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Be Influenced by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen This Holiday

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:30:22 -0800

In their New York Times bestseller Influence, which we've been raving about since day one, the sisters take us on a visual journey of people - photographers, designers, artists, writers, icons - who have influenced them. Considering the girls have already embarked on several successful fashion adventures: The Row, Elizabeth and James, Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth and James jewelry, and soon-to-come Elizabeth and James shoes, I was curious to see what, and who, influences them.

The book is full of eye candy and insight into the lives of the two powerhouses. The photography and collage pages are brilliant. The Olsens conduct their own interviews with friends like Margherita Missoni, GIambattista Valli, John Galliano and each other. The book is fashion-heavy - it's fabulous. And, we are giving away eight autographed, yes autographed, copies so you too can experience Mary-Kate and Ashley's Influence.

To enter to win, just log in and take our fun Influence quiz. You do, however, need to be a TeamSugar member to take the quiz. If you're not already a member, register here for an account. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored. You must be logged in to TeamSugar for your vote to count. You have two weeks to enter so get on it! Contest ends Sunday, Dec. 7, midnight PST, and here are the official rules.

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Don't Forget to Get Influenced by the Olsens

FabSugar — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:23:22 -0800

This is just one of the 257 pages in Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's book Influence. Isn't it fun? There are several of these collage-style pages with the sisters' picks. Dig those dominatrix boots atop baby pictures - only the Olsens. There's still time to take our Influence quiz and win an autographed copy of the tome, so visit my original post to enter.

Freaky or Fabulous? PETA Protests the Olsen Book Signing

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:00:22 -0700

Many of us are influenced by the Olsens, be it Mary-Kate or Ashley. But clearly PETA isn't. In fact, members of the organization stood in front of Barnes & Noble in New York City's Union Square yesterday to protest the girls' book, Influence. They wore masks resembling the twins and held up signs insulting their fur-wearing ways. Do MK and Ash deserve this treatment? Tell me, is this act freaky or fabulous?

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Which Olsen Influences You More?

FabSugar — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 03:00:22 -0700

Who can you scribe has influenced you? The more I think about it, the more people I could pay tribute to. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen looked understated stellar at Barnes and Noble promoting their book, Influence. We can't wait to learn all about who influenced the sisters, but we've already been influenced by their style, and business, prowess.

No Olsen is complete without towering heels. Other than Mary-Kate's black double platform Yves Saint Laurent pumps, she chose a professional LBD. Bare legs do her justice and tousled hair is pretty and easy. Ashley stepped it up in gray suede platforms, The Row liquid leggings, and a silky white double pocket blouse. Both Olsens have influenced me, what about you?

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Fab Read: Influence

FabSugar — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 02:00:22 -0700

It takes exactly 272 pages to summarize Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's lives in their highly anticipated book dubbed Influence ($23). Featuring rare photos from the Olsens' private collection - some shot by famed photographer Rankin - along with exclusive interviews, the stylish duo unveils a side of themselves we've never seen.

The interviews will be with some of their favorite icons: "The most interesting, challenging, creative people we know - the ones who helped pave the way for us and our generation," said Ashley. Nab your copy on pre-sale today, I know I will.

Does Where You Live Influence Your Style?

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:50:22 -0800

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Fab Read: . . . Isms: Understanding Fashion

FabSugar — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:50:22 -0700

I'm always one to dig a little deeper when it comes to understanding where certain styles and fashions originate. If you're curious like me, check out the upcoming . . . Isms: Understanding Fashion ($12), by Mairi MacKenzie. In this cute, pocket-sized book, Mairi explores which fashions - such as Neoclassicism, Industrialism, Punk, and Existentialism - came first, and which trends will come next. Cool. Also included are her theories on how culture has played a huge role on influencing fashion cycles and trends. Why did '70s music trigger the popularity of dog collars and safety-pinned clothes - Sex Pistols, anyone?

Designer Spotlight: H Fredriksson

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:50:22 -0700

Some designers are influenced by art and nature, and others, like Helena Fredriksson, are affected by Ingmar Bergman's trippy, psychoanalytic films. Using sustainable fabrics and practices, the Brooklyn dweller visited the dark side for Fall, offering up a variety of draped dresses, moody Nordic-print tops, and avant-garde skirts. Her modern cuts are to die for and I'm entranced by her gloomy, romantic vibe.

To see more from the designer's current collection, read more

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This Week's Fab Favorite: Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:00:22 -0800

A while ago I said I hated taupe. Times change. I especially thought it wasn't a flattering color on blondes. Put two adorably stylish blond twins in taupe together and you have this week's Fab favorite. Mary-Kate and Ashley have been about town(s) promoting their book Influence. This week they were autographing books at Borders in Brentwood, CA. As expected, they complement each other while maintaining their individual styles. But this time they taught me to love a color I once dismissed. That, is the power of the Olsen.Ashley, always the slightly sleeker, wore a leather mini, a dark sweater, and a lush taupe velvet jacket. I adore the jacket; it's slightly vampy, entirely luxe. Mary-Kate loosened up in a silky taupe utilitarian dress cinched with a bright red belt. She loaded on jewelry to add some boho flavor. Both went the exposed leg route, better to show off their edgy shoes. Ashley in the new YSL double platform shoe-to-have and Mary-Kate in Proenza Schouler cut-out booties. I wonder if they still play sisterly dress up and get ready together - looks like it!

To see more of the sisters in action, read more.

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Do You Influence Your Man's Style?

FabSugar — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:34:33 -0800

Victoria Beckham influences her hubby David's fashion sense!

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