Fashion Week Quickie: Sneak Peek, Jason Wu For Tse!


Updated 02/18/10 1:09 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Jason Wu For Tse

They don't hit the racks until July, but here is a first look at Jason Wu's capsule collection pieces for Tse. As you can see, there's lots of layering going on, fresh textures, and I'm totally loving the pom-pom beanies. Don't forget to check out all of our New York Fashion Week coverage and follow my Fashion Week adventures on Twitter! Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Fetherston's Fall LBD


Updated 02/12/09 11:36 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Fetherston's Fall LBD

I plan to attend Erin Fetherston's show at New York Fashion Week. It's always a girlie trip down her runway, but come Fall, expect "refined whimsy." This designer is known for her whimsy, but it looks like she's going to present something more mature. By the looks of this LBD it's going to be party-ready. Cute! Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Arise Magazine Brings Africana to Fashion Week


Updated 02/18/09 12:15 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Arise Magazine Brings Africana to Fashion Week

One of the things I love about attending Fashion Week is the abundance of fash lit. Virtually every local NYC magazine and newspaper creates special spreads for the tents, and Fashion Week Daily is my everyday fashion breakfast/waiting reading. This Friday, I will keep my eyes peeled for Arise Magazine. The new monthly Nigerian-based magazine will debut with the African Fashion Collective Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Rebecca Taylor


Updated 02/09/09 11:04 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Rebecca Taylor

Raise your hand if you're a Rebecca Taylor fanatic? I sort of was, but after her too cute Spring collection, I am now 100%. I'm stoked to see what she's thinking for Fall. Here's a sneak peek! Her Fall collection is inspired by imagery from Northern European fairytales. Like this sketch, oversized wrap coats are belted and worn over cool ruffled tops tucked into wide leg trousers. Expect pastel Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Tracy Reese Goes Eclectic


Updated 02/06/09 8:42 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Tracy Reese Goes Eclectic

We can always look forward to feminine, fanciful clothes from Tracy Reese. For Fall, Reese promises an eclectic collection inspired by post-impressionist portraiture, including the works of Vuillard, Van Gogh, and Modigliani. Pattern mixing and rich color combinations are something to look out for. Colors are described as "rustic chic" and include mixing raspberry plaids, pink florals, and basil Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: A Kruger Souvenir


Updated 09/21/08 12:18 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Diane Kruger Attends Tommy Hilfiger's Fashion Show at New York Fashion Week

Hands down, my best celebrity sighting at New York Fashion Week was Fab favorite Diane Kruger. I don't know what it is about her. No, actually, I do. She's demure and ladylike, but also experimental and youthful. This is how I like to describe my own personal style. And, just when you think you've nailed down her look, she wears something totally fresh and unexpected. She only attended the Tommy Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Colette x Gap Sets Up Shop in NYC


Updated 09/04/08 11:00 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Colette x Gap Sets Up Shop in NYC

If you can't go to Paris, let Paris come to you. That was Gap's mentality when it decided to collaborate with renowned Paris boutique Colette to create a one-month installation in New York City. The Colette x Gap concept store, adjacent to Gap's flagship store at 54th and 5th Avenue, will operate from Sept. 6 through Oct. 5 and will sell hard-to-find products from around the world. Products Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: The Outfit Plan


Updated 09/03/08 11:33 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: The Outfit Plan

As you read this I am Jet Blueing across the country. I will be doing a mix of restless organization, napping, and guilty television watching. Don't you love long flights sometimes? I do, especially during hectic times when you are forced to sit still and chill out. But before I embark on another fashion-filled week, stressed to the max, inspired to the fullest, my days working at Martha Stewart Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Twinkle Admires Jean Seberg


Updated 08/31/08 10:46 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 7 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Twinkle Admires Jean Seberg

Twinkle designer Wenlan Chia has her eye on iconic actress Jean Seberg. For Spring, her schoolgirl charm is translated to classic tailored pieces, made over with sporty elements. But she keeps things feminine with bohemian artistry. These two looks demonstrate the juxtaposition. As the designer put it: "The blend of colors, textures, vintage inspired prints, and tailored silhouettes give my Read more

Fashion Week Quickie: Dennis Basso Is Feelin' Breezy


Updated 08/29/08 8:32 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 3 comments

Fashion Week Quickie: Dennis Basso Is Feelin' Breezy

With celebrity fans like Kim Cattrall and the ladies of Lipstick Jungle, Dennis Basso always churns out luxurious red carpet-worthy gowns and dresses. It's safe to safe evening garb is his forté. For Spring, Basso is "feeling strong about the American sea side, patio dressing, breezy Summer evenings and fabrics that move.” His sketch is dramatic and beautiful. I'm getting ready to run Read more