Met Gala: Christina Ricci


Updated 05/07/12 9:02 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Christina Ricci at Met Gala 2012

Christina Ricci brought new meaning to being bow-tied in a showstopping Thakoon gown. Aside from an intricate lattice-worked bodice and a flash of midriff, all eyes were on Christina's dramatic sculptural neckline that ends in a floor-skimming bow at the back. There's no competing with this kind of adornment — Christina keeps the rest simple with a single sparkly cocktail ring and a pair of Read more

Trend Alert: Come on Baby, Do the (French) Twist


Updated 02/24/12 2:06 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

French Twist Trend For Fall 2012

What do stars like Katy Perry, Amber Heard, and Rihanna have in common? They're all fans of a no-fail, classic coiffure: the French twist. And they're not alone in their updo choices. At Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week, several designers, including Naeem Khan, Thakoon, Rachel Comey, and Lela Rose, all featured the elegant look in their collections. Each version was gorgeous, and thanks to the Read more

Thakoon Fall 2012


Updated 02/14/12 1:36 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Thakoon Runway Fall 2012

With rouge lips and heels to echo his bold red leather and pink color pairings, Thakoon honed in on a dramatic palette and rich detail to deliver a feminine Fall '12. We expect Thakoon Panichgul to veer toward the ethnically themed; this time, he steered clear of more exotic references to focus on a re-imagining of ladylike charm. Demure silhouettes were manipulated in patent, colored leather, Read more

Shop For a Cause: Our Favorite Designers Create Exclusive Pieces For Project Paz


Updated 11/08/11 1:16 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Designers For Project Paz

At a party last night for Project Paz, designers like Thakoon, Eddie Borgo, Phillip Lim, and Yigal Azrouel were on hand to raise money for a cause that looks to eradicate violence in Ciudad Juaréz, Mexico. The pieces, ranging from a colorful studded cuff by Eddie Borgo to a peplum top by Thakoon, highlight not only the colorful culture of Mexico but the artisanal skills and textiles of the Read more

Trendspotting: The Need For Tweed


Updated 10/24/11 2:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Celebrities Wearing Tweed Fall 2011

If you can't shake tweed's connotations of skirt suits and ladies who lunch, take a look at Hailee Steinfeld, Olivia Wilde, and Chloe Moretz in these trend-driven tweed looks. Fall's call to layer up works perfectly with rich, woven tweed textiles that act more as accent pieces than outfit basics. The tone's a little bookish the way Hailee outfits it in deep berry tones and a complementary white Read more

Thakoon Spring 2012


Updated 09/12/11 12:45 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Thakoon: Spring 2012

Wow, where do we begin? It's going to take us a little more time to digest the Indian paisley prints, Western motifs, and metallics, all of which were fused together in a seriously eye-popping show. It was super bold, just click on the slideshow to see for yourself, and stay tuned for our full review. Read more

A Celeb-Inspired Search For the Perfect Spring Shirtdress


Updated 04/13/11 9:38 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Celebrities Wearing Shirtdresses and Shirtdress Shopping

As evidenced by the styled renditions from Fearne Cotton, Michelle Monaghan, Carey Mulligan, and Rebecca Romijn — the versatility of a shirtdress can't be overstated, and, likewise, overworn. We love how the style gets continually reinvented in everything from a retro, printed, or denim silhouette to the military-inspired variety. Indeed, there's something for everyone to slip into to take you Read more

Trend Alert: Bold Tribal Accessories


Updated 04/27/11 10:26 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shop Spring 2011 Tribal Accessories

The runways were filled with bold tribal looks — see Proenza Schouler and Thakoon for particularly excellent showings. Until warmer weather hits, we like to limit the tribal look to accessories that can be mixed with sweaters, jeans, and lots of black. Check out our favorites. Shop Read more

Jump on Spring's Nude Trend!


Updated 03/16/11 9:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Online Sale Alert: Spring's Nude Trend For Less

The nude trend has dominated Spring style, from the red carpet to runway and editorial. Now it's time for us to really wear the trend. Extra bonus: there are tons of gorgeous nude pieces on sale right now, and they will be perfect to score now and wear this Spring and Summer. So click through our nude selection, all on sale. Read more

Shopping: Seven Spring '11 Collabs to Grab


Updated 03/08/11 1:12 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Spring Collaborations Are Hitting Stores: Here's What to Shop

Spring is going to be a killer season for fantastic collaborations. Collaborations have become hugely popular and have allowed fashion designers — Derek Lam, the Mulleavy sisters, and Chloe Sevigny among them — to step outside their niche and try something new. From luxury to budget, we've highlighted the top collaborations you should check out and stock up on before they're gone. Read more