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Trend Alert: Fancy Thong Flats

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 14:50:22 -0700

I have I don't even know how many pairs of fancy thong flats. Once hot weather hits I get in the mood for not only flats but fancy, shiny, glittering ones! These are the perfect evening alternative when you don't feel like subjecting your feet to strain or blisters fueled by high heels. Why, I think they can even be wedding appropriate - just look at some of these sparklers.

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Gifts for Your BFF

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 18:00:58 -0700

Put away the passe charm bracelets and broken heart lockets! You and your BFF can now venture out proudly linked in these cute and comfy tees from Brooklyn-based designer 19.23.

And should you ever lose your BFF to your ex (are you listening, Jessica Simpson?), 19.23 offers a wide variety of other fun and funky tee shirts starting at just $34.

Worse comes to worse, maybe you can just stock up on a few of the "other half" tees - you never know when a new BFF will come along!

FABTV: Phoenix, "Lisztomania" (SF Brat Pack Mash Up)

FabSugar — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:23:22 -0800

I feel a smile coming on . . . this brand spanking new Phoenix video was filmed in my hometown, San Francisco, over the past couple Sundays. It's fresher than fresh. The kids are local talent, and one of my friends is even one of the danceaholics in it - hi Trish! (She's the vibrant redhead with the cool printed tee). It's so spirited. The dance moves may look familiar - an ode to one of the best scenes in The Breakfast Club. And the shots of neon garb hone in on the awesome '80s vibe. Smile on.

Phoenix - Lisztomania (SF BRAT PACK MASH UP) from chinorockwell on Vimeo.

Mad About Minkoff! Score Rebecca Minkoff's Nikki Hobo Bag

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:45:22 -0800

Are you ready? We saved the best for last with our final Rebecca Minkoff giveaway. This sophisticated Rebecca Minkoff Auburn Nikki Hobo ($595) will surely last you a lifetime. I adore the sweet almond tone, and the decadent gold embellishments have just the right amount of bling. Don't forget to check out Minkette.com for more RM goodies.

To enter to win, just log into your PopSugar Community account and take our fun Rebecca Minkoff quiz. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored. Remember, you must be logged into your PopSugar Community account to be entered, so if you're not already a member, register now. Tell your friends about this amazing giveaway here. Here are the official rules. I'm pulling the plug on entries Monday, Nov. 23, at 11:59 p.m. PST. Good luck!

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Fab Gift Guide: 15 Under $50 For Your BFF

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:00:22 -0800

The holidays mean a lot of scrumptious food, friends, family, and shopping. It can be hard buying cute, affordable gifts for all of your BFFs, but don't worry, I got your back. Your girlfriends are bound to go gaga over these glittery belts, galactic cardis, cool cameras, and warm fuzzies. The best part? They're all under $50 - done and done. Be sure to check out all the PopSugar Network's 2009 holiday gift guides!

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The Pros and Cons of Buying Topshop Online

Fab Community — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:22 -0800

Check out what Emily EMS has to say about her online Topshop experience in our 24/7 Go-To Fashion Guide group.

I always knew they existed - I have seen their chic dresses, sexy heels and cool tops. I am talking about Topshop. I got even more excited when I found out they opened a store in NYC, although I live in Denver, Colorado. I must say, things come around a lot slower around here, and don't get me wrong, there are nice stores here, but it's not to the point where they satisfy my fashion cravings.

This is when the beauty of online shopping comes in handy. My friend Sophie loves to shop online. She says that it's the best because she can buy things anytime, even at two in the morning, not have to worry about driving to the mall, (and not finding anything at the mall!), and in most cases, there's no sales tax, a small shipping fee, and usually, the return and exchanges are easy.

I must say, I was never comfortable with buying clothes online. Shoes and bags, I'm OK with. With clothes, things are different simply because every brand has slightly different sizing and all. Topshop was no exception. It's from the UK, and I know sometimes the equivalent of those sizes can be confusing - look at H&M!

One day, as I was looking through tons of pictures as always - new trends, jackets and coats for Fall and Winter. And there it was. I fell in love with this striped knit jacket from Topshop. I looked at the price, and fell in love with it even more - it's only $80!

I had to go to the store - but wait, there is no Topshop here in Denver! As I envied those folks in NYC, I went online. I quickly navigated myself to look for the jacket and there it was! I want, I want! Pause. What is my size?

Suddenly, I was lost. I usually wear a 2 or 4, depending on the brand. I also have jackets and tops that run rather small or large. While all those thoughts kept going around my head, I looked up on the sizing chart. Hmm . . . I think I am 4, but I don't want it to be too tight since it's a knit jacket . . . oh well, let's just order 6 in case, and if it didn't fit, I'd just exchange it. Before placing an order, it suddenly dawned on me that in case this size didn't work out, I better check on the return policy. Just in case. I'm not sure if that was a sign of something, but I looked. And I discovered many things I did not know. At first, I did not know Topshop's merchandise all ship out from UK. Thus, $15 shipping charge makes sense. Then I realized another thing. What if I wanted to return or exchange something? Sure, you can either return it in person at their stores but that is not my option. According to their website, if you wanted to return or exchange an item, you have to ship it back to their UK warehouse at your own expense. Hmmm . . .

Now I'm determined to make my purchase more "oops wrong size" free. I certainly don't want to go through with shipping the item back and forth till I get it right. It's not only time consuming, but also could end up being costly. I carefully studied the sizing chart, I realized, I needed some real people's opinions. Of course, the chart gives you the idea to narrow down which size you could possibly be, but just in case, to double check it, I did my own research.

I googled the "Topshop sizing review" and voilà! There were a few out there, but one forum was particularly helpful - Facebook. People with the same problems come together and discuss the sizing. Some argue Topshop's sizing runs smaller. Others disagree.

In the end, I ended up getting a 6 - I figured if it's bigger rather than smaller, I could live with it. I haven't gotten the jacket just yet, because I just ordered yesterday, but I'll keep you posted on the sizing. I must say the forum, like the one Facebook, did help me tremendously, sometimes a sizing chart won't do justice. Real people's opinions really do count.

So will I shop online again? Yeah, sure. But do some research beforehand, and read the fine print in case you don't like it, or it's too small or too big, or it's not what I thought it would be, or whatever the reason may be. As for me, for now, I'm waiting and hoping that all the research and reading will pay off.

There are already a bunch of groups you can join and explore, and please - start some new ones! Here's a helpful guide to creating in case you need some clarification.

The Rainy Day Solution: Hunter Wellies!

Fab Community — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

I'm always on the lookout for cute rain boots. Check out dany92's awesome find in our Fashion Passion group.

The leaves are starting to change colors, an umbrella is becoming your new best friend, and your nice suede moccasin boots start to feel the abuse - what's the fashionable solution? Hunter Gum boots! These boots are sleek, chic and don’t really look like wellies. You can without a doubt, wear them with your favorite pair of jeans, tucked in, and they will have a very urban, I am going hunting with Prince Charles this afternoon look. To be totally honest, Hunter boots are the real deal, the Rolls Royce of wellies - and they come in a cute, fun array of colors. My favorites? The pink pair and the black – so classy and versatile. I could possibly go for the timeless black, forest green, or navy option, although all the colors are Fab. Hard to make up my mind . . . If Kate Moss can rock these boots and get rave reviews in Vogue, I'm sure any fashion-conscious girl can pull these off.

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Friday Fab News Roundup

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:08:29 -0800

Lara Bohinc's shoe collection - Vogue UK
Victoria's Secret Fashion Show announces its top ten finalists - FWD
Fab Ad: Daisy Lowe for Louis Vuitton - FabSugar UK
Beyonce Knowles in David Koma - Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Designer denim drops in price - The Budget Fashionista
Annie Leibovitz focuses on deal - Page Six
Best budget-friendly boots - Frugal-Fashionista
Chloe Green for Topshop - Vogue UK
Shoes: A not-so-guilty pleasure - New York Times
MTV's 'Styl'D' shows the reality of a stylist's job - LA Times
Escada sold - Vogue UK
Why big models are big fashion news - Guardian UK

All That Glitters in the FabSugar Fashion Community

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:30:22 -0800

Never one to shy away from glitz and glam, I have always been a jewelry advocate, especially during the holidays. If you share my love for all things sparkly, you may want to join these jewelry-appreciation groups in the the FabSugar Fashion Community. Shine on you pretty diamonds . . .

Fab Jewelry Finds	Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend	Girls Just Wanna Be Frosted
Sequin Lovers	The Jewelry Box	Help Identifying Jewelry Pieces

Check out all the groups you can join and explore, and please - start some new ones! Here's GeekSugar's helpful guide to creating in case you need some clarification.

FABTV: Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch "Good Vibrations"

FabSugar — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:17:22 -0700

Fab friends, I've had a tough couple weeks. I've been sick, suffered some heartbreak, and had some The Hills best friend drama. I know life isn't always sunshine and rainbows, but it's tough when a typhoon hits. Alas, I am on the upward, and in times like this, music is my muse. And fashion, of course. Instead of listening to sad music and dying inside, I reach for uplifting, sometimes comical music to lift my spirits. This '91 goodie put a smile on my face. And isn't it amazing how far Marky Mark - I mean, Mark Wahlberg - has come? For a big smile, go to the 2:43 LL Cool J licking of the lips bit. Feel it, feel it.