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eBay Find of the Week

FabSugar — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 01:23:22 PST

I've searched high and low for fringe boots. All my finds were too pricey until now. These ">Black and Brown Fringe Ankle Boots, size 8, are perfect in design and price. They remind me of Giuseppe Zanotti's version, only cheaper.

Buy them now for $34 or make an offer. The auction ends on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Good luck!

Trend Alert: Mid-Calf Boots

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 05:00:22 PDT

Falling between booties and knee-high boots are mid-calf boots. This middle child used to get harped on for its in-between length and stodgy shape, but look out kids - there's a new boot in town!

The modern mid-calf boot is cut slightly wider around the top to provide much-needed leg room, not to mention making jean tucking a breeze. Take a look-see at Ugly Betty's Becki Newton. Zone in on her amazing Jeffrey Campbell boots; the laid-back style goes perfectly with her light brown dress. The grommet embellishment adds a nice touch to this simple ensemble. She's the perfect example of how a person of petite height - she's only five-foot-two - can pull this off. No fear.

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Do You Cover Up in the Summer?

FabSugar — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:12:22 PDT

It's Summer but Mischa Barton is dressed for Fall in her tights and thigh-high fringe boots.

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Naeem Khan Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:01:23 PST

With the Oscars at the end of the month, Naeem Khan's gorgeously crafted red-carpet wear couldn't have come at a better time. Head-to-toe sparkle, full-length prints, embellished pants - Khan's wildly beautiful Fall '12 confections are begging to be worn right now. Beginning with an essentially ethnic-inspired feel, Khan sent ornately crafted tunic-style dresses and gowns down the runway that spoke decidedly to his native India. But, cinched at the waist with lovely black bows, these tunics are both somewhat exotic and at the same time steeped in classic red-carpet glamour. It's that wow factor that registers, the luxuriousness of it all, the decadence that unfolds in all-over sparkle, fringe trim, and jaw-dropping silhouettes. Showstoppers are Khan's bread and butter - in fact, it was hard not to audibly ohh and ahh with nearly every ensemble's turn down the runway. That's not to say you tire of the effect - you're captivated. It's not just the exotic detail, the texture, or the shine, it's how Khan masters the cut. Necklines and slits are sexy but never reveal too much; fringe and beading are used abundantly, but it never feels over-the-top. It's how Khan's mastered the art of razzle-dazzle with perfect allure.

Trends: Textured, embellished eveningwear; ethnic-feeling robe- and tunic-style gowns; dramatic black and white prints.
Colors: Black, white, silver, gold.
Key Piece: The gold full-length v-neck gown is begging for a red-carpet appearance.
Accessories: Open-toe cutout ankle boots, peep-toe pumps, ankle-strap heels.
Who Would Wear It: Hollywood A-listers and Oscar contenders like front-rower Ahna O'Reilly; beauties like Zoe Saldana and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley would carry off these gowns flawlessly.

Altuzarra Fall 2012

Marisa Tom — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 22:27:47 PST

Just when we thought we couldn't swoon any more over Joseph Altuzarra's creations, the designer sent us on a dizzying trip around the world via brightly hued Moroccan-chic knitwear, chunky fringe, plush shearling, and quirky coin embellishments. From 1940s Parisian silhouettes to ultra-tailored naval coats and equestrian-inspired jodhpurs, to the whimsical markings of a visit to a Marrakesh marketplace, this collection was all about mixing it up. The result? A sultry blend of super-structured jackets, pants, and fur-lined outerwear paired perfectly with eclectic fringe-laden skirts, Indian-braid schoolboy sweaters, and coin-infused cocktail dresses. Slick, tasseled, patent-leather ankle boots and knee-high riding boots completed each look - a fitting accessorized finish for the well-traveled style setter who knows where she's going next.

Trends: Global traveler, fringe, coin embellishments, equestrian-inspired silhouettes, fur-trimmed collars, quirky updates on the Fair Isle print.
Colors: Earthy brown, black, navy, ivory, gold, and bright pops of Moroccan oranges and reds.
Key Piece: The vibrant coin-sashed orange dress embodied Altuzarra's worldly take on his Fall '12 lineup.
Accessories: Chunky cummerbund belts, patent-leather ankle boots, and knee-high riding boots, complete with slick tasseled add-ons.
Who Would Wear It: The downtown cool girl with a flair for spontaneity, like Kate Bosworth, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Ashley Olsen.

Alexander Wang Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19:42:08 PST

Alexander Wang staged a dark and dramatic show tonight at Pier 94, setting the mood for a high-impact show complete with a tricky "runway" configuration, strategically placed mirrors, and our favorite highlight of the night, a surprise appearance from Gisele Bundchen. "I personally think he's a great guy, a great person, and he's always so sincere," said Bundchen. "He asked me and I'm very happy that I was able to be here." The show kicked off with a vast array of structured, lacquered wool coats paired with laser-cut fishnet turtlenecks - pulled over part of the face to look like a mask - and waxed suede manipulated to look like leather. The latter was used to create black- and oxblood-hued military-inspired dresses and sexy front-slit skirts. Then came the fringe, thus far a burgeoning trend on the Fall runways, juxtaposed on crisp collared shirtdresses and tops. The surprise closer of the evening featured top models like Karolina Kurkova and Bundchen facing the mirrors - then peeling off their half-masks. Mystifying? Yes, but there's no confusion when it comes to Wang and his modern way of thinking.

Trends: Lacquer, laser-cut details, fringe.
Colors: Black, oxblood, white.
Key Piece: A cropped hoodie jacket, leather minidress, any of the botanical ombré pieces.
Accessories: Lacquered and leather knee-high boots, stacked ankle boots, leather gloves, leather duffel bags, small crossbody bags.
Who Would Wear It: Downtown girls like Alexa Chung, Zoe Kravitz, and Erin Wasson.

Jen Kao Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:10:50 PST

The East and West collided together at Jen Kao's Fall showing, resulting in an unapologetic mashup of sexy fringe, baseball caps, and ombré lace dresses. While it might sound a little disjointed, Kao managed to pull it all together creating a carefree attitude with her mixed bag of offerings. Printed floral dresses were decorated with fringe, pleated leather and silk maxi dresses were styled with baseball caps, and crochet dresses were layered over silk printed tops. The results? A rebellious kind of beauty any cool girl - like front-row attendee Zoe Kravitz - would love to wear on any given day.

Trends: Fringe, Asian-inspired floral prints, lace, pleats, brocade.
Colors: Blue, black, brown, gray.
Key Piece: We love how Jen Kao added a cool ombré effect to her lace shift dresses.
Accessories: Patent loafers, low-heel ankle boots, sporty caps.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who crave a unique, edgy touch like front-row attendee Zoe Kravitz.

Nicole Miller Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:31:42 PST

Topping her graphic prints, fringe-trimmed dresses, and flares with floppy hats, Nicole Miller zeroed in on '70s boho-glam for Fall 2012. There was barely a look that didn't hit the runway with a hat to top it all off, adding to the drama and unifying every style with a nod to that confident '70s woman. But it's not just a single trend of the decade we see - Miller's collection offers a taste of all the essential elements in velvet flares, striped and colored leather jackets, bold abstract prints, and fringed dresses and tops you could see on any of the era's rocker chicks.

Trends: '70s, fringe, colored fur and leather, florals and abstract prints.
Colors: Burgundy, black, brown, yellow, and green.
Key Piece: The velvet flares, floppy hats; the orange and yellow shift with black cutout sleeves.
Accessories: Black, tan, and leopard-print hats, leather messenger bags, jeweled clutches, and buckled or lace-up ankle boots.
Who Would Wear It: The girl with an appetite for drama in the everyday; the boho rock chick.

Nicholas K Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:00:33 PST

Nancy Sinatra's epic "Bang Bang," set the mood for Nicholas Kunz's Fall Nicholas K collection. Inspired by the Taos artists in the '20s and '30s, Kunz imagined a line bursting with Western influence - we loved all of the cool Stetson-inspired hats - and a dash of deco. Fringe was heavily prevalent, making its way onto geometric leather jackets, sheer crochet dresses, and for a vintage touch, metallic fringed flapper dresses. For eveningwear, Kunz showed off her signature draping technique on a variety of gorgeous sexy bias-cut dresses and fluid tops. The outerwear category also shined: parka jackets came complete with inner straps (so the coat can hang just off the shoulders), structured leather jackets highlighted by luxe fur collars, and the closing look featured an undeniably slick black asymmetric leather and canvas zippered coat. More details below.

Trends: Western influence, fringe, parka jackets, crochet detailing.
Colors: Desert sand, gray, black, army green, sienna.
Key Piece: We loved the simple yet sexy sheer asymmetric and draped dresses; outerwear showed amazing structural pieces.
Accessories: Wedge platform boots, knee-high boots, leather harness vests, Western-inspired hats, turtle shell necklaces.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who like the utilitarian look with slight, modern edge.

First Look - Club Monaco's Wild West Early Summer Collection

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:06:13 PST

Warm weather might be a few months away, but that's not stopping us from starting a list of must haves from Club Monaco's newly released early Summer lookbook. Modeled by Eniko Mihalik and Valerija Kelava, the line draws influence from one of our favorite Spring activities – music festivals. We can't get enough of the irresistible array of cabana-inspired shirts, sheath dresses, peasant blouses, sheer maxi skirts, bohemian floral dresses, and louche printed pants. It's basically what we want to wear to Coachella and into the warm and lazy Summer months afterwards. Just pair with cowboy or fringed boots and you're set. Click through the slideshow to see the rest of collection now.

Sigerson Morrison, High heel platform boot - Sold Out	Pedro Garcia Aimara Suede Mid-Calf Boot - Sold Out
Quante - Sold Out	Jeffrey Campbell - Women's Brown Suede Crank Boot - Sold Out
Chloe Mid Boot- Black - Sold Out	LAUREN Ralph Lauren - Caitleen (Black) - Sold Out
Velvet Back w/ Satin Baguette by Bruno Frisoni - Sold Out	Slouchy mid-calf boot - Sold Out
Woodstock Tan Suede Minnetonka Moccasin 65amn-76 - Sold Out	Chie Mihara Cunsi-13 Boots - Sold Out
Mid-calf scrunch boot - Sold Out	Roberto del Carlo Scrunch Mid Boot- Navy - Sold Out