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On Our Radar: Riller & Fount

FabSugar — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:33:33 -0800

If the thought of J. Brand denim makes you drool, swallow this: one of the co-founders of J. Brand is creating jersey dresses. The new line, Riller & Fount, debuts with five styles in three colors: chocolate, charcoal, and raisin, just in time for the holiday season. Then, foraying into lighter and brighter colors like adobe and plum for Spring. I'm a die-hard jersey fan - J. Brand too - put them together and it's a fashion dream come true!

Riller & Fount is available at Revolve Clothing and runs $110-$176.

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Fab Finger Discount: Seneca Rising Levi Minidress

FabSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:50:22 -0800

I've been eyeing this Seneca Rising Levi Minidress ($85, originally $121) ever since I saw Nicky Hilton wearing it with her rope belt. I adore how the comfy jersey cut is embellished with cool blue inserts and a cinched waistline. The best thing? I can wear it now with leggings and booties, and with sandals in the Spring - yay for sales!

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Donna Karan, For Infinity

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:00:22 -0800

I'm all about getting more bang for your buck. Why not invest in something that can be worn an infinite number of ways? Donna Karan's The Infinity Dress ($895) is one of those pieces you want to have in your closet. Just look below to see the fabulous things it can do. Yes, it's pricey, but when you consider that it can be worn at least 10 ways, it's not so bad. It also comes in red and pink, though black is sleekest. I can't choose a favorite - each one is more stylish than the last. And the jersey fabric means it's super comfortable, too.

Shop Fab's Fall Getup

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:00:22 -0800

You may have noticed I have a brand spanking new Fall getup - do you like? All my Sugar sisters have fresh looks, too. I couldn't resist sporting a draped leopard mini, some rockin' studded sandals, a sleek black trench, and a succulent purple Balenciaga bag. Curious to know how to shop it?

Here's what I'm wearing:

Burberry Wool Jersey Trench ($995)
J.Crew Jaspé Boyfriend Sweatshirt ($45, originally $50). This is sold out online, inquire with your local J.Crew store.
Bebe Leopard Ruffle Silk Skirt ($89)
Jimmy Choo Calf & Fishnet Ankle Boots ($1,095)
Balenciaga Arena City Classic in Raisin ($1,395)
Michelle Roy Long Multi Chain Necklace ($65)
AESA Black Diamond Studs ($225)
Forever 21 Twisted Bangle Set ($5)
Freestyle The Shark Red Watch ($55)

Stay tuned for rundowns of all the Sugar girls' new Fall outfits!

Which Good Hair Premiere Attendee Is Most Fab?

FabSugar — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 01:44:22 -0700

Gabrielle Union, Eve, Tracie Thoms, and Nia Long attended the Good Hair premiere in LA looking flirty and fresh. As the lights flashed, Gabrielle smiled pretty in a black and white abstract-printed dress; Eve posed in a silky brown sequin-embellished frock; Tracie kept it slick in a gray jersey dress and draped leather jacket; and Nia Long shimmered away in a low-cut sequin top and silk shorts. Four stylin' ladies, four sensational looks - which do you prefer?

Fab Exclusive! Rachel Roy Talks Fashion Week, Skulls, and Spring Collection For Macy's

FabSugar — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:50:22 -0700

Even though she was still recuperating from showing her namesake collection at New York Fashion Week a week prior, Rachel Roy continued to make us swoon with her beautiful brown eyes and fashion talk at the Macy's event. Now that you got the lowdown on Rachel's current collection for Macy's, let's talk about her upcoming Spring collection. We found out tie-dye, florescent colors, and fun prints will be present, along with an array of silky trench dresses. While speaking to her, we couldn't stop ogling the cute trench dress and snazzy, stacked skull bracelets she had on. Read on to hear all about it . . .

I saw your show last week in NYC, it was beautiful.

"Oh you were? Everything is such a blur. I was like whose show - did I have a show?"

I know. Everyone's like "How's Fashion Week?" I'm like, "Uhhhh, still recovering."

"I know, and I hate that because I love fashion and I want to appreciate every single second of it, but it becomes so emotionally draining."

So are you able to actually go to anyone's shows?

"No. I go to friends. Like Sophie Theallet is a dear, dear friend of mine and I love her. So, I went to hers and it was after mine. Also Ralph Rucci, I adore him. I think he just cuts and tailors like no other in America. His show was the day before mine, but I went because I adore him and I give him so much respect. But other than that, really good friends of mine. It can be a lot, so I just went to those two."

So what can we expect for Spring?

"That's a good question. So for Spring, it's just stuff I love. I love tie-dye."

Oooh, California influences!

"Yup, California! So I'm doing tie-dye jersey and tie-dye suede. I also have some florescent colors and prints. I'm a big print girl and I love mixing prints in an odd way."

To read more about Rachel's Spring collection and her take on skulls, read more.

Is the trench dress you have on from the collection?

"Yes, this will be available in Spring and will come in black and in khaki."

And I have to ask, who is this jewelry by with the little skulls?

"This is all me. It's available in November. This [skull] was my muse for jewelry. So I put him on everything. And you know how people say the evil eye brings good luck? I wanted to kind of change the idea that skulls aren't bringing you bad luck. Here, they're giving you good luck."

Yeah, like with the Day of the Dead.

"I really like that. It's my way of bringing good energy, ancient spirits. I don't want to put too much heavy stuff on these kids, but it's my little way of bringing them what I can."

Also, skulls are just cool.

"They can take it that way - I'll just go levitate over there (laughs)."

Photos courtesy of Drew Altizer

Who Wore It Better? Alexander Wang White Jersey Goddess Dress

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:00:22 -0800

It's Marisa Tomei versus Lindsay Lohan for the Alexander Wang crown. Marisa wore the designer's white jersey goddess dress to the Children Mending Hearts Gala in LA and opted to cover it up with a slightly longer black blazer. Black and white peep-toe pumps, a black clutch, and shiny diamond earrings add flair. Lindsay Lohan, on the other hand, let her dress speak for itself at an Oscars afterparty. She accessorized with a pendant necklace, a bracelet, and peep-toe wedges. Marisa's version is polished while Lindsay's is more disheveled chic. Who's style do you prefer?
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2010 Spring New York Fashion Week: Donna Karan

FabSugar — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:52:27 -0700

Upon entering the Donna Karan venue, you were put into a Zen state by loud, yet soothing, Annie Lennox music. My Zen was mildly interrupted by Milla Jovovich, in an awesome striped dress, who sat in the front row with Rachel Zoe and Elle's Joe Zee. These three were very chummy, cozy. But once the lights went down, the Zen returned. A Spring collection, as Donna's notes put it, "Inspired by the power of the elements - the sky, water, wind, sand, earth, and fire." Form-fitting crinkled pumice linen jackets and skirts gave way to blush-colored viscose stretch-matte jersey dresses and separates. A sky-blue gauze top and slip skirt were incredibly - sexy - sheer, light, and lovely. Fire was exemplified through fire coral shells, jackets, sleek pants, and the popular "envelope dress" - Karan made an airy envelope dress in almost every color. I wasn't keen on the hats, they distracted from the ingenuity of the clothes, but the teetering wedges and rubberized belts caught some complimentary looks. The white-jersey evening dress was unreal, and the fire-coral one (pictured) sent my heart a flutter.

For more light as air Donna, read more.

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Emma Watson to Design a Charitable Line

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:00:08 -0700

There were rumors circling in June that Emma Watson was to become a charitable fashion designer for UNICEF. Sadly those rumors were shot down, but it appears they weren't too far off-the-mark. Announced today, Emma Watson will be creating a capsule collection for People Tree, which will launch in February 2010.

Emma says of the collaboration: "I wanted to help People Tree produce a younger range because I was excited by the idea of using fashion as a tool to alleviate poverty and knew it was something I could help make a difference with."

As for the line, it will consist of jersey t-shirts, dresses, woven skirts, trousers, shorts, and knitwear for both men and women. The collection will also include embroidered bed throws (are you listening Casa?), amongst other accessories. All of the products will use 100 percent organic and fair-trade cotton and will be made entirely by hand by fair-trade artisans.

It sounds like beyond a pretty face, Emma's got a good head on her shoulders. Are you excited to see Emma's designs?

Photo courtesy of People Tree

2010 Spring New York Fashion Week: Vena Cava

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:00:22 -0700

Vena Cava always does things a little differently. Both in show presentation and clothing inspiration; that's why they are a growing fashion force. Vena Cava was at Milk Studios - where numerous designers are showing this time around - and I arrived promptly on time because I heard rumblings the designers were doing a runway show in lieu of their usual presentation style. They did both. It started as a runway show, models perched themselves around and on ladders, then it turned into a presentation - the best of both worlds. The Fiery Furnaces performing live were an awesome accompaniment to the modern, exotic collection. From marbelized prints, to laser cuts, to hints of skin, Vena Cava loves to play. But in a very sophisticated manner. A dress may be baby doll, but it's far from goo-goo-gaa-gaa in a sexy black-rayon jersey and metal safety-pin camisole. The palette was moody - black, brown, grays - but a punchy orange saved it from somber. The orange cupra jersey asymmetrical dress made my heart skip. Lisa and Sophie, the hotshot design duo, continue to experiment with separates. Dresses are always unique, but skirts, jumpsuits, shorts, busters, leggings, and tees were thrown into the mix. Accessories weren't forgotten; stylist Kate Young completed looks with Persol shades, Robert Clergerie shoes, and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. jewels. Vena Cava - where there's smoke, there's fire.

To see the entire collection, read more.

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