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50 Insanely Chic Street Style Snaps Straight From NYFW

Hannah Weil — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:54:57 PST

Even before you step foot inside Lincoln Center, you can see it plainly - FW is in full force outside the tents. The bi-annual style stampede that descends on NYC every Fashion Week is in full force as we head into day six. This season is already bringing out a range of creative ensembles from our favorite fashion insiders with the chicest plays on Winter style - forget the predictable; this crew delivers a slick mix of leather, fur, bold color, and killer accessories. As always, the inspiration is seemingly endless - click through to feast your eyes on 50 of our favorite snaps from NYFW so far.

Look of the Day: Valentine's Special

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:00:49 PST

Given our undying love for Giambattista Valli's pretty pink-and-red peplum-infused dress, it's no suprise that we instantly gravitated toward Fab reader Ashleigh1206's sweet colorblocked look. She tucked a pink silk blouse into a pair of red, well-tailored wide leg pants, adding a skinny leopard print belt for a chic, cinched finish. As far as accessories go, her armful of gold bangles, chunky gold chain necklace, and nude pumps kept the bright ensemble feminine and on-point.

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Look of the Day: Slick Embellishments

FabSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:00:02 PST

Fab reader Dadouchic rocked a black-and-white outfit that instantly reminded us of a perfectly chic interpretation of Karl Lagerfeld's monochromatic style. Her fitted faux leather pants provided a slick edge while her sweet white blouse, complete with Peter Pan collar, softened up the overall feel. She took care to spice up her silhouette with gilded embellishments (read: a super sparkly gold clutch and gold-accented white ankle-strap heels) and emerald statement earrings. It goes without saying that this sleek look would fit right into the Fashion Week mix - you may just find us sporting something similar at a show very soon.

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Looks of the Week!

FabSugar — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:00:08 PST

If ever you need a swift shot of cool-girl style, just look to our chic Fab community for pointers. This week's repertoire of ensembles boasted a nod to Spring's best trends - pretty pastels, long-short silhouettes, Erdem-inspired florals, and more. Here are our favorites: lilac, just rosy, shot of pink, polka dots and lace, pastel mint, city slicker, decisions decisions, geo-matrix, modern day Madeline, and hooded.

One-Minute Makeover Tip: Kick Up Your Colorblocking Quotient

Marisa Tom — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:00:08 PST

We're constantly looking to reinvent the way in which we style our most beloved items of clothing - that is, without having to endure the consequences of a costly shopping spree. By combing through the arsenal of chic Fab community looks and tapping into our editors' fashion prowess, we've whipped up an easy way to soup up your wardrobe with just a quick trip to the back of your closet. Today, let's go bold and vibrant: mix-and-match cool color combos.

The best part about colorblocking is, hands down, its endless potential for fun, playful, and totally unexpected color matchups. This may be a good time to brush up on the ol' color wheel. Some of our favorite complementary pairings are: minty green with bright tangerine, deep violet with saffron yellow, and neon pink with crimson red.
Use these color combos to emphasize your shape and your strong knowledge of silhouette proportions. We love seeing contrasted hues against a long-short hem or in the mix of soft vs. hard structural edges.
To execute this look, it takes almost no effort at all. Find your favorite colorful pieces and pair 'em up. The effect is striking, but super simple to achieve. Whether it's a colorblocked sweater-and-jeans combo or a sweet juxtaposition of a bold dress over opaque tights, it's a zippy way to spice up a look.

Photos courtesy of Smileforstyle, BrittandWhit, and Erikets

15 Laid-Back Street-Style Looks, Perfect For the Weekend

Marisa Tom — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:20:28 PST

While the weekend provides a two-day reprieve from the 9-to-5 grind, don't let that infringe upon your styling prowess. We're all for kicking back and donning our coziest layers, favorite worn-in jeans, and old-school sneakers, but that doesn't mean we have to sacrifice our sense of chic know-how. Take it from this ultra-cool street-style crew - you can have your (comfort) cake and eat it, too. Pair pumped-up kicks with slick leather pants, rock edgy studded Converse with a classic camel coat, or put your own personal spin on these weekend-warrior styles. Click through now to glean a little more street-infused inspiration for your Saturday-Sunday mashup.

Look of the Day: Cool Contrasts

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:00:24 PST

Fab reader Chanelcraves looked ultrachic in a black-and-white ensemble. She executed the long-short silhouette with flawless precision by contrasting her two-tone sheer blouse with her uneven-hemmed maxi skirt. To polish off her Fashion Week-ready outfit, she added a large camel-colored tote, gold collar necklace, and chunky Mary Jane platforms. We can picture her sitting front row at Jason Wu or Calvin Klein being snapped by the street-style shutterbugs.

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Look of the Day: Polished Panache

FabSugar — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:00:11 PST

Looking for ways to style up your Jason Wu For Target takeaways? Fab reader Jenny in Jacquard paired her blush-hued Wu blouse with a ladylike white pencil skirt. For a polished finish, she topped her blouse collar with a chunky black gemstone necklace, toted a large black envelope clutch, and donned a pair of classic nude pumps. We think this sharp ensemble is front-row perfect for the likes of Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Lauren, and Carolina Herrera. Take notes on this sleek, well-executed way of dressing up a casual combo.

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Color Theory: Soften Your Spring Wardrobe With Lilac Hues

Marisa Tom — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:00:38 PST

Pastel hues are a regular favorite of Spring wardrobes, but this particular shade of light purple is soft enough to emphasize a sweet, feminine sensibility and cool enough to balance edgier add-ons for a surprise twist. We've been enamored with all things lilac-infused since spotting it float down the runways of 3.1 Phillip Lim, Adam, Boy and Girl by Band of Outsiders, Jenni Kayne, and more. From lacy, boudoir-ready shorts to structured blazers, this color translates effortlessly into a variety of shapes and styles. While a pop of lilac may seem more cotton-candy friendly than downtown chic at first glance, we're here to prove that color theory wrong. It's sweet, sexy, demure, and dynamic all in one go. Click through to see how these street style setters show off new ways to flaunt this purple palette, then shop your favorite pieces.

Look of the Day: Print Happy

FabSugar — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:00:19 PST

Fab reader Postgradchic threw casual chic pieces together for a laid-back luxe look - totally perfect for today's Fashion Week kickoff shows Steven Aland and Rachel Comey. She paired a striped midi-length dress with knee-high black suede boots, proving Winter proportions can be cool, too. To keep her ensemble quirky and colorful, she added a slick camel-colored leather jacket, a purple ikat print saddle bag, and a chunky collar necklace. This bohemian-infused attire will fit right into the Fashion Week mold.

Congrats Postgradchic!

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