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Coco Before Chanel: More Than Just a Fashion Flick

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:50:22 -0700

I thought I had a good handle on the woman, the legend, Coco Chanel: Gabrielle, a magical seamstress, androgynous, smoker. Little did I know when I sat down to see Coco Before Chanel that I was going to embark on an emotional roller coaster - beautiful, deep, tear-inducing.

Naturally, a big part of the film is the wardrobe, but don't go expecting extravagance. Remember, this is Coco before Chanel, when she would make hats at home and sew her clothes out of her lover's closet. Menswear influences - bow-ties, vests, bowler hats - are major players. Pearls and tweed came much later; perhaps there should be a sequel, Coco After Chanel.

Read my review and see more photos.

Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:50:22 -0700

Coco Chanel: A life on camera - Guardian UK
Why a posh store is selling on eBay - WSJ
Gilles Bensimon's new gigs - FWD
Elie Tahari designs a dress inspired by Michelle Obama - Vogue UK
Buyer sues Louis Vuitton after discovering that his $12,000 Murakami prints came from repurposed materials - LA Times
Meisel and his muses - New York Times
Which fashion designers would make it in the movies? - Guardian UK
Top designers urge backing for piracy bill - WWD
Vivienne Westwood launches five new bridal gowns - Vogue UK
First Look: Lulu Frost + Loft - Nylon

Celebstyle Smarts

FabSugar — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 02:12:22 -0700

This week, we focused on the amazing Spring ensembles celebrities wore to various superstar events. It was refreshing to see them without their coats and into pretty frocks and light blazers. What a fun way to start the season. Were you paying attention to their stylish ensembles? Take my quiz and find out.

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Celebrity Style: Audrey Tatou

FabSugar — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:00:11 -0700

Isn't Audrey a vision in Chanel? At the Paris premiere of the hotly anticipated Coco Chanel bio-flick, Coco Avant Chanel, she wore a black-and-white floral frock from Lagerfeld's Spring couture collection. She contrasted the prim with a not-so-prim cropped black leather jacket. Swirly black leather Sergio Rossi sandals and a green cocktail ring make for unique accessories. We haven't seen our Fabcon in a while, and can't wait to see more premiere looks from the pseudo Coco.

Jones New York Sleeveless Belted Floral Dress - $159.00	Silence & Noise Quilted Bomber - $128.00
Sergio Rossi Shoes - $890.00	Kenneth Jay Lane Green Headlight Ring - $58.00
Lisa Freede Thin Eternity Ring - $37.00	Chanel black quilted satin flap shoulder bag - $2,360.00

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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FABTV: Coco Avant Chanel Movie Trailer

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:00:22 -0700

After much anticipation, the first Coco Avant Chanel movie trailer starring our fabulous Fabcon, Audrey Tautou, has finally released. The preview is in French, but that doesn't mean we can't come to our own conclusions about the plot. We do know it focuses on her earlier life, growing up and the budding stages of the house of Chanel. Judging from the steamy love scenes, crazy fights, and decadent clothes, I gather this to be an amazing period romance filled with action, love, and betrayal. But that's just my opinion. The film premieres in France April 22 and a US release date is still to be decided. Enjoy!

Fab Flash: Stephen Jones Tips His Hat to Audrey Tautou

FabSugar — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:00:22 -0700

Stephen Jones has taken a role in the highly anticipated film, Coco Before Chanel featuring Audrey Tautou. The sought-after milliner, who has designed head pieces for some of the top fashion houses including Mugler, Gaultier, and Christian Dior, will be creating hats for our little French Fabcon in the upcoming biopic.

"She will make a wonderful Chanel, she is equally as petite. We have had to adjust everything. We put a little flower on her head and it looked like a cushion," said Jones. We can't wait to see his millinery madness!

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Fabcon: Audrey Tautou

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:00:22 -0700

French films have a distinct quirkiness that I crave from time to time. I recently watched, for the hundredth time, Amélie starring cute-as-a-button, French actress, Audrey Tautou. She is a hot ticket slated to play Coco Chanel in an upcoming flick and rumored to be the next face of Chanel No. 5 perfume. Her short banged bob and vintage wardrobe made me want to visit my hairstylist sooner than scheduled, and wear my hemline a little longer.

If Clémence Poésy is France's eccentric child, and Marion Cotillard is the sophisticated sister, then Audrey is the wise, ripe daughter that is utterly comfortable in her skin.

One look at Audrey's clothes and pixie haircut and it's obvious that the girl cares about fashion. When on the red carpet, she's quirky but always polished. Her choice of dresses makes it known that she's not OK with being a fashion sheep. Her off-carpet style usually consists of relaxed jeans, paired with a cool jacket and easy flats. With her petite frame and at-ease style, I get the sense that for Miss Tatou, shopping is an in-and-out experience. I'd love to accompany her one day!

To see more red-carpet and movie pictures of the fabulous Frenchie, read more

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Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 08 May 2009 10:25:56 -0700

Lookbook: L.A.M.B Fall '09 - WWD
Marvellous millinery at the Metropolitan Ball - Guardian UK
Mango's newest campaign star is Leigh Lezark! - Nylon
Piperlime adds apparel - WWD
Is there a setting for high strung? - New York Times
Audrey Tautou and Karl Lagerfeld talk Coco Chanel - Vogue UK
An ode to the shooting stars of beauty - IHT
Recession chic: Why blondes are having more fun - Times UK
Actresses are edging out models on magazine covers - New York Times
The Model as Muse: Behind the sitting - IHT
Lulu Frost collaborates with Hats by Selima - FWD
Derek Lam opens his first shop - WWD

Fab Flash: Miu Miu Says Goodbye to Kirsten, Bonjour Vanessa

FabSugar — Wed, 14 May 2008 10:00:22 -0700

Like we've been preaching for a while now - the French are coming! It's not just us who are intrigued by the je ne sais quoi of the French lassies taking over film and fashion. There's ingenue Clémence Poésy, Oscar-nominee Marion Cotillard, Chanel spokeswoman Audrey Tautou, and now the new face of Miu Miu, and second half of a power couple with Johnny Depp, Vanessa Paradis. This former model and musician definitely knows how to work it for the camera as she's a seasoned muse. Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott will be behind the lens yet again. And like that, Kirsten Dunst is no longer a Miu Miu muse . . .

In more Miu Miu news, the little sister of Prada will open a second store in Los Angeles on Rodeo. Double the news, double the fun.

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Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 08 May 2008 13:00:22 -0700

Patricia Field on Sex and the City - Jezebel
Audrey Tautou: She can't hide - fashionologie
Naomi Watts’s angelic new role: Face of Thierry Mugler fragrance - Off the Rack
Maison Martin Margiela Convertible Beach Bag - Bag Snob
Sneak peek: Official Sex and the City movie fashion production notes! - LA Times Blog
Hello Doily - GenArt Pulse
Jeeves London’s finest dry cleaners giveaway! - Couture in the City
Anna Wintour takes a fashion risk & we have our say in Newsday - Fashiontribes
Elle accessories week: So many jewelry trends, so little time! - Stylehive
Mulberry Jody Tote - Purse Blog
Fab flash: Flats are bad for you! - FabSugar UK
Game on - Refinery29
Gossip Girl Guesses - Fashionista