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The Look For Less: Prada Satin Banded Sandals

FabSugar — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 04:00:22 PDT

Prada's Fall 2007 RTW runway brought us these beauties: the Prada Satin Banded Sandals, about $520. The fashion world really needed footwear as unique as this because, quite frankly, I'm getting a tad tired of Louboutins since we've been seeing them everywhere. Lucky for us, a major shoe retailer has copied this style and it's fairly reasonable in price.

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Thank you, Nine West, for getting on the ball and designing these Prada-like Nine West Metropops, $79. They're banded, they're open toe and most importantly, the heels have curves. It also comes in silver/black. Talk about from runway to real way!

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Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2012

Marisa Tom — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 22:47:15 PST

In true Jean Paul Gaultier fashion, Fall 2012 is a rocker chick's dream. Steeped in streetwear influences and a cult punk band vibe, the designer certainly had the underground on his mind. So much so, that everything from woven jacquard trousers to satin-sheen cocktail frocks were embellished with retro bright '80s-style graffiti prints. But don't let the urban-inspired designs fool you. Gaultier amped up his tough-girl outlook with altogether luxe add-ons and with a surprisingly ladylike polish. Think slick metallic accents, velvet gowns, ultra-tailored suits in even more exotic snakeskin iterations, colorful fur stoles and capes, and voluminous cinching. Most interesting to note (aside from the stick straight flat-ironed hair, complete with spray painted middle parts)? The designer's attention to "two-in-one" pieces. Take, for example, the bronzed trench coat worn around the waist as a full skirt or the dress turned cape - much of the statement outerwear doubled in functionality and in coolness. See below for more Jean Paul Gaultier details.

Trends: Menswear-inspired snakeskin suits, two-in-one pieces, velvet, graffiti prints, and luxe embellishments.
Colors: Black, red, bronze, brown, white, gray, orange, and bright pink.
Key Look: With Jean Paul Gaultier, it's always about the tailoring. His Fall '12 lineup of well-cut jackets, trenches, and trousers take the cake.
Accessories: Wide belts, fur stoles and capes, leather gloves, and T-strap sandals.
Who Would Wear It: Long-time fans like Madonna and Dita Von Teese, and an edgier style setter like Diane Kruger or Carey Mulligan.

Gwyneth Paltrow Nails the Jumpsuit Trend - Get the Look

Chi Diem Chau — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 13:02:26 PST

Let Gwyneth Paltrow be our latest example of the jumpsuit trend done right. At last night's Women in Film pre-Oscar event in LA, Gwyneth donned a black Boy. by Band of Outsiders tuxedo jumpsuit. The plunging neckline is a risque touch, but notice how she tempered the sexy silhouette with one strong statement necklace and black and gold Jimmy Choo platform sandals. The result is a modern, yet sultry evening ensemble. Read on to see how you can achieve the same look, then shop similar items below.

Do not overaccessorize. Stick to one key statement piece, like an oversized cuff or standout pendant - we love how Gwyneth adorned her look with a gold shark tooth necklace - and black heels to elongate your body.
Choose a flattering silhouette. Draped shapes and jumpsuits cut closer to the body are the most flattering fit.
Style the look with a tailored black or white blazer for a chic office-to-evening ensemble.

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Rachel Comey Spring 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:31:27 PDT

With a live drum-heavy performance from New York indie band I.U.D. playing in the backdrop, Rachel Comey showed her Spring 2012 collection last night at Pier 59 Studios. Comey's trademark cool-cum-whimsical prints were updated with a chic new twist, "I'm taking them to a more subtle, textural level," said Comey. "And I like it." Adding depth to her collection were draped asymmetric floral print dresses layered over corsets and diaphanous sheer cable knit print patterns. For accessories, Comey showed off another covetable range of flatform sandals, colorblocked loafers, and Moroccan flats topped off with straw hats. We like this chicer, more streamlined side of Comey. Check out highlights from the show below, then flip the slideshow to see the rest of the collection.

Trends: Sheer prints, asymmetric dresses, mid-length hemlines, plaid prints.

Colors: Dark blue, linen, black, tan, burnt amber, orange, forest green.

Key Look: A one-shoulder draped orange and blue floral print dress layered over a black corset.

Accessories: Colorblocked loafers, flatform sandals, Moroccan slippers, and straw hats.

Who Would Wear It: Girls looking for textural prints with a modern edge.

What to Wear to an Outdoor Wedding - and Perhaps What Not To

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 03:34:49 PDT

Going to weddings can be a blast, and that goes double for outdoor ceremonies. Not only do you get to take advantage of the gorgeous weather, but you're also able to get away with bright colors, lightweight fabrics, and comfy, chic flats - which ensure that you'll be a force to be reckoned with on the dance floor. If you're slated to attend an alfresco wedding this season and are in need of outfit ideas, look no further. We've put together the ultimate outdoor wedding pieces and hooked you up with some sartorial dos and don'ts. See it all when you keep reading.

See Pictures of Brooke Burke and David Charvet's Surprise Sunset Wedding!

Katie Henry — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:53:53 PDT

Brooke Burke and David Charvet tied the knot off the coast of St. Barts earlier this month and now the newlyweds are sharing photos from their intimate sunset ceremony! The family of six made it appear like they were on an annual trip to the tropical island, but secretly Brooke and David had plans to say "I do" aboard a private boat docked just off shore. The bride wore a custom-made Mark Zunino gown and diamond accented Jimmy Choo sandals, while the groom wore a simple white shirt and matching pants. David and Brooke exchanged vows in front of their four children, Shaya, Rain, Seirra, and Neriah, two friends, and the ship's captain. The days following the nuptials were jam-packed with more beach time and bikini fun for the just-married pair; Brooke even showed off her new Peter Marco wedding band during an afternoon lounging on the sand with David - click through to see all the photos from their secret wedding!

Coachella 2011: My 10 Must-See Shows

Shannon Vestal — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:30:32 PDT

I'm headed off to Coachella this weekend as a guest of Intel's Visual Life campaign, and besides my sunscreen and sandals, I'm also planning to bring an itinerary of all the acts I want to see. The Coachella lineup is impressive this year, but with so many awesome bands and limited time, I'm making sure to pinpoint the 10 acts, big and small, that are on my must-see list this year.

10 Ways to Avoid Germs at the Gym

Self — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 08:00:16 PDT

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar!

Well, duh - this is what we thought when we first saw a new position paper by the National Athletic Trainers' Association that emphasized that people who work out in communal settings - such as a gym - are at risk for skin infections and other infectious diseases.

But, the truth is, with our crazed schedule, we try to get in and out of the gym as quickly as possible while getting a decent workout - often forgetting to sweat the details when it comes to avoiding germs that could lead to the common cold or a potentially dangerous infection such as antibiotic-resistant staph (MRSA).

While we're not going to be crazy about it and we're certainly not encouraging anyone to skip the gym entirely, we ARE going to try to clean up our act by following these no-brainer tips from Brian B. Adams, MD, associate professor of dermatology at the University of Cincinnati:

Cover cuts with Band-Aids. This includes small breaks in the skin such as hangnails or dry, cracked skin.
Spray down machines - cardio and strength - even if they don't "look" sweaty. Most gyms have disinfectant available at points throughout the gym. Use it, says Adams. For best results, spray disinfectant directly on equipment, not on towels. And to make sure it kills the germs, let it sit on the surface for a couple of minutes before wiping it down with a clean cloth.
Never let your bare feet hit the floor - that includes showers, locker rooms, and pool decks, especially. "Always keep your sandals on," says Adams. "Make it so routine that when you forget to wear them it feels like you are driving without your seatbelt on."

For seven more ways to protect yourself at the gym, keep reading.