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eBay Find of the Week

FabSugar — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 01:12:22 -0700

Have you heard? American Apparel brought its California Vintage concept online. Now, non-LA dwellers can shop the vintage boutique via eBay. I think you'll like this Vintage Colorblock Plaid Tent Top, size small/medium, because it's colorful and airy. Throw it on over your gorgeous new swimsuit and get thyself to the beach.

The current bidding price is at $20.50 and the auction ends on Tuesday, June 24. Good luck and happy bidding!

On Our Radar: American Apparel Does Vintage

FabSugar — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 14:00:22 -0800

Fab loves vintage, eBay loves vintage, and now American Apparel loves it, too. The LA-based company opened its first vintage store, California Vintage, on Sunset Boulevard in Echo Park. It sells hand-picked clothing from the 1950s through the 1990s, along with American Apparel pieces that may not be available at the regular stores. So why vintage and why now? Employees came up with the idea after seeing the company's basement, which was brimming with vintage items. Still, there wasn't enough for an entire store so professional vintage buyers were hired to bulk up the goods.

For those of you who are against American Apparel's vulgar and sexually-charged ads, California Vintage is slated to be more tame. If you're in LA, check out the store and give us the scoop!

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Fashion Week Quickie: The Outfit Plan

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 03:00:22 -0700

As you read this I am Jet Blueing across the country. I will be doing a mix of restless organization, napping, and guilty television watching. Don't you love long flights sometimes? I do, especially during hectic times when you are forced to sit still and chill out. But before I embark on another fashion-filled week, stressed to the max, inspired to the fullest, my days working at Martha Stewart help me prepare. If you have yet to see the infamous outfit plan (print your own), which I do before every Fashion Week, here's the latest and Fabest.The approach this time is a mix of minimalism and California laid-back style. Colors are black, white, and purple, and jewelry is playing a bigger part than ever before. Total amount of shoes: Four pairs! Not bad, considering previous seasons. Bags: Also four - don't ask me why. But these always need to be big enough to carry my reporter essentials; brands represented on Fab's shoulder will be Foley + Corinna, vintage Bottega Veneta, Hogan, and Prada. Does anyone else spot an Italian theme here? Jackets, oh how I love them so, will be kept to a minimum given the warm forecast (yes!), and my Marc by Marc umbrella is packed! Get ready girls, let the fashion games begin.

On Our Radar: Spring Sunglasses Galore

FabSugar — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 06:00:22 -0800

It seems anyone who's a designer is putting out sunglasses these days. Joining the list that already includes Banana Republic, Phillip Lim and Tiffany are Pucci, Balenciaga, Chris Benz, Karl Lagerfeld, Chaiken, and Jimmy Choo. Considering everyone wants to go incognito these days, it's no surprise that these designers also want a piece of the shady pie.

Pucci: This is the first time since the '70s that the label is bringing eyewear to its repertoire. The line features 19 styles in the famous Pucci colors like coral, blue, gold, purple, and black and white. It will be available this month at most major luxury retailers, will wholesale from $142 to $500.

To learn more about upcoming sunglass collections, read more

Balenciaga: Partnering with Safilo, Balenciaga's plastic and metal styles reflect a futuristic theme. They wholesale from $156 to $196, and will land at Balenciaga boutiques this month.
Chris Benz: The young designer has teamed up with Moscot, a 93-year-old label, to design shades in colors such as peacock, orchid, and cerulean. The collection will become available on Moscot.com starting March and will retail for $250.
Karl Lagerfeld: Chanel's designer has partnered with Marchon to bring high-tech sensibility to the masses. The collection, retailing from $175 to $250, will be available at select department stores and specialty shops by April.
Chaiken: The label's partnership with Linda Farrow Vintage has produced eyewear fusing California cool and British vintage. Frames come in translucent green, brown, gold and antique gold. Look for them this Spring at small specialty stores and Harrods in London wholesaling for $100.
Jimmy Choo: Come February, get your eyes on Jimmy Choo shades in sophisticated styles inspired by vintage frames from founder Tamara Mellon's personal collection. They include a studded aviator (Charley), oversized frames in black, tortoise, gold and silver (Kat), and a square-shaped frame with Swarovski crystal studs (Rock). Wholesale prices range from $140 to $205.

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I Want This Wardrobe: The O.C., Season 1

FabSugar — Mon, 14 May 2007 11:00:22 -0700

We thought with Summer right around the corner it would be fun to put together a wardrobe tribute for a guilty pleasure TV show that took place in a sublimely sunny part of the world: The O.C.. I for one was smitten by all the teen angst, with money, drama and the seemingly beautiful people. I wanted to hate Marissa for her unreal good looks and mood swings and Ryan for his violent temper and smoldering brow - but I just couldn't. And the parents were so cool, and beautiful too, albeit they had their own intriguing skeletons in their walk-in closets.

The O.C. set trends. Marissa inspired teenage, and er, twenty-somethings, to want to carry a Chanel handbag as their school book bag. Summer had a cute-as-a-button boho-California style that spawned my Marc by Marc Jacobs obsession and taught us all how to layer wisely. Kirsten and Julie had MILF written all over them. And, we all came to appreciate the cool dork in the Penguin polos: Seth. Without further ado...here is Season One. Stay tuned tomorrow for Season Two!

Season One

On Summer:
Charles Nolan Dotted Voile Blouse, $230.
Edun Monarch Bootcut Stretch Jeans, $150.
Jerome Dreyfuss Momo Disco Bag, $370.

On Marissa:
Old Navy Lace Trim Cami, $13.
J. Crew City-Fit Vintage Ripstop Cropped Cargos, $40.

To see the rest, read more

On Kirsten:
T-Bags Jersey Halter Dress, $165.

On Marissa:
AdamPlusEve Ivory Embroidered Pleat Empire Dress, $220.
Nordstrom Long White Glass Pearl Necklace, $58.
Liz Claiborne Fashionista Patent Clutch, $60.

On Marissa:
Victoria's Secret Tube Bra Top, $14.
Seven Jeans Colette Stretch, $150.
Stuart Weitzman "Slipper" Skimmer, $205.

On Summer:
Madison Zest Tent Dress, $320.
Juicy Couture Wide Leg Jean in Spring, $180.
L.A.M.B. 'Love - Catania Large' Clutch", $375.

On Marissa:
BCBG Black Acetate Jersey Gown, $360.
Banana Republic Green Faceted Tear Drop Necklace, $50.
Aalto Crystal Tray, $95.
Ener-G Pretzels, $2.

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Fab Finding Follow Up: Sassy St. Patty's Day!

FabSugar — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 12:03:33 -0700

Happy St. Patty's Day! Now I'm not Irish but I always enjoy an excuse to dress festively and make a toast, or three. I hope you're all dressing festively today and, please, be safe!

I started you off with these sassy Bottega Veneta Woven T-Strap Platforms, $960. Ok, I know the heel is hefty but they look comfortable enough for a night on the town and while they aren't green I thought they were a hue that would complement green nicely.

I asked you all to go Fab Finding for a fun Saturday night St. Patty's ensemble! I was thinking some hot cropped jeans (to show off the shoes!), a green top, jacket, shoulder bag and subtle jewelry . To see all the St Patrick's Day finds click here. Let's see what you all came up with!

Look #1, found by zeldaf is super cute with this C&C CALIFORNIA Star Print Tank in Green/White and Kooba Elisha Tote. Although I would be quite nervous some drunkard would spill on that pretty white bag!

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Look #2, found by musewings is cool with this Milly - Foglia Mini Dress worn over the AG Adriano Goldschmied The Kiss Slim Straight Leg Jean.

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Look #3, found by JessNess means fun fun fun with this Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Head Scarf and Giles & Brother Large Clover Necklace.

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