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Do You Still Have Your Prom Dress?

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:12:22 -0800

Ready-Made Prom Outfits via A Devilish Challenge!

FabSugar — Thu, 10 May 2007 08:46:22 -0700

You all are missing out on some serious fun in the A Devilish Challenge group founded by redegg! Here, you can join in on some fashion challenges ranging from fantastical party wear to a trip to the City of Light to positively Posh outfits. The group was inspired by the Fab movie The Devil Wears Prada and has a cheeky air of mystique.

Most recently, they whipped together a challenge to find prom looks for the price of take out! Not only is that a genius title, but these looks are pretty smokin'. My favorite look, shown here, was created by atoxicsparkle . I love it because I was actually quite prim and proper for my prom and this look is sassy and fun! To see the rest of the prom looks go here!

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Would You Let a Project Runway Designer Create Your Prom Dress?

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:00:22 -0800

What's "horrible and tacky and gross"? Last night's Project Runway challenge, according to Christian. The designers were asked to make prom dresses according to the specifications of some very opinionated high-school girls. I can't blame the girls: Who doesn't want to look good at prom?! Kevin was stuck in memories of his own Jersey prom, Rami twisted up a matronly frock, Ricky washed out his client, and Christian earned a berating from Nina Garcia herself. After all the mess that went down, could you confidently say you would put your prom dress's destiny in a PR designer's hands? If so, which one?

For a full run down of the "What a Girl Wants" episode, be sure to check out what Buzz has to say.

Photos courtesy of Bravo.

Freaky or Fabulous? Giles's Spring Spiders

FabSugar — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 06:50:22 -0700

For his Spring '10 runway show at Paris Fashion Week, Giles Deacon delivered a colorful and quirky collection filled with prom-inspired dresses, metallic pants, and see-through gowns. However, it was the abundance of creepy, crawly spiders that induced my fear. Indeed, I suffer from slight arachnophobia (although I guess I don't mind daddy longlegs, they eat other bugs, right?). And so, I don't understand why anyone would want to have a furry, eight-legged creature hanging off her chest. Maybe there are some fashionphiles out there that share Giles's love for spiders, just not me. Freaky or fabulous?

Fab Read: Rebel Rebel, Anti-Style

FabSugar — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 03:00:22 -0700

A bit of a rebel himself, British singer-turned-designer Keanan Duffty has penned a book that will appeal to, well, rebels. Rebel Rebel: Anti-Style ($23), debuting Sept. 8, is a 144-page book exploring how the "heritage and history" of fashion staples like the T-shirt and leather jacket have inspired that style. Famous rebels like Elvis Presley, James Dean, Johnny Depp and Gwen Stefani are also highlighted, as are denim, rock T-shirts and hoodies, hair, makeup, and body art. "When you walk into vintage stores, there are different sections for tuxedos, prom dresses, etc. We approached the book the same way," Duffty said. Makes total sense.

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Look Book Love: Forever 21, Prom '09

FabSugar — Fri, 15 May 2009 03:50:22 -0700

My prom was eons ago but there's no harm in reminiscing. Won't you join me? Helping us conjure up fond memories is Forever 21's adorable Prom '09 Look Book. Seeing these teenage girls and guys in their flirty getups makes me wish prom never ended. If I could go back, I would definitely do a few things differently, like wear a short dress and take pictures at a beachside amusement park. Why didn't I think of that back then? Viva prom!

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Fab Flash: Met Costume Institute Gala Dates and Designers Revealed

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:00:22 -0700

The Costume Institute Gala, kicking off May 4, has everyone giddy with anticipation. Like prom, one of the most important decisions is choosing your dress and date. This year, the "Model as Muse" theme has inspired many designers to choose models as their dates, while others are sticking to their usual beau and celeb buddies. Word has it Marc Jacobs will dress fellow cohost Kate Moss in his own design, while Madonna and Kerry Washington are set to don Louis Vuitton. "How did you hear that?" said Washington. "I am so excited about my ensemble. I know what I'm wearing, but I'm not telling."

To see which celebrities, designers, and models paired up for the upcoming fashion festivities, read more

Francisco Costa is rumored to be dressing Halle Berry.
Lily Donaldson will attend with Narciso Rodriguez.
Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson will appear as guests of Karl Lagerfeld.
Jessica Stam will wear Rodarte.
Gisele Bündchen will attend as John Galliano's date.
Jessica Alba will wear Jason Wu.
Derek Lam will attend with Liya Kebede.
Ciara will attend as a guest of new Pucci's Peter Dundas.
Lauren Hutton will attend with Michael Kors.
Brian Reyes will dress Ivanka Trump.
Coco Rocha is teaming up with Isaac Mizrahi.
Rachel Bilson will wear a custom dress designed by Brian Atwood.
Heidi Klum will walk the stairs of the Met with Gilles Mendel.

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2009 Fall New York Fashion Week: A Few Fab Words With . . . Privileged Star Joanna Garcia at BCBG

FabSugar — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:00:22 -0800

I know you all love some BCBG, and guess who does too? Privileged star Joanna Garcia. I chatted with her front row at the show, and a new girl crush started to develop. Before I take you into the mind of Joanna - the clothes. They were architectural and fluid, hard and soft. Colors ranged from ivory to dusty wineberry to teal to steel gray. BCBG focused on the future and constructivism. I'll pass on the cocoon-like coats, but the fluid dresses always make me melt. Fabrics were diverse: wool jacquard, silk, micro jersey, and velvet. The shibori-dyed items piqued my interest, delivering an exotic side of BCBG. What really made the clothes shine, though, were the hypnotizing gold and pewter legging tights; now those were future chic.

Here's what Joanna and I chatted about:

We have a website called CelebStyle.com where we cover your Privileged wardrobe.

"Yeah, I know! It's so great. The girls have much more fun stuff on there, but I definitely love looking at all that stuff; I think it's such a great website."

Can you talk about your wardrobe on the show?

"My wardrobe is pretty basic. Cute tops, and sweaters, and jeans, stuff like that. Very much my everyday style. The other girls have a lot more fun. I actually helped design an original dress for our season finale. It took three fittings, and I was like 'This is for the birds! This is a lot of work,' so I leave the high fashion to the other girls. It was absolutely beautiful though. It was made for me, and I’ve never had that before, except my prom dress when I was 17 and it didn't turn out as nice."

To read the rest and to see more from the BCBG runway, read more.

Is this your first Fashion Week?

"This is my first New York Fashion Week. I've been to LA Fashion Week. This is very exciting. This is my first show – I'm only going to two – I'm flying back to LA tomorrow. It's very dramatic. I'm going to Rag & Bone, I'm a big fan. But I wear BCBG more than anything."

Who are some of your other favorite designers right now?

"I've always been a Marc Jacobs fan. And I love Stella McCartney, her stuff is off the charts. Some of the dresses from Blumarine - I got to wear one for the Golden Globes - they were amazing. I just pick and choose; anything that's beautiful and comfortable and vibrant colors I am so in love with."

And you're a redhead so you look great in bold colors.

"It's kind of amazing. I was a blonde my whole life until Privileged, and once I became a redhead I had no idea what I was getting into; I don’t think I'll ever go back."

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2009 Spring Couture: Christian Lacroix

FabSugar — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:00:22 -0800

Opulent, whimsical, vivid - all adjectives you can count on Lacroix to bring. However, considering this is couture, the French great toned things down a tad. There's still plenty of pouf and crazy, but this collection felt tame. Or maybe I just prefer when Lacroix goes mad . . . Influences were varied: Spanish luxe, retro prom, Parisian flourish, but it was unmistakably Lacroix. Some dresses resembled exotic bouquets of flowers, while others an English garden party. Meanwhile, separates were jumbled together to create a high-end hodgepodge - very inspiring. Stacked bangles and oversize earrings were noteworthy. Then there's the bride, in her white and gold decadent glory. As always with Lacroix, I'm smitten.

To see more lavish Lacroix couture, read more

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The Bag to Have: Urban Renewal Taffeta Bow Bag

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

Not only is this Urban Renewal Taffeta Bow Bag ($38) adorable, it's made out of old prom dresses. So cool how Urban Outfitters used recycled taffeta scraps to make it. Way to reuse and recycle! It's perfect for a casual day of shopping, lunching, or running errands. At night, tuck the straps into the bag and you have yourself a clutch.