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Turn Your Ex-Covets Into Covets

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:00:08 -0700

Who here has a side job as a consigner? I've been working this gig for years - sadly, I'm not at a place where I end up loving all my purchases years later. If you're like me (shopaholic), you may find extra work with CovetShop. Their selection is pretty impressive: Chanel bags, Miu Miu pumps, Moschino booties, DVF dresses, the YSL Mombasa Horn Handbag. The prices? Solid. And you guessed it: you can hook up with the e-tailer and put your ex-coveted items up for sale.

Fab Site: ChristabellesCloset.com

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 06:00:22 -0700

Are your designer duds not finding a comfy home on eBay? If not, Christabelle's Closet may be the humble abode for you, or better yet, your clothes. This full service luxury consignment e-boutique is the best way to get rid of high-end items without having to carry them in bags to a consignment store. Don't feel bad if you've got nothing to sell because you can always buy! Choose from bags, shoes, dresses, outerwear and more. You'll even find baby items for your little one and menswear for your hubby or boyfriend. But remember, all sales are final so shop carefully!

Come Fab Finding With Me: Consignment Shopping

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:00:08 -0700

The flailing economy is something everyone should consider before making a purchase. Unemployment is at a four-year high, so penny pinching is the smart thing to do. To curb my appetite for shopping without feeling guilty, I'll be hitting up loads of consignment stores. It sure beats paying staggering retail prices, and I'll be saving the environment in my own Fab way. If I'm lucky, maybe I'll find an awesome vintage piece!

I'll start you off with this Urban Outfitters Crosstown Suede Saddle Bag ($68) because I love the shape and convenient zipper top.

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with consignment shopping.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab Finding missions.

Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here is a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more.

Active Endeavors
Banana Republic
Bluefly
eLuxury
J.Crew
Jildor Shoes
Live Natty
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Pink Mascara

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Consignment Shopping

FabSugar — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:00:22 -0700

The flailing economy is something everyone should consider before making a purchase. Unemployment is at a four-year high, so penny pinching is the smart thing to do. To curb my appetite for shopping without feeling guilty, I hit up loads of consignment stores. It beat paying staggering retail prices, and I saved the environment in my own Fab way. I asked you to help me put together a stylish shopping-conducive outfit.

I started you off with this Urban Outfitters Crosstown Suede Saddle Bag ($68) because I love the shape and convenient zipper top. Let's see what you all came up with!

Look #1, created by jasmint, is fashionable with a geeky edge. Just the right look for a thrift spree.

UrbanOutfitters.com > Crosstown Suede Saddle Bag	UrbanOutfitters.com > Felt Bowler ($38)
Modcloth - Daria Glasses	Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection \| The Collection
UrbanOutfitters.com > Penguin The Vamp Dress	Opaque Tights, Bottoms, Skirt	Brown Shoes (£55)

To see the rest, read more.

Look #2, created by kendallina, appeals to me because of the plaid blouse. It's understated yet a standout. The yellow knit beanie is the cherry on top.

V Pointelle Beret - UrbanOutfitters.com	Argento Vivo gold pyramid stud drop earrings at Bluefly
Rachel Reinhardt brown enamel 'Autumn' medallion necklace at Bluefly	Kenneth Jay Lane tan enamel double tiger head cuff at Bluefly
Juicy Coture High Seas Plaid Chiffon Date Top - Chick Downtown	Lauren by Ralph Lauren Leather Equestrian Belt - Nordstrom
Paper Denim & Cloth midnight wash 'Audrey' cigarette jeans at Bluefly	KORS Michael Kors 'Brink' Boot - Flat Boots - Nordstrom

Look #3, created by klynnmorton, has an exotic flair I like. That scarf tunic is inexpensive and Fab!

Couture Couture Shrunken peacoat	Alloy > SCARF-PRINT TUNIC
Paper Denim & Cloth black stretch cigarette leg jeans	UrbanOutfitters.com > Bird Drop Earrings
MICHAEL Michael Kors Round Sport Watch	Pour La Victoire Rena Cuffed Over the Knee Boot - shopbop.com

Fashion Recession: Fab's Guide to Savvy Shopping, Part III

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:00:22 -0800

By now, you've already given yourself a monthly shopping allowance and reintroduced yourself to your closet. Let's move forth.

Tip #6: There is no better time to hit the sale racks than now. My Online Sale Alerts can help, as can SaleHabit.com, a.k.a. the Google for fashion sales. Be careful not to buy more just because the items you're finding are so cheap. There's no use in discount shopping if you're going to spend frivolously.

To hear more, read more.

Other bargain online retailers to check out are eBay (and our eBay Find of the Week), Etsy, and pretty much every online retailer's sale section. Don't overlook your local thrift shops; they're bound to have great deals.

Tip #7: Many of you already do this, but if you don't, start selling your unwanted goods on eBay and at your local consignment store. It may seem like a hassle - and at times it is - but it will feel great when the dough starts raking in. Designer brands tend to attract more customers, so dust off that Louis Vuitton you haven't carried in years and sell it to someone who will give it more love. Here are some tips for listing your items on eBay:

Sell items that are on trend, that people are currently lusting over. This will increase your selling chances.
Put yourself in the customer's shoes; what search words would you input in order to find your desired item? Use those words in the description headline.
To determine your starting amount, research eBay to find out what your competition has done. If possible, sell your item for a little less.
Though posting one picture is free, I say spend a few more dollars and take several photos of your item. It helps customers see every angle of your piece.
If you don't mind showing your face on the Internet, I recommend taking a picture of you in the item. It's more desirable than if it's sitting on your bed.

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Trend Alert: The Suede Dress

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:00:22 -0800

Spotted: Victoria and little Cruz showing off their holiday spirit in LA. While the wee one rocked a festive Santa hat - Lil can break his outfit down to you - Victoria kept it posh in a hunter green suede dress. Though hard to come by, these sumptuous frocks are well worth the search. Word to the wise: Vintage shops are a cheap alternative to paying exuberant retail prices. I found my vintage suede Yves Saint Laurent dress at a local consignment store for only $30 dollars - score!

La Rok Harmony Fringe Dress - $318.00	Larissa Suede Dress - $495.00
Sea Jersey Leather Dress in Black/Grey - $557.00	PRADA Short dress - $2,878.00
ColeyClaire Charlie Dress - $539.00	Doo.Ri Tunic Dress - $1,995.00
Ralph Lauren Blue Label Alana Suede Dress - $998.00

Check out our new site CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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The Bag To Have: Prada Paillettes Clutch

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:00:22 -0800

Not too long ago I scored my first Prada bag. Sniff. It was at a consignment shop and it was an oversized mauvey brown ombre clutch. It's not a classic, but when it comes to accessories I like to cheat once in a while. It was still a splurge, but I grab it (often) when I want to add an avant-garde touch to my outfit.

It appears that bag turned me on to the novel idea of Prada clutches; this Prada Paillettes Clutch ($1,250) is not your ordinary sparkly clutch. The medium size is perfection, but the sparkling green row across the top is anything but typical. The mini paillettes are as Fab as they come. A real dazzler.

Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 10:00:22 -0800

Tartan: A plaid for all seasons - IHT
Shoppers turn to consignment stores - WSJ
Michelle Obama: a new type of First Lady - Times UK
Phantom clothes, price unknown - New York Times
Rogan collaborates with Lady Grey - FWD
Editrix from Elle: Slowey - NY Post
Jens Laugesen folds - Vogue UK
The latest style: Self-Denial - WSJ
Asprey's Renewed Focus - FWD
Disney's lifestyle brand - New York Times
First Look: Thakoon for Target - Nylon

Fab Read: Shop Your Closet – The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Closet With Style

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Shop Your Closet: The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Closet With Style by Melanie Charlton Fascitelli ($14) is cooler than most humans I know; it had a party thrown in honor of its birth! The author, a closet expert, teaches you how to make a safe haven for your clothes so that you can, yes, go shopping in your own closet.

Expect to learn the following: how to clean out your closet, shop for items that flatter your body, make the best wardrobe for your lifestyle, rework your closet space, and store shoes and clothes so that they last longer. You'll also get schooled on how to consign your old stuff, keep your closet neat, and pack smartly. But wait, there's more. Who would have thought one could pack so much useful knowledge in 176 pages?!

On My Way To a Fab Closet, Part III

FabSugar — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:00:22 -0700

The most fabulous news: My Fab closet is done! I wanted to make sure it was in tip top order before I did my big reveal. I also had to go the The Container Store to get some boot fillers, skirt hangers (the kind with the multiple hang) and some plastic containers for under my bed storage. All my clothes have been analyzed and some have been tossed to the consignment shop curb - buh-bye! There are still a few questionable items - maybe you all can help me determine their fate? So I really didn't need to do much but put on my organizing Philip Treacy hat when filling it up.

As you can see, I am a color coordinator. I also group items by type; dresses together, tops, jeans etc. I fold my jeans, I don't hang them, btw. What are my favorite parts of the newly improved closet? That's easy: The shoe shelves! Also, all the hanging space. I have lots of dresses, tops and jackets and now everything has a home. But the best part of all is that I can see all my clothes. The only things hiding are seasonal sweaters and costumes. The belt rack and scarf rack are cool too; I've been wearing more of both as a result. I must confess that I also have two dressers. The burgundy one houses my sunglasses, underthings, socks and tights. The big purple one hides jewelry, pj's, cotton basics, tee shirts and sweaters. And, I have a coat rack for grab-and-go jackets and hoodies.

To read the rest and to see more pics of my Fab closet, read more

OK, it's obvious I have a lot of clothes. But this experience has opened my eyes as to what my personal style is. I believe one's style is always evolving - especially for a fashion chameleon - but there were definitely some Fab staples. Allow me to share them with you. I have about ten LBDs as well as oodles of navy and red dresses. Don't let me buy anymore! I love sharp outerwear. Given the foggy climate of San Francisco, I have tons of jackets and coats, but I wear them all. I swear. When I used to live in New York City I had more coats and I started collecting vintage coats and restoring them so I still have a few that I will love forever. I just wear them Carrie Bradshaw style: with a sexy little LBD (see!), strappy heels and a clutch.

Black is most people's neutral, mine is grey. Another thing I don't need to buy more of: grey cardigans and sweaters. I have every kind of pant imaginable: black trouser, black pinstripe, jeans (cropped, wide leg, skinny, black, grey, white), grey trouser, khaki trouser, black cropped, black bermudas. Hmmm, maybe black is my neutral after all. In general, I need to wear more slacks! Carine Roitfeld wears them all the time, so color me inspired. Also, I am more of a shoe junkie than a bag lady. I really don't think I have that many bags, PartySugar. Except, my clutch collection (mostly vintage) is quite fabulous.

Here's the fun part: My favorite brands. I guess there's no other way of uncovering them than raiding your closet. Here goes: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Banana Republic, Theory, H&M, DKNY, J.Crew, Target GO International (lots of pieces from the Proenza Schouler collection last year), BCBG, Miu Miu, Nanette Lepore, DVF, See by Chloe, Paul and Joe, J Brand jeans. As for shoes, I have lots of Marc Jacobs and Marc, KORS Michael Kors, Nine West and Belle Sigerson Morrison. Heels have tapered off for me, I am an official lover of flats. Vintage rules my coats, sandals, clutches and jewelry.

So what's next? I don't have much extra room - this is a good thing. Now that I've been reacquainted with a lot of my clothes I don't feel I need to shop much. But you know me. I have a few shoe slots available, some jacket space and I'm not really happy with my boot collection so come next Fall I may invest in a new pair. Maybe some grey ones . . .

Hallway closet

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Mistress closet

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