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American Beauty: The Complete New Year's Outfit!

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 16:42:21 -0800

This week, I am doing accelerated Fab Finding missions to create outfits for certain party girl personalities. Today's was American Beauty inspired by Hollywood sweetheart Reese Witherspoon. Be sure to also check out my post on how to get Reese's makeup look. Check out this outfit I put together with your fab finds! If this is your favorite look, to see all the American Beauty finds, click here.

A big thanks to: rubialala, WhiplashGirlchild, LaLaLaura, and I had to throw in an understudy handbag found by justjaime27 because I love it so much!

The dress:
Found by WhiplashGirlchild is this perfectly perfect Theory 'Ashford - Tailor' Dress. This was a really hard decision - some fantastic dresses were found!

If you missed any of these there is one more fab New Year's look to put together this week. Stay tuned for the next party girl to be announced tomorrow morning!

To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. For a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar click here.

For the complete American Beauty outfit, read more

* HOLLYWOULD * Red Ava Peeptoe AMERICAN BEAUTY Nordstrom Silk Organza Frame Pouch - Clutches & Mini Bags - Nordstrom.com AMERICAN BEAUTY Charles Nolan - Wool Coat - Saks.com American Beauty New Years: BananaRepublic: Ribbon necklace American Beauty - Earrings American Beauty - Ring American Beauty ~ Jessica McClintock Bead Frame Bag - $78.00

American Beauty: The Bag

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 11:22:32 -0800

What handbag will the American Beauty be toting around this New Year's? Why this lovely Nordstrom Silk Organza Frame Pouch found by WhiplashGirlchild. I thought this was a good fit since her shoes make a pretty bold statement.

Go Fab Finding and help me put together a drop dead New Year's outfit for this personality. And you have to be quick as I'll be piecing the outfit together today and revealing it at the end of the day! Don't forget to tag your items with American Beauty. Party on!

American Beauty: The Shoes

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 08:15:39 -0800

I wanted to kick off American Beauty's look with this fabulous pair of Hollywould Red Ava Peeptoe Pumps, on sale for $291 (originally $485). This party girl is more proper than our other party girls but her feet are certainly allowed to flirt! Do these red lovelies strike your fancy? Check out my earlier post on jaw dropping red shoes.

Party Girl #3: American Beauty

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 06:18:15 -0800

I know what you're thinking: Reese Witherspoon is not exactly a party girl. This may be, but I'm sure the newly single Reese has some fun plans this New Year's and we all love her American Beauty look so she is our third party girl personality this week. Polished, elegant and perfectly coiffed is the way of the American Beauty. Let's put together a fantastic New Year's outfit for Reese that will turn a few heads!

So please go Fab Finding and help me put together a drop dead New Years outfit for this personality. And you have to be quick as I'll be piecing the outfit together today and revealing it at the end of the day! Don't forget to tag your items with American Beauty. Party on!

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The Beautiful Life Comes to Life

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:00:22 -0700

CW's The Beautiful Life - read all about the fashiony plot on Buzz - is set to drop Sept. 16, with Mischa Barton in tow. Actresses Sara Paxton and Ashley Madekwe recently got into character for WWD, and the result is as sassy as their model characters. "Each girl is at a different level in her career, so the designers she has access to tells us what her experiences are going to be in the industry," said costume designer Tom Broecker.

Barton's character, Sonja, dons the rocker-chic look via skinny jeans, leather jackets, washed t-shirts, and biker boots by designers Azzedine Alaïa, Roberto Cavalli, and Balmain. Raina, played by Paxton, is the softer, All-American girl who wears APC, Isabel Marant, and Phillip Lim. Marissa, played by Madekwe, is the avant-garde of the group who adores Alexander McQueen and Christian Louboutin. So where did Broecker draw inspiration? He perused W and British Elle and scoured the latest collections on Style.com. Look out for Givenchy couture and Rodarte in upcoming episodes - um, awesome!

To see more photos and an extended trailer of the show, read more

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A Few Fab Words With Ralph Lauren Model Ubah Hassan

FabSugar — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:00:22 -0700

Not too long ago I told you about Ralph Lauren model Ubah Hassan, but how about some more? The 21-year-old was discovered in Canada at the age of 17 and shortly thereafter signed on with Click Model Management. Vogue Italia editor Franca Sozzani cast her in the magazine's first-ever black issue in 2008, then Mr. Lauren handpicked her to be his Spring '09 face. Lucky girl. I recently caught up with the Somalian beauty about her favorite designers, the modeling industry, and personal style.

Who is your favorite designer right now
Ralph Lauren.

What are three words that describe your personal style?
Daytime: comfortable and relaxed. Evening: elegant and sexy.

What is one destination you still need a stamp for on your passport?
Paris.

To hear more and see more Ubah, read more.

What is the best and worst thing about modeling?
Best thing is meeting people from all over the world and learning their cultures. Worst thing is working after the redeye or shooting abroad with jet lag.

What are some highlights of working on the Ralph Lauren campaign?
Working with such an amazing team of such lovely and talented people; seeing all the beautiful images that are now appearing in the magazines; being recognized as the image for such an incredible American designer.

Any upcoming projects?
My lips are sealed.

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Fab Flash: Top 10 Fall Colors Revealed

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:00:08 -0800

Spring might be around the corner, but that won't stop us from looking even further ahead. After examining the Fall collections at New York Fashion Week, the Pantone Color Institute has just revealed what it thinks will be the top 10 colors for Fall. "The most popular colors for Fall really represent a thoughtful palette. That's a direct outcome of what's happening in the world around us," said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, who also noted that somber yet hopeful colors reflect the troubling economy. The colors, seen below, are a sweet mix of subtle jewel tones along with varying forms of beige.

(Top Row, L-R: American Beauty, Creme Brulee, Purple Heart, Rapture Rose, Iron)
(Bottom Row, L-R: Majolica Blue, Honey Yellow, Warm Olive, Burnt Sienna, Nomad)

For a more in-depth breakdown of each color, read more.

American Beauty: This reddish tone is said to evoke a patriotic feel.
Creme Brulee: This neutral color is a softer alternative to white.
Purple Heart: This purple hue is predicted to be a popular color for accessories.
Rapture Rose: This refreshing new hue is said to emit hope and surprise.
Iron Heart: This color is said to be the new black. The brown cast makes it a warmer alternative to gray.
Majolica Blue: One of our favorite hues. This color is said to give off a smokey sense of calmness.
Honey Yellow: This warm tone is the Fall variation of Spring yellow.
Warm Olive: This exotic take on yellow is said to show designers' concern about being eco-conscious.
Burnt Sienna: This color is said to be Fall's interpretation of orange and the reddish tone makes it more versatile.
Nomad: This hue serves as an important foundation for pairing with rich and saturated brights.

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Fab Body Guide: The Body Image Battle

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 15:00:22 -0800

As models get skinnier, the average American gets larger. According to statistics, 62 percent of females in the US are overweight, so one would think that there would be a huge market for plus-size apparel. However, retailers are hesitant to cater to these customers because of the stigma it still carries. The battle between real-life beauty and ego has marketers in a tricky situation. “When a woman sees herself in the mirror, despite her size, she still thinks Angelina Jolie, not Jennifer Hudson,” said retail consultant Emanuel Weintraub.

It's time to embrace real beauty and give Americans what they want: cute clothes that fit. Plus-size model Emme says it best: "When are retailers and manufacturers going to snap out of being narrow-minded and unable to see the enormous opportunity right under their noses? If they give a customer what she needs, wants and desires, she will be loyal for life.” I second that notion.

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Fab Read: Narciso Rodriguez

FabSugar — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:00:22 -0800

I can't think of a better time than now to read Narciso Rodriguez ($60), authored by the designer himself and Betsy Berne. After all, he's the designer who created Michelle Obama's controversial red and black dress. Did you know that Narciso was also responsible for the late Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's minimal yet elegant wedding dress? Claire Danes, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Salma Hayek are also great clients and friends of the designer.

This 272-page book explores the work of one of the great American designers of our time. It takes you behind the scenes of his atelier, where he uses his inspirations to sketch and create beautiful clothes. Discover why Anna Wintour once said: "No one but Narciso has ever made a simple line look more stunning."

Fab Read: American Fashion Accessories

FabSugar — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:00:22 -0700

As the executive fashion director of Style.com, it's safe to say Candy Pratts Price knows a thing or two about accessories. Lucky for us, she's decided to put her years of expertise in one beautiful book, American Fashion Accessories ($32). This Assouline edition is filled with beautiful images of accessories, many of which were created from members of the CFDA.

Photos date from the early 1900s and range from witty Hollywood hats to Madonna’s rubber bracelets. It's more than a look book, it's pop history!

For a sneak peek inside the book, read more.

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