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The Look For Less: Black Yves Saint Laurent Downtown Tote

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 09:40:33 PDT

The YSL Downtown Medium Leather Tote, $1,495, is nothing new in the world of fashion, but it's still pretty darn lust-worthy. Besides the fact that it's a celeb must-have, it also has such a unique shape and look to it. Too bad its price tag is in the thousands...

To see the look for less,

read more I couldn't believe my eyes when I came across this Fashion Express Buckle Tote, $32. It looks practically identical to the YSL tote. In fact, they look like they could be long-lost sisters! I know many of you aren't comfortable with carrying designer knock-offs, but for $32, it's a look for less like I've never seen before.

Gisele Bundchen Hits the Runway For Alexander Wang at NYFW

Lauren Turner — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:25:42 PST

Gisele Bundchen got back to her modeling ways at NY Fashion Week tonight. She walked the runway at the Alexander Wang show and met up with pals Karolina Kurkova, Shalom Harlow, and Carmen Kass backstage. Gisele shared that designer Alexander Wang "asked me and I'm very happy I was able to be here." She was in the spotlight during the Fashion Week festivities after making headlines last week for her comments following the Super Bowl. Gisele dropped an f-bomb after the big game, expressing her frustration at the Patriots' loss against the Giants.

David Beckham and Prince Harry Meet Up For a Night of London Clubbing

Allie Merriam — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:26:06 PST

David Beckham and his best friend Dave Gardner spent last night at what seems to be London's hottest spot, the Arts Club. Prince Harry was out as well to say hi to David, along with Princess Eugenie and the singer Katherine Jenkins. It was Harry and David's latest get-together. David visited with Harry when the latter went to LA for a weekend during his time in the US doing an Apache helicopter training course. Both good-looking British guys are looking forward to the Olympics, with David hoping to play for Great Britain's soccer team. Harry recently expressed an interest in doing a PR-friendly race against champion runner Usain Bolt while touring Latin and South America to promote his grandmother Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee.

The evening of fun came as a break from work for David. He traveled to London earlier this week to launch David Beckham bodywear for H&M, later celebrating the launch with his parents and his wife Victoria's mom and dad. David also spent an afternoon filming an ad for Adidas. Victoria, meanwhile, has her own new collections on the brain. She's gearing up for New York Fashion Week, where she'll actually have two presentations. In addition to her Victoria Beckham Collection, she's also showing Victoria by Victoria Beckham.

Geoffrey Zakarian on Winning The Next Iron Chef: Super Chefs

Susannah Chen — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:50:31 PST

Those of you who've tuned into the Food Network at all in recent days might have heard that the last season of The Next Iron Chef: Super Chefs has just wrapped, and a new champion has emerged victorious out of the star-studded (and highly competitive) lineup.

That would be Geoffrey Zakarian, guest judge of Food Network's Chopped and chef and owner of The National and The Lambs Club in New York City and Tudor House in Miami.

I had a chance to catch up with the chef over the phone, where he revealed his thoughts on why he won, how he hopes to set himself apart from the others on Iron Chef America, and what he always makes for the holidays.

YumSugar: You had a very serious expression on your face when the final outcome was revealed. What was your first thought when they announced you as the winner?
Geoffrey Zakarian: Well, they actually didn't call my name, which was sort of confusing, because whenever anyone got kicked off, they would actually say, "You will not be the next Iron Chef." But I was stunned, shocked, and relieved; there was a real sense of accomplishment.

Zakarian on his toughest Next Iron Chef moments, and his upcoming Kitchen Stadium challenges, after the jump.

25 Things to Do With Old Jeans

Wise Bread — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:00:46 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy!

Recycling fabric is a powerful green living and cost saving strategy. Denim is one of the coolest fabrics to do it with. It's sturdy, gains character with age and can be acquired very inexpensively at yard sales or in your own "old clothes" closet. Some of the coolest ideas I've found?

Pot holders. In my opinion, these look far better out of used denim than the new stuff. And you can incorporate your own style via choice of trim or a patch stitched to the outside. Here's a link to some tips for making your own.
Cool quilts. You can do this in many forms. Different shades of denim patchwork options abound and are certainly sturdy and fun. Unfortunately, one of the coolest ideas I've ever seen I've been unable to find pictures of. It was done with pieced denim, but they had left on all the details like pockets, buttons, belt loops, etc. It made for a really fabulous unique quilt with a lot of attitude. If anyone has a link to a picture of one of these, please post below in the comments section.

For more ideas, read on.

Derek Lam Dishes on His New 10 Crosby Collection, Holiday Dressing, and the Best Career Advice

Hannah Weil — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:06:12 PST

We've long-loved Derek Lam's namesake label; now the designer behind the minimalist, street-cool separates and chic dressing is giving us something else to gush about. His newly launched 10 Crosby collection is another foray into covetable clothing, this time with a lower price point ($195 to $895) and ultra-wearable line of easy silhouettes and fabrics. We got a peek at the new Resort collection during a sit-down last night at Barneys - and we were charmed almost as much by 10 Crosby's silky printed pajama pants as we were by the ever-delightful designer. Read what Derek has to say about the inspiration behind the new line, the best career advice he's ever received, and his holiday wish list.

Derek on the woman he had in mind when designing 10 Crosby:
I think that was the reason I used 10 Crosby as the label. There were so many great moments where someone was walking down the street and I'm like, 'God, she's super stylish, or she's very inspiring' and that's what I kind of use as my inspirations. I think 10 Crosby the address is so unique. It's one of my favorite streets in all of New York City. It's got high design, great furniture design, great fashion designers. It's a microcosm of something that I think is very special, very unique. It's got that perfect mix that I love about New York.

On the conceptual idea of 10 Crosby and his customer:
Can I say that it's me as a feminine? Truly, I think why I'm so excited about it, about doing 10 Crosby is that it's speaking to me as a consumer and I think that's really important and I think that's what keeps me really excited.

Find out more about the collection, as well as Derek's Winter party dressing tips and what's on his holiday wish list when you keep reading.

Everyday Products Get Chic Makeovers

Jaime Richards — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:36:00 PST

Sure there are hair, makeup, and nail trends, but one specific beauty trend that's been emerging as of late is designer packaging. From collaborations with designers to crystal-embellished products, see how some of the most common tools have been dressed up to impress.

Why brush your teeth with that boring old brush your dentist gave you? Reach by Design has just come out with its latest line of patterned toothbrushes, which were designed by Shoshanna Gruss and Flipping Out's Jeff Lewis.
From Harajuku Lovers to Betsey Johnson, Tweezerman is always pairing up with the best in quirky. But this time around, it's all about the bling. Available now are the brand's Swarovski Crystal Tweezers and Stand ($200) or the Crystal Slant Tweezers ($100), available in various hues.
Tarina Tarantino is known for her cute jewelry and fun, colorful makeup, and now she's taken her vibrant design sense into the hairstyling tools realm. This Paul Mitchell by Tarina Tarantino Express Ion Smooth flat iron will make your morning styling routine all the more merry, and it's available exclusively at salons that sell Paul Mitchell products.
Cover up nicks and cuts stylishly with Dress-Up Band-Aids by Cynthia Rowley ($5). The bandages are so fashionable, you'll find yourself wanting to wear them just because.

Get Hand-Selected Pieces Just For Your Style at JewelMint!

Sponsor — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 03:00:00 PDT

Every fashionista knows that accessories are the final touch that completes an outfit. And it’s the plight of an avid shopper and style fanatic to make sure that every piece she wears not only complements her outfit, but is also an expression of her personal style. That’s why Cher Coulter, celebrity stylist and designer, has teamed up with the oh-so-chic Kate Bosworth to present JewelMint! It’s an exclusive jewelry club online where you can browse through and purchase pieces that are hand selected just for you.

To get in on the action is super easy and fun. You’ll start by taking a style profile quiz - a series of questions about your fashion icons, personal style, and the pieces you can’t live without. Based on your answers, JewelMint will suggest the jewelry pieces from the collection that perfectly suite your fashion sensibility. Whether your signature look is trendy, classic, or bohemian, you’re guaranteed to find something that you love. And once you’ve signed up, JewelMint will continue to suggest monthly products just for you and your style. Every covetable piece is available to members for just $29.99.

Get a 60 percent discount on your first purchase by using the promo code JWL50. So get started by taking the style quiz here!

The View's Hairstylist Talks Fall Trends

Jaime Richards — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 06:04:13 PDT

Emmy Award-winning hairstylist and licensed makeup artist Lavette Slater has been working behind the scenes at The View for the past 10 years. Along the way, she has created stylish coiffures for not just the on-air staff but the guests as well, including Michelle Obama, Glenn Close, and Hillary Clinton. As you can imagine, Slater has some great stories to share. So to see some of her backstage beauty anecdotes, along with her Fall trends forecast, be sure to keep reading.

What the Location of Your Mess Says About You (and How to Fix It)

Shelterpop — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:00:00 PDT

I'm excited to present a post from one of my favorite sites, ShelterPop!

We've learned what a mess says about you, but have you considered the impact of where that mess is located? Author and environmental psychologist Sally Augustin, PhD sheds some light on this surprising revelation. (And yes, we've learned lots from this!)

Mess location: The entryway
Chances are you are: Extroverted
"A mess in an entryway that contains personalizing items [think knick-knacks, photos, art, etc.] communicates a need to clearly and immediately establish information about themselves to their visitor," Augustin says. "People with this sort of mess are also apt to be extroverted and interested in establishing a bond with visitors. Personalizing items also establish territory."
What to do about it: Extroversion isn't a bad trait! But have you been welcoming so many people in your home that you don't have time to tend to your own needs? Then it's time to put "you" on your calendar. Make it a habit to clear up clothes, jackets, and other "drop off" items that you leave by the door when you get home and for when you are leaving. As much as you enjoy welcoming guests into your own home, your entryway should be equally welcoming upon visitor arrivals.

Mess location: The living room
Chances are you are: Tense.
"Cluttered spaces...generate tension for humans because our eyes continually review our environment. With lots of stuff around, that process becomes more arduous. In addition, since our possessions are extensions of us, lack of care for them could also indicate, potentially, a lack of self respect-but it may also indicate a toddler is present, money is in short supply, or other similar things."
What to do about it: Since the living room area tends to be the cluster zone for your family, it's all a matter of finding space to hide the clutter. Utilize decorative storage bins and storage ottomans. Seeing a messy area will induce more stress and tension, so take that extra minute to keep things in allotted places. Then, recover from the visual tension by closing your eyes and listening to music.

Continue reading to learn more about your mess!