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Does Your Work Have a Dress Code?

FabSugar — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 04:50:22 -0700

Look of the Day: Citrus Punch

FabSugar — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 11:40:44 -0700

I really love the colors that hvnly34 has put together here; the navy and sage together with citrus punch of orange make for an unexpectedly summery look that is still appropriate for her office. The pencil skirt and the cardigan look great on her - very professional! And the jewelry she's added give it a personalized twist.

Congrats to hvnly34! If you come by, tell us what you're wearing!

Everyone else, submit your looks today and I just might feature you on FabSugar! If you live overseas and have a fab outfit to share, join the Overseas Fashionistas Group and to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.

Look of the Day: Workin' It!

FabSugar — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 15:00:33 -0700

This is a great work outfit! Savvy's workin' her look for all it's worth, showing off her curves and still keeping it sophisticated and conservative enough for the workplace! I love the high-waisted pencil skirt!

Here's what she has on:

Top: Halogen
Skirt: from Australia
Shoes: Michael Kors
Watch: Rolex

Congrats to Savvy!

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Affordable Work Attire

FabSugar — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:40:39 -0700

On Wednesday, I asked you guys to come fab finding with me for some affordable work attire to go with this Bow Pencil Skirt, available for $39.50 here. The only hitch was that no item could be over $50, but it still had to look expensive.

All I can say is, wow. These are by far some of the best Fab Finds I've seen yet. I guess everyone needs affordable work attire! What's interesting is that every Fab Finder went with a very different look. (To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here.) Here are the three great affordable work ensembles that Teamsugar's fabulous Fab Finders found.

Look #1 by Crispet1, who paired the skirt with an ivory top (shown here in a print) and gold and brown accessories.

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Look #2 by Jennifer76, who built her outfit around the skirt in black.

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Look #3 by T0xxic, who went with a great gold and neutral palette scored mostly at Target and Wal-Mart.

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Come Fab Finding With Me: Affordable Work Attire

FabSugar — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 11:26:49 -0700

If you have a job where you have to dress up every day, it can really put a strain on your budget. I've gotten a number of requests lately for recommendations on affordable office wear, but be warned: If you scrimp too much, your clothes will look cheap. The key is wearing separates that are affordable but look expensive, then changing it up with jewelry, shoes, and other accessories.

I'll start things off with this Bow Pencil Skirt, available for $39.50 here. Now let's all go Fab Finding to complete the outfit. Here's the catch: No item can be more than $50, but it should look like it costs more than $50! Be sure to come back and tell us all what you found. To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. To see some of my favorite online stores, read more

For good deals on career clothes, I recommend Ann Taylor Loft, Newport News, and JC Penney. Here are some of other favorite online stores to try:

Active Endeavors
Banana Republic
Bluefly
eLuxury
Girlshop
Jildor Shoes
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Nordstrom
Scoop NYC
Shop Intuition
Shopbop
Styledrops
Target
Zappos

Also, we've added some all-new features to Fab Finds, which you can read all about here. As always, let us know if you have any problems!

Come Fab Finding With Me: Yum's Got a Green Thumb

FabSugar — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Did you know YumSugar is also a good Samaritan? Today, she helped harvest veggies that will benefit the SF Food Bank. Before working hours, she put on her green thumb gear, including a pair of Keds, and got down and dirty for charity. Can we give the girl a round of applause please? Clap, clap, clap . . .

Such an outing made me imagine what I would wear that would then translate to work attire. It's a toughie, I'm sure you can help me figure it out. I'll start you off with these Keds Women's Champion Buffalo Mini Slip-Ons ($22). They're no doubt comfy, and the black and white buffalo plaid is surprisingly versatile.

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 green thumb.

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, read more.

Active Endeavors
Banana Republic
Bluefly
eLuxury
J.Crew
Jildor Shoes
Live Natty
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Pink Mascara

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Yum's Got a Green Thumb

FabSugar — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:00:22 -0700

Did you know YumSugar is also a good Samaritan? Last week, she helped harvest veggies that will benefit the SF Food Bank. Can we give the girl a round of applause please? Clap, clap, clap . . .

This made me imagine what I would wear that would then translate to work attire. I started you off with these Keds Women's Champion Buffalo Mini Slip-Ons ($22) because they're comfy and versatile. Let's see what you all came up with!

Look #1, created by WhiplashGirlchild, is part rocker, part helper. What an ideal combo.

Newport-News: Ruched Sleeve Cardigan	YUMMIE TUMMIE Tank Long in White at Revolve Clothing - Free Shipping!
Women's Clothes: Women's Mid-Rise Twill Bermudas (12"): Bermudas Shorts \| Old Navy	Keds Women's Champion Buffalo Mini Slip-on
Ribbon Bow Fedora Hat - Teen Clothing by Wet Seal	Forever21.com - Pinstriped Star Scarf
Isaac Mizrahi for Target - Big Square Sunglasses with Smoke Lenses - Black : Target	Womens - Jules Smith Jul-Star Struck Studs

To see the rest, read more.

Look #2, created by KikiM, is filled with philanthropic cuteness.

Juicy Couture Music Note Studs	Forever21.com - Accessories - Hats / Hair - 1051658189
Forever21.com - Accessories - Handbags - 1044646523	UrbanOutfitters.com > Peace Sign Tee
Women's Clothing: Women's Clothing: Dotted skirt: Skirts \| Gap	Come Fab Finding With Me: Yum's Got a Green Thumb \| Come Fab Finding With Me, Fab Finding, gardening \| FabSugar - Fashion & Styl

Look #3, created by maria212134, incorporates cool pieces. The tree branch tee is so appropriate.

UrbanOutfitters.com > Printed Stud Button Earrings	Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc Goes Green Pole Shopper - shopbop.com
UrbanOutfitters.com > East Of The Sun Wrap Bracelets	Ray-Ban New Wayfarer Sunglasses - shopbop.com
UrbanOutfitters.com > Kimchi Blue Juxtapose Vest	UrbanOutfitters.com > Dark Lux Rolled Cuff
UrbanOutfitters.com > Silence & Noise Boyfit Jean	Keds Women's Champion Buffalo Mini Slip-on

Look of the Day: Fuchsia-Infused

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:40:22 -0700

Seriously: shorts can be perfectly acceptable for work attire, as long as you have the right length, the right fabric and the right color. Newsjunkie80 proves this with her black bermuda shorts and fuchsia-infused top. The color of her blouse is great, and a little unexpected for the work environment - it definitely brightens the room and clears the air of a stressful office! It's amazing what a little color can do.

Here's what she has on:

Top: Bebe
Shorts: Target
Belt: J. Crew
Shoes: Nine West

Congrats to Newsjunkie80!

Online Sale Alert! Grande Sale at Saks

FabSugar — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 06:00:22 -0700

Now that Labor Day is over, we're nearing the end of summer sale season - not until around Thanksgiving will sales really start to pick up again. But no need to fret, all is not lost quite yet; there are still a few hangers-on. Take the sale going on at Saks.com, for ince: you've got your clothing, your shoes, your handbags, your jewelry - all marked-down.

My favorite bargain is this Catherine Malandrino Victorian Blouse, $130 (originally $325), with its regal high neckline. A great feminine piece to carry you into Fall, for your work attire, or it can be dressed down for lazier days.

With catches like that, I only have one thing to say: happy bargain hunting!

Super Stylin': Fab Chats with Two Very Cool VH1 Stylists!

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 04:00:33 -0700

VH1 fashion stylists Alana Kelen and Esther Pak have the career any fashionista would kill for: they get to dress famous TV personalities, reality stars, actors, actresses and models on one of the coolest channels. Talk about a dream job!

The duo has worked on such shows as: "The Real World Chicago Reunion," "VH1 & IFilm's Web Junk 20," "VH1 Best Week Ever," "30 Days" "Bands Reunited," "Vh1 All Access: Behind the Red Carpet," "I Love the '80s," and more.

I was lucky enough to chat with Esther and Alana, and I loved their advice about what every girl needs in their purse at all times. You also definitely want to hear what they have to say about upcoming Fall trends and the one item in their closet they can't live without!

To see some more photos and to read their interviews, read more

Alana Kelen
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FAB: If your house was burning down and you only had time to save one clothing item, what would it be and why?
AK: A black Hermes purse that my mother recently gave me. It was a present from her aunt when she was younger, and it has great sentimental value; but is also such a gorgeous, fantastic piece that is classic and will never go out of style.

FAB: What should every girl have in their purse in case of a fashion emergency?
AK: Safety pins - they can attach a button, repair a ripped seam, reattach a strap, fix a hem, and even help get finicky food out of your teeth. It's a great item to have in your purse at all times.

FAB: What Fall ‘07 trend are you absolutely looking forward to?
AK: I love that tights are staying alive - in all colors, especially grey. I think they are an amazing additional accessory for any ensemble, and they also make it possible to wear your favorite Spring or even Summer dresses into the Fall by adding an extra layer.

FAB: As a stylist, do you feel the pressure of always dressing uniquely?
AK: I don't really feel pressure to look unique. I just try to stay true to what I am comfortable in and what is appropriate for what we do. I am always running around, schlepping bags, so comfortable shoes are a must. I love flats! I think it is important to stay classic, yet current; not go too trendy, with myself, and everyone I dress. You never want to look back on a photo five years from now and say, "What was I thinking?"

FAB: Who are your style icons and what do you admire so much about them?
AK: Audrey Hepburn did some many amazing things for fashion. She became the first actress synonymous with designer labels, wearing them on and off the camera. Her style was classy, elegant, always lovely and feminine with a touch of adorable tomboy. Her inspiration is still used today in the fashion world. More currently, I think Reese Witherspoon has always looked incredible, and is so age appropriate. Her recent "new look" wearing Oliver Theyskens for Nina Ricci is gorgeous, fresh and flattering for red carpet events. Her look off camera is clean, classic, easy yet beautiful. Funny, reading over my answer Reese could be considered a modern day Audrey Hepburn!

Esther Pak
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FAB: If your house was burning down and you only had time to save one clothing item, what would it be and why?
EP: This is a very hard question because I’d grab everything I could possibly grab. I really don’t think I can think of a single clothing item, maybe my four pairs of jeans that I just treated myself to. Actually, it would most likely be a ring that my father gave my mother after they were married. It’s sapphire on a gold band. It looks like a cocktail ring. I get a moment of happiness remembering the ring on her finger as I would hold her delicate hands and looking up at her, hoping that it would fit me one day. Now it fits my pudgy fingers perfectly!

FAB: What should every girl have in their purse in case of a fashion emergency?
EP: Top stick. Strong double-sided tape that you can use to keep a shirt in place, or fix a hem on a pant leg that comes undone. Safety pins are great as well!

FAB: What Fall ‘07 trend are you absolutely looking forward to?
EP: I am looking forward to the bold colors. They accent the sleek black, browns, greys that we favor for the Winter!

FAB: As a stylist, do you feel the pressure of always dressing uniquely?
EP: Sometimes I do feel a little pressure. I can tell when some of my non-wardrobe co-workers eye my attire of the day. They either compliment that they like it or I catch them checking me out head to toe. I have to admit I run a little late leaving the house because I’m staring at my closet thinking I have nothing to wear. I just make sure I feel comfortable head to toe, cover up my belly area when I’m having one of those frumpy days or wearing shoes that don’t bother my feet all day. We run around all day so I never wear heels - flats. Vans are a favorite of mine and sometimes a good pair of flip-flops that are appropriate for the office. I like to follow what’s hip and in now, but I also go with what fits my body, my comfort, me. That’s what everyone should do.

FAB: Who are your style icons and what do you admire so much about them?
EP: There are so many women that I believe are icons: Audrey Hepburn, Ali McGraw, Natalie Wood, Jackie Kennedy, and Katherine Hepburn. I admire that each one had their own distinct style that from then and until now we are still replicating in some way. They always looked so comfortable in their skin and carried themselves so well. The silhouettes and colors that Audrey wore were so beautiful. Ali was boho-chic and effortless. Natalie was the movie star-classy and subtly sassy. Jackie Kennedy was the epitome of classic, royal beauty both inside and out. Katherine Hepburn is so sharp and so sleek with her pants and those suits. She perfected it for woman!

I think currently, with Hollywood being such a part of fashion there are three ladies that follow my style icons and make it their own: Reese Witherspoon, Charlize Theron and Lucy Lui. These ladies seem to follow their own beat and comforts. They look flawless and incorporate the beautiful ideas of the past into the present. I admire them for always being an individual on the red carpet and off.

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