Trendtotting: Take a Nordic Journey This Season With Fair Isle


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Fair Isle Trend For Kids

A sure sign Winter's in the air? The abundance of Fair Isle knits showing up on the playground this time of year! The Nordic-inspired designs are showing up on everything from sweaters and tights to outerwear this year, adding a bit of nostalgia to a lil one's wardrobes. Just in time for holiday picture-taking, we've rounded up an adorable selection of snowflake-patterned pieces for tots of all Read more

Fab's December Must Haves — Cozy and Sparkling!


Updated 12/01/10 12:25 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

FabSugar's December 2010 Must Haves

Can you feel the chill? Brr — it's December! That means this month's obsessions are cozy to the max: cashmere, fair isle, flannel. But wait, I can't neglect the other huge part of this month, the holidays. That means the rest of my must haves are sparkly, shiny, shimmery, you name it. I never thought I'd embrace the kitten heel, but with the ladylike craze, I have. Then to balance it out, I Read more

Look of the Day: Fair Isle Cutie


Updated 01/28/09 7:18 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 7 comments

Look of the Day: Fair Isle Cutie

Like Ashley Tisdale, adhusia is a fair isle cutie. But unlike the actress, she opted to give her Nordic print a fancy twist. Take note of the contrast between the sophisticated dress and the casual cardigan. Oh, and those booties pull in major attitude. Here's what she has on: Dress: Tommy Hilfiger Cardigan: Nougat Shoes: Fornarina Necklace: Swarovski Congrats to adhusia! Everyone else, Read more

Trend Alert: Nordic Prints


Updated 01/14/09 11:45 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 13 comments

Trend Alert: Nordic Prints

Nordic prints, also known as Fair Isle, have made a major comeback and I can see why. This interesting knit goes hand-in-hand with today's unfussy style and can brighten up any gloomy Winter palette. For instance, Ashley Tisdale's tee and denim combo would be nothing special without the help of her pretty Nordic cardigan sweater. Notice how the intricate print adds instant style to her casual Read more

Trend Alert: Fair Isle Cozies


Updated 11/29/07 2:05 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 15 comments

Trend Alert: Fair Isle Cozies

Nothing says the holidays like Fair Isle cozies — just ask Posh. This cute classic print is seasonal, but oh so irresistible. I suggest you add at least one Fair Isle sweater, or skivvy, to your fashion repertoire. To avoid looking too sweet, wear yours with some black stovepipes and a take-no-prisoners attitude. And you thought cozies were for wimps. Shop This Look Read more

Fab's October Most Wanted


Updated 10/04/07 7:17 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 17 comments

Fab's October Most Wanted

There is one thing that I think of when October rolls around: Halloween! It makes sense for the Fab favorite holiday to be the holiday where you are required to dress up and be someone else for a night right? Halloween is the time to get creative with garb and prove to the world you can be sexy, scary or funny — in excess. Me? I usually go for sexy, since I'm fairly buttoned up the other 364 Read more

Look of the Day: Fashion Week Fierce


Updated 02/02/12 3:30 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Fur Coat and Friendship Bracelets Street Style

Fab reader Paricoleini styled up her Winter-chic look with three New York Fashion Week must-haves. Her cozy two-toned faux fur jacket, sleek black suede booties, and plentiful stack of friendship bracelets make her a serious contender for front-row status. We love that she played with proportions — her leather short-shorts worn over opaque tights, with a textured topper for warmth, is a Read more

Stay Warm, Look Cool With Stylish Winter Headbands


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Cute Knitted Headbands For Winter

There were an abundance of stylish head-toppers at Sundance, from fashionable earmuffs to crocheted caps in trendy, slouchy silhouettes. But one style that stood out was the knitted headband, as seen here on Jamie Chung. Practical and chic, these types of hair accessories are a great way to let your personality shine through. Go the traditional route with a Fair Isle print, or sport something Read more

Bold Rugs in Every Color of the Rainbow


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Colorful Rugs

Most people will migrate toward a traditional Persian rug or one that is neutral colored when investing in a rug. However, a bold colored rug instantly brightens a room and can be a fresh and funky statement piece. These eight brilliantly colored rugs cover the rainbow, so you can be as adventurous as you'd like. Read more

Irresistibly Sweet, Totally Cool Seasonal Knits Under $100


Updated 12/17/11 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Sweaters Under $100

Now's the time of year that our warmest layers are in constant rotation. So, to make adding to your Winter wardrobe that much easier, we've rounded up a collection of our favorite knits — all under $100. It's a batch that goes beyond the usual suspects with sweet Fair Isle and stripes, mohair polka dots, and citrus-injected color to boost your seasonal essentials (and your cold-weather Read more