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Cheap & Chic: Hip Hats

FabSugar — Mon, 19 May 2008 04:00:22 -0700

Leave it to Diane Kruger to pair a straw hat with a silk Chanel dress at Chanel's 2009 Cruise collection show. Imagine the look without the hat. Cute, right? But nothing special. A simple hat takes the look from common to intriguing.

Summer is right around the corner so if pretty parasols aren't your thing, then protect your face with a hip hat. And don't reserve your hat solely for casual events; do like Diane and try it with a fancy dress!

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Cheap & Chic: Fringe Footsies

FabSugar — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:00:22 -0700

Actress Michelle Monaghan is on my radar, hardcore. First she outshone everyone at A Night of a Thousand Lights in her dreamy Marchesa accordian-pleated frock, and now she attended the Tribeca Film Festival in the most polished menswear-inspired ensemble I've seen to date.

The kicker? Her fuchsia, suede, fringe shoes. Like the fringe footwear in Etro's Spring collection, they provide a funky twist. Should you sport an equally minimal look, take it up a notch with fringe footsies!

Bijoux Pewter Leather - $129.95	Colin Stuart® Fringe sandal - $59.00
Shellys Ankle Tassel Flat Sandal - $86.52	Jeffrey Campbell 'Mabel' Bootie - $94.95
Suede Fringe T-Strap Sandal - $28.00	Pleated suede flat - $39.00
Bijoux Black Suede - $129.95	Minnetonka - Classic Fringed Boot Softsole (Brown Suede) - $39.00

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Cheap & Chic: Plaid Button-Downs

FabSugar — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:00:22 -0700

We can all agree that $250 for a plaid button-down top is too much. Such was the case with Lauren Conrad's cute, albeit overpriced, Elizabeth and James shirt. Alas, plaid is already on the move to becoming a Fall frenzy, so get ahead of the trend on the cheap. I do, however, recommend teaming your plaid shirt with foxy high heels a la LC - this takes the look from totally geek to totally chic.

Poplin sleep shirt - $34.50	Rainbow Plaid Shirt - $15.80
Cheap Monday Emil Shirt - $55.00	City Style Diagonal Plaid Shirt - $34.95
Allison daley plaid roll-tab crinkle camp shirt - $32.00	Brianna Top - $69.00
Metallic Plaid Shirt - $15.80	Foxcroft Knit Shirt - $68.00

Fab Finds of The Week: Cheap Chic!

FabSugar — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 06:21:22 -0700

I'm starting to feel a shopping crunch. I got a little overzealous for Spring and am in the midst of planning a big vacation this summer. I need to cool down on my shopping, or at least aim for cheap chic. Have you all checked out the Cheap Chic group started by SaraSmile? I was checking out some of her finds and realized I don't have to stop shopping; I just need to switch gears and enjoy all the cheap chic out there. SaraSmile is the fab finder of the week. Also, SaraSmile even identified some cheap chic trends so check them out!

Share your cheap chic finds by joining this group!

Cheap Chic Trend: Deep, Bright Blue, found by SaraSmile.

Cheap Chic Trend: Flowers, found by SaraSmile.

A couple more, read more

Wet Seal Floral Border Print Skirt, found by SaraSmile.

Here are some sexy shoes on a budget, found by honeysugar28.

Cheap Chic Trend: Polka Dots, found by SaraSmile.

Chic Cruise '10

FabSugar — Fri, 29 May 2009 13:00:22 -0700

I can only dream of the islands I would visit wearing ravishing resort pieces from Yves Saint Laurent, Armani, Moschino Cheap & Chic, and Missoni. While my Costa Rica trip won't be quite as fancy, I can aspire to look just as nice. Each collection showed a different take on holiday dressing. Armani took the bold route with city chic cuts; Missoni played with plenty of subdued prints and layers; Moschino Cheap & Chic kept it soft and feminine; and Yves Saint Laurent - my favorite - wowed with an ode to YSL muse Loulou de la Falaise. I love how this animal print top evokes sensual, sexy vibes. Want to see my favorite Cruise '10 looks to date? You know what to do . . .
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On Our Radar: Moschino Cheap & Chic Makes Costume Jewelry

FabSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:00:08 -0800

If you're like me and like to wear affordable bling, check out Moschino Cheap & Chic's new costume jewelry collection. Like the brand, the line is cheap, chic, and filled with personality. Moschino's offerings include an array of charming earrings, watches, necklaces, and bracelets. My favorite is the chain link charm bracelet - see below - which features Moschino's iconic smiley face. Items range from $66 to $289 and are currently available at Moschino Cheap & Chic stores worldwide.

To see more delectable costume jewels from Moschino Cheap & Chic, read more.

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More Cheap and Chic Secrets

FabSugar — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 00:35:23 -0700

One of the most-emailed stories on FABSUGAR last week was our post on cheap and chic secrets that every gal should know about. With that in mind, here are a few other budget beauty tricks to try.

When it comes to portable and affordable stain fighters, it’s hard to beat the individually wrapped alcohol swabs found in first-aid kits. You can buy about 100 of them for $2 at any drugstore (or online here), then stow them in your purse for on-the-go emergencies. They’re especially adept at getting coffee and tea stains out of light clothing; the alcohol, however, can have a bleaching effect on dark clothes, so use caution. For best results, attack the stain immediately by rubbing vigorously with the pad, then wipe the area with a wet paper towel or cloth.

One more cheap and chic tip, so read more

Another drugstore staple with a secret superpower is baby oil. Though it's a dirty little secret the cosmetics companies probably don’t want you to know, baby oil is one of the best eye makeup removers around. As long as you don't mind the slimy texture, this stuff will magically wipe away makeup, and it’s gentle on the skin and the eyes. For spill-proof traveling, try soaking some cotton balls in baby oil before your trip, then carrying them in a sealed plastic bag. You can buy a 20 oz. bottle for just $5.29 here.

Cheap & Chic: Sleek, Simple Headbands

FabSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 06:50:22 -0700

Gone are the days of sleek, simple headbands. Now all you see are studs, bows, feathers, and jewels. There's nothing wrong with embellishments, but sometimes you just want to be frill-free, you know? Jessica Stam feels me, she's helping bring back the old-school headband. It adds just enough kick to an already dashing outfit without throwing it overboard. Take a cue from the cat-like model, who further jazzed up her metallic LBD with a sleek black headband at a Rag & Bone party at Intermix.

Cheap & Chic: Lightweight Summer Jackets

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:00:08 -0700

Unless your city is burning up 24/7 in the summertime, a lightweight jacket is necessary. It can shield you from the slight wind and can likewise be part of your outfit's appeal. A win-win for sure. Below are a handful of affordable lightweight jackets stylish enough to wear all day and night. Neutrals, colors, drawstrings, ruffles, swing collars, dolman sleeves - take your pick. This Twelve by Twelve Studded Short Sleeve Jacket ($39) is the one for me. Part badass, part femme, all perfecto. Only, I would wear it unbuttoned.

Cheap & Chic: Blanc Blazer

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 01:00:22 -0700

When it rains Kate Moss, it pours Kate Moss. Can you blame us? The super has been delivering inspirational ensembles, back-to-back. The night of the Topshop US opening, Kate celebrated one last time in a shimmery gold dress cinched with a low-slung belt. But what she wore over her dress - a crisp white blazer - is more my focus. Wow, what a way to freshen up an otherwise seen-before look. Take a cue from Kate and add a blanc blazer to any of your looks. An instant injection of Botox for your style.

Women's Twill Blazers - $29.50	Jacket Sel Voila6 - $9.99
Apt. 9® Smocked Blazer - $50.00	City Style Two Button Jacket - $59.95
AE Boyfriend Blazer - $59.50	Sonoma Life + Style® Twill Blazer - $42.00
Signature Relaxed Tencel™ Twill Collection: Single-Breasted Blazer - $69.00	"> Petite cotton blazer - $130.00	NW Jeans Spiga Twill Blazer - $89.00

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LiViTY "Fireball" Fedora Hat - Brown - $45.00	Stitched Floppy Hat - $42.00
Chambray Porkpie Hat - $28.00	Beaded Straw Hat - $10.80
Setting Sun Hat - $34.00	Striped Raffia Fedora - $48.00
Grosgrain Straw Hat - $9.80	Monochrome Sun Hat - $38.00
Shadow Stripe Fedora - $14.99	Summer Love Fedora - $29.95

Tapered Glitter Headband - $2.80	Troth - $8.00
Faux Reptile Headband - $2.80	Assorted Plastic Headbands - $1.50
Wide Satin Headband - Black - $12.99	Wide Pleather Headband - $2.80
Style Solutions Faux Patent Croc Brown Headband - $4.99	Esroota - $8.00
486_220 - $5.00	So® Leather Headband - $8.00
Quilted Patent Headband - $9.00

City Style 3/4 Sleeve Jacket - $59.95	Cropped drawstring jacket - $59.50
Short Sleeve Jacket - $29.00	Converse One Star Guinevere Crop Jacket - Heather Grey - $26.99
Color Zip-Up Jacket - $16.50	Tall short-sleeve funnel jacket - $150.00
Silence & Noise Dolman Hoodie - $48.00	Crop-sleeve ruffle jacket - $59.50
Short Sleeve Linen Jacket - $32.00	Merona Paddington Jacket - Admiral Blue - $24.48
Pintucked jacket - $69.50	Swing Jacket - $49.50
Unisex Highlighter Flex Fleece Zip Hoody - $44.00	Signature Stretch Silk Collection: Safari Jacket - $89.00
Mossimo Black: Cropped Swing Jacket - Teal - $10.48