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Look Book Love: Shopbop, On Pointe

FabSugar — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:00:22 -0700

Have any of you taken ballet? I have, and what I loved more than learning French terms and delicate moves was wearing those sweet tutus. That's why Shopbop's Look Book, titled On Pointe, warms my heart. Models warm up in soft-colored dresses, pleated blouses, poufy skirts, and ballet flats. Love the looks, then get the looks.

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Fab Finding Follow-Up: Dance the Day Away

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 15:30:08 -0700

A friend of mine is in a modern dance group and they're having their recital soon. She invited me to go, and though I'm excited to see her moves, I'm nervous about my outfit. The only other dance recital I've been to was my little cousin's ballet class. I wanted to look dance-inspired but not foolish. Thanks for all of the lovely suggestions. I'm confident that I'll fit right in with the dance crowd in one of these sweet ensembles.

I started you off with this Jennifer Ouellette Headband ($75) because it has a sweet ballet aesthetic that will make me fit in with the dancers.

Look #1, created by kendallina, is soft with a little bit of tough. The thick strap adds a modern interpretation to the girlie ballerina flat.

Jennifer Ouellette Headband ($75)	H2 at Hammerman - Smoky Topaz Drop Earrings - Saks.com
Alexis Bittar - Double Link Charm Necklace - Saks.com	Jardin set of 3 - animal print and gold bangles at Bluefly
Chloe black coated fabric 'Heloise' shoulder bag at Bluefly	Diane von Furstenberg 'Torin' Silk Wrap Top - Nordstrom
Maison Martin Margiela - Black Pants - eLUXURY	Loeffler Randall - Zoe Ankle Cuff Ballerina - eLUXURY

To see the rest, read more.

Look #2, created by gabitaitalia, is just plain fun. Those combat-inspired boots are unexpected and quirky.

Jennifer Ouellette Headband ($75)	Morgan Jean Freshwater Pearl Coin Pendant Necklace
Marc Jacobs Patent fold-over clutch	Miu Miu Bustier prom dress	Fendi Short patent lace up boots

Look #3, created by hil34, reminds me of something Serena van der Woodsen from Gossip Girl would wear. The slouchy sweater offsets the hard pleats in the skirt. Love those shoes!

Juicy Couture Elle Mary-Janes	Juicy Couture�-� Vintage Estate Chain Bracelet
Ligne 6 Martin Margiela Low V-Neck Sweater	Riviera Knit Halter
Belle of the Ball Skirt	Jennifer Ouellette Headband ($75)

Rampage Brocade and Tulle Ballerina Dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 08:36:33 -0800

I know I said ballet-inspired looks are happening but this is ballerina overkill! This Rampage Brocade and Tulle Ballerina Dress, on sale for $71.99 (originally $129), is too froofy and too pink if you ask me. Though it may make a killer Halloween costume one day...what do you think? Love it or hate it?

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.

Trend Alert: Ballet-Inspired

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 05:19:25 -0800

I feel pretty...Oh so pretty...I feel pretty and witty and gay...This ballet-inspired trend is definitely a pretty one. You all know I attended the Nutcracker last month and am a fan of the ballet. This trend will also spill into Spring 2007 ala Michael Kors. I'm pretty jazzed about this look; here are my picks:
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Danskin Women's Wrap Sweater, $25.

Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Halter Mini Dress, $150.

dELiAs Bow Necklace, $14.50

More ballet-inspired looks, read more

Generra Velvet Belted Tunic, $185.

Marc by Marc Jacobs rose velvet embellished trumpet skirt, $220.

Loeffler Randall Metallic Ballet Flat, $360.

Tracy Reese Strapless Lace Overlay Top, $275.

Juicy Couture Ballet Slipper Charm, $50.

New FabSugar Group! Window Shopping

FabSugar — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 05:42:34 -0800

We are all in this weird in-between stage of the shopping season. The credit cards are maxed out from holiday shopping. The sales are picked over. And I'm showing you all the tempting Spring Peeks getting you ready for Spring shopping. What is a shopaholic to do?

If you're like me and also enjoy the exercise (yes, exercise - that was Carrie Bradshaw's cardio mind you) of shopping and walking around, why not share your window shopping experiences on FabSugar? It's good to take the time to enjoy other aspects of shopping; visual merchandising is a whole industry in itself.

It was a beautiful sunny weekend in my neck of the woods so I snapped a few cool storefronts. Check them out in my Window Shopping group. My favorite was the MAC store; they had a pretty ballet-inspired window display. And get this: I resisted going in! This may be your shopping salvation; clicking a photo instead of charging a card.

To join this group click here and to learn to post content to this group post a blog in here. Don't forget to name the store and where it is located. Happy window shopping!

Absolutely Fabulous

FabSugar — Sat, 06 Jan 2007 14:40:12 -0800

I kicked off the New Year with some simply fabulous shoes found by you lovely ladies!
It's not too late to send out thank you cards!
Get up to date with the latest trend alerts: stud earrings, ballet-inspired, cobalt blue, and tweeds.
A couple fab sites you all should check out this weekend: ChipandPepper.com and Endless.com.
Spring is right around the corner! Check out my Spring Peeks of Acrylic Accents, Romanza, Intergalactic Planetary, and Dresses.
Wipe the slate clean in 2007 with crystal clear lip glosses, alcohol-free toners, clarifying facial cleansers, clear(ish) sunglasses, and clean out your makeup drawer after learning about the shelf life of your makeup.
You all got a kick out of my Look for Less: Louis Vuitton Silver Speedy 30 post as well as Hilary Duff's fab luggage and Ugly Betty Is Not So Ugly!.
The FabSugar Designer of 2006 is 3.1 Phillip Lim - bravo!

Inspiration: Ballerinas

FabSugar — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 23:20:20 -0700

We all know that pretty flats are hot for Fall, but I can't help but notice several other ballerina-inspired silhouettes traipsing into stores and fashion magazines-not to mention some shoes that look almost exactly like ballet slippers. The greatest thing is you don't have to look like a dancer to pull off these highly flattering styles. Here are some of my favorite ballet-inspired fashions this season.

Moschino Embellished Prom Dress, $2,995, available here.

Calvin Klein Footwear Sari Soft Ballet Flat, $90, available here.

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Elie Tahari Reversible Katia Vest, $226.80, available here.

Robert Rodriguez Black Tulle Sequin Stripe Skirt, $165, available here.