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Maison Martin Margiela Fall 2012

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:27:45 PST

There was an ease to Maison Martin Margiela for Fall 2012, and even though the house promoted some interesting ideas - maxi skirt sliced halfway off, anyone? - the majority of the collection was filled with softly tailored separates and outerwear that had a clean, classic timelessness to it. But first, those interesting ideas: turtlenecks that covered models' faces, and dresses and skirts that looked like someone took scissors to a kimono and then stitched it all back together. It still managed to feel clean and precise, perhaps another reference to Japan.

Trends: menswear, kimono-inspired dressing, peplum, deconstruction, and monochromatic dressing.
Colors: black, white, red, camel, and brown.
Key Piece: The menswear-inspired overcoats.
Who Would Wear It: This is for the edgy girl who grows up and wants to look a bit more tailored, but not by mainstream standards - Kristen Stewart of the future.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 11:35:04 PST

Jessica Alba shares her holiday fashion essentials - People
Sweet charity: how to give back this holiday season - Vogue Daily
MyWardrobe buyers share the best of the sale - FabSugar UK
What celebs get paid for plastering their names on clothing lines - Jezebel
Vogue UK's style files of 2010 - Vogue UK
Sense of repurpose: YSL's new Vintage III collection - Interview
Carlos Falchi Grande Boat anaconda hobo - Bag Snob
Barneys said to be eyeing Marie Claire's Taylor Tomasi Hill - The Cut
Maison Martin Margiela to collaborate with Opening Ceremony for Fall 2011 - WWD
How to exchange a gift for something you really love - Stylelist

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 13:00:04 PST

Exclusive: Alexa Chung adds one more exclusive piece to her Madewell collection - People
New ecommerce site L-atitude is the global shopper's choice - Vogue Daily
Look of the day: Jennifer Lopez - Stylelist
Images from Tom Ford's secret hypercontrolled runway show are out - The Cut
Closet diaries: Margherita Missoni - Vogue UK
What did Anna Wintour do for Thanksgiving? - Fashionologie
Mila Kunis and Natalie Portman's Black Swan premiere style -InStyle
Exclusive lawsuit reveals what Vogue actually pays its models - Jezebel
CONFETTISYSTEM decks the halls at J.Crew - Interview
Maison Martin Margiela has flown the coop with green feathers - Purse Blog
Halle Berry in Balmain at the Frankie & Alice LA premiere - Red Carpet Fashion Awards

Three New Ecommerce Sites to Get Excited About!

FabSugar — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 10:00:05 PDT

From Marc Jacobs to Maison Martin Margiela to a super cool local San Francisco boutique called Shotwell, there are three new ecommerce sites for your different shopping needs. First up, Marc has launched a brand-new, interactive store that feels like you just walked into a Marc Jacobs boutique. "It's going back to the roots of the Marc Jacobs brand, which is to be fun, entertaining, engaging and cool," said James Gardner, founder of Createthe Group. It doesn't carry every single item that's in store, but it has selections from Marc Jacobs, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Little Marc Jacobs, and some adorable special items.

For the avant-garde gal, Maison Martin Margiela is finally opening up an eboutique starting Oct. 1. The site will be an X-ray version of the original website and will carry his Fall collections and a limited-edition interpretation of the "5 zips" leather biker jacket.

To find out about one more cool ecommerce site,

And lastly, we're excited to announce that one of Fab's favorite San Francisco boutiques, Shotwell, has gone ecommerce. Now all its badass wears - from brands like Cheap Monday, Elizabeth and James, Mink Pink, and J Brand - are at your fingertips. Sweet! Shop away Fab friends.

Celeb Style: Jessica Alba

FabSugar — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:00:22 PDT

Jessica Alba showed off her slick street style in NYC wearing a modest-length chambray skirt and gray tank. Simple on their own, but Alba turned the fashion factor way up with hardcore accessories. Spiked stacked bracelets, a vintage necklace, cage wedges, a black oversized suede hobo, and sunnies add a majorly fresh touch to her casual cool look.

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:00:22 PDT

Sneak peek: Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent's Fall collection - Lucky
J.Crew’s Jenna Lyons talks picks, preps, and personal connection - Style File
2010 Asian Film Awards - Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Stefano Tonchi officially in at W - The Cut
Nevenka designer says plus-size clothing endorses unhealthy living - Stylelist
Find your signature style in five easy steps - InStyle
Janet Jackson pays tribute to McQueen on the red carpet - People
Modern bohos embrace the red - Modelinia
Maison Martin Margiela Reflector clutch - Purse Blog

The Look For Less: MM6 Maison Martin Margiela Gray Leggings

FabSugar — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:00:22 PST

I own many pairs of leggings but none in gray. I recently got the urge to shop for a pair, something sleek, not sporty. These MM6 Maison Martin Margiela Gray Leggings ($181) are just what I need. They would break up an all-black outfit but still maintain the moody vibe. Too bad they're out of my budget.

To see the look for less,

These Newport News Simply Must-Have Slim Leggings ($12, originally $19) are just right. They have that brooding quality I'm looking for and they're way cheap. I can't wait to pair them with high-heeled booties for a dressy look and with flats while running errands.

Maison Martin Margiela Christmas Decoration Coat: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 05:50:22 PST

Yoox has set up the first-ever Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal collection virtual museum - very cool. There, you can find the designer's kookiest, coolest pieces, including this Maison Martin Margiela Christmas Decoration Evening Coat ($9,885). Would you rock it at your holiday party? It's not worth the money, especially since you can DIY it for way less.

Maison Martin Margiela Slit-Sleeve Silk Shirt: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:00:22 PDT

You want stylish wings? This Maison Martin Margiela Open Slit-Sleeve Silk Shirt ($695) is your answer. I'm seriously torn about whether or not I approve. On the one hand, the concept is unique, a cool take on a regular button-down shirt. But I wonder how comfortable it would be. Plus the price is too much. Help me decide!

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! Also, don't forget to join my Love It or Hate It? group.

Martin Margiela Retires, House Searches For New Creative Director

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:00:22 PDT

After 20 years of designing for his namesake brand, Martin Margiela is officially throwing in his creative hat at Maison Martin Margiela. "Martin has not been there for a long time," said the brand's majority stake holder, Renzo Rosso. "He is here but not here. We have a new fresh design team on board. We are focusing on young, realistic energy for the future; this is really Margiela for the year 2015." With that said, the brand is looking for a new creative director to take the reins and run with it. Offers have been put out to Raf Simons and Haider Ackermann, but both have rejected. Raf decided to renew his contract with Jil Sander, and supposedly, Haider Ackermann turned down the offer because of the brand's refusal to promote the new head designer.