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Trend Alert: Multifaceted

FabSugar — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:00:22 -0800

You are a complex creature, so why keep your jewelry simple? Multifaceted stones provide plenty of brilliance to necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Fab says: pile, it, on. Or, notice how quickly a complex bracelet like this one can jazz up a simple heather gray tee. Embrace your multifaceted tendencies.

Trend Alert: Lapiz

FabSugar — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 08:00:22 -0800

Like malachite, lapiz has a rich history. After all, this deep blue stone was a favorite of Cleopatra and company. Best paired with gold, the lapis lazuli has a rich, exotic look. I love the idea of it with an all black ensemble - for when you're feeling incognito. Don't hide, just let the lapiz lead the way.

Elsa Peretti® Sevillana™ cuff - $5,500.00	Kenneth Jay Lane Blue Lapis Ring - $75.00
Roundtree & Richardson Palena Necklace - $260.00	Catherine Michiels Lapis Lazuli & Sterling Silver Bracelet - $110.00
Alexis Bittar Vermeil Coral Ring - $174.00	Stephen Dweck Bronze Flower Pendant - $420.00
Lee Angel Astrid cocktail ring - $80.00	Elsa Peretti® Round pendant - $2,800.00

2010 Spring New York Fashion Week: Vena Cava

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:00:22 -0700

Vena Cava always does things a little differently. Both in show presentation and clothing inspiration; that's why they are a growing fashion force. Vena Cava was at Milk Studios - where numerous designers are showing this time around - and I arrived promptly on time because I heard rumblings the designers were doing a runway show in lieu of their usual presentation style. They did both. It started as a runway show, models perched themselves around and on ladders, then it turned into a presentation - the best of both worlds. The Fiery Furnaces performing live were an awesome accompaniment to the modern, exotic collection. From marbelized prints, to laser cuts, to hints of skin, Vena Cava loves to play. But in a very sophisticated manner. A dress may be baby doll, but it's far from goo-goo-gaa-gaa in a sexy black-rayon jersey and metal safety-pin camisole. The palette was moody - black, brown, grays - but a punchy orange saved it from somber. The orange cupra jersey asymmetrical dress made my heart skip. Lisa and Sophie, the hotshot design duo, continue to experiment with separates. Dresses are always unique, but skirts, jumpsuits, shorts, busters, leggings, and tees were thrown into the mix. Accessories weren't forgotten; stylist Kate Young completed looks with Persol shades, Robert Clergerie shoes, and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. jewels. Vena Cava - where there's smoke, there's fire.

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Beautiful Ballpoint Pens

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 15:39:35 -0800

These pristine, pretty pens will surely make writing holiday cards and thank you notes more fun. They may even make you want to practice your penmanship. Made from precious metals, these are wonderful gifts, collectors items, and timeless pieces that represent the epitome of glamour and class. Here are a few of my personal favorites.

This amazing Tiffany by Elsa Peretti® Ballpoint Pen is sterling silver. It's lightweight, retractable, and has the original Elsa Peretti® signature teardrop on the clip. Buy it here for $110. This is also available in red lacquer for $90.

Dorfman Sterling Rice Grain Ballpoint Pen is also sterling silver. The grainy detail in this pen makes it more practical against scratches and wear and tear. You can buy this lovely letter writer here for $150.

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This Precious Must de Cartier Mini Ballpoint Pen is a collectible. It's made from 18k white gold, and has the famous Cartier signature three gold rings on the top of the pen. It is studded with fourteen scattered diamonds. This luxurious gift requires a very nicely handwritten thank you. Call (212)446-3403 to order. It sells for $6,000.

Fab Flash: Tiffany's Inviting New Store

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:00:22 -0700

Its time to throw out that notion of asking before touching in jewelry stores with Tiffany's new store concept. The sophisticated jeweler unveiled its first new concept store in Americana at Brand in Glendale, CA, showcasing its jewels in a fresh new format.

The store features Tiffany's lower- and midpriced items ranging from $200 to $5,000. Here, customers are encouraged to try on collections from Frank Gehry, Elsa Peretti, and Paloma Picasso located in open drawers and unsecured jewelry boxes. “Our whole intent is to zero in on the contemporary fashion collections and showcase them in a more artful and accessible way,” said Beth O. Canavan, executive vice president at Tiffany & Co. “We said, ‘Take the blinders off. Forget about the rules for how we merchandise today. Let’s think about how women shop.'" Tiffany & Co plans on opening three to five of the new concept stores annually.

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Fab Gift Guide: Stylish Baby Girl

FabSugar — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 12:08:40 -0800

You already receive endless oohs and aahs about your cutie pie. Here are a few things to keep the cooing coming. To see all of my gift guides, click here. To learn how to contribute you own fabulous finds to our Fab Gift Guide, click here.

Under $50

FitSugar brought this super cute organic baby brand to my attention. I love these Speesees booties. They are multi-colored cotton slip-ons and great as socks, shoes or legwarmers, $16, buy them here.

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$50-$100

Bodanna Mr. Piggy Bank, $58, buy it here.

Over $100

May her first hairbrush be fabulous. Tiffany Elsa Peretti® Wave Sterling Silver Baby Brush, $135, buy it here.

Fab Finds of The Week: All About the Jewels

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 10:38:39 -0800

This week you guys must have been making your Holiday Wish Lists because the fab finds were all about jewelry! Well good for you because there is certainly no better time of year to be shopping for a little something special. Leading the jewelry fab finding for this week was Autumn87. To learn what a Fab Find is and how to join in the fun, click here.

Here are some of my favorite jewelry finds:

Round Cameo Pin with Chains and Beads. Found by Autumn87.

J.Crew Rope Chain-Link Bracelet. Found by dailyobsession.

Tiffany Swing Circle Pendant. Found by sanD13.

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Pastel Beads and Pearls. Found by Autumn87.

White Topaz Cluster Ring. Found by dailyobsession.

Tiffany Elsa Peretti Bean Necklace. Found by sanD13.

Faceted Manchette Cuff by Vera Wang - $1,550.00	Merona Chandelier Red Faceted Earrings - $9.99
Elsa Peretti® Faceted pendant - $550.00	Faceted Oval Three-Stone Necklace - $34.50
ABS by Allen Schwartz Faceted Drop Earrings - $95.00	Grosgrain bead necklace - $29.50
Faceted Hoop Earrings - $2.80	FINAL SALE Champagne Faceted Chain Necklace - $59.00
Faceted Teardrop Earrings - $22.50	Roberto Cavalli Faceted acrylic bangle - $310.00
Hematite Faceted Double Drop Earring - $24.00	City Style Faceted Tier Stretch Bracelet - $9.99