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Glitterati: UnEarthed

FabSugar — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 03:30:33 -0700

UnEarthed, by sisters Gina and Karen Koenig, is a result of a mutual love of fashion, art and leathercraft. All three elements are evidenced in the sophisticated-cum-edgy collection of cuffs, earrings and bangles. The duo vowed never to use embossed leathers and imitation skins, so everything you see is made of real crocodile, alligator and snake skin, even this Plum Snakeskin Silver Cuff, $33. The color is obtained by a dye and the slick sheen by hand polishing. Just the perfect accessories for a Wild Thing!

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Definition: Cuff Bracelet

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 08:30:22 -0700

Cuff Bracelet

n. Stiff, relatively wide bracelet. It's similar to a bangle but does not close. Features a narrow opening on one side to allow the the wrist to pass through.

Cuff yourself with this Marc by Marc Jacobs Jeweled Cuff Bracelet, $68.

Check out more dazzling styles in Cuff Love.

Cuff Love

FabSugar — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 13:00:22 -0700

Wasn't I just saying that arm armor is here to stay? Leave it to style setter Sienna Miller to prove me right! As seen in this week's Life & Style, cuff love is a plenty. There are so many styles already available so good luck narrowing down your purchases. I'm already planning on mixing metals or just letting the focus go to one dramatic cuff for all to see. Go on, feel the cuff love.

Trend Alert - Special Runway Edition! The Season of the Wrist

FabSugar — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 09:20:22 -0700

There's no stopping the bracelet brigade. It is indeed the season of the wrist. Tuck away those simple earrings and dainty rings, jewelry remains a way to make a statement. Karl was cuckoo for bangles and cuffs at both his Fall RTW (right) and Cruise 2008 (left) collections. So if you've forever been jonesing for classic Chanel wristwear get ready for an influx. Pile on the drama like at Louis Vuitton (middle), where Marc Jacobs didn't hold back and chose to twin his metallic bangles with an even more metallic clutch.

My styling tip? All you need is a black long-sleeve turtleneck, some tailored jeans, pile those bracelets on and you are cocktail-ready. Tchin-Tchin!

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Fab Finds of the Week: Glitter Critters!

FabSugar — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 10:04:33 -0700

I see there are some animal loving fashionistas out there! At least, that's what your Fab Finds this week say to me. And snakes! You like snakes! (Maybe not real snakes, but in the jewelry form, anyway). The first time I showed you all snakes, it wasn't received very well - but you all have proven otherwise this time!

The Fab Finder of the week is cocca, who found a fabulous snake-loving snakeskin cuff! Every week the Fab Finder I announce Monday morning will receive either a TeamSugar or FabSugar baby tee shirt. I thoroughly enjoy perusing your Fab Finds every week, so dare to be a Fab Finding trendsetter and you just might win a Sugar tee!

Martin Margiela Snakeskin Cuff, found by cocca.
Zad Love Swallow Necklace, found by koreniebear.
Lladro Bird Ring, found by eruntale.
Roberto Cavalli Snake embellished cuff, found by OC_Fashionista.
Manon von Gerkan Sterling Snake Earrings, found by söderskär.

Fendi F Logo Cuff: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Sat, 19 May 2007 16:44:44 -0700

A friend of mine is thinking about buying this Fendi F Logo Cuff, $180, so she brought it to my attention. I am really into the whole black-and-white mod combo and this cuff definitely reflects that look. I like that you can't quite tell if the black part is an "F" or if it's just some Mondrian-esque pattern. What do you all think?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Trend Alert: Statement Cuffs

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:44:44 -0700

The bracelet of the moment is the cuff - no doubt about that. But when the options are a plenty things start to get saturated and therefore unappealing; or maybe that's just me. Just the same as the effect of any statement jewelry, statement cuffs are a modern way to stand out via jewelry. The best part? Less is more - you can tone down your outfit and let your wrist shine on.

Lee Angel Jewelry Malachite Crystal Cuff, $275.

To see more, read more

Laundry by Shelli Segal Woven Cuff Bracelet, $45.

Kenneth Jay Lane Gunmetal/Crystal Cuff, $200.

The Look For Less: Stephen Webster Superstud Silver Cuff

FabSugar — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:50:22 -0700

Stephen Webster makes some dope stuff. This Superstud Silver Cuff ($1,595) is one of his way-cool creations, but why is it so expensive? I would feel horrible paying that much for a bracelet that I can't even wear every day. So I set out to find something with the same dramatic feel minus the dramatic price . . .

To see the look for less, read more.

This Forever 21 Faceted Cuff ($5) doesn't have three-dimensional pyramid studs like the Stephen Webster version, but it has the same punk-rock aura. It also doesn't have the ridiculous price tag; this is chump change in comparison. It's nice and shiny and would lend sass to any look. Sorry Stephen, your version is to die for, but I have to decline.

Trend Alert: Jeweled Cuffs

FabSugar — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 10:12:48 -0800

Recently we did a story on cuffs. Well, cuffs are still raging but for the holidays they have been fancied up with gems and rhinestones. These beauties add color and punch to wrists; cuffs are just so luxurious. These jeweled cuffs are so fabulously Studio 54. Here are my designer and non-designer picks. Enjoy!

Alexis Bittar Flapper Cuff, $495, buy it here.

Mark Walsh Leslie Chin Marguerite Flower Cuff, $435, buy it here.

A few more, so read more

Kenneth Jay Lane Multi Stone Cuff Bracelet, $215, buy it here.

Betsey Johnson Large Cuff Bracelet, $200, buy it here.

Liz Palacios Large Crystal Cuff Bracelet, $135, buy it here.

Trend Alert! Cuff Bracelets are HOT

FabSugar — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 14:40:22 -0700

These fabulously trendy cuff bracelets seem to be popping up everywhere for Fall. I think they are a great daytime in to evening look and I can't wait to get myself one!

Here are a few for you:

CC Skye Gold Studded Cuff Bracelet, $290, Available here

G Ring Cuff Bracelet, $140, Available here

Three more at lower prices, read more

Ben-Amun Cuff, $50.00, Available here

Marlene Cuff, $48.00, Available here

Striped Cuff, $4.99, Available here

Swirled Cuff, $10.49, Available here

Blue Shell Cuff, $7.50, Availabale here