Trend Alert: Crisscross Backs


Updated 08/12/09 8:29 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 6 comments

Photo of Ashley Greene Wearing Black Crisscross Dress at DoSomething.org Party

Watch your back for Ashley Greene. The Twilight star has been on my radar for her recent sassy style picks, and from the looks of it, she ain't slowing down. Her Comic-Con outfit was c-ute, and so was the floral Dolce and Gabbana confection she wore to the Teen Choice Awards. Now, let's check out the budding fashionphile wearing a crisscross back dress. This detail shows off skin in a more Read more

Trend Alert: Medusa Shoes


Updated 03/18/08 11:00 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 23 comments

Trend Alert: Medusa Shoes

We showed you many fabulous Spring shoe styles in our March Shopping Madness series but one style I am particularly drawn to are Medusa shoes. Like the Greek legend herself, something about the swirls and knots on these is so enchanting. We've seen snakes come and go in the fashion, but these are more wearable and less fierce. And, you don't have to worry about people turning to stone after Read more

Trend Alert: Kris Kross


Updated 03/14/08 10:53 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 14 comments

Trend Alert: Kris Kross

OK no, the adolescent backward pant wearing hip hip group circa 1992 is not back in action. But the kris kross effect we are seeing on dresses and tops is very much in fashion. Amy Adams is aplomb in Narciso Rodriguez with sleek hair and minimal accessories. I'm guessing the return of the original banded dress master Herve Leger had something to do with this . . . Shop Read more

Abstract Art With Painter's Tape


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Painter's Tape DIY Art Project

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member TenJune from the Su Casa group: I've been trying for the last couple of months to find some inexpensive art for my dining room walls. My first thought in terms of keeping the cost down on the project was to DIY the art myself. But I'm certainly not a true artist, so it was time to get creative. Keep reading to see what TenJune created with Read more

Yoga Wear to Take You From Summer to Fall


Updated 08/26/11 12:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

New Yoga Apparel Fall 2011

There's lots to love about Summer, but the cool days of Fall are a refreshing treat after months of sweltering temps. Not only do my long-sleeved shirts and jeans replace sundresses and tank tops, but barely-there yoga wear also gets swapped out with longer, roomier tanks and tops in darker hues. Here are some of my favorites for Fall from I Am Beyond, Zobha, and Lululemon. And if you're really Read more

Running Tip: Try a Dynamic Warmup


Updated 01/10/12 9:09 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Running Tip: Try a Dynamic Warmup

When warming up for a run you have more options than just walking briskly or jogging slowly; you can warm up dynamically. Doesn't that sound like fun! Here are a few moves that prime your body for running: High-Knee Marching: Marching in place while bringing the knees up to at least 90 degrees alternating legs, or better yet even with your belly button, is a great warm up for your hip flexors. Read more