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Fab Finding Follow-Up: Bring on the Trunk Shows

FabSugar — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:00:22 PDT

It's trunk show season. And you better believe I'm not missing out on any. It's vital to look fashion forward, as you never know who will be there. If I'm lucky, maybe the designer! I asked you to help me put together an ensemble that will blow people's socks off.

I started you off with this Alexander Wang Zip Clutch ($650) because Wang is one trunk show I'm looking forward to. Let's see what you all came up with.

Look #1, created by daddio49, combines my two favorite looks - flirty and fierce. Love those gray booties!

Elizabeth & James James Blazer at Pink Mascara	Rebecca Taylor Tiered Ruffle Cami Dress at Pink Mascara
Marc Jacobs Stone Belt NET-A-PORTER.COM	Neiman Marcus?-?Shoes & Handbags - Booties - Designer
Rebecca Taylor Tights - shopbop.com	Jorge Morales Dragonfly Drop Earrings - shopbop.com
Accessories & Beyond Sparkle Elastic Bracelets - shopbop.com	Womens Designer Handbags- Lanvin, Givenchy, Prada, and more at Barneys New York

To see the rest,

read more. Look #2, created by barbiesugar, is youthful. The bright scarf and sunnies are a fun choice.

ASOS \| ASOS Ruched Checked Lightweight Scarf at ASOS	Dooney & Bourke: Watches Small Midnight Chrono Watch
Linda Farrow Luxe Thick framed sunglasses	Report Rockwell (Blue) - Women's
Alice Olivia Latex Leggings - shopbop.com	ASOS \| ASOS Deep Band Bleached Sweat at ASOS	Alexander Wang Clutch ($650)

Look #3, created by jasmint, is made for the casual gal. Nothing says cool like a denim jacket.

Alexander Wang Clutch ($650)	Large Aviator Frame
Josh Goot Tube knit scarf	Cara Necklace at - Nordstrom
Urban Outfitters - Wrangler So True Vintage Denim Jacket	CLU Sleeveless Tunic with Ruffles
Alice Olivia Latex Leggings - shopbop.com	Golden Goose Fringed shoe boot

Come Fab Finding With Me: Bring On the Trunk Shows

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:00:22 PDT

It's trunk show season. And you better believe I'm not missing out on any. It's vital to look fashion forward, as you never know who will be there. If I'm lucky, maybe the designer! Please help me put together an ensemble that will blow people's socks off.

I'll start you off with this Alexander Wang Zip Clutch ($650) because Wang is one trunk show I'm looking forward to.

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with trunk show.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab Finding missions.

Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here is a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar.

To see some of my favorite online stores,

Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian Breaks Out Her Bikini For a Tropical Getaway With Scott and Mason

Katie Henry — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:48:32 PST

Bikini-clad Kourtney Kardashian, boyfriend Scott Disick, and son Mason escaped their hectic schedules in LA for a few days and headed south of the border to Mexico last month for a family vacation. Kourtney sunned her baby bump in colorful two-piece suits while Scott and Mason wore bright swim trunks. Scott and Kourtney turned up the PDA on a romantic stroll and spent a fun afternoon on the beach with Mason playing on the sand.

This year is just kicking off and so far it's already been a busy couple of weeks for the Kardashian family. Kourtney, Kim and Khloe went topless for their latest Sears campaign, and if that wasn't enough the series finale of Kourtney and Kim Take New York finally aired on E! Close to 4.5 million viewers tuned in to see Kim tell Kris she wanted a divorce, which ranks as the third most-watched show in the network's history.

Rachel Zoe Hosts a High Fashion Meeting of the Minds on the St. Barts Beach

Allie Merriam — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:25:58 PST

Rachel Zoe had a fashion summit on the beach in St. Barts yesterday. The stylist-turned-designer chilled on lounge chairs with her pal Marc Jacobs, who was appropriately decked out in gear and towels from the design house he oversees, Louis Vuitton. Marc's possibly on-again love interest Lorenzo Martone showed his loyalty in a pair of LV-designed swim trunks. Jimmy Choo founder Tamara Mellon was also there decked out in a red two-piece for the afternoon on the sand. Tamara actually left Choo in November and is reportedly seeking to launch another exclusive label. She and her daughter Minty are celebrating the big changes on vacation together. Tamara shared on Twitter that the girls have been stuffing themselves with crepes.

The holiday is also a family gathering for Rachel, whose husband Rodger Berman joined in on the sandy fun. Their young son Skyler came along too, and he was ready for the sun in an adorable white hat. Rachel's wrapping up her holiday vacation in the Caribbean. She's sharing well-wishes with fans, and tweeted yesterday, "Wishing everyone a healthy, happy and most glamorous 2012 from paradise."

Tori Spelling Takes Us on Her Christmas Tree Adventure

Tori Spelling — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:28:58 PST

We're excited to bring you a new post from mother and actress Tori Spelling! Every other week we're bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle advice from ediTORIal by Tori Spelling, which is Tori's daily blog about everything from food and fashion to parenting and relationships. This week, Tori shares her adventure in cutting down her own Christmas tree.

I love the holidays. To me, Christmas is a time to celebrate with my family and DIY the heck out of my house! We all know the Christmas tree is the focal point of any holiday home decor. I've done the pre-cut tree, lot tree, and the planted in a pot living tree, so this year I was determined to do the unthinkable in Los Angeles (or so I thought)...cut down my own Christmas tree!

Growing up in La la land, you tend to believe that trees come perfectly flocked and grouped together, pre-cut on a corner lot in Beverly Hills with a whopping price tag of $150 plus. I wanted out of that illusion, but never thought it was possible. Well, this year I did research and found an actual Christmas tree farm just 40 minutes outside of LA! Dean was participating in a celebrity charity golfing tournament, but the excited kid in me couldn't wait to cut down our tree, so I packed up the kids and headed to the farm.

When we arrived we weren't given much direction. We were told to grab saws . . . a cart . . . and head up the hill!

As we headed up and over the hill into miles of Christmas trees, I might have wondered . . . was this smart?

There were literally miles of trees of all shapes and sizes. So many worked, but none were perfect.

Forty-five minutes later, as the sun was just starting to set and I realized we were all alone amidst hundreds of trees, I thought to myself . . . is this safe? I reassured myself with the realization that no one would, in good conscience, harm a saw-wielding woman and her two toddlers cutting down their own Christmas tree weeks before the holiest day of the year. Then, not at all reassured by that realization, I closed my eyes and quickly pointed to the first tree in front of me and squealed, "Look kids, the perfect tree!" Was it perfect? No. However it did have only one major bald spot, which was a win-win, as it was surrounded by miles of misshaped firs. We had a winner!

Keep reading for more details and photos of Tori's adventure cutting down her own tree!

5 Tips For Strength-Training Newbies

Jenny Sugar — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 02:20:15 PST

Aside from toned and sculpted muscles, strength training can also make you a better runner, cyclist, or swimmer. Increasing your muscle mass also increases your metabolism since muscles burn calories at a higher rate than fat. These are all great reasons to include strength training in your routine. If you're new to the scene, here are some helpful tips for beginners.

Start off nice and easy: You may have a goal of doing 50 push-ups or five pull-ups, but building your strength takes time. At first, start with lighter weights and less reps, and gradually increase as your body is ready.
Learn proper form:When starting out, it's important to learn proper form, which ensures that the exercises you're doing are effective while also preventing injuries. To do this, it's best to set up a few sessions with a personal trainer; aside from proper form, they'll also personalize your routine and show you moves to specifically target your weak areas.
There's more to strength training than dumbbells: Hand weights are inexpensive and easy to use and can strengthen every part of your body, but you'll get more out of your session (and prevent boredom) by mixing up your fitness equipment. Take advantage of your gym and use the machines, resistance bands, exercise balls, medicine balls, kettlebells, battle ropes, and TRX training system - whatever they have. Also peruse the class schedule and try out classes with name like Body Pump, Body Blitz, Cardio Sculpt and anything else specifically designed to tone and define muscles.

Continue reading for more essential tips and for links to five strength training workouts.

Joe Manganiello Makes a Shirtless Splash in Hawaii With a Female Friend

Lindsay Miller — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:40:17 PDT

Joe Manganiello showed off his impressive abs as he hit the beach in Hawaii with a female friend yesterday. The actor, who waded into the water with the bikini-clad woman, sported a baseball cap and swim trunks. Joe stays in tip-top shape for his role as Alcide on True Blood, and his buff bod was also appreciated on the set of Magic Mike, one of his first big movies. The film, loosely based on Channing Tatum's days as an exotic dancer, also stars Matthew McConaughey, Matthew Bomer, and Alex Pettyfer. The guys most recently shot in Tampa, but have also put in time in Miami and LA. Joe's most recent stop in the City of Angels, however, was linked to his small screen work. Last weekend he attended the Scream Awards, where his performance as True Blood's hottest werewolf earned him the honor for best male breakout performance.

The Vampire Diaries "The Reckoning": The Good, the Bad, and the Bloody

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:05:17 PDT

If last week's episode of The Vampire Diaries wasn't as exciting because it was largely setup, it was worth it for this week's super-exciting and satisfying episode. Klaus, Stefan, and Rebecca terrorize the halls of Mystic Falls High, and the doppelganger/hybrid problem is pretty much resolved.

The ghost ex-girlfriends Vicki and Anna both play a big part this week, too, and one of them introduces us to the show's next big supernatural character. Stefan is still adrift in a sea of evilness, but all it does is make this episode even more interesting - especially where Damon and Elena are concerned. Ready to break down the good, the bad, and the bloody? Just

Matthew McConaughey, Channing Tatum, and More Magic Mike Guys Go Shirtless on Set

Lindsay Miller — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 02:15:00 PDT

Matthew McConaughey, Channing Tatum, Alex Pettyfer, and Matt Bomer all went shirtless and showed off their sexy six-packs yesterday afternoon as they shot new scenes for their male-stripper movie Magic Mike in Tampa, FL. Channing, Alex, and Matt, who were clad in swim trunks, had the company of a bikini-clad Olivia Munn on the boat that served as the set for the day. Meanwhile, Matthew sunned himself solo on the sand in a cowboy hat and shorts. The upcoming film is loosely based on Channing's own past as an exotic dancer and has also shot in Miami and LA over the past couple of months. Matthew has been splitting his time between the project and his role opposite Reese Witherspoon in Mud. That movie is filming in the South, as well, but Matthew and Reese made a pit stop in their hometown of LA last week for a double date with their significant others. Reese and Jim Toth hosted a Livestrong fundraiser that Matthew and his partner Camila Alves also attended on Thursday night.

What to Pack For Paris Fashion Week

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:33:40 PDT

When you attend Paris Fashion Week, you must come stylishly prepared. The city of love requires a different kind of wardrobe; a little romantic, a little hard edged, and a whole lot of chic. Whether you're one of the lucky ones who gets to attend the festivities or will be enjoying the show from the sidelines, we packed you a bag of our PFW essentials. A decadent pair of snap-worthy shoes from Emilio Pucci, a knockout Roberto Cavalli party dress, and the perfect pair of pants - all packed in an incredibly chic trunk. Click to see our pics in the slideshow.