eBay Find of the Week


Updated 11/06/09 2:02 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

Ebay Gray Suede Jacket

Am I seeing correctly? This gorgeous Vintage Gray Suede Jacket, size small, is only $15? I'm so tempted to bid on it but I have way more jackets than I can keep up with. I can't stop staring at the soft suede and the slightly poufy shoulders. And yes, I used PicClick to find it! The current bidding price is $14.99 and the auction ends on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Good luck and happy bidding! Read more

Love It or Hate It? Chartreuse Tufted Headboard


Updated 10/08/09 8:13 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 6 comments

Love It or Hate It? Chartreuse Tufted Headboard

Chartreuse is one of those colors that people have a hard time feeling neutral about. This Chartreuse Tufted Headboard ($1,709) is built on a maple frame that's been covered in tufted, chartreuse suede. Part of me loves it, but I doubt that I could handle the color — or decorating around the color — for very long. What about you? Love It or Hate It? Chartreuse Tufted Headboard Read more

eBay Find of the Week


Updated 12/15/08 9:42 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

eBay Find of the Week

I snooped around my mom's closet recently and discovered a burnt orange suede skirt — I stole it. If your mama can't pass one down, consider this Vintage Burgundy Suede Mini Skirt, waist 25. Now is the perfect time for suede: just ask Victoria Beckham. I suggest wearing your suede skirt just like the model, bowler hat and all. The current bidding price is at $9.99 and the auction ends on Read more

Come Fab Finding With Me: Thanksgiving Birthday Party


Updated 01/09/09 9:29 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 24 comments

Come Fab Finding With Me: Thanksgiving Birthday Party

One of my closest friends' birthday is falling on Thanksgiving. Since she'll be with her family for the yummy holiday, all our friends are heading to a little bar this weekend to celebrate her special day. Your mission is to help her find an outfit with that extra birthday sparkle. I'll start you off with these Rupert Sanderson Nemo Platform Pumps ($750). Hotness. Let's go Fab Read more

Trend Alert: The Suede Dress


Updated 11/20/08 1:45 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Victoria Beckham Wearing Green Suede Dress In LA

Spotted: Victoria and little Cruz showing off their holiday spirit in LA. While the wee one rocked a festive Santa hat — Lil can break his outfit down to you — Victoria kept it posh in a hunter green suede dress. Though hard to come by, these sumptuous frocks are well worth the search. Word to the wise: Vintage shops are a cheap alternative to paying exuberant retail prices. I found my Read more

Style Glossary: Suede


Updated 11/04/08 11:04 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 4 comments

Style Glossary: Suede

Suede A type of leather with a napped finish. It is made from the under side of the skin, primarily lamb, although goat, pig, calf and deer are commonly used. The term comes from the French "gants de Suède," which literally means "gloves of Sweden." Suede can also refer to a similar napped or brushed finish on many kinds of fabrics. If you like the smooth feel of suede, try this Read more

These Boots Are Made For Walking: Simply Irresistible Suede


Updated 10/10/08 3:59 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 9 comments

These Boots Are Made For Walking: Simply Irresistible Suede

Supple, soft, textural — I can't resist. Yes, simply irresistible suede is high maintenance — so it's best to wear it now, before rain drops — but it's worth it. In case of a downpour, make sure to weatherproof your puppies and wear rain boots to and from your destination. I mean, you wouldn't want to tarnish these Jimmy Choo Glint suede boots ($995), would you? Hell no. Shop Read more

Fab's 10 Fall Essentials: The Funky Bootie


Updated 12/26/08 12:14 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 12 comments

I've been collecting booties a couple seasons now, so I already have the quintessential black, and I even have the off-kilter gray. Bootie power is still going strong — it's time to mix things up. Many celebrities and fashion folks are looking to rock 'n' roll black leather and gold studs for their tough fix, but I'm digging a little deeper. Glam rock anyone? These Stuart Weitzman Read more

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Consignment Shopping


Updated 09/18/08 1:50 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Consignment Shopping

The flailing economy is something everyone should consider before making a purchase. Unemployment is at a four-year high, so penny pinching is the smart thing to do. To curb my appetite for shopping without feeling guilty, I hit up loads of consignment stores. It beat paying staggering retail prices, and I saved the environment in my own Fab way. I asked you to help me put together a stylish Read more