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CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Award Nominees Announced!

FabSugar — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:00:22 -0700

The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund top-10 nominees have been announced and it's filled with major talent. The wide range of genius includes eco-conscious creators, Monique Pean and Alabama Chanin's Natalie Chanin, edgy designers Flora Gill and Alexa Adams of Ohne Titel, and even men's footwear extraordinaire, George Esquivel for Esquivel Shoes - stiff competition! The chosen one and two runners-up will be announced at the annual gala on Nov. 16. The prize? Cash and mentoring from the industry's crème de la crème.

(L-R: Ohne Titel, Alabama Chanin, and Sophie Theallet)

To see who else made the cut, read more.

Gary Graham
Patrik Ervell
Simon Spurr, of Spurr
Sophie Theallet
Waris Ahluwalia, of House of Waris
Wayne Lee, of Wayne

Fab Flash: 2009 Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation Winners Announced

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:00:08 -0800

The recipients of Ecco Domani's 2009 Fashion Foundation awards have been announced. The womenswear category winners are Lyn Devon, Matthew Ames, Cushnie et Ochs by Carly Cushnie and Michelle Ochs, and Ohne Titel by Alexa Adams and Flora Gill. Corpus, by Jerrod Cornish and Keith Richardson, took the honor in menswear, and jeweler Monique Péan received the prize in the accessories group.

In addition, Bodkin Brooklyn designers Eviana Hartman and Samantha Pleet were granted an inaugural award for sustainable design. Each emerging label will receive a $25,000 grant towards their show at NY Fashion Week in February. They join the list of past beneficiaries, which includes Alexander Wang, Zac Posen, and Rodarte. Congratulations to all - we can't wait to see more from these talented designers!

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Monique Pean Knows Jewels

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 15:39:54 -0700

We have a new fabulous jewelry find! Designer Monique Pean creates unique necklaces that will add the perfect accent to any outfit. She combines antique materials with luxurious fabrics and semi precious and precious stones to perfect this wearable art.

These delicate chains and stone pendants can layer with any dress for a chic summer look, and will carry well into the fall. We think you'll love this line - it's a great way to make an effortless statement that is truly unique!

Nicky, Paris and Nicole have recently been spotted wearing pieces from this line. Prices from the summer 2006 collection range from $99 to $484. Lots more pictures of these fabulous necklaces so read more

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The Full-On Fashion Crowd at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards

FabSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:00:22 -0800

It was a fashion explosion last night at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards. Designers, models, editors, photographers, and muses gathered in NYC to see who would win the grand prize - $200,000 and a year of mentoring. Presenters included Lanvin's Alber Elbaz and Nicole Kidman, while Anna Wintour and Diane von Furstenberg played hostesses. Models and actresses dressed up to the freshest of American designers - there were smiles all around. The biggest smile was worn by the winner, Brooklyn-born designer Sophie Theallet, and the runners-up were Patrik Ervell and Monique Pean. Go behind-the-scenes with Vogue and see Sophie's post-win tweet. Congrats to all!
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