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The Most Stylish Stars of MOCA

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:00:22 -0800

I can't get over the multitude of style at Saturday night's MOCA 30th Anniversary Gala in LA. There was a lot of Prada and Miu Miu going on, but Kate Beckinsale delivered a healthy dose of red carpet color in her silky teal Andrew Gn gown. Isn't it fit to perfection? Not often do you have Angelina and Brad along with so much eye candy . . . snack attack! Source: WireImage

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FabSugar Exclusive! Taylor Jacobson, A Lady Who Lunches . . . With an Edge

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:45:22 -0800

All good things must come to an end. And that includes Rachel Zoe's work relationship with her platinum-blond style associate, Taylor Jacobson. You either loved her or hated her - but you have to admit you loved her wardrobe. I couldn't shut up about her awesome jackets; Chanel, Dries van Noten, Balenciaga, sigh. You may recall I spoke with Rachel at the beginning of this last season of The Rachel Zoe Project and she shared that Taylor has a heart of gold. I'm sure Taylor's leaving Rachel Zoe was melancholy for all parties involved - the two have worked together since January 2005. I know I will miss drooling over her jackets and watching her and Brad's banter.

We caught up with Taylor this week, and though she didn't divulge details about her departure, she has a positive outlook on life - something we seldom see from the show's supposed villain. And, can I just add, Taylor gives Fab favorite Diane Kruger props for having stellar style - great minds . . . Listen up.

What should we expect to see from you in the next year?

I look forward to exploring styling on my own and the new opportunities and experiences it is going to bring.

Who are your go-to designers right now?

Chris Benz, Alexander Wang, and Prabal Gurung.

Whose style do you admire?

I think Diane Kruger has great style and even more impressive is that she does it herself.

To read the rest of the interview and to see a gallery of Taylor on TRZP, read more.

How would you describe your style?

Ladies who lunch with an edge.

Has being on TV changed your style at all?

No. I think I have always been true to my sense of style.

What was your last big splurge?

I’m trying to be recession savvy at the moment.

What are the most ridiculous trends right now?

I don’t think that anything is ridiculous, you can always make something work with the right styling.

I will never be caught dead in . . .

There is nothing I won’t try.

Most overrated designer? Most underrated?

I respect the art form of design, and I think they should all be respected for sharing their art with us.

Have you ever considered designing your own line of clothing or accessories?

At this point I’m entertaining all ideas. I am walking into this new chapter with an open mind.

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Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:00:22 -0700

Frugal snob: Rachel Zoe for QVC - Bag Snob
A look back at NYFW: Top 10 parties - Lucky
Ivanka plans for her big day - Brides
Detroit looks to revive itself through fashion - The Cut
Falling models and puking interns at 3.1 Phillip Lim - Racked
Things that happened at House of Holland - Fashionista
Vivienne Westwood: For the punk-peasant-farm-girl-turned-city-slicker in you - Jezebel
Naomi Campbell back on the runway for London Fashion Week - Stylelist
Shopping alert: Get 25 percent any FreeBird handbag - Teen Vogue
Bijules Spring 2010 collection - Nitrolicious
Grace Coddington’s favorite Fashion Week moments - Vogue
Cheap thrill: Cast a web of intrigue with AA's bewitching bodysuit - Refinery 29

Absolutely Fabulous

FabSugar — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 13:00:08 -0700

Did you take my first Rachel Zoe Project Fashion Quiz yet?

I tracked down 10 crazy funky jeans. You don't want to miss the madness.

If you haven't already, sign up for Target's StyleBoutique. It's frugal fun.

Guess who designed the Fall runway look!

Sneak peek! J.Crew's Fall '09 accessories.

If you're not Twitter pals with Fab yet, what are you waiting for?

My September Most Wanted is out. What do you think?

Here's another fun quiz: guess the celeb by her stylin' handbag.

Rachel Rachel Roy's baubles are so adorable and affordable.

Found! SJP's gold aviators.

The Rachel Zoe Project Fashion Quiz: Front Row at New York Fashion Week

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Let's all take a moment to wish Rachel Zoe a very happy birthday. We wish you well and may your day be filled with lots of shopping! As we dream of what vintage delights Rachel might purchase today, let's talk about last night's episode of The Rachel Zoe Project. It was all about NY Fashion Week filled with frenzied excitement as Rachel, Brad, and Taylor worked their magic amidst chaotic fashion madness and fun parties. Were you paying attention to all of the wardrobe changes and fine details? Take our first-ever Zoe Project quiz to find out!

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Absolutely Fabulous

FabSugar — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:07:22 -0700

Read my exclusive morning-after interview with Rachel Zoe re: The Rachel Zoe Project.

Match the designer with the muse.

Start your Fall wish list by learning my favorite runway trends.

Style school's in session - go Back to Cool.

Check out the new FabSugar Community!

Who rocked the cone bra better - Madonna or Lady Gaga?

Admire Diane Kruger's Inglourious style.

Do you approve of my August most wanted?

Which Project Runway maternity look is most Fab?

Think you're a shoe designer guru? Think again.

Olsen style-off! Who was more Fab?!

Learn 14 Fab ways to get more bang for your buck.

Kate still rocks her latest Topshop collection like no other.

FabSugar Exclusive: Rachel Zoe, The Morning After

FabSugar — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:01:50 -0700

Thrilling. That best describes The Rachel Zoe Project premiere last night. The glamour, the gowns, the jewels, the tension - I knew I would be hooked the second time around, what about you? Last night we witnessed the countdown to the Golden Globes, saw Team Zoe's new studio, met some new staff, and bit our nails over the lost pink Chanel haute couture dress. Or was that just me and Rachel? I caught up with the stylist extraordinaire this morning for some coffee talk. We mostly gushed about the gorgeous gowns on last night's show, but we also chatted Brad and Taylor. Here's last night's rehash . . .

Eva's white Dior was my favorite from this year's awards season. It wasn't on the runway, how did you find it?

"The PR people sent me photos even though it wasn't sent down the runway. I'll know that Eva has something coming up, I call it a check note. That necklace is probably my favorite piece of jewelry - ever. When I worked with Keira Knightley for the Oscars in '06, there was this vintage Bulgari piece and this brought that memory back to me. There's nothing like an incredible blob of turquoise. It's a dream scenario."

Speaking of jewelry, how did emeralds call out to you for Debra's navy Vera Wang?

"I love to see color. I don't want to do anything expected, or odd. The idea of emeralds with the navy is a younger, modern way to make something glamorous. You don't need diamonds for glamour. I love mixing colors, the less perfect the better."

To read about asking Karl to alter the Chanel and for some Brad and Taylor scoop,

Cameron's pink Chanel - have you asked designer's to alter before? Just not Karl? Why were you so nervous?

"Yes, I have, but Karl Lagerfeld is up there with my three heroes of all time. When you ask to make a change to an already-brilliant design, it's scary. What if it doesn't work? At the end of the day Cameron is my priority. I want to do what's politically correct, but also what's best for my client. You weigh your odds there. It was scary. Had he said no, I would have had to move on. The worst he could say is no."

New studio? Upgrade! And more staff?

"We actually have two studios now. One for the digital side of my business (The Zoe Report). We're growing Rachel Zoe Inc. And Jordan (the intern) and Marisa (Zoe's assistant). Poor Marisa is so innocent, she's the golden child of the group. She helps balance it out. Brad provides a lot of comic relief, when I'm having a really tense moment, Brad makes me laugh at it all."

It appears Brad and Taylor are getting along better. When they moved the desks downstairs, they banded together as brats. It was funny to see that banter.

"They are, but trust me they still have their moments. And they banter, for better or for worse."

When they talk about you, how does it make you feel?

"Brad isn't really built that way. It's more important to me that they get along with one another than they get pleasure out of making fun of me or patronizing me. If they weren't doing their jobs the way they do, they wouldn't be there. I wouldn't put up with it. We all know where we stand with one another. I compare it to a real family. You take abuse and you make up as if nothing ever happened. Or we don't even make up and just move on. They are so loyal."

It seems this season is going to get heavy with Taylor questioning her loyalty.

"Oh yeah. She'll be doing all season what she did last night. She's bored to tears, but she's not going to complain. But you do see a lighter side of Taylor. She's not programmed that way. I prefer she is who she is on camera, and not pretending to be something she's not. She has a heart of gold, I promise you that." Photo courtesy of Bravo

The Zoe, Season Two, Tonight!

FabSugar — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:00:22 -0700

You know where Annabelle and I will be tonight at 10 p.m. - sinking into my sofa for some Rachel Zoe Project! We're not the only ones with Zoe fever. V Magazine did a festive spread shot by Magnus Unnar, modeled by Jessica Stam, and styled by Rachel. And, you guessed it, V Magazine makes a cameo this season. Pump up the Zoe!

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How Well Do You Know Rachel Zoe?

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:50:22 -0700

The Rachel Zoe Project is starting up again on Monday, Aug. 24, on Bravo, and that only means one thing - your life is about to get Zoe-ified all over again! But before that happens, let me ease you into it with this fun quiz about the most fabulous stylist to the stars. I have lots of new, juicy info about everything from her style inspiration to what she does with the clothes she doesn't wear. You're sure to be a Zoe pro after this.

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Rachel Zoe Accessories, Faux Fur For QVC, & Book Number Two

FabSugar — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:00:22 -0700

We just got off the phone with Rachel Zoe, whose exciting second season premiere is next Monday, Aug. 24 at 10 p.m., but before we divulge everything, we had to share the skinny on her QVC line. Rachel Zoe for QVC will include jewelry (of course), scarves, sunglasses, and faux fur items. They will be presented during a show at New York Fashion Week next month and on QVC and QVC.com early October. Everything will no doubt have a glam '70s vibe and how fun about the faux fur? Rachel also wants to do a second book that will be "a wealth of information" and provide "as much access as possible" into her crazy fabulous stylist life. Cool.