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Fab Finds of the Week: Drapery

FabSugar — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 04:00:22 -0700

Are you all going to a party and not inviting me? Since I'll be busy with Fashion Week, I'll let you slide on this one. Your Fab finds were all about romantic ruffles, flowy necklines, and draped bodices. Your colorful choices were also spot on. What a way to add color into a Fall wardrobe. The Fab Finder of the week is jasmint - her Religion Plaited Tie Jersey Wrap Top is unique. I like the mix between the soft jersey knit and bright color.

Religion Plaited Tie Jersey Wrap Top	Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Witches scoop dress \| NET-A-PORTER.COM
knit racerback cardigan : GoJane.com	Antik Batik Kika blouse
ISSHO Cobalt Blue and Black Ruffled Dress	Rebecca Taylor Ruffle sleeve top	Geren Ford Chiffon Ruffle Dress - shopbop.com

Congrats to jasmint, cnyc1a, sparklelikejemz, heartlatte, goSSIpGirlieGirl, saddyblue, and longhornlass04!

The Look for Less: Alexander McQueen Drape-front Dress

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:00:22 -0700

Katie Holmes and Lucy Liu have both been spotted wearing the Alexander McQueen Drape-front Dress ($1900). It's undoubtedly a gorgeous, modern dress - but one with a whopping price tag. What is a style slave to do in a situation like this? Don't fret - Fab's got you covered.

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Lookie at what I found: This Forever 21 Gazelle Dress ($23) has the same awesome ruching in the front and comes in a show-stopping bold cobalt blue. And for the finishing touch . . .

The Forever 21 Patent Leather Belt ($8), completes the look - now that's a steal of a deal!

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March Shopping Madness! Decadent Draping

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:00:22 -0700

When I feel like channeling my inner goddess, I look for clothes with decadent draping. This ode to Grecian beauty is all about soft textiles wrapped, folded, and pleated into beautiful cuts. Take for example this Elizabeth and James Drape Skirt ($295). The smokey lilac hue and fluid swoop are simultaneously modern yet magical; the thick black banded waist adds sporty chic. Quite the perfect Spring skirt . . .

Fab Finds of The Week: Dripping with Draping

FabSugar — Mon, 21 May 2007 05:50:33 -0700

I see several of you aspire to be Greek goddesses. I don't blame you! Who doesn't want to be dripping with draping? Begone days of tight-fitting dresses! These options found by you all are easy, breezy and sexy. They leave a little something to the imagination and blow in the wind creating an ethereal look. I like wearing my draped pieces with exotic bold jewelry - to add to the fantasy.

The Fab Finder of the week is the double Grecian finder nyc_gal>! 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!

Alice & Olivia safari jersey v-neck 70's belted dress, found by muchacha.

Valentino One-Shoulder Gown, found by nyc_gal.

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Theory Simms Dress, found by JessNess.

Elijah Audrey Dress, found by nyc_gal.

Viktor & Rolf Silk Georgette T-shirt, found by Belowen.

Celeb Style: Eva Herzigova

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:22 -0800

As we approach the holidays, I'm on the lookout for original party looks. Eva's wink may not be up to par, but the slick tuxedo-inspired look she wore to the 2010 Pirelli Calendar cocktail reception in London was beyond Fab. She dressed up her slight harem pants with delicate sandals, a draped white top, and a velvet blazer. Feminine details like a black lace peekaboo bra and radiant art deco earrings are suave touches. A jolt of red satin via her clutch is holiday-tastic.

Drape Front Top - $68.00	Bandeau Lace Bra - $7.00
NEW! Velvet one-button tuxedo jacket - $168.00	Zero + Maria Cornejo Gabi Pants - $250.00
Rouched Satin Fold-Over Clutch - $29.50	rsvp - Casey (Black Satin) - $84.00
Slivertone Link Bracelet Watch - $95.00	Nightcap art deco earring - $42.00

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

Buy Fast! The Holiday-Perfect A.L.C. Capelet Dress

Fab Community — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

Check out this great deal found in our Buy Fast! group.

I've been waiting and waiting for this A.L.C. Capelet Dress ($98, originally $195) to go on sale. My patience has finally paid off - and just in time for the holidays! The rich color and fancy draping will be perfect for an upcoming Thanksgiving dinner with family and friends. At that price, you know I have to buy fast before it vanishes into oblivion. Oh, please let me know if you find any fantastic heels to go with this great dress. On sale, of course, I'm on a budget!

There are already a bunch of groups you can join and explore, and please - start some new ones! Here's a helpful guide to creating in case you need some clarification.

Who Wore It Better? Cobalt Silk Marchesa Mini

FabSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:00:22 -0800

It's stiff competition when it's between the model-like designer of the dress and an actual model. Alas, we must decide. Both beauties wore this cobalt strapless silk wool dress with draped bodice and kept everything to a minimum, to let the dress shine. Stunning earrings were adorned by both, as well as neutral pumps - though Jacquetta's sandals have a slight gold sheen. We don't witness Georgina's handbag, but Jacquetta's embellished gunmetal Marchesa clutch looks pretty cool. Who wore it best?

The Donna Dish: "If You Can't Sleep in It, Forget It"

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:50:22 -0700

The Donna Karan wisdom continues. After listening to her and Ken Downing at the Neiman Marcus event in San Francisco, I have a newfound interest in draping and defining luxury. Donna also mentioned Michelle Obama ("Michelle Obama is an icon") and emphasized the importance of jewelry when she spoke of her years collaborating with Robert Lee Morris: "Jewelry is important. Accessories are extremely important." Oh, and my favorite Donna quote? "Glamour - I forgot the word glamour!" Here's more Donna dish:

Donna on draping: She always makes her skirts wide at the top and narrow at the bottom. "Draping is how fabric wraps around your body and accents the positive and hides the negative."

Donna defines luxury: There is a difference between seeing something and wearing it, and to her, wearing is luxury. It's the difference of seeing and touching. This year was the most challenging year. It's important to not deny it and have consciousness about it. "I feel luxury is how we care for ourselves and other human beings."

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Donna on everyday dressing: "Do you have any idea how many outfits you can create from the same pieces?" Investment dressing doesn't go out of style. She loves it when she sees women wearing her older clothes today.
Donna and her fabrics: "Most of my fabrics are made in Italy with extraordinary technology." A cashmere knits collection is coming out soon; it's based on comfort and ease and includes all sorts of neutral colors.

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Photos courtesy of Drew Altizer

The Donna Dish: "We've Got a Lot on Our Shoulders Right Now"

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:00:22 -0700

Stella McCartney and now Donna Karan - looks like San Francisco is emerging as a fashion center.

When I think of Donna Karan, here's what comes to mind: draping, bodysuits, DKNY, womanly, classic, zen. When I met Donna Karan at a recent event at Neiman Marcus in SF, all those thoughts flooded me. But it wasn't overwhelming because Donna calmed me down with a (zen) fashion mantra: "Fashion is not all about what's on the outside. It's what you wear on the inside that also counts." I pondered that all day . . .

Prepondering, I witnessed an intimate runway show of her Fall collection. The charming senior vice president and fashion director of Neiman's, Ken Downing, served as co-maestro. Donna disclosed that she finds microphones "annoying. They're not genuine." And according to Downing, DK's collection was his high point at Fashion Week. "I love this collection," he said. On with the Donna!

Donna on her Fall collection: Her collection was a reflection of the past, present, and future. It's also empowerment for women. It's not just about designing. It's necessary to be intentionally thoughtful.
Donna on the resurgence of shoulder pads: "We've got a lot on our shoulders right now," DK said, referring to the economy. Ken said, "You can carry a lot more with those shoulder pads." Shoulder pads make hips appear narrower. Nobody gains weight on the shoulders, she said, referencing the cold shoulder dress.

To hear more Donna dish and to see more runway photos, read more

Donna on color: She favors a color palette that's effortless. Grays, black, navy are endless palettes of classicism. It's an inner feeling she can't explain. She is affected by color and light. It's an artistic expression. "Red is like lipstick. An accent that always works." She's also inspired by her trips to Africa, the wilderness, nature, pavements in the city.

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Photos courtesy of Drew Altizer

Designer Spotlight: CRHEE

FabSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:00:22 -0800

Complexity versus ease: That's what CRHEE's Spring/Summer '10 collection explores. Luxurious silk fabrics are used in bold jewel tones and rhythmic prints - the result is dark romance, light sensuality. This season, designer Christine Rhee was inspired by everything from the photography of Guy Bordin, David Fincher videos, to muses Diana Ross and Diane von Furstenberg. She refers to this line as strangely familiar, the concept of classics with a modern undertone. Rompers, flowy tanks, and draped harem pants, ranging from $200 to $450, all fit the description.

See more from CRHEE Spring '10.

NEAL by Neal Sperling Draped Front Cami - $48.00	Rachel Pally Mesh Trim Knit Vest - $149.00
Fab Side Drape Dress - $14.50	T By Alexander Wang Baggy Boater's Dress - $85.00
Kaylee Tankus Black Cotton Tulip Skirt - $100.00	Sauce Drape Tee With Safety Pin Detail in 4 Colors - $60.00
Ella Moss Sprouse Drape Color Block Dress - $166.00	Drape Front Knit Top - $24.00
Tulip skirt - $79.00	Alice + Olivia Draped Silk Dress - $330.00
Alayna Draped Top - $19.80	Elizabeth and James Draped Skirt - $265.00