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Vera Wang Striped Bubble Dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 07:00:22 -0800

Fellow reader Lilv wants to know: What do you think about this Vera Wang Striped Bubble Dress ($258) that she posted in the Love It or Hate It? group. I don't mind the silhouette, but combined with the stripes, it looks too much like a conservative nurse's uniform. Are you with me?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! 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.

Style For Style: Say Sayonara to Static

FabSugar — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:30:22 -0800

When getting ready for a fabulous soiree, you have important questions running through your mind like "Do I look pretty"? and "Does this Nicole Miller Silk Strapless Bubble Dress ($290) make me look fat"? Static inquiries shouldn't be one of them. Whether it's in your hair or on your clothes, there's no such thing as good static. But, like any other fashion crisis, it's bound to happen to the best of us. Ladies, let's get together and stop static before it stops us from looking Fab and having fun!

To see how to stop static, read more

There are two solutions to your static problem. First, take dryer sheets like Bounce Outdoor Fresh Dryer Sheets ($34) and do a rigorous rub down on the problem areas, including tights, clothes, and/or slips. Another way is to take a wire hanger and rub the long side on your clothes. A good rub down before heading out the door will do you and your gorgeous clothes some good.

Celebrity Style: Halle Berry

FabSugar — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 12:30:22 -0700

Move over Nicole Richie, there's a new hot pregnant mama in town. Here at the "Late Show With David Letterman," Halle Berry looks more gorgeous than ever in her Galliano bubble lace dress, slingback sandals and hoop earrings. This isn't her first pregnant look, but I think it's her best so far. Everything about it is soft and feminine - just the way Fab likes it. I'm looking forward to seeing more pretty pregnant ensembles from Halle!

Galliano Chantilly Lace Bubble Mini Dress - $615.00	Nina Caitrin - $89.00
Jeweled satin clutch - $38.00	Argento Vivo silver etched hoop earrings - $70.00
Crislu Pavé Reflection Pavé Band Ring - $62.99

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Festive Party Dresses, Part I: Bubble-Hem Dresses

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 06:01:39 -0800

The holiday season will soon be upon us, which means it's time to gear up your gift-buying. It's also time to start hunting for a cute party dress to get you through those holiday cocktail gatherings. So starting today, I'll be spending the week looking at the hottest party-dress trends, so that you can find the frock that's perfect for you. Today's installment: bubble-hem dresses. Here are some of my favorite finds.

Max Studio Corseted Tulip Dress, $398, available here.

Tibi Bubble Hem Dress, $375, available here.

Adam + Eve Tiered Bubble Dress, $465, available here.

Notte by Marchesa Strapless Bubble Dress, $740, available here.

To see the rest, read more

Nicole Miller Bubble Dress, $345, available here.

BCBG Max Azria Velvet & Taffeta Bubble Dress, $332, available here.

Kay Unger New York Bow-Shoulder Dress, $189, available here.

Forever 21 Vintage Style Dress, $29.80, available here.

One-Shoulder Holiday Dresses For Under $100!

Fab Community — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:50:22 -0800

Here's a fun post frugalfashion22 shared in The Frugal Fashionista group.

It’s holiday time and you know what that means: shopping for party dresses. This season I decided I want to show a little skin. What better way to do it than with an off-the-shoulder cocktail dress? I’ve found three show-stoppers all for $100 or less! This dress from T-Bags is sure to make a statement at your party. Made of a stunning gold jacquard fabric, it features a large asymmetrical bow across the bust area. The bubble skirt and empire waist will give you an instant sexy hourglass silhouette. And you won't believe the price - originally $335, it’s now 70% off, and yours for $100. Find it at theoutnet.com.

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Fabworthy: Alice & Olivia Pailette Mini Dress

FabSugar — Mon, 14 May 2007 12:02:22 -0700

I literally stopped everything I was just doing when I came across this Alice & Olivia Pailette Mini Dress, $300. It is absolutely one of the most adorable LBDs I have ever seen. I want to take it home with me so badly! It would be so fun at a black-tie wedding. What has made me fall in love? Why, the unique combo of the bubble skirt, large circle sequins and pockets of course!

Trend Alert: Bubble Skirts and Dresses

FabSugar — Mon, 21 Aug 2006 15:32:52 -0700

We've covered miniskirts, denim skirts and kimono dresses, but one Fall skirt trend that we have not covered is Bubble Skirts and Dresses. They were all over the runway this year, and they are sure to pop up on the street as well. These skirts are meant to be worn above the knee and with heels. You can also pair them with leggings.

Here are a few bubble skirts and dresses:

Velvet Edna Strapless Dress, $159, Available here

Lots more, so read more

Maria Bonita Extra Balonee Skirt, $158, Available here

Mimi Turner Drop Waist Bubble Dress, $190, Available here

Button Up Balloon Dress, $112, Available here

Mossimo Black Knit Bubble-Skirt Dress, $19.99, Available here

Fab Exclusive! Rachel Roy Dishes Inspiration and Favorite Pieces From Her Macy's Collection

FabSugar — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:50:22 -0700

Rachel Roy is officially our latest girl crush, thanks to an amazing Macy's Rachel Roy event we attended in San Francisco. Walking into Macy's contemporary department that night was like stepping into a cool lounge complete with a dope DJ - who played some of my favorite old-school jams - fabulously dressed people, delightful bubbly, and RR macaroons. And, of course, the breathtakingly beautiful Rachel Roy was present. We shopped 'til we dropped and managed to sneak in some one-on-one time with the charming designer. Did you know she's a Bay Area native? Born and raised in Monterey, baby. After talking about the Bay Area - more to come on that topic - we found out which pieces were her favorite from the collection and who inspired her.
Which pieces from the collection do you think are the most bang for your buck?

"That's a great question. Because I'm older, I tend to go for the classic looks - like the trench coat. You can take the belt off and wear it a million different ways. I like that you can also wear it like a trench dress."

A trench dress?

"Yes, like a painterly kind of trench coat. And I try to do pieces for young girls to wear, like to an interview, and also be able to wear to a party - a look that mixes both."

Day to night?

"Yes, depending on how I dress it up or down. And you know kids don't have a lot of money, so I want to give them that versatility. But I also want to keep them chic, modern, and respect them to not just throw junk out there. It's time consuming and there's a lot of work, but I'm really trying to my best to put together a collection that respects the consumer."

I love this red and black print.

"I love that. It reminded me of Yves Saint Laurent's hieroglyphics from back in the day. He got the inspiration from his home town [Algeria]. I could never do that in my designer line, and that's one of the big prints for me here. In my designer line, I have to find a print that's kind of 100 percent me."

To see more fun pictures from the Fab event, read more.

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Photos courtesy of Drew Altizer

Which Lady Gaga Getup Is Most Gaga?

FabSugar — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:50:22 -0700

We're well acquainted with Lady Gaga by now. We know she's ballsy and highly experimental with her style. But this latest batch of outfits - two of them from Marc Jacobs's Fall '09 show - is the craziest yet. From London to Berlin, the bold singer has further pushed the envelope in bold shoulders, neon yellow, bubble skirts, and leather. And I think I know her response to "Do you dress up when you take a flight?" Check her out, then tell me, which Lady Gaga getup is most gaga?

Which Red-Carpet Star Was Most Fab at the BET Awards?

FabSugar — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:00:22 -0700

It was the 2009 BET Awards this weekend. Did you tune in? If so, you would have definitely noticed five standout ladies on the red carpet. Alicia Keys opted for an embellished Jenny Packham, Beyonce did sequined Balmain, Ciara chose maroon leather, Zoe Saldana continued her clean streak with Calvin Klein, and Adrienne Bailon worked a glam bubble dress. All different, all gorgeous, but who's most Fab?