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Celebrity Style: Rachel McAdams

FabSugar — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 11:00:22 PST

Rachel McAdams showed up to the NYC premiere of Married Life looking sexy as ever channeling her inner Robert Palmer girl - love it! She is proof that you don't need to show a lot of skin to look h-o-t hot. If you tend to wear a lot of color, try head-to-toe black once in a while for a "wow" factor!

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Fab's December Most Wanted

FabSugar — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 04:00:22 PST

Another year gone by, another year to come! Every year seems plentiful if you keep your watch on the ever-fickle world of fashion. What was in a year ago is not so in now, in some cases though, trends prevail. This can be interpreted on a personal level too. December is a time to reflect back on the year and think good thoughts; I never think it's healthy to start a new year as a negative Nancy. So let's raise our glasses and kick up our booties in an ode to 2007. Here are some things to get me through the stressful, but blissful, final month of the year.

Jetsetting is on my mind and I think it's time I invest in some posh luggage, like this Samsonite Vintage Duffel on Wheels ($600).
Resort collections means new and fresh clothes. This Tracy Reese Three Tone Knit Dress ($360) is adorable.
I am officially in love with the Yves Saint Laurent black quilted patent leather 'Tribute' large tote ($1,195). Not because it's in the ads with Gisele, because I prefer a hobo style and this is sleek as hell.
This Jay Godrey Zip Back Stretch Pencil Skirt ($285) is so Robert Palmer girl. Check out the zipper down the back!
Yes, I sport fingerless gloves. These 3.1 Phillip Lim Short Fingerless Gloves in Heather ($150) will match everything and prevent manicure mess-ups!

A Fabby Halloween Round Up!

FabSugar — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 13:00:22 PDT

I'm no procrastinator but once October hits the rest of the year tends to fly by and I feel boggled down. I always find the time to stop and eat the candy once Halloween rolls around though - the holiday that encourages you to exhibit your creativity and release inhibitions. All week we showed you Fab and fast costumes and I promise there's still time to create a unique costume so next week we'll be continuing our Fabby Halloween series. In case you missed any:

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Halloween How-To: Simply Irresistible

BellaSugar — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 13:00:57 PDT

Fab is so obsessed with the dancers in Robert Palmer's classic video Simply Irresistible that she asked me to share how to get the hair and makeup look. You don't have to ask me twice, Fab. Here's how to do it up if you're thinking of swaying with a guitar this Halloween.

Fortunately, the hair is ridiculously easy to recreate. If you have straight hair, you're set; if you have wavy or curly hair, use a heated styling iron to make it pin-straight. Pull your hair back into a low, tight bun that rests at the nape of the neck. Then, work a glossing cream such as Citre Shine Shine Miracle Glossing Pomade ($4.49) into your hands; then smooth the hair down. The idea is to make it slick and shiny, so don't worry about going overboard. See, easy!

For instructions on getting the makeup look,

The hair is simple, but the face makeup is a little more involved. First, start by applying a medium-weight foundation to your face. Don't skimp on this step! The look is a flawless, matte finish-so don't freak if it's a little heavier than what you'd normally wear. (It is Halloween, after all.)

The eye is smoky, with shimmery eye shadows in three brown tones. I recommend using a champagne color, a deep brown color, and one in between. Start by applying concealer or shadow on your eyelids and underneath the browbone; this will provide a base for the color. Then, use a medium-sized shadow brush to apply the "medium" brown color to lids. Next, use a smaller shadow brush to gently press the darkest shadow into the outer and inner corners. Moving on to the champagne color, softly press the shadow from the crest of the eyelid down. Softly buff the lighter colors into the darker ones until they've blended. (You should be moving down and out toward the corners of the eyes.) Finish by lining top and bottom lids with a black eyeliner.

Then you'll need to create purposely bold brows. If you're going for perfection, invest in a brow kit with a small brush and different shades (see my pick below). If it's just for funsies, you can cheat by buying a Wet 'N' Wild pencil and filling in the brows.

Since this is an '80s look, use a plum blush to contour cheeks. If you were a child of the '80s, you'll know what I mean. Instead of applying blush just to the apples of cheeks, you'll want to create a "triangle" by sweeping it back toward your ears. Dust a tiny bit on your temples, too.

You're almost done! Outline lips with a red lip liner. Then, using a lip brush, fill lips in with a red lipstick. Use a clear lip gloss (I recommend MAC Lipglass) to cover the color. You're all set!

A Fabby Halloween: Simply Irresistible

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 13:00:22 PDT

You've heard me go on about how much I love Robert Palmer girls before. Not to sound like a broken record but they are too cool for school. They first appeared in his "Addicted to Love" video and were so popular he decided to include them in his similar, but better, video for the Fab song "Simply Irresistible." The song rocks, he rocks, the girls rock. And as a costume, this look is easy, cheeky and sexy. I would announce yourself as being ""Simply Irresistible," not just a Robert Palmer girl - it's more alluring.

For props, an electric guitar is ideal, but I threw in a little electric guitar necklace if you don't want to be too literal. These girls were all eye candy and didn't speak a word, but their dance moves were spicy. I'd learn some and you'll be the life of the party.

Also, a key accessory is the heavy makeup and slicked back hair so learn how to deliver it with precision and then knock 'em dead!

American Apparel 2x1 Rib Racerback Dress, $26	Austin Bazaar 39 Inch Metallic Blue Electric Guitar with Carrying Bag and Accessories, on sale for $75 (originally $200)
Nikki Jaggs Belts, $88	Forever 21 faux leather blazer, $28
Set of 3 Nylon Pantyhose, $18	Sterling Silver Electric Guitar Pendant, $19
Steve Madden Arouse (Purple Suede), $74	Jessica Simpson Bessie (Black Patent), $83	Urban Outfitters Croco Large Clutch, $38

Fab Ad: Valentino Fall/Winter 2007

FabSugar — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:30:33 PDT

Mr. Garavani appointed quite the triumvirate for his Fall ad representation: Gemma Ward, Daria Werbowy, and Hilary Rhoda. The girls are lookin' good in Va-Va's trademark red dresses and matching red lipstick. Just look at those swooning poses and smoky eyes - there is some serious drama going on here! As the last ad campaign under the now retired designer's direction, I'd say this is the perfect ode to the glamorous Italian fashion house.

In closing, I love how the light is coming through blinds: does anyone else see American Gigolo meets Robert Palmer here?

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FABTV: Robert Palmer "Simply Irresistible"

FabSugar — Sat, 19 May 2007 12:22:22 PDT

I have seen this video I don't know how many times; especially since I was "Simply Irresistible" for Halloween this past year. I tell ya: it's a very easy, cheap costume and it's really fun! The boys love it. I mean, wasn't this a total male fantasy? A GQ guy surrounded by femme fatales in tight black mini dresses with pouty red lips who would sway their hips, and shoulders, from side-to-side. And then you have the dancing posse - I actually memorized this routine for my costume (I go all out on Halloween). I suppose we could do without the wet dancers in goggles and the freak train of purple mini skirts but the rest is...simply irresistible.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the FABTV.

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Cast Spider-Man's New Love Interest

BuzzSugar — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:30:24 PDT

Now that we know Andrew Garfield will play Peter Parker in the new Spider-Man reboot, the search is officially on for his love interest. Say goodbye to Mary Jane, because Spidey is getting a brand-new lady love this time, and apparently the competition is down to six. Meet the lucky few and vote on who should score the coveted role.

Ashley, Minka, Freida, and Emma Get Gorgeous For the Front Row at Ferragamo

Lauren Turner — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:45:00 PDT

Ashley Greene, Minka Kelly, Freida Pinto, and Emma Roberts were just some of the lovely ladies who stepped out for Salvatore Ferragamo's resort show in NYC last night. Ashley was fresh off a flight from LA, where she's been a regular at the gym, and looked gorgeous in a white dress, while Emma chose a darker velvet number, all from Salvatore Ferragamo. Minka showed off her legs in a black look following her 31st birthday celebrations last week. She'll soon get back to work on her primetime series for ABC, Charlie's Angels, and is headed to boot camp before filming starts. Also on hand for the event were Eva Mendes and Australian actress Teresa Palmer, who was spotted getting cozy on a walk with Scott Speedman earlier in the day. The fashionable attendees took front-row seats to check out the collection, which they all later raved about on Twitter.

Found! Rooney Mara's Gorgeous, Just-Bitten Lipstick Shade

Jaime Richards — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:10:00 PST

With her perfectly creamy skin, piercing eyes, and ebony strands, Rooney Mara looked almost like a present-day rendition of a Robert Palmer girl at yesterday's The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo premiere. But whereas Palmer's muses wore patent-red lipstick and heavy-handed blush and foundation, Mara's look was clean, fresh, and surprisingly simple to re-create.

"The dress was so magnificent, we just decided that she needed to look effortless, and that the lip should look 'bitten,'" explained Chanel celebrity makeup artist Kate Lee. To bring the concept to life, Lee applied the brand's Rouge Allure Velvet Lip Colour in La Somptueuse ($32), a brownish-red, as a stain. The apples of the cheeks were given a creamy glow with Kevyn Aucoin's Tresbelle blush, and black eyeliner and mascara - no eye shadow was used at all - completed the modern-classic palette.