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Edge Up Your Ladylike Look: Shop Spring's Coolest Printed Pencil Skirts

Marisa Tom — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:42:26 PDT

If you're taking Spring's affinity for all things ladylike to heart, then surely you've taken stock of the season's most shoppable ultrafeminine silhouettes. From dainty collar details to full-skirted dresses, it's all about indulging our girlier side. To keep this trend fresh and just a little bit funky, we've honed in on the form-flattering pencil skirt - scouting out the prettiest, and some of the boldest, printed versions we could find. Dolce & Gabbana sent vibrant veggie-themed skirts down the runway, Prada fired up its leather-infused pencil shape with flames emblazoned on the hem, and Peter Pilotto took bright to the next level with its plethora of cool digital print iterations. The fun, and sometimes fantastical, designs do the work for you, so styling's super simple - just add slick heels and a breezy topper. Want to snag your perfect printed pencil skirt? Shop our top picks in the slideshow now.

Try Out These 5 Flattering Spring '12 Runway Silhouettes

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:33:58 PST

Let's be real: the body types that walk the runway aren't necessarily the ones that walk the streets - so it can sometimes be daunting to find fashion trends that will actually work for your figure. Luckily, Spring's runways showed some universally pleasing trends that have the potential to suit any shape - and there are surprisingly easy ways to make them work for your real life. First up: cutout shoulders. There's really no easier or faster way to show off toned arms and lend a bit of sex appeal to your look. Click through to see more of Spring's most flattering silhouettes, and get tips on how to try them yourself.

Fab's January Must Haves!

FabSugar — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 10:28:32 PST

It's a new year, it's a new Fab! I already shared my fashion resolutions for 2011, and now I divulge my most current obsessions. As you can see, I'm feeling bright, citrus hues, earthy tones, utilitarian touches, and still a bit ladylike, of course. I have a brand-new bag love - hint: Vanessa Bruno - and I'm planning on wearing lots of ribbed pencil skirts this year. Click through to check out my latest January must haves and feel free to shop!

Top 5 Fall Essentials Every Woman Needs

Lucky — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:01:47 PDT

We're thrilled to present our favorite Lucky story here on Fab!

We've given it much thought and after careful contemplation, we've narrowed down the top five essentials you must own this season. Click through to see each one on our favorite celebrities!

The Pencil Skirt: A pencil skirt is an incredibly versatile piece because it can be worn day or night. Wear one to work, for example, paired with a button-down for a refined and sophisticated look. At night, give your skirt a sexy spin by adding a blousey top or slinky tank.

To see four other Fall essentials, visit Lucky!

For more fashion fun from Lucky, here are more Lucky stories. Related links: This Week I Want To Look Like: Rihanna, Top 3 Sales Happening Today, How To Get Clothes Fresh and Clean-Without Using Laundry Detergent

Fab Finger Discount: New York & Co. Floral Pencil Skirt

FabSugar — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:00:22 PDT

These New York & Co. Floral Pencil Skirts ($12, originally $40) totally remind me of Thakoon. In fact, the cranberry colored one reminds me of Michelle Obama's red and purple Thakoon frock. I can't decide which version I like best, they're all so pretty.

Here's why you need one (or all three): they're a modern alternative to the basic black pencil skirt, they're super inexpensive, and they're the perfect rich hues for Fall. To counterbalance the fanciness, I would wear one with a gray tee and a faux fur collar scarf. And if the length is too stuffy for you, chop it or wear it as a paperbag skirt!

Online Sale Alert! Discounts at Acrimony

FabSugar — Fri, 29 May 2009 12:00:22 PDT

There's a boutique in San Francisco - Acrimony - that I love to frequent for its fashion-forward selection. Thanks to its online shop, everyone can partake in the progressive fun. If you're on a tight budget, peruse its sale section, which has interesting pieces by VPL, Stretsis, Wayf, and United Bamboo.

In the market for a pencil skirt? Consider this sleek Quail Reckoner Skirt ($82, originally $164), which also comes in black. Reminds me of something Victoria Beckham would wear . . .

For more great deals, check out SaleHabit.com!

Look of the Day: Pretty Presents

FabSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 03:00:08 PST

Look at ur_momm's pretty presents she got for Christmas. Her boyfriend's mom gifted her this lovely tie-neck blouse and black pencil skirt. The result is a smart, sophisticated gal with no sign of stuffiness. I like it.

Here's what she has on:

Top: TeenFlo
Skirt: TeenFlo
Shoes: Essentials

Congrats to ur_momm!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!

The Spring Runway Trend That Was Meant to Ruffle Feathers

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 17 May 2012 12:53:51 PDT

The feathers were most definitely flying on the runways for Spring, and designers made it abundantly clear that a little touch of plumage can go a long way. At Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs showed an innocent young debutante, flitting about in frothy feather-trim dresses and candy-colored pencil skirts, while Ralph Lauren's runway spotlighted full-blown Great Gatsby-era opulence, giving way to beaded gowns and marabou toppers. Not only were feathers a huge runway trend, but they've been taking off on the red carpet too - just recently at the 2012 Met Gala, style stars like Diane Kruger, Kate Bosworth, and Beyoncé all sported gorgeous gowns fitted with the fluffy stuff, proving that feathers can look fun, flirty, and ultimately glamorous. The best news of all? A feathered dress, skirt, or a bit of feather trim on a top can be incredibly wearable for day or night. We're giving you a head start on trying the trend by rounding up 10 of our favorite feathered pieces for Spring. Click through to see and shop them all now.

See How Style-Setting Celebrities Bring the Heat in Hot Pink

Brittney Stephens — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:51:36 PDT

With all the bold pops of color to choose from this season - yellow, lime, aqua - is there any one more classic that hot pink? Not only did we spot the hue in Spring collections from Tory Burch, Nanette Lepore, and more, but some of our favorite style-setting celebs have been incorporating the color into their wardrobes as well. Though the standard for red-carpet fixtures like Nina Dobrev, Caroline Sieber, and Lindsay Ellingson is to pair these brights with neutral black or white, you can always take it a step further by mixing your brights together - think a hot pink top with bright blue trousers, or an electric yellow blouse tucked into a pink pencil skirt. For some more chic examples, we've rounded up 10 of our favorite recent celebrity examples of hot pink done right. Click through to see how they do it, then shop our editors' picks.

Sneak Peek! Club Monaco Shows Irresistible Prints and Textures For Fall '12

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:11:48 PDT

Club Monaco just released its Fall lookbook filled with two-toned tweed blazers, printed trousers, and plenty of pretty blouses to take you into the chillier months ahead. The collection, inspired by Linda McCartney’s Life in Photographs, the leading male characters in the Silent Generation, and block-print patterns from Jewish-French artist Sonia Delaunay, focused on tailored pieces with a casual twist via pajama-like cropped suit sets, multicolored silk striped dresses, and graphic-printed separates tempered with chic blazers and tweed jackets. Read below for our favorite looks, then click the slideshow to see Club Monaco's complete Fall collection.

This green silk maxi dress is perfect for pairing with ankle boots in the warmer months, then layered with a cozy turtleneck and blazer when it gets colder outside.
We love the idea of styling louche printed trousers with a streamlined blouse and sleek jewels for a day at the office.
Tweed never looked so good thanks to this sleek blazer rendition, especially when paired with a simple pencil skirt and blouse.