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Cheap & Chic: Black High-Waisted Shorts

FabSugar — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:00:22 PDT

While Miranda Kerr took her high-waisted black shorts on a tropical vacation, Lauren Conrad wore hers out on the town with an Alexander Wang top. It goes to show how versatile high-waisted black shorts are. They can weather extreme heat and go party hopping with you, too!

As exemplified by both Miranda and Lauren, you should tuck your top into your shorts, to show off the high waist. Just make sure your top is not too frilly or loud; the high-waist style is already a tad trendy on its own.

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Look of the Day: High-Waisted Shorts Done Right

FabSugar — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 13:00:22 PDT

We've all learned it's difficult to pull off high-waisted anything. But fifthofapril shows us high-waisted shorts done right. The key is to keep the rest of the ensemble minimal. And that's what she did with her white ruffled blouse, patent bag and shoes.

Here's what she's wearing:

Top: Inner Child
Shorts: Odyn
Shoes: Steve Madden "The Hot" Tortoise flats
Bag: Hayden Harnett Croc Trim Mercer Triple C Satchel
Bracelets: Grey & Black Vita

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Our Favorite High-Waisted Shorts For Summer

Hannah Weil — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:05:50 PDT

After spying high-waisted shorts on the runway - see Tibi, far left, and Adam's Spring 2011 collection, and then in some of our favorite editorials including a lovely Glamour cover with Freida Pinto, we got the hint - these shorts-up-to-here are too cute to pass up. For starters, we love that a higher waist means we can get away with wearing our cropped knits and tees, while showing off our stems. And, if you prefer to keep it more covered up, high-waisted styles are ideal for tucking in your button-downs and blouses - it makes your outfit seem sharp and helps create an hourglass figure. We've narrowed it down to 10 of our favorites, so just shop our editor's picks to start styling up your own pair.

Photo courtesy of Glamour

3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 2012

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:39:57 PST

Phillip Lim showed a bookish, workwear-inspired cool for Fall '12 - some of the models even carried briefcase-style clutches down the runway. The designer offered up tapered trousers, fitted blazers, and his signature slouchy yet structured knits, all playing into a pretty, polished glamour that's perfect for the office. The collection was a refreshing mix of youthfulness (bright pops of colors, sleek pointy-toe loafers, tiny slivers of skin showing) and an underlying note of sophistication (turtlenecks, contoured coats, high-waisted pants), bringing a sweet sartorial dichotomy to the art of Fall layering. Get the details below.

Trends: Knit blanket coats, subtle geometric prints and colorblocking, perfectly tailored trousers.
Colors: Black, white, red, bright blue, gray, taupe.
Key Piece: The wool patchwork coat with turtleneck; the mohair cape with white trousers.
Accessories: Leather belts, oversized fold-over clutches, metallic ankle booties and T-strap pumps.
Who Would Wear It: Women who want to look on-trend but professional at the office.

Victoria Beckham Fall 2012

Brittney Stephens — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:10:44 PST

Victoria Beckham's Fall collection can easily be described in one word: strong. The designer offered up her usual sleek, body-conscious dresses, but this time with a decidedly utilitarian touch. The military-chic collection was sexy, without being aggressively so, and was punctuated by belted waists, elbow-length sleeves, and high, collared necklines. Her signature slim-fitting vibe was still there, as were subtle nods to her family - Victoria mused that she "was in the kitchen one day" when son Romeo ran in with his baseball uniform on. "That's what inspired those bright sporty collars on the dresses," she told the Telegraph. Also, the loose beanies "were inspired by the ones David is always wearing," and there was even a handbag named after young daughter Harper. For the first time ever, David Beckham was front row for his wife's show, looking proud and excited while seated next to Anna Wintour. Get the full breakdown of the collection below.

Trends: Colorblocking, epaulets and gold buttons, belting, canvas panels.
Colors: Black, red, cornflower, moss, khaki.
Key Piece: The bright cornflower-blue zip-back dress; the dark khaki trench coat lined with python.
Accessories: Structured satchels, baggy knit hats, lace-up, combat-style boots with chunky baseball socks.
Who Would Wear It: Blake Lively, Kate Winslet, and, of course, Victoria herself.

Monique Lhuillier Fall 2012

FabSugar — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:01:39 PST

If there were any Oscar nominees in the house tonight, they're likely putting in their requests for dresses as we speak. Monique Lhuillier's Fall collection was filled with the kind of full-on dramatic glamour the designer's become known for - the kind that would light up any red carpet. This season, Lhuillier hones in on her craft with a dark, sexy tilt. Cutouts, black and red lace, and edgier leather accents gave Monique's girl a vixen-esque quality, albeit one with a hint of the retro-inspired. Models hit the catwalk with slicked waves and red lips to further the '40s feel; we get a sense of the era's sultry side and a touch of the fashion forward in leather bands and angular sheer insets and cutouts. She marries both classic glamour and a modern sophistication effortlessly in every piece. It's one gorgeous design after the other - a rich palette and a wash of embellishment, lace, or a thigh-high slit to amp up every showstopper. But even when the show closes there's a sense that it still isn't finished - part two will be seeing our A-listers take the looks to the red carpet.

Trends: Lace, leather, sequin embellishment.
Colors: Red, black, and gold.
Key Piece: The black, white, and red lace gown; the gold sequin-embellished pieces.
Accessories: Wide leather belts at the waist, ankle-strap pointed-toe Manolo Blahnik heels.
Who Would Wear It: You'll see it all over the red carpet.

Best Work Pants For Your Body

Lucky — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:58:41 PST

Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story on getting the right fit for your work pants from our friends at Lucky!

By definition, they’re not going to seem as fun as your red jeans or printed pants. But sensible and professional as they might be, there's no reason your work trousers shouldn’t be every bit as flattering.

To look taller . . .

. . . choose a pant with a hem that just barely skims the floor. It'll create the illusion of longer legs without overwhelming you in fabric. Labels that offer petite sizing - like these, with a 30" inseam instead of 33.5" - are probably the easiest way to do this.

Stretch twill high waist pants, $88, Ann Taylor, anntaylor.com

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4 Lazy Moves That Boost Your Health

Prevention — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:05:16 PST

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar!

You don’t have to go on a deprivation diet or spend hours exercising to ward off disease and be your healthiest self! Instead, try these supersimple tips
By the editors of Prevention

Staying healthy can feel like so much, well, work (think: logging hours at the gym and whipping up nutritious meals from scratch). However, there are plenty of small moves that you can make in your everyday life that will have big health benefits. We’ve rounded up 15 practically zero-effort ways to fight disease, whittle your waist, lower stress, and more. Bonus: many of these good-for-you moves feel good, too. So say sayonara to the old adage “no pain, no gain” and try these tips today.

Lazy Move No. 1: Protect Your Ticker by Snoozing
Need a good excuse to grab your comfiest set of pajamas and hit the sack? Skimping on shut-eye may do more than make you cranky or unproductive - it also boosts your risk of a heart attack. According to one Norwegian study, people who reported that they did not wake up feeling refreshed in the morning had a 27 percent higher risk of a heart attack, those who had trouble staying asleep almost every night in the last month had a 30 percent higher risk, and those who had trouble falling asleep almost every night in the last month had odds that jumped to 45 percent.

Twenty Ways to Sleep Better Every Night

Some researchers speculate that insomnia might trigger your body to release more of the stress hormone cortisol. High levels of cortisol have been linked with high blood pressure and diabetes, which are both risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Plus when you’re exhausted, you may be more likely to make unhealthy choices that up your heart disease risk, such as skipping your workout or reaching for fatty or sugary snacks for a quick energy fix.

Keep reading for three more lazy ways to improve your health.

Celeb Style: Jessica Alba's Bright Blazer and Flares

Hannah Weil — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:58:52 PST

With a smile to match her candy-colored brights, Jessica Alba gave us a glimpse into Spring fashion. She played with palatable pops of color on a sophisticated Lisa Ho blazer and Tibi blouse, then added a '70s vibe with perfect-fit high-waist denim. To finish, it's all about a cool crop of arm candy and a pair of gold-tinged platforms - though you can make this work right now with a seasonal pair of ankle boots. Feeling inspired? Shop our picks to channel Jessica's pulled-together style.

Alice + Olivia Elysee Blazer - $367.00	Bb Dakota Auburn Striped Tank - Sold Out
Marc By Marc Jacobs Standard Supply '70s Flare Jeans - $228.00	Alice + Olivia Savannah Platform Wedge Sandals - $295.00
Nicky Hilton Sterling Silver Spike Tennis Bracelet With Cubic Zirconia - $650.00	jen's pirate booty Peace Word Cuff - Sold Out
Helene Jewelry White Turquoise 18mm Skull Bracelet - $38.00	Ariel Gordon H Initial Pendant Necklace - $115.00
Large Polished Hoops by Lori's Shoes - $18.00

Look of the Day: Different Kind of Romantic

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 04:00:30 PST

An urban, boyish approach to romantic style, Fab reader bunniebar mixes sweet and light fabrics and colors with a sleeveless hooded sweater and high-waisted linen pants. Mimicking traditional, romantic features, her garments are made of colors like creme, sand, and light taupe and natural fibers like cotton and linen. However, the style is edgy and updated. She maintains the femininity with the platform pumps and sheer button down blouse.

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