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The Fab Faces of Spring '10

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:00:22 -0800

With Spring ready-to-wear in the bag, designers are conjuring up their Spring ad campaigns, placing the hottest of the hot with the most stylish shutterbugs. Thus far, we know Lara Stone will star in Louis Vuitton's ads, while Daisy Lowe will shine for its swimwear line. In Versace land, Donatella has chosen Fabcon Georgia May Jagger to be photographed by Mario Testino. On the celebrity front, Madonna was snatched up by Dolce & Gabbana - we're hoping she won't look as photoshopped as her previous Louis Vuitton ads.

To learn who else is starring in Spring '10 ads, read more.

Valerija Kelava and Carmen Kass for Celine
Natalia Vodianova for Yves Saint Laurent
Ali Kay (Alex von Furstenberg's fiancee) for Diane von Furstenberg Eyewear
Freja Beha Erichsen, Baptiste Giabiconi, and Claudia Schiffer for Chanel
Kasia Struss for Balenciaga
Raquel Zimmermann for Alexander McQueen
Karlie Kloss for Christian Dior
Ciara for Givenchy

Which Famous Beau Is the Hottest Model?

FabSugar — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:23:51 -0700

There's no doubt about it, Jesus Luz, Gabriel Aubry, and Andrés Velencoso, all have model-worthy looks. But being the boyfriends of the hottest celebs probably helped put them on Spring '10's most desirable menswear catwalks. Madonna's man Jesus walked for Dolce & Gabbana, Givenchy, and Y-3; Halle Berry's baby daddy Gabriel did his thing exclusively for Louis Vuitton; and Kylie Minogue's hottie Andrés worked it for Versace and Jean Paul Gaultier. All are scrumptious, but which famous beau is the hottest model?

Freaky or Fabulous: Ashley and Mary-Kate's Laced Ears

FabSugar — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Girls just wanna have fun. That's exactly what Ashley and Mary-Kate did this past weekend at the Opening Ceremony reception in Japan, when they paired Maison Michel's laced ears with their LBDs - was Madonna on to something? Check out Ashley donning quirky lace Mickey Mouse ears with an LBD from The Row collection, cream coat, Ralph Lauren tortoise sunglasses, studded sandals, and funky red handbag - both from Prada.

Mary-Kate complemented her rabbit ears with a ruffly Toga frock, Prada ankle wrap platforms, and a studded bag from the same designer. No doubt, the two are known for their unique style - play this game to see if you can tell the two apart - and kudos to them for making fashion fun. What do you make of their latest fashion statement?

Who Wore It Better? The Cone Bra

FabSugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:50:22 -0700

Not many dare to wear a cone bra, and in public at that. But the fearless Madonna and Lady Gaga have taken the leap. The former made cone bras famous in 1990 during her Blonde Ambition tour. She wore her ivory cone bra-cum-bodysuit over baggy black pants for her performance (was this one of her Jean Paul Gaultier creations?). Nineteen years later, Lady Gaga is wearing her black PVC cone bra on the streets with a black leather pencil skirt and Yves Saint Laurent studded bag. Clearly Madonna rocked the cone bra first, but the question is - who wore it better?

Madonna Celebrates in Lots of Lace: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:00:22 -0700

Madonna recently celebrated her 51st birthday . . . in style? You tell me. The singer, along with her lover Jesus Luz and kids, boarded a ship in Portofino wearing her version of resortwear for a beachy vacation. Let's see what we have here: a black cardigan over a lace dress, black patent belt, a wide-rim hat, cat-eye sunnies, and overly strappy heels. What are your thoughts - does she pull it off or is she going overboard?

Louis Vuitton Bunny Ears Explained!

FabSugar — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:00:22 -0700

Ever since the first bunny-eared model stepped onto the Louis Vuitton Fall catwalk, and after Madonna donned them at the MET Gala people have been wondering, why the bunny ears? Well, Marc Jacobs has finally explained himself. In the making of the 2009 Fall/Winter ad campaign video, he said: "There's a girl who works for us, Lucy, she's on the design team, and Adrian, one of the boys, was tying a little bit of fabric around and it reminded me of bunny. We were thinking of all these different things like can-can dancers, and I saw this piece of fabric wrapped around Lucy's head and said, 'Bunny ears, that's what we need to finish this look.' So we made all these radzimir bunny ears and that's how it happened. I like the kind of Playboy, French coquette aspect to it." Apparently they made 30 to 40 colors before choosing the right one for Madonna's Fall ad. The bunny ears have been explained . . . we can all breathe now.

Marilyn and Madonna Get Sticky and Sweet

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:00:22 -0700

Anyone else a Marilyn Minter fan? The photographer, known for delicious yet raw imagery, apparently has another big fan by the name of Madonna. The original Material Girl enlisted the photog to create a nine-minute video that will accompany her opening song "Candyshop" on her latest Sticky & Sweet tour. The vid, very sticky and sweet indeed, shows a pair of giant juicy lips playing with sparkly gold, orange, silver, and green goo. Marilyn was so flattered, she expected she would have to pay Madonna, but quite the contrary, "Then [Madonna] actually paid me a bunch of money and sent tickets,” said Minter. Here's a glimpse of the film; this already ran at the Sunshine Cinemas in NYC and in Times Square earlier this year. Nine minutes of this, giant sized, to Madonna?

See some Marilyn-inspired pics.

Fab Ad: Madonna For Louis Vuitton Fall '09

FabSugar — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:00:22 -0700

One thing is for sure: Madonna and Marc Jacobs can't get enough of those bunny ears. Louis Vuitton's Fall '09 campaign, shot by Steven Meisel in NYC, captures (an overly) Photoshopped image of the the pop star wearing an outfit similar to the one she proudly paraded to the Met Gala complete with '80s-inspired mesh fingerless gloves and an oversized LV monogrammed bag. Madonna's mannequin-like pose and blemish-free face are too unrealistic for my taste but might appeal to some Material Girl aficionados. What say you - a hit or major diss?

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FABTV: Madonna "Like a Prayer"

FabSugar — Sun, 31 May 2009 06:13:22 -0700

This vid conjures up so many emotions. And remember, it brewed some Madonna backlash, thanks to the burning crosses? As always, where would we be without her? The song itself is one of her most beautiful, heartfelt melodies - you can't help but belt it out. Madonna's look is very gothic romance, very Dolce & Gabbana. Dark and curly Madonna was short-lived, but super fine. My favorite part is when Madonna starts dancing with the choir - so fun - and the last shot of her with the burning crosses in the background. No choice your voice can take me there . . .

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Madonna

FabSugar — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:16:00 -0700

Madonna is never one to shy away from extreme fashion, and tonight she sealed the deal. The singer stepped onto the red carpet in a Louis Vuitton outfit that isn't so off-kilter - until you look on top of her head. That's the biggest scrunchie I've ever seen! A large cross necklace, fingerless gloves, and thigh-high boots are all part of the unique look. What do you think - can Madonna pull it off or has she gone too far?

Vote on all of my Costume Institute Gala polls here!

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