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Celebrity Style: Heidi Klum

FabSugar — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 10:00:22 -0700

Mega model Heidi Klum recently debuted her Victoria's Secret makeup line and looked damn good doing it. She got down to work, testing her makeup skills in a Cecilia De Bucourt grey stud tee, faded grey skinnies, a white studded belt, and peep toe pumps. Though there's no color in her outfit, she manages to keep it fun with the stud details, her voluminous waves and ear-to-ear smile. Now only if we could all look this gorgeous while on the job!

Cecilia De Bucourt Gladiator Stud Tee - $188.00	Citizens Of Humanity Concord Avedon 111 Storm Grey - $180.00
Skinny Metallic Heat Crease Belt - $38.00	BCBGeneration Women's Ariel Peep Toe Pump - $79.00
Roberto Coin White Gold & Diamond Heart Necklace - $760.00

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Celebrity Style: Nicky Hilton

FabSugar — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 11:30:22 -0700

Nicky Hilton was taking a casual stroll on Beverly Blvd. in her shrunken Kate Moss for Topshop vest, black skinny jeans and buckled flats. All the items I just described are old timers on the fashion scene (Kate also has the same vest), but what's new and divine is her Burberry Prorsum studded bag. It adds mega oomph to her simple outfit. For such a gorgeous piece, I'm shocked that no other celebs are carrying it. I bet Nicky likes it that way.

Johnson Frank Vest in Cotton - $198.00	C&C California Classic Tank Tunic in White - $46.00
Cheap Monday OP Black Skinny Jean - $65.00	Burberry Prorsum Knight studded bag - $2,995.00
Stuart Weitzman Buck Ballet Buckle Flat in Black - $231.00	Tom Ford "Andrea" Sunglasses - Black - $360.00
Loop Heart Pendant in Sterling Silver - $40.00	Bejeweled dome ring - Black - $38.00
Silver Bangle Bracelet 8" - $39.99

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On My Way To a Fab Closet, Part III

FabSugar — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:00:22 -0700

The most fabulous news: My Fab closet is done! I wanted to make sure it was in tip top order before I did my big reveal. I also had to go the The Container Store to get some boot fillers, skirt hangers (the kind with the multiple hang) and some plastic containers for under my bed storage. All my clothes have been analyzed and some have been tossed to the consignment shop curb - buh-bye! There are still a few questionable items - maybe you all can help me determine their fate? So I really didn't need to do much but put on my organizing Philip Treacy hat when filling it up.

As you can see, I am a color coordinator. I also group items by type; dresses together, tops, jeans etc. I fold my jeans, I don't hang them, btw. What are my favorite parts of the newly improved closet? That's easy: The shoe shelves! Also, all the hanging space. I have lots of dresses, tops and jackets and now everything has a home. But the best part of all is that I can see all my clothes. The only things hiding are seasonal sweaters and costumes. The belt rack and scarf rack are cool too; I've been wearing more of both as a result. I must confess that I also have two dressers. The burgundy one houses my sunglasses, underthings, socks and tights. The big purple one hides jewelry, pj's, cotton basics, tee shirts and sweaters. And, I have a coat rack for grab-and-go jackets and hoodies.

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OK, it's obvious I have a lot of clothes. But this experience has opened my eyes as to what my personal style is. I believe one's style is always evolving - especially for a fashion chameleon - but there were definitely some Fab staples. Allow me to share them with you. I have about ten LBDs as well as oodles of navy and red dresses. Don't let me buy anymore! I love sharp outerwear. Given the foggy climate of San Francisco, I have tons of jackets and coats, but I wear them all. I swear. When I used to live in New York City I had more coats and I started collecting vintage coats and restoring them so I still have a few that I will love forever. I just wear them Carrie Bradshaw style: with a sexy little LBD (see!), strappy heels and a clutch.

Black is most people's neutral, mine is grey. Another thing I don't need to buy more of: grey cardigans and sweaters. I have every kind of pant imaginable: black trouser, black pinstripe, jeans (cropped, wide leg, skinny, black, grey, white), grey trouser, khaki trouser, black cropped, black bermudas. Hmmm, maybe black is my neutral after all. In general, I need to wear more slacks! Carine Roitfeld wears them all the time, so color me inspired. Also, I am more of a shoe junkie than a bag lady. I really don't think I have that many bags, PartySugar. Except, my clutch collection (mostly vintage) is quite fabulous.

Here's the fun part: My favorite brands. I guess there's no other way of uncovering them than raiding your closet. Here goes: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Banana Republic, Theory, H&M, DKNY, J.Crew, Target GO International (lots of pieces from the Proenza Schouler collection last year), BCBG, Miu Miu, Nanette Lepore, DVF, See by Chloe, Paul and Joe, J Brand jeans. As for shoes, I have lots of Marc Jacobs and Marc, KORS Michael Kors, Nine West and Belle Sigerson Morrison. Heels have tapered off for me, I am an official lover of flats. Vintage rules my coats, sandals, clutches and jewelry.

So what's next? I don't have much extra room - this is a good thing. Now that I've been reacquainted with a lot of my clothes I don't feel I need to shop much. But you know me. I have a few shoe slots available, some jacket space and I'm not really happy with my boot collection so come next Fall I may invest in a new pair. Maybe some grey ones . . .

Hallway closet

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Mistress closet

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On Our Radar: May Anderson Goes From Modeling To Designing

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:00:22 -0700

Model May Anderson, best known for her work with Victoria's Secret and dating Kid Rock, is taking a hiatus from modeling to design denim.

Chick with Guns is a range of cropped black, grey, and dark blue jeans with embellishments on the butt and gold thread. The most popular style is the "Mayday" (worn by May, left), a spray-on skinny jean with a '70s kick. The Danish beauty, along with old friends and partners Gabriel Nigro and Jesper Skade, works solely with top manufacturers in Italy, so you're guaranteed a good pair of jeans.

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Trend Alert: High-Waisted Jeans

FabSugar — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 11:21:22 -0700

The 70s are back! What with wide legged jeans in full force and now high-waisted jeans, it is clear the skinny and low rise have competition. I am elated - you all know by now I have a thing for the carefree styles of the dazed & confused decade. While the high waist was around long before the 70s, try the 50s, it was given sex appeal in the decade of disco. I prefer this look worn with a wide leg, it just complements any body way better. Either way, if you've got the feelin' go for it!

(L-R: Ciara, Diesel S/S '07, Jennifer Lopez)

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Grey Ant High Waisted Carpenter Jean, $330. These are the ones Ciara is wearing in the above pic.

Cheap Monday Stretch Skinny Jean, $65.

Free People Hi Waisted Sailor Trouser, $198.

Fab's August Most Wanted

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 04:50:22 -0700

It's about that time ladies. It's about that time to start thinking of transitional outfits. For many, August is a blistering hot month, but if you're anything like me, you've got your eye on some cooler temperature garb already. Now I know I said I was on a shopping freeze, but here are some items I thought would be great transitioners, and a couple are just awesome deals I had to share!

If you haven't already hit up the Nordstrom Anniversary sale you're missing out. Fall goods, like this French Connection 'Mystify Me' Satin Shift Mini Dress, on sale for $100 (originally $158), are already marked down. I am a purple people eater (you know what I mean) and I thought I'd give sheen a try with this sweet dress - and how perfect would it look with some textured tights and these...
Circa Joan & David 'Sage' Oxford Pumps, on sale for $85 (originally $129)? Oxfords are all the rage and I like how these are grey and not black; they're more moody rather than preppy.
I am so over skinny jeans! I know I've been preaching wide legged jeans for months now, and I dig the texture and perfect cut of these Joe's Jeans Muse Wide Leg Jeans, $159.
I'm beginning to think a gal can't have too many scarves. They add a dash of color and a bit of cuddle and this Buffalo Plaid Scarf, $20, has FIT alum written all over it.
Last but certainly not least, a new buttery handbag to lift me into back-to-school mode. Nothing says I'm ready to hit the books and show off my Fab fashion sense like a Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Shopper, $468, in a drop-red color.

The Look for Less: Jennifer Lopez

FabSugar — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 03:00:22 -0700

Jennifer Lopez emerged from a New York hair salon looking as glamorous as ever in her daytime gear. She went for a calm Spring friendly palette of fresh whites and greys, topped off with oversized Balenciaga sunglasses and a ladylike structured bag. I'm liking the wide legged look, and surely this style is more appealing than skinny jeans post-pregnancy. Her designer gear is a tad out of reach for us plebes so I've put together a look that is just as fabulous but far easier on the ol' wallet.

American Living Double-Breasted Jacket - $110.00	Design History white jersey ruffle detail tank - $43.00
Raven light grey denim 'Mckenzie' flare leg stretch trousers - $132.00	Framed Croco Bag - $58.00
F8488 Sunglasses - $5.80	BCBGirls Iria - $98.00
Jeweled Cluster Necklace - $3.80	Silver Sandblast Hoops - $20.00

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Fab Finding Follow Up: Bonfire Babe

FabSugar — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:00:22 -0800

You and a bevy of your closest guy and gal pals are gathering on the beach Friday evening for a little ring-in-the-weekend bonfire - think The Hills! It gets a little chilly with the sea breeze in the evening, so I reminded you to make sure to bring a jacket, and some sand-friendly shoes.

I started you off with these J Brand 10" Ankle Skinny Stretch Jean ($159) in charcoal, in honor of the bonfire.

Let's see what you all came up with!

Look # 1, created by elanakat is super cute; I love her color palette of coral, grey, and shiny black.

Madison Marcus Scalloped Blouse : PinkMascara	J Brand 10" Ankle Skinny Stretch Jean - shopbop.com
- Chloe black leather studded 'Chloe' tote bag	Motorcycle Coat in Putty: Buy LaROK Clothing	Opening Ceremony Patent Lace Up Sandal - shopbop.com

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Look # 2, created by nikkeeb, is funky chic. The cropped kelly green jacket forms a striking contrast against those the muted purple accessories.

Roberto Coin - Diamond Earrings - Saks.com	Jorge Morales Cuff with Chain - shopbop.com
Saks.com - Lida Baday Radzmir Bomber Jacket	La Gar�onne
J Brand 10" Ankle Skinny Stretch Jean - shopbop.com	L'Autre Chose Shoes Two Band Flat Sandal with Metal Discs - shopbop.com	Marc Jacobs - Parker Leather Tote - Saks.com

Look # 3, created by maria212134, is perfectly laid-back: The off-shoulder top and fitted fleece jacket look so comfortable.

INTERMIX - Tom Binns Wavy Bangle: Silver	Miss Sixty \| Miss Sixty Secret Key Charm Hoop Earrings at ASOS
MARC by Marc Jacobs Totally Turn-Lock Heidi Satchel�-� Handbags�-� Neiman Marcus	Loeffler Randall - Patent Cut-Out Peep Toe Flat - eLUXURY
Mike & Chris Zip Front Fleece Jacket - - Nordstrom	Rachel Pally Print Off the Shoulder Top - shopbop.com	J Brand 10" Ankle Skinny Stretch Jean - shopbop.com

How would YOU Wear It? Rihanna

FabSugar — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 07:58:33 -0700

I give Rihanna a lot of props for making bold fashion choices. But sometimes, they're too bold for my taste. Here, at MTV's TRL, the singer looks like she stepped out of a bad 80's music video. Individually, the pieces in her outfit are nice. Take for example the loose black and white tiger-print blouse: it's very chic and flattering. But paired with bright yellow skinny jeans, it can be too much. The larger-than-life gold earrings Rihanna is sporting are also way out there. They don't suit her jagged haircut and they're just too big for her tiny head.
I would have done a lot of things differently, so bear with me. I would have first ditched the enormous earrings and white patent pumps. I would have saved the blouse for a more chi-chi event. I would have kept on the yellow skinnies because they're appropriate for TRL. On top, I would have worn a simple tight grey tee and on my feet, I would have worn white peep-toe pumps. I would have also opted for silver jewelry! How would YOU wear it?

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Look of The Day: Almost Spring

FabSugar — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 03:22:22 -0700

For some, Spring has arrived, but let's not forget that for some more it is almost Spring. painfullyhip knows that all you need to Spring-ify a look is to layer and add some color!

She is today's Look Book Look of the Day!

Here's what she's wearing:

Baby blue cropped peacoat: Saks Outlet
White empire waist V-neck: Hangers Discount Store
Grey skinny jeans: Target
White ankle strap flats: Army and Navy
Gauzy yellow scarf: Hippie drum shop
Grey ruched leather clutch: Vintage

Congrats painfullyhip!

Everyone else, submit your looks and vote on your favorite ones today! I just might feature you on FabSugar! Do you live overseas and have fab outfits to share? Join the Overseas Fashionistas Group and to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.