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San Francisco Fashion Week: The Music Video!

FabSugar — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:00:22 -0700

Here's a little treat we put together to wrap up our San Francisco Fashion Week coverage. You saw some of our favorite designers from the event, but here is some of the runway footage for your viewing pleasure. Goodbye SF...hello NY!

San Francisco Fashion Week: Dcepcion

FabSugar — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 08:00:33 -0700

Watch out cool cats, there's a new designer duo in Fog City. Identical twins Daniel and David Concepcion were the sweethearts of San Francisco Fashion Week with their sharp edged but wearable cool-girl (and boy!) collection. Dcepcion premiered their first full collection this year and it was very well received...

And for obvious reason. With an aim to create flattering street-wear, the duo churned out tailored, slim silhouettes inspired by early 90s comic books. There is also a touch of detailing from the 30s and 40s, with graphic prints and muted colors, as well as stiff collars and cuffs. Plunging necklines were a go-go, voluminous shorts were flirty and men's looks were buttoned up without being stuffy. My favorite look? This razor sharp zippered jacket twined with a not-so-ordinary everyday striped dress; her fierce blunt bangs add severity. Graphic perfection.

To see more of Dcepcion's Spring line, read more

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San Francisco Fashion Week: Emily Jane

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 16:00:22 -0700

Texas-born designer Emily Jane showed on the first day of San Francisco Fashion Week and she instantly caught my eye with her fem/mas designs. What was interesting about her collection is that despite the masculine details (tuxedo-inspired blouses and bow ties), it retained an air of girliness and elegance.

Some taffeta dresses were bridesmaid-y, but on the flip side, belted silk frocks could pass for red-carpet looks. Lace skirts, ruffle blouses, polka dots, belts and high-waisted pencil skirts also made cameos.

These are special pieces, perfect for a special event! The looks that would make me feel the most Fab are the polka dot ruffle top paired with the black high-waisted pencil skirt and the black silk sleeveless turtleneck mini dress.

To see more from Emily Jane's Spring collection, read more

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San Francisco Fashion Week: Kirribilla

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 13:00:22 -0700

Kirribilla was one of my favorite collections at San Francisco Fashion Week. One may argue it was one colorful dress after another but we all know I am a dress junkie!

The young label was founded in 2005 by three best friends whose goal was to make every girl feel like the prettiest one in the room. With design studios in San Fran and London, this was their third collection, and boy was it pretty!

With tropical music calming the room, the Spring/Summer collection was inspired by old time Hawaii. You will notice fine tailoring with an aloha twist. Flattering day and cocktail dresses in a sunset of colors flirted with the crowd but what really caught my eye were the details like coconut buttons, floral-inspired sleeves and cascading ruffles. All reminiscent of the Big Isle, this green and purple frock was a favorite - isn't it so very Zac Posen on a Hawaiian vacay?

To see more from Kirribilla's Lanikai collection, read more

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Look of the Day: Fuchsia Fever

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 11:00:22 -0700

Like yours truly, haute77 attended San Francisco Fashion Week last weekend. And she caught Fuchsia Fever on the way! Though we've seen our fair share of pink dresses, this Fab reader keeps it interesting by choosing one with girly tiered sleeves. Now that's one stylish pink lady!

Here's what she has on:

Dress: Bebe
Shoes: Bandolino

Congrats to haute77!

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Designer Spotlight: Vian Hunter

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 10:30:33 -0700

I was introduced to the clothing of Bay Area designer Lisa Vian Hunter at San Francisco Fashion Week over the weekend. Hunter got her degree from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and has been a fan of the fashion world for over 20 years. In 2003, she started custom designing clothing for Bay Area clients and in 2006, she opened her first boutique in Palo Alto, California.

Vian Hunter clothes are made of European fabrics and reflect the 50s, 60s and 70s. They manage to retain a modernity that translates well on the streets. Prices range from $250 to $825 for a dress to $95 to $365 for a top. Contact the designer for more information on where to purchase.

To see the rest of Vian Hunter's Spring/Summer collection, read more

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SF Fashion Week Designer: Anazara

FabSugar — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 23:17:04 -0700

In honor of the three-day weekend, I'm wrapping up Fabsugar's San Francisco Fashion Week coverage by featuring the cool, color-block swimsuits designs of Anazara. Created by Bay Area resident and Croatia native Ana Paunovic, Anazara's artful one- and two-piece swimsuits use creative details like bows, sashes, and cutouts for a sexy look that's not too revealing. Particularly up close, the suits look as soft and cozy as t shirts. To see the highlights from her 2007 Spring/Summer collection, read more

Marina Color-block One-Piece With Tie in Back

Donatella Color-block Halter With Low-Rise Bottom

Donna Color-block Triangle Top With Side Tie

Emma Color-block Bandeau Top With Low-Rise Bottom

San Francisco Fashion Week Designer: Oda

FabSugar — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 00:57:56 -0700

Arun Nevader/WireimageVictorian elegance meets Japan hipster cool in the designs of Oda, featured at San Francisco Fashion Week. The label is a collaboration between three Bay Area designers: Angie Kim, Mandalyn Begay, and Maggie Kim. Oda's Spring 2007 collection, Threesome of Stone, incorporates luxurious textures in chartreuse and lavender with delicate lace and trim detailing. The results give off a very fairy-tale vibe.

To see some of the highlights from Oda's runway show, read more

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San Francisco Fashion Week Designer: Pink Elf

FabSugar — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 11:23:44 -0700

Arun Nevader/WireimageWith her Pink Elf label, Bay Area fashion designer Kaushie Adiseshan set out to create what she calls "easy glamour," using pieces so singularly stunning there's no need to mix and match. For her Spring 2007 collection, which debuted at San Francisco Fashion Week, the Bombay, India, native blends exotic Eastern inspiration with 1970s disco flash.

To see some of the highlights from Pink Elf's runway show,
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Green Kimono Dress

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Twirl-able Skirt and Kimono Blouse With Scarf Belt

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Golden Fitted Dress With Scarf Belt

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San Francisco Fashion Week Designer: Kelly B

FabSugar — Tue, 29 Aug 2006 18:12:53 -0700

It's telling that San Francisco-based designer Kelly Barry started out as an environmental science major at the University of Colorado. Her Kelly B clothing line, featured at San Francisco Fashion Week, is made entirely from organic cotton and other organic fibers. (To learn more about organic cotton, read here.)

Kelly B's comfy, casual knits mix a trendy '80s vibe with playful nautical accents. Black capri leggings are lined with brass buttons, while anchor embroidery adorns the back pockets of a miniskirt. To see some of the highlights from her Spring/Summer 2007 runway collection, read more

Racerback Dress With Contrasting Rouched Panel, $150 suggested retail

Wide-Leg Sailor Pant and Cropped Coat With Quilted Collar, each $164 suggested retail

Cowl-Neck Sleeveless Dress, $134 suggested retail

Tune in tomorrow to read about another up-and-coming designer from SF Fashion Week.