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Come Fab Finding With Me: Thanksgiving, Gossip Girl-Style

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:50:22 -0800

Remember the Turkey Day episode of Gossip Girl last year? It was drama-filled, yes, but oh so stylish, too. This year, let's pretend we're having a Gossip Girl-style Thanksgiving. You know what that means - rich Fall hues, designer duds, and lots of polish. I'll start you off with this photo of Serena and Lily from last year's episode. Let the colors inspire!

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Gossip Girl Thanksgiving. Now, you can build outfits by creating your very own widget of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when completing your Fab Finding missions. Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here's a detailed explanation of bookmarks from GeekSugar.

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Gossip Girl Fashion Quiz: "The Last Days of Disco Stick"

FabSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:00:22 -0800

OK, can it get more scandalous on Gossip Girl? Between Jenny's almost druggie experience and Serena's congressional makeout session, I almost forgot this was a teen show. Oh, the drama. Did you take fashion notes? You know I did . . .

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I Want This Wardrobe: Vanessa Abrams

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:30:22 -0800

Vanessa is living her college life to the fullest. Besides getting into rompy threesomes, the Gossip Girl also enjoys showing us her selection of unique and vibrant ensembles. While strolling NYC, Vanessa kept warm in a cozy colorful plaid jacket by Diane von Furstenberg, paired with a blue embroidered dress by Nanette Lepore. Black opaque tights shield her from the Fall chill, while gray ruched boots further her bohemian 'fit.

Diane Von Furstenberg - $585.00	Simply Vera Vera Wang Floral Dress - $68.00
Opaque Tights - $12.00	Chinese Laundry - Wiz (Grey) - $88.95
Elisa Atheniense Garter Shoulder - $625.00	Blue Turquoise Cabochon Earrings by Siman Tu - $300.00
Plastic Chain Necklace - $25.00

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FabSugar Exclusive: Alexis Bittar Is Gossip Girl's Favorite Accessory Designer

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:00:22 -0800

We caught up with Alexis Bittar at his Neiman Marcus trunk show recently. He's super dreamy, as you can tell from his photo (center). And so friendly, it was comfortable, like we'd met before. Read what he had to say about his biggest fans - Fab fave Cameron Diaz and the Gossip Girl stylists - as well as how he got his start.

What sparked your interest in jewelry?

I sold antique jewelry on the street [at the 26th Street flea market in Manhattan] for 15 years. I started working with Lucite, I just pounded it, started carving it. I actually don’t know how I put it all together in my brain, but I liked that you could sculpt it. It’s pretty cheap - in the beginning I had no money. It seemed like an experimental medium. And I like working with mediums that aren’t typical. When I first saw it, I loved it and I still love it. Guys like it, too; they’re into the science of it, they’re trying to figure it out. It took a long time - the beginning was a bit difficult, then certain key people used it, and it slowly took off. When the millennium happened there was thing of perceiving everything differently and it became the new.

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Gossip Girl Fashion Quiz: "They Shoot Humphreys, Don’t They?"

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:00:22 -0800

A lot happened on this week's Gossip Girl. Blair and Serena repaired their friendship, Jenny reigned supreme at cotillion, and who can forget the steamy ménage à trois scene - wow. I'm usually not an advocate of sibling rivalry, but I kind of enjoyed seeing Eric's evil side. While we eagerly anticipate what's to come, take my quiz to see if you were tuning into all the fine details!

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Found! Serena van der Woodsen's Twill Shirtdress

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:00:22 -0800

I'm not used to seeing Serena so conservative on Gossip Girl, but I think I like it. In this scene, the hottie donned a Mason by Michelle Mason Mocha Shirtdress ($425). The warm hue looks amazing against her blond locks, and I love the unique zipper detail. A cool twist on a timeless shape.

BTW, if there's any top, dress, shoe, or bag you're dying to identify, join our In Search Of . . . Fab Community group, and we'll help you find that coveted item!

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Fab Read: You Know You Want It, Style – Inspiration – Confidence

FabSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:30:22 -0800

If Eric Daman looks familiar to you, it's because he was recently posing pretty with Leighton Meester at the launch of his book, You Know You Want It: Style – Inspiration – Confidence ($20).

The Gossip Girl costume designer knows a thing or two about fashion, after all, don't we all covet Blair, Serena, Vanessa, and Jenny's fabulous Upper East Side ensembles? Daman says the trick to pulling off any ensemble is owning it, and in this book, he teaches us how to do just that via confidence and pizazz. (Side note, I think confidence is a woman's personal journey, I don't believe it can be taught.)

“A catalyst for the book was that I wanted to send the message that fashion and style [don’t] have to be scary - [they] can be totally accessible,” said Daman. "I always say style is 20 percent fashion and 80 percent confidence. You have to own it.” The book also includes a forward by the queen bee herself, Leighton Meester.

Celeb Style: Leighton Meester

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:00:22 -0800

The metamorphosis continues. Leighton looked like a knock-out a Swarovski event in NYC last night in galactic Marios Schwab. And special bonus: the Gossip Girl posing with GG costume designer Eric Daman - hi Eric! But back to Leighton. She shows her extreme side in this galactic frock, open-toe platform booties, and Swarovki spike jewelry. Kick ass.

Marios Schwab Silk bustle dress - $3,520.00	Steve Madden Women's Massivve Bootie - $179.95
Abbey Dawn Silver-Tone Spike Flex Bracelet - $16.00	Ben-Amun Black Resin Stretch Bracelet with Spikes - $245.00
Juicy Couture Diamond Outline Stud Earrings - $42.00	Roncello - $8.00
Suzy Smith Sequined Clutch bag - $60.00

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Gossip Girl Fashion Quiz: "The Grandfather: Part II"

FabSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:00:22 -0800

Last night's Gossip Girl was all about political scandals and schemes. While Nate sacrificed all for his do-gooder cousin, Tripp Vanderbilt, Blair and Serena found themselves in a bitter friendship – sad. Hopefully, they'll repair their BFF status, but for now, take my quiz to see if you were on top of the fashion details!

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I Want This Wardrobe: Blair Waldorf

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:30:22 -0800

Leave it to Blair to bring fascinating Upper East Side style to NYU. While strolling the collegiate hallways, the former queen bee tempered a sexy gold lame dress by Oscar de la Renta with a ladylike coat - genius. The Gossip Girl then furthered her ferosh with a burgundy-quilted bag, gold bangles, and badass Alexandre Birman python booties. I wish my former college ensembles were this hot . . .

Nanette Lepore gold floral brocade '24 Karat' double breasted coat - $369.00	Oscar de la Renta Metallic jacquard dress - $2,290.00
Alexandre Birman Python Peep-Toe Bootie - $595.00	Vivienne Westwood Bordeaux Soho Quilted Baguette Bag - $224.40
Twisted Bangle Set - $5.80	1 Carat Diamond Stud 14K Yellow Gold Earrings - $1,695.00
Marc By Marc Jacobs Fancy Fancy Pave Heart Ring - $78.00

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