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Look of the Day: Sunshine Daydream

FabSugar — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:50:22 -0700

I'm a sucker for a jean jacket, and shiamay wears hers with conviction. This look is a good transitional example; she's layered and cozy, but still manages to show some skin. Cool shades, perfect for an afternoon sunshine daydream.

Here's what she has on:

Jacket: MNG
Shirt: Colours (Malaysian Brand)
Skirt: Krisp
Boots: Aldo
Bag: Aldo

Congrats to shiamay!

Everyone else, join the Look of the Day group, then submit your looks. I might feature you on FabSugar!

Fab Ad: Penelope and Monica Cruz For MNG Mango

FabSugar — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 13:00:22 -0800

As promised here is the new batch of Penelope and Monica Cruz's ads for their new collection for MNG Mango. Shot by Mert and Marcus, the women play with sexuality. In one shot they aim for sexy androgyny and in the other vivid candy apple flirtation. I think these look wonderfully all American; like from the pages of Vogue. Here's a fun game: Try to figure out which sister is which. I've said it before and I'll say it again, the sisterly resemblance is uncanny. What's more, these clothes are cute! They look classic, but fun, and aren't too trendy. The new 38-piece collection for Mango will hit stores mid-February.

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Fab Flash: Mango Sticks With Penelope Cruz

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:00:22 -0800

For the second consecutive season, Penelope Cruz will be the face of fast-fashion chain Mango. The ads, which break globally in February, were shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott in London and feature Mango's signature Spring collection. If you're wondering about the fate of Penelope and her sister Monica's collection for MNG Mango, a second round is set to hit select Mango stores mid-February.

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Mas on Penelope and Monica Cruz for MNG Mango Limited-Edition Collection

FabSugar — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 04:00:22 -0700

You may have been blown away by the uncanny resemblance of the Cruz sisters - weren't we all - but we're blown away by their upcoming limited-edition collection for MNG Mango. When we first heard about Penelope and sister Monica's fashion endeavor we were skeptical, what with all the recent celebrity-turned-designers. But after seeing the sultry duo in pieces from their collection, I'm pretty stoked!

Word on the street is the collection will hit stores September 19 and consist of red-carpet-inspired evening wear, jeans, knits and daywear, based on vintage pieces from their own wardrobes. According to Penelope:

“This is something we’ve wanted to do for a long time. We just had to find the right people to do it with. We’ve always loved clothes – we used to hide in the bathroom with fashion magazines and say, ‘I want that one.’ We’d get a pencil and mark the pictures, and show how we’d transform them at home.”

Crafty and beautiful - say it isn't so. I think this celeb sister tag team may be giving another sister designer team a run for their money, ahem Miller sisters. The Cruz sisters definitely have sex appeal and juicy pouts but, most importantly, what do you all think of the clothes?!

To see more from the collection and images from the ad campaign, read more

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Fab Flash: The Cruz Sisters Are Designing Women

BellaSugar — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 16:21:22 -0700

No way! Is this every pair of sisters' dream or what? I've just heard that Penélope Cruz and her younger sis Monica are set to design a 25 item clothing collection for the Spanish chain Mango. The line will include accessories and also feature an ad campaign in which Pen and Mon will star.

This is not the sisters' first attempt at design. In the past, they have also created jewelry and handbags for the Japanese company, Samantha Thavasa. However, this is their first stab at clothing.

Mango approached the Cruz sisters in their attempt to expand their presence in the U.S. The plan is to roll out 250 new stores over the next ten years.

To read what Penélope has to say, read more

"I select every item, color and size myself. It's a reflection of my taste and what I wear. There is a mix of casual fashion, a few party dresses and accessories at decent prices."

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Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 10:00:22 -0700

Vera's View - Vogue UK
First Look: A.P.C. Fall 2008 - NYLON
10 Years Later, Carrie Coordinated - NY Times
Sex and the City: You've seen the film...now get those designer looks on the High Street - Daily Mail UK
Bye bye Biba - Vogue UK
Saying farewell to a fashion icon - IHT
MNG Mango launches Barbie by MNG Jeans - FWD
Hearts - Vogue UK
The house of Viktor & Rolf comes to the Barbican, with Elle - Elle UK
YSL boutiques pay tribute to late designer - FWD

Fab Site: HauteShopping

FabSugar — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 06:50:33 -0700

I've just been introduced to this fabulous new shopping site, HauteShopping.com, by my friends at Marie Claire. Haute Shopping has exclusive deals and chic steals from your favorite brands for fall. Featured brands include Ann Taylor, C.O. Bigelow, Fred Segal Beauty, GUESS, Island Company, MNG by MANGO, Tarte Cosmetics, Timex, and United Colors of Benetton.

The site is broken down into four parts: fashion, accessories, beauty and events. Inside fashion, accessories and beauty, you can find special deals on all kinds of great products, such as 20% off purchases at MNG by Mango and a free gift with purchase from Tarte Cosmetics. You know I am always up for discounts and free treats, so count me in!

In the events section you can find out about fun fashion events happening all over the country. You can also take a peek behind the scenes of the glamorous world of magazine publishing by watching "The Masthead with Marie Claire." Best of all, you can enter to win a $1,000 shopping spree! See for yourself at HauteShopping.com.

Another Cool Spanish Retailer: Mango

FabSugar — Mon, 09 Oct 2006 14:44:16 -0700

You're probably already familiar with the Spanish fast-fashion chain Zara. Now, allow me to introduce Mango, another very cool retailer that's entrenched in Europe and making its way into the United States. Based in Barcelona, Mango is very affordable, with items starting around $25 and rarely going above $200, though not quite as cheap as H&M. Rather, Mango fashions are priced along the lines of Zara but arguably more chic and youthful than that of its Spanish cousin.

The chain already has eight stores in the U.S.-including a new shop in San Francisco, several in Southern California, and outlets in Chicago and Dallas-and you can also buy many of its duds online here; particularly stunning are the limited-edition styles under Mango's MNG brand.

To see some of the looks from Mango's Fall 2006 collection, read more

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Trend Alert: White Out

FabSugar — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 07:00:22 -0700

You knew this was coming: Warmer weather calls for white! Also, a crisp white item of clothing works wonders for a hangover - oops, did I just say that? But seriously, whether it's to refresh your day, show off your tan or for the hell of it, white definitely has its place in fashion. Upon revitalizing my closet, I realized I have tons of white blouses - and I wear them all. White dresses, on the other hand, not so many. Penelope is leading the white out in her MNG Mango dress, will you follow?

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Fab Flash: Jovovich-Hawk for MNG

FabSugar — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 12:50:22 -0700

Not only is triple-threat actress/model/designer Milla Jovovich one of the faces featured in Spain retailer Mango's ads, it has been reported that her label, Jovovich-Hawk is now also designing for the company. The limited edition partnership features ten quirky dresses - one kimono style, one boho chic, one with amazing ruched detailing below the waist - which have hit 400 of the label's stores. Who do you think has bigger design guns for Mango? Jovovich-Hawk or the Cruz sisters? My vote is with the already fashion designer duo - these gals pictured here!

To check availability in your area, go here, click on "limited edition" then "check availability in stores."

To see more of Jovovich-Hawk for MNG, read more

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