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Trend Alert: Studly Vests

FabSugar — Thu, 21 May 2009 13:00:22 -0700

The studly vest is an elusive thing. It can be rocker, it can be bohemian, it can be Balmain! Or all of the above for Beyonce with Jay-Z in España. Without her fierce vest, B's outfit would have been ho-hum, but she knows the power of this slice of style. I'm thinking a studded vest is the perfect piece for a Summer concert, or - if you're feeling experimental - throw one over a bikini for a rebellious beach party look. Work it, own it . . .

LaROK 'Invasion' Open Stud Vest - $278.00	Aqua Black Studded Vest - $68.00
William Rast Studded Ruffle Vest - $209.00	Pencey Vest - $292.00
Golden Goose Studded Suede Vest - $783.00	Studded Fleece Vest - $39.95

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Trend Alert: Tailored and Cropped

FabSugar — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:00:22 -0800

Fabcon Zoe Kravitz is always in the fashion know, so it wasn't surprising to see her wearing a tailored and cropped tuxedo jacket from Alexander Wang's Fall collection. This shorter cut looks insanely cute against a long top - look at Zoe for inspiration - or when paired with a flirty frock. See, it's all about contrasting different lengths for a fun, new look. Are you down?

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Simply Fab: Pencey Tube Skirt

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:00:22 -0800

I'm a sucker for a multi-functional fashion piece and this Pencey Tube Skirt ($198) is tricky. We all agree Pencey is a new favorite designer, and stripes are always cool, so this tube skirt has Fab written all over it. The lightweight jersey fabric skirt comes in white with either black or lemon yellow stripes, and can be adjusted via ties on the sides. They call it a skirt, but I'm wondering if it can be cinched up, belted, and even be worn as a third-option tube dress. It's items like this that make my imagination run wild . . .

A Few Fab Words With Pencey

FabSugar — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 09:00:22 -0800

Among the many commonalities Shopbop and I share is our intense adoration for all things Pencey. Shopbop houses many of the brand's dope dresses, leggings, blazers, skirts, and scarves. The more I see their pieces, the more I crave them. Currently, I'm crushing on the one-shoulder dress and ripped cutoff shorts (below), and the coral blazer romper. Notice how not only are their clothes unique, but so are their too-cool-for-school styling methods. I recently had the pleasure of chatting with designers Kate Wendelborn and Christina Minasian about their craft, their closets, and their inspiration.

What type of girl do you design for?
We design for ourselves, our friends, and any girl who wants to stand out in a crowd.

Most of your pieces are off-kilter and experimental. Are they a reflection of your own personal styles?
The pieces are not so experimental themselves. It's more in the way that you wear them. Pencey is definitely a reflection of both our styles.

Is there any item you refuse to work with or is it all fair game for Pencey?
Pretty much all fair game. Our minds change every five minutes.

To hear the rest, and to see more from Pencey's Spring line, read more.

How do you go about setting yourself apart from other brands in the market?
We try to make clothes that girls feel cool in. And we don't take ourselves too seriously.

What are some key piece from the Spring collection?
We used a lot of hardware like safety pins, hook and eyes, and studs. And a lot of floral prints.

Do you ever get designer's block during the process or is it pretty much smooth sailing?
If we get blocked we instantly move. The harder you think about something the worse the block gets. Sometimes we have to break it up by going on PopSugar! (Sweet)

If we looked in your closet we would see a lot of . . .
White t-shirts.

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Trend Alert: Feathery Friends

FabSugar — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:00:22 -0800

It's all about texture, and more texture. Meet my new feathery friends. The hybrid of feather and fluff makes for a fun vintage look. Check out how Kate rocked an extra voluminous bronze Burberry frock, while Nicole Kidman radiated in a white shaggy mini by L'Wren Scott at the Australia premiere. If you're not keen on wearing this look head-to-toe, try separates like Tomei in her Alberta Ferretti skirt. Take the plumage and shake a tail feather.

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Dress Me Up: Bundle of Cool

FabSugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:00:22 -0800

Among the things I love about Fall is that you can dress comfortably without being slobby. Roomy sweaters are the way to go - they provide warmth, hide the effects of comfort food, and make you a feel like a bundle of cool.

Shopbop has a collection of sweaters that fit the bill. This b.chyll Sable Cashmere Sweater ($418) is extra spacious and comes with handy oversize pockets. Sweet. Just be sure to keep the bottom portion of your outfit slim to balance out the look.

Pencey Lamé Wrap Jacket: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:00:22 -0700

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?

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Celebrity Style: Leighton Meester

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:00:22 -0700

Leighton Meester debuted a sexy body-conscious look at the Tribeca Film Festival, complete with bustier and asymmetrical belt. This Pencey dress fits her like a dream and the white accenting takes the usually Fall-friendly olive green and updates it for a fresh look. It’s a departure from the very girly looks we’re used to seeing her in for Gossip Girl, but Leighton/Blair is pretty much fashion eye candy either way.

Pencey Cummerbund Dress - $380.00	rsvp - Julia (White Leather) - $75.60
Swirling Bubbles Necklace - $158.00	Abas 'Hannah' Crocodile Embossed Frame Clutch - $198.00
Spear Chandelier Earring - $3.80

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Trend Alert: The Roaring '20s

FabSugar — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 02:00:22 -0800

Queen of the red carpet, Diane Kruger, continues to inspire. Of all the New Year's parties that went down, this looks like the most Fab one. Soho Grand's "Great Gatsby" was the place to be - beads, bubbly and babes for everyone! Who doesn't like to play dress up with the decades once in a while. You know I'm game. And so is Diane.

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Pencey Spring '09

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:55:35 -0800

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Urban Renewal Cropped Suit Jacket - $68.00	Cropped Tuxedo-Style Jacket - $49.90
Pencey Women's Shad Bully Blazer - $432.00	LABOUR OF LOVE - Striped cotton Clown blazer - $236.09
Deanna Cropped Blazer - $24.80	Elizabeth and James "Ivy Buffalo" Plaid Blazer and "Boyfriends" Wool Flannel Trousers - $206.25
Gorgeous cropped leather jacket - $159.00	Miss Sixty Erika Black Blazer - $239.00
Manoush Crop Double Breasted Jacket - $264.00	Rag & Bone Cropped Mini Blazer - $360.00

Black Feather Cocktail Dresses by Sue Wong - $518.00	Rozae Nichols Feather Top - Black - $251.00
Feather Tube Dress - $248.00	Elizabeth and James Plume Skirt - $765.00
Ruched Feather Dress - $28.99	Walter Feathered Organza Bead Trimmed Top - $270.00
Pencey Feather Dress - $356.00	Fendi Feather Skirt - $925.00
Haute Hippie Feather Dress - $625.00	Milana Feather Fringe Dress - $368.00
Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Feather Sleeve Blouse - $290.00	BCBGMAXAZRIA black silk chiffon ostrich feather trim dress - $382.00

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Giant Cozy Cardigan - $385.00	291 Alpaca Cardigan - $278.00
Pencey Hooded Pullover - $423.00	VPL Apocrine Knit Sweater - $495.00
b.chyll Chloe Cashmere Cardigan - $528.00	Bop Basics Cashmere Oversized Cowl Neck Sweater - $250.00
Free People Boiled Fringe Jacket - $168.00	Sunner V Neck Tie Caftan - $255.00
Theory Roland Cashmere Sweater - $335.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs Bryce Sweater - $398.00
ADAM Hand Cabled Slouchy Long Sweater - $425.00	Antik Batik Figo Caban Cardigan - $268.00
VPL Sphericity Sweater - $465.00	b.chyll Sable Cashmere Sweater - $418.00
VPL Bellmer Scoop Sweater - $365.00

Vero Wool Cloche - $18.80	Pencey Double Layer Drop Waist Dress - $395.00
Maloles Sofia Ballet Flats - $272.00	Beaded Necklace Set - $5.80
Basic Cashmere Glove - $42.00	Tufi Duek black silk gold leaf beaded skirt - $275.00
Women's Chunky Beaded Bracelets - $9.50	Adrienne Landau Fox Fur Stole - $925.00
Sass & Bide The Outsiders Singlet in Cream - $319.00	Silver Strand Shoulder Duster Earring - $34.00
Tibi Deco Shift Dress - $391.00