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Roberto Cavalli Wooden Wedge Sandals: Love It or Hate It?

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

Color me crazy, but I fancy these Roberto Cavalli Wooden Wedge Sandals ($1,850). The outrageously high heel reminds me of my favorite Disney character, Minnie Mouse, and the spur heels are fierce - eccentric glamour defined.

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Behind the Seams: Simon Doonan Barneys Book Signing

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:00:22 -0700

Totals. Totally. Totes. Funny words from fashion's funny man, and Barneys creative director, Simon Doonan. Fab was lucky enough to catch Mr. Doonan on a sunshiny day promoting his new book Eccentric Glamour at the Barneys store in San Francisco. As you can see, he practices what he preaches wearing a Moschino jacket yelling the words "Good Taste Doesn't Exist" and a tie that whispers "Fashion is full of chic!" As Simon puts it, "These are all Franco Moschino-isms. He was a genius and a very innovative guy. Not bad for English as a second language." Enough said.

Simon was very calm, friendly, and, of course, witty, and was happy to spill some beans for yours truly. I left the store feeling super inspired to wear my wackiest things and throw all regularity to the wind. I guess Simon has that effect on people.

What jump started this book?

I was horrified by these two trends. One was the slut trend and one was the gun-shy celebrity. So between the super-conservative celebs, who were just wearing prom gowns, and the super-slutty woman, the regular gal on the street wasn't getting any inspiration. The answer is eccentricity. Glamour and eccentricity. It's about looking inside and not looking like everyone else. It's against conformity. If everyone else has it, you don't want it. When people tend to look the same, the It bag, the fake hair, the fake tan - it can make everyone look very similar. It's about working on your own look.

To read the rest of our exclusive interview with Simon and to see more behind the seams pics, read more.

Who are some designers you have your eye on?

I think Phillip Lim is incredibly talented. The Rodarte girls are great. They've gone from being very avant-garde to a place where they're making stuff people cannot just admire but wear. Alexander Wang, the usual suspects. I love Scott Sternberg who does Band of Outsiders - I wear a lot of his clothes myself.

My favorite book of yours is Wacky Chicks. If you were to do a sequel, are there any women you would add to your list?

I would love to do Wacky Chicks Two. That book is now over five years old and a lot of the women in it are median ages, in their 40s and 50s, so there's a whole new generation of wacksters. Amy Winehouse. I strongly disagree with her drug taking - I mean it's insane - but when I was that age I was a mess, too. I think she's triggering a whole movement of eccentricity where people don't want to look like everyone else. She says it's groovy to look completely different and insane; she pulled that beehive out of no where and has her own look. She should be applauded. Because everyone was getting the Kelly Clarkson makeover, everyone ended up looking like pop princesses. What's that about?

That wasn't what we were used to in music. We're used to Annie Lennox, Grace Jones, Siouxsie Sioux - provocative girls who all look different from each other.

Debbie Harry!

Yes! Hello?!

Was there anyone on the Oscars red carpet that stood out to you?

Tilda Swinton - she's interviewed in my book. Tilda's genius. I think it's sad that people can't step back and be like: well, that isn't my cup of tea. That whole idea of the fashion police has affected everybody, people have become hypercritical, it's very high school. Everyone's in a tissy about it, it's ridiculous. Instead of just saying, why not?

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Fab Read: Eccentric Glamour by Simon Doonan

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:22 -0700

Take it from Diane von Furstenberg when she says, "Who better than Simon to write about glamour and eccentricity? He is both!!!!"

In a nutshell Eccentric Glamour: Creating An Insanely More Fabulous You ($16), is filled with tips and advice from eccentric style guru Simon Doonan.

A seasoned fashion mastermind with over 30 years experience in the industry, Doonan (pictured left in Lanvin pumps), offers a comical and upbeat attitude on how to create your own unique and eccentric look. The newly released book also includes one-on-one interviews with some of most coveted eccentric style icons including Iman, Lucy Liu, and Tilda Swinton.

Designer Spotlight: Jayson Brunsdon

FabSugar — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:00:22 -0700

Designer Jayson Brunsdon is no newcomer. The designer, who has recently been appointed to play Michael Kors' counterpart in the Project Runway Australia panel, has 20 years of designing experience. This has led Brunsdon to achieve fashionable success with celebrity fans including Hilary Swank, Naomi Watts, Linda Evangelista, and Dita von Teese.

Brunsdon's Fall collection stays true to his iconic style with modern, elegantly-cut pieces mixed in with a bit of eccentric glamour. One of my favorite pieces is this merino wool Mischief Dress. The punchy teal color and suspender-like straps give the classic-cut dress a modern and funky twist. And that top hat was a fine styling choice.

To see more from Jayson Brunsdon, read more.

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Trend Alert: Baggy and Saggy Pants

FabSugar — Fri, 30 May 2008 06:00:08 -0700

The last time I asked you about these style pants, you all hated it. Baggy and saggy pants are definitely not for everyone but I dare you try it. So, how low would you go?

If you're swaying on the avant garde tip, I'd suggest you hone in your eccentric glamour with a pair of crotch dropping jodhpurs. If you're still on the fence - like me- try a more subdued version with a pair of crisp cropped baggy trousers like Phillip Lim's to the left. My only piece of advice: choose something that flatters your derrière. Have fun and be brave!

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Do You Read Fashion Books?

FabSugar — Fri, 09 May 2008 00:33:22 -0700

I'm just finishing up Simon Doonan's Eccentric Glamour . . .

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Lux Saville Slouch Pant - $58.00	3.1 Phillip Lim Cropped Tuxedo Trousers - $340.00
Alexander Wang Baggy Boyfriend Jean - $324.00	ASOS Jersey Harem Twist Cuff Trousers - $43.26
Pencey Knickers - $288.00	Rag & Bone Dalton Cropped Trouser in Black - $253.00
Vince Cotton twill cropped pants - $160.00	Rick Owens Harem-style pants - $895.00
Lux Tulip Hem Cropped Pant - $58.00	Stella McCartney Baggy jodhpur style pants - $695.00
Harem Pants - $44.99	Chloe Controlled Baggy Pants - $895.00