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Trend Alert: Curvacious

FabSugar — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 03:00:22 -0700

I finally saw I Love You, Man and now Rashida Jones is on my girldar. She has a unique look and just seems like a cool, down-to-earth chick- and this is what her fashion choices tell me, too. At the LA premiere of Funny People she looked chic in separates. While her black and white tubular skirt is lovely, her curvacious blazer denotes modernity. Without the curvy silhouette, her ensemb would have been vanilla, with it, it's cookies and cream. See what I mean?

New York Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Hanii Y, Sleepwalker

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 02:00:22 -0700

Amid the Oscars and Ralphs, there is always new blood debuting at New York Fashion Week. I was already familiar with the house of Hanii Y, and was curious what the designer's first official presentation would entail. I also had the chance to meet the designer Hanii Yoon - who is half of the other design house Y & Kei, where she designs with her husband. It's a little confusing, but her vintage-inspired, crisp clothes aren't. They are sharply cut, colorful, and above all, unique. And you have to hear about her inspiration for her "Sleepwalking Park" collection - it's really interesting stuff . . .

This is your first time showing at New York Fashion Week. What made you decide to finally present?

When I studied in San Francisco (at FIDM) it was my dream. Donna Karan inspired me to become a big New York designer.

What is your inspiration for Spring?

Sleepwalking. I experienced the "White Nights" in Copenhagen, when the days and nights are bright - it's always day. When I experienced this it was like a dream and day and night blended together. That whole experience made me feel like I was sleepwalking the whole time. The blurring of colors and images, I mixed bright colors with monochromatic colors, masculine with feminine, hard and soft, the varying points are all put together. These (the white pillars in the pictures) are sort of like the trees. We created a white world out of this white night inspiration. This dream-like park, or forest, started with nature. It's fantastical, but also artificial.

To read on and to see more of the clothes, read more.

What kind of materials and fabric did you work with?

I loved working with leather this season, and also the organza. I really liked pairing these hard and soft elements together. It was very interesting for me.

Who do you envision wearing your clothes?

Someone who's confident. Someone who works during the day but at night she lets loose and enjoys being a woman. She captures both worlds. She wants to have it all.

What was your greatest challenge?

I just moved from Korea to New York permanently. And I was settling in and getting my bearings while trying to put together my first presentation for New York Fashion Week. But I'm really appreciative because I feel like it was a great learning experience and made me stronger.

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Trend Alert: Tulip Skirts

FabSugar — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 03:00:22 -0800

Designers have been playing with volume for seasons now. What was once a frightening trend has evolved into something modern and wearable. The easiest way to play with volume is with a tulip skirt. All you need to do is keep is slim or structured on top, depending on whether you want to go flirty (see Emporio Armani Fall '07 at left) or artsy, and definitely pair with some sexy booties. Tulips require heels to blossom, and your overall womanly silhouette will flourish.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Liza print skirt - $228.00	Lux Tulip Skirt - $48.00
By Malene Birger Florinda tulip skirt - $255.00	Erotokritos Cotton tulip skirt - $420.00
MARC by Marc Jacobs Tulip Skirt - $228.00	Hanii Y Tulip hem mini skirt - $305.00
Knit Tulip Skirt - $68.00	Paul & Joe Auplus metallic jacquard skirt - $532.00

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Celebrity Style: Hilary Swank

FabSugar — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 13:00:22 -0800

Actress Hilary Swank really outdid herself at the P.S. I Love You premiere in Ireland. Her white Yves Saint Laurent corset-top dress is one of the most ethereal we've seen her in yet. The golden accessories - the minaudiere, shoes, earrings, mesh bracelet, and ring - add a touch of shine and class. If this is how Hilary is going to dress from now on, then I definitely want to see more of her on the red carpet.

Hanii Y Lace ruffle dress - $560.00	AK Anne Klein - Halima (Bronze/Gold Leather) - $69.50
Minaudiere - Gold - $78.00	Tassel Chain Earring - $5.80
Pavé crossover ring - Gold - $45.00	Embellished Mesh Bracelet - $34.00

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Celebrity Style: Rachel Bilson

FabSugar — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 11:00:22 -0800

Rachel Bilson loves her boots. While out shopping with her friends, she stuck to what she knows best: a cute lantern-sleeve Hanii Y jacket, white jeans, nude boots, and a Zac Posen bag. A quintessential R Bils look, the petite actress is laid-back and stylish. I admire her wearing white despite the season.

Hanii Y High Neck Balloon Sleeve Jacket - $467.00	Wrangler Lillington Low Rise Straight Leg in Worn In White - $125.00
The Sydney boot - $79.00	Zac Posen Abbey Satchel - $1,500.00
Splendid Scoop Neck Top - $51.00	Alexis Bittar 'Organic' Tapered Bangle Bracelet - $120.00
Marc Jacobs Collection Retro Sunglasses - $240.00

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Celebrity Style: Kerry Washington

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 13:00:22 -0700

Kerry Washington always looks beautiful, but I really like how she mixed it up last night at the 2007 VH1 Hip Hop Honors. She set off her blue and white dress with bright punches of patent color. Yellow and orange are shaping up to be two of the hot colors for Spring, so she's ahead of the fashion curve there!

Hanii Y Strapless Mini Dress, $407	Wide Yellow Patent Belt, $19
Enzo Angiolini Thrill Pumps, $93	Rachel Leigh Chain Hoop Earrings, $66	Zambos & Siega Hepburn Clutch, $520

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New York Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Hanii-Y

FabSugar — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:34:35 -0700

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Rebecca Taylor Suede New Wave Jacket - $650.00	Hanii Y "Molton" Cropped Rose-Sleeve Jacket - $380.00
FINAL SALE Petite S/L Textured Vest - $49.50	Bailey 44 Osculating Curve Jacket in Black - $240.00
Qi navy cotton knit military jacket - $141.00	Nina Ricci Cropped satin jacket - $3,650.00
Helmut Lang Soft Draped Leather Jacket - $1,185.00	Nanette Lepore Colette Plaid Wool Jacket - $498.00
Proenza Schouler Shrunken Blazer - $975.00	Juicy Couture Over Size Wrap W/ Rib - $168.00
Silence & Noise Long Shirttail Cardigan - $48.00	Twenty8twelve Erin Zip Detail Cropped Jacket - $522.00