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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Shalom Harlow

FabSugar — Mon, 04 May 2009 17:42:53 -0700

Model Shalom Harlow is one of the most avant-garde attendees tonight. She's wearing head-to-toe black, but not all black in the classic sense. I peep extreme bubbles, ruching, and volume. What do you make of it?

Vote on all of my Costume Institute Gala polls here!

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Fab Ad: H&M Spring '09

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:00:22 -0700

Shalom Harlow, Eva Herzigova, Vincent Gallo - could there be a cooler trio? I think not. For H&M's Spring '09 ad campaign, the three beauties got together, laughed a lot, had a blast. And the cameras were there to capture it. At first I thought the red geometric props were distracting, but upon closer inspection, they add fun to the photos. I especially love the contrast between the red and the purple pieces. Both Eva and Shalom look better than ever in their short curly hairdos and playful outfits. Vincent cleans up quite well, too. These are the kind of vivacious ads that make me want to get out of my seat and raid H&M. You feel me?

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Fashion Recession: Fab's Guide to Savvy Shopping, Part III

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:00:22 -0800

By now, you've already given yourself a monthly shopping allowance and reintroduced yourself to your closet. Let's move forth.

Tip #6: There is no better time to hit the sale racks than now. My Online Sale Alerts can help, as can SaleHabit.com, a.k.a. the Google for fashion sales. Be careful not to buy more just because the items you're finding are so cheap. There's no use in discount shopping if you're going to spend frivolously.

To hear more, read more.

Other bargain online retailers to check out are eBay (and our eBay Find of the Week), Etsy, and pretty much every online retailer's sale section. Don't overlook your local thrift shops; they're bound to have great deals.

Tip #7: Many of you already do this, but if you don't, start selling your unwanted goods on eBay and at your local consignment store. It may seem like a hassle - and at times it is - but it will feel great when the dough starts raking in. Designer brands tend to attract more customers, so dust off that Louis Vuitton you haven't carried in years and sell it to someone who will give it more love. Here are some tips for listing your items on eBay:

Sell items that are on trend, that people are currently lusting over. This will increase your selling chances.
Put yourself in the customer's shoes; what search words would you input in order to find your desired item? Use those words in the description headline.
To determine your starting amount, research eBay to find out what your competition has done. If possible, sell your item for a little less.
Though posting one picture is free, I say spend a few more dollars and take several photos of your item. It helps customers see every angle of your piece.
If you don't mind showing your face on the Internet, I recommend taking a picture of you in the item. It's more desirable than if it's sitting on your bed.

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Fashion Recession: Fab's Guide to Savvy Shopping, Part II

FabSugar — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 08:00:22 -0800

I hope that my Guide to Savvy Shopping, Part I has already inspired you to adjust your spending habits. Doesn't it feel good? There's more where that came from, so let's continue . . .

Tip #3: Don’t go shopping if your monthly allowance has run out. It's an obvious fact but one that needs to be reiterated. If that means not going out to "window shop," so be it. Out of sight is usually out of mind in fashion. The less you see the less tempted you'll be. When you do shop, make a list of items you want. That way, you're less prone to get sidetracked. If fashion magazines tempt you, try glancing over the pages as opposed to studying them.

To learn a couple more tips, read more.

Tip #4: Let's face it: There are going to be pieces that will scream your name and beg to be bought. Keep those high-priced items in your ShopStyle stylebook and monitor them closely. When they eventually go on sale, assuming your monthly allowance hasn't run out, purchase them - they may go back to full price. That happened when I recently purchased Banana Republic's wool trenchcoat. I bought it on sale and the next day it went back to regular price. Phew.

Tip #5: Here's another cold fact: Some of your coveted high-price items won't go on sale. If that's the case, find similar, less pricey items. My Look For Less posts are a good place to look.

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Fashion Recession: Fab's Guide to Savvy Shopping, Part I

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:00:22 -0700

Has the sour economy got you wanting to pull out your hair? Fab to the rescue. I've put together some savvy-shopping tips to help you stay optimistic and smart about your shopping choices. SavvySugar has thoughts, too! Let's delve right in.

Tip #1: If you don't do so already, allot a certain amount of money you can spend on shopping every month. This amount, which I will help you calculate below, will vary from person to person. Just try not to go over your limit - it will be hard to break the habit once you do. Trust me.

Add up your monthly necessities costs (rent, groceries, utilities, gas, public transportation, etc).
Decide on an amount that will go into your savings each month. If you don't save (you should really try), skip this step.

To get more tips, read more

Subtract your necessities total and savings amount from your monthly salary. What's left over is roughly how much you can spend on shopping per month. Don't forget that eating out, buying coffee, or any other miscellaneous spending should deduct from this amount. Or, if you purchase something regularly, include it in your necessities costs.
Keep your shopping allowance total handy. Each time you buy an item, subtract the amount from your allowance. This will help you know how much more you can spend that month. If, say, your current amount is $200, and the blouse you want is $210, you'll know not to buy it until your amount gets refreshed. This will teach you self-restraint, patience, and discipline.

Tip #2: Reacquaint yourself with your wardrobe. I'm not suggesting talking to your closet, just get in there to know its contents better. Before you know it, you'll find pieces you completely forgot you owned. How neglectful of you! This is wonderful news though, now you can scratch off those hidden items on your "to-buy" list.

Stay tuned for more smart shopping tips!

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Paris Fashion Week, Spring '09: Viktor & Rolf

FabSugar — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 03:00:22 -0700

Watching Viktor & Rolf's virtual fashion show makes me wonder why more designers don't go this route. I smell a new trend. Old-school model Shalom Harlow is the only one on catwalk. Or, shall I say, only ones. It's all good though; it makes me focus more on the clothes and less on the models. Wait until you see how up close and personal the camera takes you. It's better than being in the front row! Per usual, these men know how to entertain. The oversize jewels and funky shoes are especially fun. And wait for the finale - a metallic Spirograph dress followed by multiple Shaloms applauding, and . . . well, watch for yourself.

Fab Ad: Tiffany & Co. Fall '08

FabSugar — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:00:22 -0700

Tiffany & Co. is trying out a new look this season with a sweet new campaign. The ads, shot by Michael Thompson, feature models Liya Kebede, Shalom Harlow, Lily Cole, and Sasha Pivovarova. All different, all beautiful. I like how Liya emits a commanding, graceful presence in her fancy tulle dress and dazzling diamonds.While Shalom rocks it '50s-style in a black fedora and mixed metals, Lily looks young and bohemian in a modern selection of beads and baubles. Check out that big wavy hair! And we can't forget sweet Sasha. Though her diamond-studded bangles take precedent, I can't help but be drawn into her captivating eyes. Are you digging this new look?

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Fab Ad: Valentino Spring/Summer '08

FabSugar — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 14:00:22 -0800

Times they are a-changin'. Judging from Valentino's Spring/Summer '08 ads, it seems there's no longer a need for pretty-faced models to show off luxurious designer items. Even though it's Amber Valetta, Anja Rubik, Raquel Zimmermann, and Shalom Harlow hiding behind those drop-dead bags, it might as well have been any other model with a slim bod; Valentino could have even saved himself a buck or two! These ads are different and attention grabbing, and for that I admire them. For once, a designer has placed the accessories - not the model - front and center. What do you think?

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Chloe Secret Garden print dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 15:22:22 -0800

Shalom Harlow wore this Chloe Secret Garden print dress ($1,455, originally $2,425) in the brand's Fall ad campaign, with its Eastern-inspired illustration print, would you wear it?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Models That Look Like . . . Animals?

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 08:00:22 -0800

I've always had a real talent for likening people to animals so it was only a matter of time until "It" models became my victims. My first prey: Jessica Stam, whose cat-like eyes make her look like she's a part of the feline family (in this case, a lioness). That connection is pretty obvious. Not so obvious, and funny, are my other victims, Shalom Harlow, Coco Rocha, Stella Tennant, Jacquetta Wheeler, and Tanya D. Check out the gallery below to find out which animals I compare them to, and feel free to share your thoughts. Oh, and if you see a resemblance between another model and an animal, do tell!

To see more models and their animal counterparts, read more.

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