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Inspired Style: Low-Key Lamé Like Carolyn Murphy

Melody Nazarian — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 03:32:04 PST

Lamé is one of those fabrics that can go either way - totally chic or totally cheesy. When I saw Carolyn Murphy looking entirely low-key chic in her lamé harem pants in Muse, I knew I had to replicate that exact look come Spring. It's all about the mix - simple up top, snazzy on bottom. Even if you don't dare to get near lamé, invest in a metallic silver - or gold - skirt ($139, originally $198) or trousers, then finish the look off with a basic, white pocket tank ($31) and killer booties. It's total traffic-stopping appeal.

Countdown to a Fabulous New Year's! Easy Breezy Glitzy Like Lauren Hutton

FabSugar — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 05:32:05 PST

If Lauren Hutton can teach us anything from this shot of her at the 1980 Academy Awards, it's to go gold, keep it simple, wear good tights, and flash a killer smile. We adore shine and love it here in this short, dance-floor-ready dress. Accessories are kept to a minimum, like these sexy black pumps ($214) so the dress can shine. Click items to buy!

Trend Alert: Party on Lamé

FabSugar — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 05:10:05 PST

After seeing this lustrous, casually elegant lamé shirtdress from Club Monaco, we fell in love with the party-appropriate fabric. After all, 'tis the season to indulge, so why not drape yourself in some liquid metallic duds? We're so inspired, we picked out the lamé pieces we want right this second. Get in on them, too!

Charlize Theron in Lamé Lanvin: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:00:22 PST

To say Charlize Theron brought major shine to the Parisian premiere of her latest movie - The Burning Plain - would be an understatement. If her Lanvin pre-Fall gold lamé dress is this shiny in photographs, I wonder how blinding it is in person! I have to say, it's a hard one to pull off, but nothing stands in Charlize's way. The knot detail adds dimension while her Christian Dior pumps lift her up. The Roger Vivier clutch also matches seamlessly. On the runway, the dress was paired with a chunky necklace, but Charlize let it shine for itself. Are you feeling this or is it too loud?

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Celebrity Style: Kate Moss

FabSugar — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:00:08 PST

Fashionable folks gathered at Stella McCartney's London boutique last night to celebrate the annual Christmas light turning on ceremony. The designer's close pal Kate Moss turned up looking festive as ever in a gold lamé top, her signature black blazer, and over-the-knee boots. As always, the model added her personal touch - she threw on a low-slung black belt to downplay the shininess of the top. As you plan your holiday ensembles, consider this comfortable-cum-dazzling look.

Elizabeth & James Ivy Blazer - Sold Out	Twist Neck Sleeveless Dress - Sold Out
MICHAEL Michael Kors black leather covered buckle wide belt - Sold Out	Moschino Cheap and Chic Over the Knee High Heel Boot - Sold Out
Romeo & Juliet Couture black stretch rib knit leggings - Sold Out	Hobo International Patent "Deb" Clutch - Sold Out
Daisy fuentes® gold-tone drop earrings - Sold Out	Juicy Couture Royal Escapades Ring - Sold Out

Check out our new site CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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eBay Find of the Week

FabSugar — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:22:22 PDT

I'm a huge fan of lamé. The metallic fabric instantly adds zest to any look. That's why I died when I saw this Silver Metallic Plunging Top, size medium. It has party-girl written all over it. Still, it maintains a level of sophistication because of the loose fit and knot detail.

The Buy It Now price is $29.99. Good luck and may the chicest woman win!

Pencey Lamé Wrap Jacket: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:00:22 PDT

If you do it right, lamé can look like a shimmering sheen of goodness. Done wrong, you'll most likely end up looking, well, lame. I need your opinion on this Pencey Lamé Wrap Jacket ($253). I like the relaxed shape and metallic shine, but is it borderline tacky?

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.

Trend Alert: Far from Lame Lamé

FabSugar — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 06:00:22 PDT

Let's face it: Lamé got a bad rap. The world experienced too much of a good thing in the excessive '80s. I think we've finally recovered from the overdose. Here we are, far from lame lamé. Mad Men's January Jones shows us how to have fun in lamé in her one shoulder belted frock. She slices the sheen up with a black banded belt but dares to wear metallic sandals to keep the fluidity. Does she pull it off? Is lamé still lame? You tell me.

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J. Crew Whisper Lamé Shirt: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:00:22 PDT

This J. Crew Whisper Lamé Slim Shirt ($110) is a far cry from your average button-down shirt. The lamé sheen adds sass to this classic cut shirt, and wouldn't it be fun way to spice up your work garb? I'm sold, are you?

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.

Not Lame at All: How to Import CDs Without Losing Any Quality

GeekSugar — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:00:06 PDT

Audiophiles, take note: Did you know that there is a world outside of iTunes when it comes to ripping your CDs? Instead of simply using iTunes to import your music, you can download LAME (the worst name for the coolest download). I can't say I've ever noticed, but apparently you lose a bit of the sound quality when you rip to iTunes, whereas LAME is a "loss-less" encoder, so you retain the sound quality when you convert your tunes to MP3s.

Available for Linux, Windows, Mac, after you download LAME, you'll have to open it when you want to rip a CD, but you will still be able to use iTunes to listen to it. Sit back with your favorite album and a glass of wine to enjoy this generation's version of snaps, crackles, and pops!

Ports 1961 Draped Lamé Jacquard Dress - Sold Out	3.1 Phillip Lim Double-breasted lamé blazer - Sold Out
Torn By Ronny Kobo Bella Pleated Metallic Dress - Sold Out	Equipment Signature Blouse - Sold Out
Gryphon Silver Metallic Lame Jacket - Sold Out	Twelfth St. By Cynthia Vincent Corset Dress with Pleating - Sold Out
Moschino Cheap and Chic Lamé pencil skirt - Sold Out	M MISSONI Short dress - Sold Out
Elie Tahari Keaton Dress - Sold Out	Michael Kors Silver lamé sarong skirt - Sold Out
French Connection Glaze Dress - Sold Out	Halston Heritage Shirred Shoulder Short Dress - Sold Out
Chris Benz- Lurex Long Sleeve Tee, Nude - Sold Out	Marc Jacobs Lamé velvet pencil skirt - Sold Out
Rebecca Minkoff Lamé Shorts - Sold Out

Antique Gold Dot Dresses by Alexia Admor - Sold Out	Mischen Knot Top - Sold Out
Carolina Herrera Lame Degrade Dress - Sold Out	Shiny Triangle Top - $26.00
Grey Ant Lamé Slip - Sold Out	AKA New York Metallic Bodice Empire Dress - Sold Out
Diane von Furstenberg Lesley Draped Lame Tank Dress - Sold Out	Helmut Lang Lame Dress- Coated Silver - Sold Out
Halter with Lame Shell by Ports 1961 - Sold Out	Julie Haus Milicent Silk Satin Top - Sold Out
Lam,, Knit Dress - Sold Out