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Fab Tip: Lengthen Your (Turtle)Neck

FabSugar — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:00:22 -0800

Raise your hand if you want to elongate your neck. Turtlenecks, like this Michael Stars Stripe Turtleneck ($48), are the way to make a short neck appear longer. But feel me on this: many turtlenecks are designed such that when you fold the neck out, it doesn't cover your entire neck - see left. Or, if you leave it unfolded, it sags and looks funny. If, like me, you've experienced that problem, I have a solution.

To see what trick I use to lengthen my neck, read more.

I was recently playing around with my turtleneck tops, trying to find a way to elongate my neck as much as possible. Instead of folding the neck part out, like it's normally done, I pulled it up my neck and folded it in. This simple solution allows me to cover my entire neck with the turtleneck, thus making it appear longer. At the same time, it makes the turtleneck more polished because it eliminates the line you get when you fold the turtleneck out. See examples below.

(L: Tucked out, R: Tucked in)

Trend Alert: Top Your Turtleneck

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:00:22 -0800

Like artwork, jewelry needs a nice backdrop. To make a sizzling statement, look to Natasha Bedingfield for inspiration and top your turtleneck. Layering a bold necklace over a nondescript turtleneck gives you high impact without breaking the bank. And, it's a cozy chic look. The key to getting this right is keeping the rest of your outfit simple so your jewels can shine against their cloth canvas.

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What's Your Go-To Layering Piece?

FabSugar — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:12:22 -0800

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The Look For Less: Black Turtleneck Dress

FabSugar — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 07:00:22 -0800

Turtleneck dresses are the ideal way to look feminine and cozy. Paired with tights, they provide full protection from the cold. Many styles and colors are available, like this Magaschoni Turtleneck Mini Dress ($198, originally $284). Even with the discount, it's still too pricey in my book.

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C & C California's Desiree Turtleneck Dress ($88) is the perfect alternative to more expensive styles. It will protect you from the cold just as well as the one above, and it's much nicer on your wallet. Plus, it's 100 percent cotton, which means it won't itch and scratch. Good deal!

Trend Alert: Billowy Turtleneck Sweaters

FabSugar — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 06:21:00 -0700

Is there really any sweater more comforting than a cozy turtleneck? I find that I buy at least one new turtleneck every year, but you can wear this classic style season after season, because a turtleneck is always in style. For Fall 2006, billowy turtleneck sweaters are particularly trendy, as traditional necks meet up with voluminous sleeves and roomy, elegant fits. Here are eight great picks for billowy turtlenecks at both designer and non-designer prices.

Catherine Malandrino Shirred Turtleneck Sweater, $375, available here.

James Perse Cashmere Gauze Turtleneck, $345, available here.

What Comes Around Goes Around Scarlett Turtleneck, $379, available here.

Rebecca Taylor Alpaca Dolman Top, $350, available here

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Alice + Olivia Oversized Turtleneck, $297, available here.

Hayden Peacock Cashmere Blouson Turtleneck, $149, available here.

Anthropologie Suzette Turtleneck, $98, available here.

Victoria's Secret Silk and Cashmere Boyfriend Turtleneck Sweater, $39, available here.

Look of the Day: Pink Preview

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:50:22 -0800

Femmeriots is giving us not one, but four looks today! She just purchased a turtleneck from Uniqlo's genius Heat Tech line, and decided to supply us with a pink preview. Check out how she layered her new purchase with pretty skirts, crisp tops, tanks, cardis, and sweaters. One top, four ways. Come back and tell us what else you have on!

Congrats to femmeriots! Everyone else, join the Look of the Day group, then submit your looks. I might feature you on FabSugar!

Trend Alert: Beatnik Black Dresses

FabSugar — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 15:25:58 -0700

When it comes to effortless chic, it doesn't get much better than a beatnik-style black turtleneck-that is, unless that black turtleneck is also a dress. It seems like everyone is coming out with black turtleneck dresses for fall, and this look really works on almost everyone. With styles ranging from billowy knits to mini dresses, it's just a matter of finding the style you prefer. Here are some of my favorites.

Julie Haus Cashmere Mini Dress, $320, available here.

Vince Turtleneck Dress, $290, available here.

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Karoo Mark Eisen 12GG Cashmere Turtleneck Dress, $396, available here.

Susana Monaco Turtleneck Dress, $379, available here.

Theory Above Garin Dress, $355, available here.

Banana Republic Turtleneck Sweater Dress, $128, available here.

Emmy in Sliced Sheer Ferragamo: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:41:31 -0700

I normally commend Emmy Rossum's red carpet choices; she always manages to be feminine and unique. She took a slight risk wearing this sliced, sheer Ferragamo dress at GQ's Gentlemen's Ball in NYC last night. I'm all about mesh inserts right now, but something is off - I think a higher hemline would have balanced the turtleneck and long sleeves. Cool earrings though. What do you think?

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Trend Alert: Cool Chevrons

FabSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:50:22 -0700

There she is. We had mixed feelings about Olga in her red turtleneck Valentino dress, but I'm sure her cool chevron beaded LBD is a winner. I mean, stunning. Her minidress is near perfection and could stand alone, but her nude suede booties and an arm of Bvlgari jewels elevate it. Not many of us have such a fantastic dress lying around, but we can still dip ourselves in the architectural print. Let Olga be your muse . . .

Olga Kurylenko, Lady in Red Valentino: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 07:23:22 -0700

Ukranian beauty Olga Kurylenko has been MIA for a while, but she's back, and bolder than ever. At the 2010 Campari Calendar cocktail party in Milan, the actress showed up in a can't-miss-it red Valentino couture gown that perfectly matched the red carpet. Up top she's fully covered in a turtleneck and long sleeves, but she's showing a bit of leg and thigh in a high slit. She's way more covered than she has to be, but if you look back on previous looks, her gutsy nature is no shock. What do you think of this lady in a lot of red?

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Necklace - $475.00	Fab LS Turtleneck Top - $8.50
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RN Convertible Chain Necklace - $129.00	Luxe Stretch Short-Sleeve Mock-Neck Top - $29.50
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