in a bowl of fruit. Blueberries, strawberries, oranges, apples, they’re all shades of reds and oranges. Does that bowl of fruit not look great together?"

What is your advice for shopaholics out there?

"Find a rich husband."

Can anyone be cured?

"I don’t think it’s an affliction as long as you can handle it. As long as you can handle it, do whatever makes you happy. Be responsible for what you’re doing and have a good time. Rebecca works it out in the end."

If you are a shopaholic and you’re trying to take a break (ahem), what are some key items you should have in your wardrobe? What can make someone feel like they’re always stylish?

"Have classics and buy new accessories. It’s with your accessories you can make a new look."

Was this wardrobe bigger than the SATC movie?

"I don’t think so. All the movies I do are voluminous. That’s my specialty: Volume fashion. Fashion by the tons."

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Photos courtesy of Disney

Target Strikes NYC

FabSugar — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 19:12:41 -0700

You're probably wondering: Fab has been in New York for a week now, and has she done any shopping? Not really, but today was the day, because I dropped by one of the four limited-time-only Target Bullseye Bodegas in Manhattan. And you know I can't resist Target. For Fashion Weekers and Manhattan folk, these mini stores showcase all the newest designer collaborations and the most popular Target brands. So cool, right? But the most exciting was first dibs on the Sigerson Morrison for Target shoes, the Anya Hindmarch bags (not in stores and online until Oct. 12), and Jonathan Saunders's Go International collection (available Oct. 5). They also had Sonia Kashuk's latest and the best of their home lines. It was crazy, with loud music and bright red and yellow Target displays everywhere, but they did serve refreshing watermelon juice drinks.The goods: I bought a black and white polka dot mini skirt from Jonathan Saunders's collection, and these metallic blue studded Sigerson Morrison flats - $50 for both, not bad. I think I'll wear one of my new items to the shows tomorrow, hot off the racks.

To see the scene at the Target Bullseye Bodega, read more.

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Fab Finding Follow-Up: Garden Party

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:00:22 -0700

I wasn't lying when I said a light bulb went off in my head when I watched the video of Stella McCartney's garden party. Hence, I'm hosting a fun garden party for some close friends to re-create the resort fun. But this isn't any old garden party; I'm asking guests to dress up, a la Stella's latest collection. I told you to think girly, sophisticated and ethereal.

I started you off with this Mesh Flower Headwrap ($16) because it's just the thing to get your creative juices flowing. Let's see what you all came up with!

Look # 1, created by kendallina, is metallic and earthy; way to tame the shine for daytime.

Mesh Flower Headwrap ($16)	Betsey Johnson Embossed Feather Hoop Earrings - Nordstrom
Badgley Mischka Long Turquoise & Crystal Pendant Necklace - Nordstrom	Alexis Bittar Large Cushion Cuff Bracelet - Nordstrom
Christian Louboutin - Mechamlou Clutch - Saks.com	3.1 Phillip Lim Lurex brocade dress - NET-A-PORTER.COM	Hollywould - Robyn Platform Sandal - eLuxury

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Look # 2, created by WhiplashGirlchild, is super girlie, just the way I intend my garden party to be!

Stella McCartney Ruffle trim blouse \| NET-A-PORTER.COM	Skinny Zip Pant - Arden B
Jimmy Choo Elipse leather sandals \| NET-A-PORTER.COM	La Garconne - Jovovich Hawk Maria Bag
D&G Dolce & Gabbana - Triplet Stackable Bangles, Gold - eLuxury	Nancy Cohen Linear Double Oval Rose Quartz Earrings - - Nordstrom	Mesh Flower Headwrap ($16)

Look # 3, created by nikkeeb, incorporates a splash of yellow and red, perfect for a day under the sun.

Mesh Flower Headwrap ($16)	BI LA LI Cropped jacket \| NET-A-PORTER.COM
Acne Jeans - Strapless Floral Print Dress - eLuxury	Vachetta Sandals - Sandals - Women - JCrew.com
Juicy Couture Garden Party Bracelet - shopbop.com	Maison Martin Margiela - Small Satin Sac Bag - eLuxury

Come Fab Finding With Me: Garden Party

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:00:22 -0700

I wasn't lying when I said a light bulb went off in my head when I watched the video of Stella McCartney's garden party. Hence, I'm hosting a fun garden party for some close friends next weekend to recreate the resort fun. But this isn't any old garden party; I'm asking guests to dress up, a la Stella's latest collection. Think girly, sophisticated and ethereal.

I'll start you off with this Mesh Flower Headwrap ($16) because it's just the thing to get your creative juices flowing.

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Fab garden party.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab-Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab-Finding missions.

To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. For a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar click here.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more

Active Endeavors
Banana Republic
Bluefly
eLuxury
Jildor Shoes
Live Natty
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Pink Mascara