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Celebrity Style: Blake Lively

FabSugar — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:00:22 -0700

Blake is forming quite a fan club and we can all see why . . . just look at her! She is the quintessential American girl. Blonde, beautiful, bubbly, and on her way to visit ABC's Good Morning America with the rest of the adorable cast of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2. There's always room in my week for a great jeans look. Blake made this her own by throwing on layered aquamarine beaded necklaces and natural cork wedges. As always, her hair looks amazing and her smile is dazzling. I don't know if I would have opted for a black bowling bag, but Blake makes it work.

Floral Trim Halter Tunic - $34.99	Antica Murrina Kiruna - Murano Glass Bead Necklace - $159.00
Gold-and-glass beaded necklace - $85.00	Miu Miu Large PVC tote - $995.00
AG Jeans Mona Trouser - $182.00	Donald J Pliner - Mala (Expresso Elastic/Expresso Antique Gator Patent/Natural Cork) - $219.00
Stone Ring - $4.80

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Style For Style: Halt-er Your Bra

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:00:22 -0700

I've never had major problems finding the right bra for a particular top, but I have a bigger-busted friend for whom finding the right bra is a constant battle. Over the weekend, she and I got ready together before heading out for a night on the town, and that is when I witnessed her struggle. She wore a halter top, much like this Theory Kensy Halter Top ($180). Having fairly large breasts, she stays away from strapless bras because they give her that unflattering line across her chest. She wanted to wear her regular bra but didn't want the straps to show because of the halter cut.

To see what my friend and I did to solve the bra strap problem, read more

Sturdy sewing thread, like this Madeira 18-Spool Sewing Thread Set ($29), is the answer to bra straps with halter tops. However, if you can wear a strapless bra with your halter top that is your best option. But if you get those funky lines that cut across your breasts, the following may work for you. Disclaimer: Make sure your halter top isn't one with spaghetti straps or a V-front. In order for this to work, it must be a mock neck or high-neck halter.

Wear your bra and not your halter top. It's preferable if your bra and halter color match just in case it peeps out.
Have a long piece of sturdy sewing thread (about 12 inches) nearby.
Take your left bra strap in your left hand, and your right bra strap in your right hand, and pull them both in front of you until they touch across the middle of your chest.
You may need the assistance of another person at this point. Grab the thread and tie it around your two bra straps, which are still in front of you. Go around as many times with the string until you feel your bra straps are secure across your chest. Cut the remaining thread so you have a clean knot.
Wear your halter top and you'll notice your bra straps are now hidden underneath the top because they are in the front middle of your chest!

Celeb Style: Jessica Stroup

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:00:08 -0700

Jessica Stroup looks smashing in fancy frocks, but at an LA party last night, she proved that casual wear is also her thing. The actress exuded retro by tucking a white V-neck halter top into high-waisted, black mini shorts. To modernize the look, she adorned herself with gold accessories, and wore yellow flats, a tan bag, and an oatmeal cardigan. Cuteness.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Seamless Basics Halter Tank - $48.00	Long Circle-Link Necklace - $24.50
Linen Cuffed Sailor Short - $9.99	BC Footwear Women's Streetcar Flat - $54.95
Silence & Noise Cocoon Sweater - $58.00	Z Designs Hammered Cuff - $26.00
Zoe DuFour Adjustable Gold - $138.00	Washed Twist Lock Holdall Bag - $55.00

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Fab Read: Junky Styling, Wardrobe Surgery

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:00:22 -0700

Those of us who can't stop into London's Junky Styling boutique should try the next best thing: the new book, Junky Styling: Wardrobe Surgery ($32), by founders Annika Sanders and Kerry Seager. First read about the store's unique history and its forward-thinking founders - Annika and Kerry started out making clothes to wear to clubs in the early '90s. Then learn how to re-create some of their popular garments: a shirt wrap halter top, a scarf made from suit sleeves, and so on. Get your tools ready and start performing surgery on those clothes that need a little nip/tuck.

2010 Spring Paris Fashion Week: Stella McCartney

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:00:22 -0700

This is Stella's party and she'll dress her women how she wants to! That's precisely what the British designer did, as friends like Gwyneth Paltrow and Charlotte Casiraghi looked on. Stella's Spring creations remind that she is a multi-faceted woman, full of life and passion for fashion. She continues to appreciate neutrals and lace, but is now also totally exuberant. The major show-stealers are accordion-pleated ruffles and bright, juicy colors like royal blue, fuchsia, and orange.

Parts of this collection reminded me of her past - crisp high-waisted trousers, oversized blazers, camel hues - but so much of it was fresh. A one-piece bathing suit, a developing Spring trend made its way onto the catwalk, as did dramatically sexy blouses, maxi dresses, lace halter tops, and mini boy shorts. A few denim pieces also took part, but in a less modern, more vintage manner. Whether you're feeling elegant, sassy, boyish, or shy, look no further than Stella Spring '10.

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Celeb Style: Jessica Stroup

FabSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:10:56 -0700

Jessica Stroup topped my list of fashionable eye candy at the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood soiree this past weekend. The 90210 cutie partied the night away in a sleek black halter jumpsuit and peep-toe booties. Check out her fresh accessorizing skills: stacked gold bangles, funky rings, hoop earrings, and a dark green clutch complete her sassy ensemble.

Premium Silk Halter Jumpsuit - $160.00	Belinda Leather Bootie - Web Exclusive - $149.00
Flat Hoop Earring - $14.50	Miu Miu Croc Embossed Leather Clutch - $300.00
Carolee LUX "Desert Moon" Metal Cuff Bracelet - $175.00	K. Amato Fremont Bracelet - $36.00
Erica Anenberg Double Finger Ring - $280.00	Alex Monroe Clover ring - $250.00

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Get Your Summer Kicks With ViX!

FabSugar — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:12:44 -0700

The Summer solstice came into effect on Saturday so what better way to kick it off than with a week of ViX bikini giveaways. Vote for Summer! All week long we're going to auction off fun, sexy ViX bikinis so tune in and keep your eyes peeled for our daily giveaways. Let's start with this adorable ViX "Rachel" bikini ($68) in Fab's brilliant turquoise color - peruse all ViX styles here. The halter top guarantees a sturdy fit and you know I love my animal prints.

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Fab Read: Madeleine Vionnet

FabSugar — Wed, 27 May 2009 15:00:22 -0700

"When a woman smiles, then her dress should smile too," said Madeleine Vionnet. I admit, I didn't know much about Vionnet until I read Madeleine Vionnet, by Pamela Golbin and Patrick Gries. If it weren't for Madeleine, dubbed the queen of the bias cut, gowns and skirts wouldn't be half as fluid and sexy as they are today. Not only did the late and great Madeleine create the bias, she also spearheaded the invention of the handkerchief dress, cowl neck, and halter top - wow. This book also features an illustrated chronology of her life and never-seen-before photos. It was kind of like stepping into a romantic history lesson on the creative mind of Vionnet. Cool.

Grammy Awards: LeAnn Rimes

FabSugar — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 17:54:22 -0800

LeAnn lit up the red carpet in her cerulean chiffon Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti halter top and full taupe skirt. The beaded ethnic detailing at the waist gives the outfit a unique twist - do you love it or hate it?

Vote on all of my Grammy Awards polls here!

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Grammy Awards: Leona Lewis

FabSugar — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 16:30:32 -0800

Shimmery, glittery, and gold is Leona Lewis's M.O. on the Grammys red carpet this evening. The crisscross halter top and body-hugging silhouette of her Randi Rham gown lend her look sexiness, while the floor-grazing hem makes it a little demure - are you a fan?

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