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FabTV: Fab Gets 1:1 With Amber Valletta for Monrow

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:00:22 -0800

Model Amber Valletta's clothing collab with Monrow has dropped, and everyone's talking about it. Rachel Bilson was in attendance at the LA launch party at Ron Herman (in a white Monrow dress) - as were we! We got some one-on-one time with the gorgeous model-designer, in addition to codesigner Lia Davis and actress Lori Loughlin. Shop the collection and watch FabTV on location!

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FABTV: The Ladies of New Moon's Mystical Styles

FabSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:30:11 -0800

So close, so exciting! New Moon's US release is Friday. The Sugar Network has been following every premiere and party. Fab's been voting on Kristen's red carpet looks, but all the other ladies of New Moon have some serious style going on too. I'm keeping my eye on bombshell Ashley Greene and cutie Dakota Fanning as well, but hear celebrity stylist Nikki Pennie break down each girl's style.

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FabSugar Exclusive: Alexis Bittar Is Gossip Girl's Favorite Accessory Designer

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:00:22 -0800

We caught up with Alexis Bittar at his Neiman Marcus trunk show recently. He's super dreamy, as you can tell from his photo (center). And so friendly, it was comfortable, like we'd met before. Read what he had to say about his biggest fans - Fab fave Cameron Diaz and the Gossip Girl stylists - as well as how he got his start.

What sparked your interest in jewelry?

I sold antique jewelry on the street [at the 26th Street flea market in Manhattan] for 15 years. I started working with Lucite, I just pounded it, started carving it. I actually don’t know how I put it all together in my brain, but I liked that you could sculpt it. It’s pretty cheap - in the beginning I had no money. It seemed like an experimental medium. And I like working with mediums that aren’t typical. When I first saw it, I loved it and I still love it. Guys like it, too; they’re into the science of it, they’re trying to figure it out. It took a long time - the beginning was a bit difficult, then certain key people used it, and it slowly took off. When the millennium happened there was thing of perceiving everything differently and it became the new.

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FabSugar Exclusive! Taylor Jacobson, A Lady Who Lunches . . . With an Edge

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:45:22 -0800

All good things must come to an end. And that includes Rachel Zoe's work relationship with her platinum-blond style associate, Taylor Jacobson. You either loved her or hated her - but you have to admit you loved her wardrobe. I couldn't shut up about her awesome jackets; Chanel, Dries van Noten, Balenciaga, sigh. You may recall I spoke with Rachel at the beginning of this last season of The Rachel Zoe Project and she shared that Taylor has a heart of gold. I'm sure Taylor's leaving Rachel Zoe was melancholy for all parties involved - the two have worked together since January 2005. I know I will miss drooling over her jackets and watching her and Brad's banter.

We caught up with Taylor this week, and though she didn't divulge details about her departure, she has a positive outlook on life - something we seldom see from the show's supposed villain. And, can I just add, Taylor gives Fab favorite Diane Kruger props for having stellar style - great minds . . . Listen up.

What should we expect to see from you in the next year?

I look forward to exploring styling on my own and the new opportunities and experiences it is going to bring.

Who are your go-to designers right now?

Chris Benz, Alexander Wang, and Prabal Gurung.

Whose style do you admire?

I think Diane Kruger has great style and even more impressive is that she does it herself.

To read the rest of the interview and to see a gallery of Taylor on TRZP, read more.

How would you describe your style?

Ladies who lunch with an edge.

Has being on TV changed your style at all?

No. I think I have always been true to my sense of style.

What was your last big splurge?

I’m trying to be recession savvy at the moment.

What are the most ridiculous trends right now?

I don’t think that anything is ridiculous, you can always make something work with the right styling.

I will never be caught dead in . . .

There is nothing I won’t try.

Most overrated designer? Most underrated?

I respect the art form of design, and I think they should all be respected for sharing their art with us.

Have you ever considered designing your own line of clothing or accessories?

At this point I’m entertaining all ideas. I am walking into this new chapter with an open mind.

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FabSugar Exclusive! Catherine Malandrino's Tips For Holiday Dressing

FabSugar — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:00:22 -0800

One thing's for sure about FabSugar in 2007: Catherine Malandrino was a fan favorite. From celebs, to you guys, to us guys, I think we can all agree that Malandrino is a fabulous fashion house and the woman is an icon. One fine day, Madame Catherine and I had a chat over eclairs in a chic cafe in Paris. She enlightened me on how to dress for the holidays and I for one am taking her advice to heart. Ok I fib! CM and I didn't chat over eclairs - Fab can dream right? - but she did provide us with some holiday dressing insight. Kiss kiss!

How can you dress for a holiday party without looking like every other festive girl in the room?

Never wear black, be daring and wear a BOLD color. Always wear heels.

What are holiday dressing “do's” and “don’ts?”

Holiday Do’s: be sensual, wear textures from feathers to paillettes, and mix it with light fabrics such as tulle, chiffon and organza. Always prefer a dress. Holiday Don’ts: no sneakers, no black, and no jeans, never go casual!

How can you modernize your favorite old party dress?

You can modernize your favorite old party dress with bold graphic colorful accessories, an oversized necklace or cover your arm with big bangles. Wear colorful high heel sandals.

To learn more, read more

What are some fresh holidays colors you can work with? Not your typical, red and green...

Fresh holiday colors are yellow, turquoise, and orange. Think holidays in the Tropics, bare feet on the beach under the sun.

What’s a good dress up alternative for girls who don’t like to wear dresses or get all fancied up?

A good dress alternative is mini shorts or Bermuda shorts.

What are you doing and wearing on New Years?!

I will be in Paris celebrating in an old Parisian Palace with friends, music and champagne.

What are some cold weather style tips?

Wear a fur hat and fur accessories to add a touch of glamour to your winter season.

Fab Exclusive! Rachel Roy on East Coast Versus West Coast

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 07:50:22 -0700

During our interview with Rachel Roy, we talked to the designer about growing up in the Bay Area (Monterey), and the differences between East and West Coast life. Interestingly, Rachel described the East Coast as more segregated compared to the West:

"I grew up in the Bay Area and went to college on the East Coast. Things were quite segregated, and I wasn't into that. I'm only 35 - so it's not like we're talking many years ago - but I wasn't used to it because I grew up around Samoans, African-Americans, and Filipinos. You go to a club based on the music you like, not based on the kind of people you want to be around. I kind of went into a culture shock when I moved to the East Coast.

I try to bring back that laid-back, hippie-chic attitude that the Bay Area has to my business because I've interned at so many places in fashion where it can be quite anal. But I also love New York. I love that it's the closest city we have to Europe, so that's a part of me, but thank God I'm from an area that keeps me out of it."

Absolutely Fabulous

FabSugar — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:21:22 -0700

We are crushing on Rachel Roy and her affordable chic Macy's line - check out our exclusive interview with the designer.

A Fabby Halloween is back! Dare to be a Wild Thing this year and join our Halloween group.

Paris Fashion Week has begun and we have great expectations.

Get involved in the FabSugar Community - see you there!

Barneys's Fall look book is brimming with fun.

Do you have Balmania?! Read our update on the hot fashion house.

Would you be interested in Christian Siriano's Bravo show?

What do you think of my October most wanted?

Take this week's Gossip Girl fashion quiz and get Serena's hot blue suede shoe outfit.

Experience a sneak peek of the impending fashion drama on MTV's new show, StyL'D.

See all the young things at Teen Vogue's annual bash.

Milan Fashion Week rocked this week. Dolce &Gabbana was my favorite collection and here's a bellisima roundup

Absolutely Fabulous

FabSugar — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:07:22 -0700

Read my exclusive morning-after interview with Rachel Zoe re: The Rachel Zoe Project.

Match the designer with the muse.

Start your Fall wish list by learning my favorite runway trends.

Style school's in session - go Back to Cool.

Check out the new FabSugar Community!

Who rocked the cone bra better - Madonna or Lady Gaga?

Admire Diane Kruger's Inglourious style.

Do you approve of my August most wanted?

Which Project Runway maternity look is most Fab?

Think you're a shoe designer guru? Think again.

Olsen style-off! Who was more Fab?!

Learn 14 Fab ways to get more bang for your buck.

Kate still rocks her latest Topshop collection like no other.

FabSugar and Lindsay Lohan's 6126 Leggings Design Contest

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:00:22 -0700

Today's the last day to enter! Lindsay Lohan loves leggings, and these days she's rarely seen without a pair from her 6126 collection. LL brought the ubiquitous trend to the forefront and now we want to see what your skills can add to the collection. LL has teamed up with Fab for an exclusive contest around her hot leggings line - and it's perfect for all you aspiring designers! Here's how it's going to go down: FabSugar readers submit their legging designs to be picked by Lindsay for the Spring 6126 collection. You can submit your designs in any form – cut, paste, sketch, Photoshop, paint, collage, macaroni art - let those creative juices flow. Designs should be submitted by Friday, Aug. 14 - read the rules for how and where to submit. Lindsay will select the winner and the leggings will be featured in the Spring collection. And . . . the winner will receive $1,000 and 6126 leggings to add to their collection.

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Sponsor — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:46:55 -0800

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