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Look Book Love: Whitley Kros, Holiday '09

FabSugar — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 05:50:22 -0700

Whitley Kros will always have a special place in Fab's heart. It was such a pleasure meeting the designers, Marisa Ribisi and Sophia Coloma, at LA Fashion Week Spring '09. The girls have just released their Holiday collection and it's everything we expected from them: girlie, with fashion-forward touches, but never over the top. Let's examine. There's extremely simple looks with silk scoop tanks and slim black pants, then more complicated ones with curvacious jackets and swing skirts. Lamé jazzes up the collection a bit to give it that holiday feel. The colors are subdued, but it wouldn't be Whitley Kros without some of their signature turquoise, purple, and pinks.

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Trend Alert: Animal Farm

FabSugar — Mon, 11 May 2009 10:00:22 -0700

I'm moving on. I'll always love animal prints, but who can resist taking it further and wearing your favorite furry friend? The moment I saw this Whitley Kros WK Spring Tank ($176), I melted. It reminded me of one of my favorite snacks: Barnum's Animal Crackers! The silky tank itself is sexy, but the little traveling animals are sweet. No wonder there's only a Medium left, looks like I'm not the only one with animal instincts.

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Easter Sunday Picnic

FabSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:50:22 -0700

On Easter Sunday, the fam and I headed to a huge picnic filled with good food and relatives I hadn't seen since Christmas. The weather was partly sunny so I needed you to help me find a fantastic ensemble that incorporated layers. I was thinking something along the lines of Isabel Marant's Spring collection.

I started you off with this Leyendecker Chiffon Flirt Skirt ($210) because it's festive without going overboard. Let's see the top three picks!

Look #1, created by Whiplash, looks the most Marant-inspired. I want those sandals!

S.W.O.R.D Volterra Leather Jacket	Baby Rib 3/4 Sleeve Boat Neck - Basics - American Apparel Online Store
Leyendecker Chiffon Flirt Skirt ($210)	Steven By Steve Madden Women's Benza Flat Boot - Free Overnight Shipping & Return Shipping: Endless.com
Chloe 'Paraty' Satchel - - Nordstrom	Gucci grey oversized round sunglasses at Bluefly
UrbanOutfitters.com > Pearl and Ring Drop Earrings	Charlotte Russe - Accessories: Necklaces: Layered Chain Necklace

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Look #2, created by nikkeeb, includes a fun printed top; the watercolor pattern is so artsy.

Made Her Think Floating Inverted Stone Stud Earrings	Oasis \| Oasis Turquoise And Silver Bangle Set at ASOS
Alexander Wang - Crepe Voile Combo Jacket - eLUXURY	Whitley Kros Crete Tank
Leyendecker Chiffon Flirt Skirt ($210)	Miu Miu Patent flat slingbacks�\|�NET-A-PORTER.COM	Antik Batik Stud Banana Handbag

Look #3, created by catita85, is very posh; simple yet sophisticated.

Les Nereides Violeta Blossom Ring	Disney Couture Alice Dancing Necklace
Black Silvano Aviators by Tom Ford	Valentino - Maison Studded Tote�-�
Gilles Dufour for Browns�Stitch detail raincoat�\|�	Marc by Marc Jacobs Woven ballet flats
RACERBACK TANK - Heather	Leyendecker Chiffon Flirt Skirt ($210)

Funky Fashions at LA Fashion Week

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:00:22 -0700

LA Fashion Week is a lot smaller than say New York or Paris, but don't be fooled by its diminutive size. We spotted some fabulous collections overflowing with cutting-edge design and artistry. From Grecian gowns to Rick Owens-inspired jackets, LA had lots. Check out our favorite stuff from the week!

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Designer Duos: Guess Which Is Which!

FabSugar — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:00:08 -0800

Some designers create clothes alone, some do it with a partner. Dolce & Gabbana, Proenza Schouler, and Rodarte are some of the more famous houses with designing duos. You know their names, but do you know their faces? Take my quiz to find out.

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Is this Dolce or Gabbana?

LA Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Whitley Kros

FabSugar — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:00:22 -0700

Whitley's Kros bohemian babe continues her journey through another LA Fashion Week. This time, striped tunics, easy-wear silk separates, animal prints, and the necessary Spring jumpsuit are falling out of her suitcase. Colors range from ivory to sherbet hues and vivid brights. A couple full-on exotic prints made their way onto loose blouses and skirts. Sheer also made a sexy cameo. The traveling elephant print is adorable and youthful. Layered beaded and gold jewelry adds keen styling and the funky knotted buns atop the models' heads would make Punky Brewster proud. While there are lots of messages in this collection, it is cohesive. This stylish nomad has clearly mastered the art of sophisticated mix matching.

To see more of Whitley Kros's Spring lineup, read more.

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Fab Site: WhitleyKros.com

FabSugar — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 03:00:22 -0700

When I first met Whitley Kros designers Marissa Ribisi and Sophia Banks backstage at their fashion show at LA Fashion Week, they were excited to take their business to the web. One of their goals was to be huge online. After much anticipation, the duo can achieve their dream, because WhitleyKros.com has officially claimed its space on the Internet. As expected, it's an intriguing site filled with past collection photos and video, and a place to purchase your favorite pieces. The ABC Tee ($127) that Kate Hudson owns may be of interest to you. Join me in welcoming Whitley Kros to the web-borhood!

LA Fashion Week Trend Alert: Little Red Riding Hood

FabSugar — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 03:00:22 -0700

Randomly, Little Red Riding Hood made an appearance on the catwalks of LA Fashion Week. Except, the brave little girl came in the form of tall, beanpole models showing off a Fall 2008 trend: hoods. Striped cardigans had hoods at the Whitley Kros show (left); coats at the Alexis Lamontagna collection came hooded (right); and one of Octavio Carlin's silk dresses even incorporated the style. Before hoods signified a laid-back style, now they are a symbol of dressed-up cool. Come Fall, throwing on a frock with a hood means looking slick and covering up a bad hair day!

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LA Fashion Week, Fall 2008: Whitley Kros

FabSugar — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:00:22 -0700

It was all checkerboard chicks at Whitley Kros' Fall '08 show! This time around, Marissa Ribisi (Giovanni's twin sis, in case you forgot) and Sophia Banks whipped up a more '80s-inspired collection, but as always, they delivered the fun.

Models, including America's Next Top Model cycle nine second runner up Chantal Jones, sashayed down the catwalk in oodles of plaid, large black and white checkers, and zebra-emblazoned pieces, as stars like Bijou Phillips and Jenna Elfman looked on. Polished high-waisted skirts and cardigan dresses balanced out the masculine baggy trousers and blazers.

A few zebra-in-the-crotch pants were random, but I much appreciated the two-tone fringe scarves and bursts of vibrant colors. Any collection that can have fun despite the moodiness of Fall is Fab in my book.

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Whitley Kros Navy and Creme Cardigan: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 10:00:22 -0700

I knew this cardigan looked familiar when I saw it! When I interviewed Whitley Kros co-founder Sophia Banks at LA Fashion Week in October, she was wearing something similar to this Whitley Kros Navy and Creme Cardigan ($286). I love stripes so this would be great for a casual day of running errands. Do you love it or hate it?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Wildfox Summer Tiger Tank in Barbie - $65.00	Stella McCartney Sail Print Dress - $995.00
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN - Bird smoke print silk scarf - $500.00	Mink Pink Bird Print Frock - $88.00
Lauren Moshi Tiger Swing Pocket Tank - $132.00	Free People "Birds of Paradise" Dress - $96.00
Beaded zebra graphic tee - $68.00	Diesel Black Gold Durem Dress - $548.00
Amanda Uprichard Silk Jersey Tiger Print Slip Top in Hot Pink - $185.00	Whitley Kros WK Spring Tank - $176.00

3Q Cotton Coat - $34.80	Hooded sweater vest - $49.00
Hamish Morrow Cashmere top - $1,030.00	Nike Everywear Fleece Sleeveless Pull-Over - $45.00
Echo Hooded Wrap Sweater - $28.99	Hamish Morrow Hooded jersey dress - $300.00
Girls' Printed terry hoodie dress - $44.50	L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stefani, Check bomber jacket - $288.00
Hooded Shrug - $49.00	Fresh Karma Hooded Buttons Dress in Tan - $127.00
MARC by Marc Jacobs Hooded Top - $298.00	Lee Mathews Pod Dress W Hood - $409.00