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Oscar de la Renta Worries, but Wants to Help Keep Tahoe Blue

FabSugar — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:00:22 -0700

De la fabulous. I was for real when I said I was heading to Lake Tahoe for Oscar de la Renta's annual fashion show luncheon. Along with Saks Fifth Avenue, and held at the gorgeous Fritz family estate in Sunnyside, the event was like no other. If you've never been to the outdoor haven that is Tahoe and are wondering how Oscar de la Renta's elegant clothes would work, the designer himself wasn't sure at first. He told me "The first time I was told I was going to show on an open space I was worried about evening clothes - are they going to look good on a lake? In fact it looks very wonderful, it translates really well." It's true. Oscar's chic-turned-exotic collection fancied quite well on the stark white Saks runway surrounded by yellow lily-topped tables and mountainous beauty.

The show was followed by an auction and lunch and these people were serious. The highest bid - $22,000 - went toward an Oscar de la Renta New York fashion week package. If I were a richie, I would have bid on a week stay for me and five friends at Oscar's Tortuga Bay villas. Um, yeah.

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Oscar took over this event from Bill Blass in 1995 and usually shows his latest Resort collection. The designer's favorite part of this Summer event is spending time in Tahoe. "The lake is unbelievably beautiful, it’s a privilege to spend time here. It's wonderful that people preserve the lake for future generations. I just try to enjoy the lake and be with friends." The event benefits Keep Tahoe Blue, a nonprofit that helps preserve the alpine lake.

Oscar was a pleasure to interview. I caught him before he zoomed away on a speedboat, we chatted in the sun on the pier. He was very elegant and relaxing; I will always envision him in his cornflower blue blazer, olive skin, smiling, with the blue lake and mountains in the background.

Oscar's inspiration is "Always women. Trying to make clothes a woman would fall in love with. Especially in these times. I have never been in a time for a designer as challenging as now, when the consumer is much aware of fashion. The woman, when I started designing clothes for in the '60s, is very different from the woman today. Today she is independent, makes her own decisions, and purchases." Interesting! Oscar is one designer who's creations have transcended generations, a testament to his design skills and consumer savvy. But as Oscar said, it's all about making clothes a woman would fall in love with.

What did Fab fall in love with? The adorable chic tweed suits and hats in the beginning of the show - an ode to the current obsession with all things French. And a black and white ikat print dress; no one does ikat better than Oscar. The purple and white ikat set played a part in my fantasy of Tortuga Bay.

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Heidi Klum & Michael Kors Promote Breast Cancer Awareness

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:45:00 -0700

Project Runway duo Heidi Klum and Michael Kors are fashionably teaming up for Saks' Key to the Cure breast cancer campaign. The auf-wiedersehen extraordinaire will be this year's ambassador; Kors designed the cute fuchsia and white limited-edition tee. “It’s important that we all work continuously to find the cure for cancer and to find answers,” said Klum. “This year’s t-shirt is fabulous and not just because Michael, my fashion inspiration and great friend, designed it." The tee, $40, will be available at Saks Fifth Avenue stores Oct. 1 with proceeds going to charity. Awesome. If you want to do your part, shop at Saks Oct. 15-18; the retailer plans to donate 2 percent of sales to the cause.

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And the Saks Spring Giveaway Winners Are . . .

FabSugar — Fri, 15 May 2009 13:00:22 -0700

I hope you enjoyed our three week Saks Spring Giveaway. Wasn't it fun? Look forward to more fun giveaways this Summer but for now, let's congratulate all the winners. Kudos to bistperley, syako, rchriskris, Dazzlyn, cms88, Majorcat, and ninabonita33!

To see the rest of the winners, read more.

Also cheers to MBC11, herings2, amybdk, rysher, Hottotts, teresa212, CBTD, and lburmast!

Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Share Your Fresh Flair With This Alexander McQueen Skull Keychain!

FabSugar — Fri, 01 May 2009 07:00:22 -0700

Who wants a piece of McQueen? I know, we all do. Here's your chance by winning this
Alexander McQueen Skull Silver Keychain ($140). At the same time, you can seriously up your flair. Those Swarovski crystal eyes are hypnotizing . . . This is our last daily Saks giveaway so get up on it!

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Win a Sizzling Diane von Furstenberg Bikini!

FabSugar — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:00:22 -0700

This This Diane von Furstenberg Warhol Brush Bikini ($180) is the reason I do cardio kickboxing, the bar method, and swim practice. The bright yellow hue and artsy abstract will undoubtedly cause a stir on the beach, so get ready for your close-up! I already bought mine so this one's all you. Experiencing wanderlust? Check out Saks for more beach-worthy swimwear.

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Win This Flippy Twenty8Twelve Skirt!

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:00:22 -0700

It pains me to giveaway this Twenty8Twelve Faust Ruffle Skirt ($250) because it's so darn cute. Seriously - I could put together a week's worth of outfits with this little charmer in three minutes. Just dare me. It's the perfect amount of volume and the gathered elastic detail is precious. If you want to turn up the volume this Spring, try it via a skirt - Saks has many more unique options.

Brian Reyes Silk Pouf Skirt - $745.00	DKNY Flirty Skirt - $225.00
Nanette Lepore Mushroon Skirt - $250.00	Nanette Lepore Tea Party Skirt - $295.00
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Ruffled Silk Mini Skirt - $490.00	Donna Karan Printed Poplin Skirt - $1,295.00
Red Valentino Silk Organza Mini Skirt - $495.00	Armani Collezioni Silk Shantung Wrap Skirt - $560.00
Oscar de la Renta Ruffle Hem Brocade Skirt - $1,490.00

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Get Shorty and Win a Pair of Blank Denim Studded Cut-Offs

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:16:23 -0700

Shake things up this season and swap our your skirts for some short stuff. Yes, I'm talking about shorts, but not just any kind. The latest crop boasts embellished, printed, and washed to perfection styles - I must have them all. For now, let me jump-start your inventory by giving away a pair of Blank Denim Cut-Off Stud Shorts ($69) for our next daily giveaway. Picture yourself wearing them with a simple white tee and slouchy suede booties. Let the slick studs do their thing . . .

Hudson Distressed Boyfriend Shorts - $165.00	Loeffler Randall Seashell Silk Shorts - $195.00
D&G Dolce & Gabbana Button Front Nautical Shorts - $245.00	SoCa St. John Ponte Shorts - $195.00
Rebecca Taylor Tweed Shorts - $230.00	Diane von Furstenberg Fawcett Shorts - $185.00
M Missoni Double-Knit Shorts - $195.00	Citizens of Humanity Striped Denim Shorts - $150.00

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Win a Long Nautical Chic Line Cardigan!

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:45:29 -0700

I know I'm preaching to the choir here - you can never have enough cardis. Right now, long cardis are where it's at. And stripes always win. So you can agree that this Line Freda Cardigan ($161) is a treasure. The wide collar is the most charming detail, I think.

Organic Long Cardigan - $385.00	Vince Ruched Cashmere Cardigan - $245.00
Jamison Draped Linen Cardigan - $195.00	Vince Twist-Front Cardigan - $235.00
Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Cascade Cardigan - $284.00	Vince Wrap Tie Cardigan - $235.00
M Missoni Stripe Cardigan - $695.00	Vince Drape-Front Cashmere Cardigan - $275.00
Splendid Tie Cardigan - $126.00

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Win a Bohemian Catherine Michiels Lotus Silk Tie Bracelet!

FabSugar — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:24:58 -0700

Psst. Here's a cool styling trick I use every Summer: wear bohemian baubles. Not only do they trick people into thinking that you've just returned from some exotic vacay, but these colorful, ethnic-inspired adornments are also my favorite way to spice up any ensemble. To achieve this look, I suggest choosing jewels with natural material such as beads or fabric fibers like this Turquoise Catherine Michiels Lotus Pendant Silk Tie ($110). Did you know the sculpted sterling silver lotus pendant is a symbol of peace and purity? Cool. Sign up for a chance to win it . . .

Fenton Claudia Mixed Necklace - $675.00	Alex and Ani Blue Bell Bangle Bracelet Set - $198.00
Alex and Ani Moonlight Mile Feather Earrings - $78.00	Kenneth Jay Lane Chunky Beaded Necklace - $165.00
Stephen Dweck Chunky Two-Strand Necklace - $1,275.00	Alex and Ani Iridescent Glass Beaded Earrings - $58.00
Yves Saint Laurent Arty Dots Ring - $195.00	Mizuki Turquoise & 14K Yellow Gold Bead Charm Bracelet - $320.00

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Win a Ballerina Floral Theory Frock!

FabSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:19:03 -0700

Not to be mistaken by cutesie floral Liberty prints, ballerina prints are whisper light and faintly feminine. Really, there's no sweeter floral. The primo example is this Theory Floral Dress ($295) with a tie back and puckered bodice. Oh, and it could be yours . . .

Here are a few more sweet ballerina prints from Saks's pool of style.

Nanette Lepore Afternoon Dress - $375.00	Rag & Bone Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress - $335.00
Steven Alan Dalia Cotton Shirt - $248.00	Elizabeth and James Floral Boudoir Dress - $495.00
Parker Floral Silk Dress - $187.00	Richard Chai Silk Cowlneck Top - $895.00
Vera Wang Lavender Label VIne Floral Jumpsuit - $385.00	Splendid Boho Tank - $65.00

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White and Warren Ombre Cashmere Wrap - $330.00	Gucci Heart-Shaped Buckle Belt - $225.00
Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc Hat - $68.00	Alexis Bittar Medium Moon Dust Bracelet/Peach - $295.00
Alexander McQueen Chiffon Skull Scarf - $260.00	Prada Luggage Tag - $150.00
W. Kleinberg Wide Square Buckle Belt - $115.00	Diane von Furstenberg Large Stone Rose Scarf - $175.00
Ray-Ban Classic Wayfarer Sunglasses - $140.00	Juicy Couture Linen Triangle Scarf - $85.00

Emilio Pucci Floral Techno Lycra One-Piece Swimsuit - $590.00	Missoni Abetone Reversible Bikini - $432.00
JBS Swim Solid Matte Bikini Bottom - $75.00	Milly Indian Floral Halter Bikini Top - $105.00
Ralph Lauren Blue Label Graphic Sailcloth Triangle Bikini Top - $75.00	Juicy Couture Shirred Bandeau Swimsuit - $160.00
Eres Swim Show Parasol Bikini Top - $265.00	Betsey Johnson What's New Pussycat Bikini Bottom - $78.00
Diane von Furstenberg Two-Piece Bikini Swimsuit - $190.00	VPL Box Kite One-Piece Swimsuit - $195.00
Burberry String Bikini Bottom - $70.00	Emilio Pucci Baby Madeira String Two-Piece Bikini - $320.00