Charles Albert's Over-the-Top Gems: Love It or Hate It?


Updated 12/10/10 9:45 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Charles Albert Oversize Gemstone Jewelry

While I would definitely consider myself a fan of statement necklaces — and statement rings and statement bracelets, for that matter — I'm not sure how I feel about these extreme gemstone pieces from Charles Albert Jewelry. Each brazenly bold bauble is handmade, one of a kind, and pretty enormous. As intrigued as I am by the giant necklaces, I also have to wonder about the safety issues — Read more

Best of 2010: Accessories Trend of the Year


Updated 12/09/10 3:29 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

FabSugar's Best of 2010: Accessories Trend of the Year

It was quite the year for the accessory-obsessed: there were definitely loads of baubles, bags, and footwear to drool over! Any fashionista worth her weight in gold tried at least one of these cool crazes, if not all of them. In 2010, we got schooled by chic backpacks, wrapped up in stylish turbans, and swallowed alive by giant knuckle rings. Our feet were festooned with tough motorcycle Read more

The Look For Less: Robert Lee Morris For Elizabeth and James Knuckle Ring


Updated 08/20/09 1:27 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

The Look For Less: Robert Lee Morris For Elizabeth and James Knuckle Ring

Show of hands: how many of you really badly wanted this funky Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth and James Knuckle Ring ($195) but forced yourself to forget it due to the steep price? If you raised, then this is your lucky day, because there is an almost identical version of the ring for less than half the price. Sorry to do this to your business, MK and Ashley! To see the look for Read more

Acrylic Nails Make Cool Jewelry, Turns Out


Updated 05/19/11 7:39 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Acrylic Manicure Fingernail Jewelry 2011-05-18 10:18:00

Artist Islay Taylor was inspired to create these acrylic nails knuckle dusters after listening to rapper Kid Sister's song "Pro Nails." They're all hand-painted, actual acrylic nails set into bezels, and it's interesting to see something we think of as an artificial accessory turned into real jewelry. What do you think about turning fancy nails into jewelry? And if you'd like to see the rings up Read more

Met Gala: Hilary Rhoda


Updated 05/03/11 6:25 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Hilary Rhoda in Alexander McQueen at the 2011 Met Gala

Hilary Rhoda paid tribute to the man of the night by wearing a head-to-toe Alexander McQueen outfit. The model went against the grain and chose to wear a short off-white suiting-inspired dress paired with a gold knuckle ring, beaded clutch, and equally fierce footwear. A slick side-parted bun, dramatic eyes, and red lips conclude her standout ensemble. Thoughts? Vote on all of our Met Gala polls Read more