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Fab Flash: John Galliano Is a No-Show at SCAD's Annual Fashion Show

FabSugar — Tue, 20 May 2008 13:00:22 -0700

Much to everyone's disappointment, John Galliano abruptly pulled out of attending the Savannah College of Art and Design's annual fashion show just hours from the event.

The touted designer was set to receive the prestigious André Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award presented by Talley himself. Talley, editor at large for Vogue, commented that it took him two years to secure Galliano for the event due to his busy schedule stating, "I'm devastated that he's not here." The reason Galliano didn't attend was that he fell ill.

Students kept an optimistic attitude even after the news and were ecstatic about the other famous attendees present, including Miss J. Alexander, America's Next Top Model judge, who kept them amused with Tyra Banks impersonations. The show must go on, right?

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Celebrity Style: Halle Berry

FabSugar — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 12:30:22 -0700

Move over Nicole Richie, there's a new hot pregnant mama in town. Here at the "Late Show With David Letterman," Halle Berry looks more gorgeous than ever in her Galliano bubble lace dress, slingback sandals and hoop earrings. This isn't her first pregnant look, but I think it's her best so far. Everything about it is soft and feminine - just the way Fab likes it. I'm looking forward to seeing more pretty pregnant ensembles from Halle!

Galliano Chantilly Lace Bubble Mini Dress - $615.00	Nina Caitrin - $89.00
Jeweled satin clutch - $38.00	Argento Vivo silver etched hoop earrings - $70.00
Crislu Pavé Reflection Pavé Band Ring - $62.99

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On Our Radar: John Galliano Rounds Out Diffusion Line With Accessories

FabSugar — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 04:00:22 -0800

John Galliano is expanding his diffusion line. For Fall, there are over 100 styles - bags, small leather goods, belts, luggage, and trolleys. Prints (like the black and white gazette one on the left) and appliqués keep things interesting, as do materials like faux oilskin leathers and calfskin. Wholesale prices range from $117 to $292. You can find Galliano's accessories at one of the 75 worldwide Plus IT stores, as well as department stores.

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On Our Radar: John Galliano Eyewear

FabSugar — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 03:00:22 -0700

I don't know about you, but I can never get enough of John Galliano. Sure, he designs multiple rtw and couture collections, but he's proving he can do more by signing a five-year licensing deal for John Galliano eyewear. The destined-to-be-decadent creations will surface next Fall, and include women's and men's sunglasses and spectacles.

Galliano's stoked: “I can’t wait to begin a new vision on vision.”

As expected, Galliano glasses will be sold at the best of the best retailers, department stores, and John Galliano boutiques.

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On Our Radar: John Galliano and Diesel Team Up for Children's Wear

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 04:00:22 -0700

He's creative director of Dior, at the helm of his own eponymous Galliano collection, and now John Galliano is joining with Diesel to bring children's wear to the mix.

Aimed at girls and boys ages 4 to 14, the line, which is still unnamed, is expected to launch January in Italy, France, the U.K., Russia, the U.S., Japan, and Eastern Europe. As Diesel chief Renzo Rosso told WWD, "Galliano likes to play and create fairy-tale worlds even for adults. Imagine what he can do for kids." Imagine the possibilities, my friends, and it will be worth the wait!

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Marion Cotillard and John Galliano and the Mystery of Handbags

FabSugar — Fri, 15 May 2009 04:50:22 -0700

I can't live without my bags. After all, it's where I store my daily necessities, and in the case of clutches, my bare necessities. But you don't have to take my word for it.

In a recent interview, French actress and Dior face Marion Cotillard dished about the most important thing in her handbag. “I have this little black book that I write things in. It’s sometimes dangerous things you have in your mind that you put in your little black book and it’s not as dangerous anymore,” said Cotillard. Sounds tantalizing, can we have a peek?

John Galliano's take on handbags is equally sassy, stating, “It is part of their charm, their secret weapon. Who knows what’s in there - keys, wallet, phone. That is all to be expected. Who’s to say what door that spare key opens; why she has her passport tucked in when she’s only going up the road and whose phone number she has scrawled on the back of an envelope . . . I love the unknown - and the what might be.”

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2010 Spring Paris Fashion Week: Christian Dior

FabSugar — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:48:20 -0700

John Galliano started his Christian Dior Spring '10 show with a literal bang as gunshots and theatrical screaming laid out the framework for his film noir-inspired collection. Set against a gritty, warehouse scene, models with wavy tresses and red lips strutted down the runway in an array of sensual, lingerie-like silk gowns, camisoles, peek-a-boo lace dresses, silk shorts, and and beaded gowns. His ode to '40s Hollywood glamour continued with sharply tailored trench coats - a staple then, a staple today - tiered skirts, corsets, and I even spied a couple of ankle socks paired with sky-high sandals. So Fab.

To add a modern touch to his throwback collection, Galliano paired jackets with leather pants and leggings. Bows, beads, and vibrant sheer organza also injected an interesting flair while multicolor floral prints and gold lamé struck a chord for those in need of extra pizazz. It was all so dramatic. There's a reason I will never tire of Dior.

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Fall Glimpse: Hot Toes

FabSugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:00:22 -0700

No Fall glimpse would be complete without a preview of some of the most captivating shoes to trot down the runways. The boot of the season is no doubt the over-the-knee, while wicked platforms and cutesie pumps rule, too. Heels got a lot of play - curved, pin straight, studded, wooden. And textures were wild: brocade, woven leather, super stretch, rich suede, ruffled. It's time to experiment. Stare again at these John Galliano pom pom lace-ups? Well, I nevah!

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2009 Fall Paris Fashion Week: Christian Dior

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 18:00:22 -0800

John Galliano created a '20s inspired Fall collection filled with Indian and Asian nuances for Christian Dior. After I got past the somewhat blinding backdrop, I was able to focus in on Galliano's gowns and two piece suits. He played it safe with streamlined, feminine cuts but made up for it with bold colors, textural fabrics, and most prominently - bold prints. "I'm sure Mr.Dior would have loved these prints," said Galliano when talking about his use of Ikat prints.

Galliano's frocks ranged from hot pink mod with modified bubble hemlines to floaty silk chiffon creations in beautiful jewel tones. His two-piece suits were more structured and showed variety through different prints and colors. Also notice how Galliano edited his use of furs - other designers are all over them for Fall - by sparsely spreading them on hats and coat trims. All together, a merry, mixed bag from Galliano. By the way, we couldn't resist showing you this major buttage shot on the runway! Tee hee.

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2009 Fall Couture: Christian Dior

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:00:22 -0700

Glamorous, and a touch garish, Galliano leads Couture week with a provocative showing at the Dior headquarters. Innerwear played a major role in this film noir. Corsets, garters, hose, slips, camis, and brassieres all hung out exhibiting a high-class peekaboo show. Classic lingerie hues like nude, black, and cream whispered alongside bold red, pink, chartreuse, leopard (and zebra) print, lavender, and juicy tangerine. Dramatic toppers, ladylike bags and fine jewels added to the highly feminine Dior aesthetic. Skirts were a favorite - tulip, sheer, bubble, tiered - and sometimes even absent. Dior still caters to the lady, but this lady's inner exhibitionist has risen.

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