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I must admit my current obsession with Marc Jacobs handbags. His designs are decadent and timeless — what more can a girl ask for? My newest crush is this Marc Jacobs Mix Quilted Classic ($795). The smaller shape is perfect for carrying a lighter load and who could resist the chain-link strap? Not I. Read more
In this week's March Shopping Madness, we're moving on from shoes and honing in on bags. Chains have consumed handbags allowing them to be the most lissom of accessories. Throw it over your shoulder, dangle it from your arm; it's as if your bag is a shimmering, clanging extension of you. For those of us who can't afford a chained Chanel 2.55, there are plenty more, less expensive chain handle Read more
Anja Rubik definitely made a hot impression at the Met Gala tonight — the model stunned in a supersexy white Anthony Vaccarello gown, and got a proverbial "leg up" on Angelina Jolie's Oscars look with her sultry red carpet poses while walking with the designer. Anja didn't wear much jewelry, save for chandelier earrings and a slinky pair of black chain-strap pumps. Though the look is definitely Read more
Fab reader CBladyàlamode put a playful dotted spin on ladylike wares. She added two bright hues to her multicolored polka-dot dress via a bold coral Spring coat and pointy daisy-adorned yellow flats. Then, to tie the look together, she accessorized with a vintage Moschino chain-strap black shoulder bag. It's effortlessly chic with a fun, flirty flair — a perfect mix for daytime Read more
We're usually always smitten with Kate Bosworth's street-style moments, and the look she tried on while out and about in London is no exception. More specifically, we're eying the look with envy because of a fabulous bit of arm candy in the form of Mulberry's Pre-Fall '11 chain-strap bag. The supple leather, croc texture, classic chain-strap, and goes-with-anything neutral hue would be a luxe Read more
One of the biggest misconceptions about tweed is that it's solely a cold-weather trend — after all, it's of heavier weight, moisture-resistant, and incredibly durable — and while it is a great Fall fabric, there are also a number of ways to wear it for Spring. Designers like Jason Wu, Theyskens' Theory, Giambattista Valli, and more all showed sleek tweed dresses in their collections, proving Read more
Chain-strap bags are one of the most classic styles out there — they're easy to wear, they go with everything, and look incredibly polished, whether you're wearing jeans and a t-shirt or hitting the town in a LBD. Throw it over your shoulder, dangle it from your arm; it's as if your bag is an ultra-chic extension of you. If you need some celebrity inspiration, just see how Alexa Chung, Kirsten Read more
Fab reader FashionNextDoor showed off her bright side in a fresh orange blazer and neon-hued blouse, but it was her attention to chic add-ons that tied the entire look together. We love how she paired a crisp black pleated skirt with the vibrant toppers, then accented it with textured tights and ankle-strap platforms. For a bit of accessorized flair, she wore oversize hoop earrings, a chunky Read more
For Missoni's Fall 2012 collection, designer Angela Missoni was inspired by a mix of urban influences and an immersion in nature and landscape. According to show notes, the woman of Fall '12 is a "heroine in a concrete jungle," and conceives fashion as an "evocative adventurous fantasy" while maintaining a strong-willed, sophisticated yet sensitive vibe. The collection was, of course, loaded with Read more
Peter Dundas showed off his signature sex appeal for Emilio Pucci's Fall 2012, crafting a decadent line in fur, sheer, and rich leather detail. It was a little like sensory overload at Pucci — that's not to say that it wasn't all done with perfect precision — there was just a lot to take in. When Dundas isn't honing his craft on ultrasexy evening wear — full-length, figure-flaunting gowns Read more
