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This Just In! Simon Doonan and Jonathan Adler Tie the Knot

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 17:06:31 -0700

Word on the SF street is Simon Doonan and partner Jonathan Adler just tied the knot! The stylish couple have been together 14 years and signed the official marriage documents in City Hall of San Francisco.

What did they wear? Doonan wore a Liberty shirt, Barneys Co-op jeans, Prada v-neck, Hogan shoes, and Thom Browne velvet jacket, while his interior designer lovah sported a pair of Barneys Co-op jeans, Fred Perry Co-op sweater, and Adidas sneakers.

"I turned off the ringer on my BlackBerry. That's very romantic; it's a big deal for me to do that," said Adler. Congrats!

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Simply Fab: Jonathan Adler 'Specs' Needlepoint Cases

FabSugar — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 15:14:23 -0700

I was never fond of needlepoint; but I am always fond of anything the pioneer of Palm Peach kitsch Jonathan Adler does. These Jonathan Adler needlepoint eyeglass cases, $38, are fabulous. They come in other styles too, but this one is an ode to another thing I'm fond of: the theatrical rock band KISS. A crafty gift for yourself or others, these cases put needlepoint back on the cool map.

New York Fashion Week, Fall 2009: Barbie

FabSugar — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 10:46:48 -0800

It's not every fashion show you get to watch the designer watch their garment walk by them on the runway. That was only one of the many fun things about the Barbie runway show. As Bella agreed, the Barbie show was pure eye candy celebrating fashion's most plastic icon. Barbie has a three-year partnership with the CFDA, and is helping to bring you all of my and Bella's FW content, but the show was one of my favorites thus far. Virtually every designer put together something ultra imaginative inspired by the blonde doll. And, the front row was action packed: Heidi Klum, Jonathan Adler and hubbie Simon Doonan, Annie Leibovitz, and participating designers like Diane von Furstenberg, Catherine Malandrino, and Rachel Roy. Roy's black and white sequined bathing suit under a hot trench was one of my favorites, actually.Alas, I had many favorites; the fanciful looks just kept on coming. Here, Alexander Wang went the sexy route, Tuleh went all-American, and Bob Mackie beckoned oohs and aahs. Experiencing this show reminded me I am a Barbie girl in a fashion world.

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Best of 2008: Fashion Trailblazers

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:00:22 -0800

This year a handful of ballsy designers, celebrities, and industry insiders broke free from their comfort zones and undertook revolutionary projects. Diane von Furstenberg created a Wonder Woman of a collection, Viktor & Rolf broke runway tradition, and Barneys New York's Simon Doonan tied the knot . . . with his boyfriend! But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Read on.

Viktor & Rolf sparked a new virtual runway trend.
Rihanna became the Gucci/UNICEF spokeswoman.
Vogue Italia published its first ever, all-black issue.
Simon Doonan married longtime beau Jonathan Adler.
Victoria Beckham did it all. She created a dress collection, judged Project Runway Season Four's finale, modeled for Marc Jacobs, and signed a deal with Emporio Armani underwear campaign.

To see more fashion trailblazing acts of 2008, read more

Diane von Furstenberg created a Wonder Woman collection, a comic book, launched her "Women We Can" campaign, and hosted a fabulous post-show dinner at New York Fashion Week where yours truly witnessed the action first hand.
Net-a-Porter sold Halston's comeback collection the day after the show, signed an exclusive deal with London house Preen, and created a limited-edition trend book.
Karl Lagerfeld staged another elaborate collection and created a Chanel mobile art pavilion.
Gwyneth Paltrow did a mini movie with Tod's and launched a lifestyle website, Goop.Cute!
The controversial April Vogue cover with Gisele Bundchen and LeBron James was accused of racially stereotyping.
The 2008 Costume Institute Gala went superhero on us.
CFDA made major strides. It announced its fashion award winners (Congrats Womenswear Designer of the Year Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein), backed the model health issue, gave Alexander Wang the 2008 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award, and threw two huge events: 2008 CFDA Awards in June, and 2008 CFDA Awards in November.

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Fab Gift Guide: Young Couple in Love

FabSugar — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:00:22 -0800

Ah, young love, so sweet and envy inducing. They've finally found one another, and since they can't stop yapping about their romance, you know them too well.

This year, get your favorite Young Couple in Love gifts they'll both enjoy, like these Jonathan Adler Mod Model and Disco Dandy Pillows ($165). Not that they need another reason to spend quality time together. Ain't love grand?
Be sure to peruse all of our Gift Guides and download our Fab Gift Guide worksheet to help keep you organized!

Kenneth Cole Metallic Leather Condom Holder ($50)	365 Questions for Couples ($7)
L'Objet Concave Bowl ($175)	Macy*s Coronado 5-Piece Value Luggage Set ($150, originally $300)
Berkley Cashmere and Lamb Wool Throw Blanket ($100)	Nordstrom Gift Card
PVC Luggage Tag with Arrows ($12)	Vouchers for lovers ($8)

Fab Gift Guide: The Beauty Junkie

FabSugar — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 11:08:26 -0800

Oh the life of the Beauty Junkie. Next time you're at her fab pad take a discreet trip to her powder room, peek into her medicine cabinet and take notes! To see all of my gift guides, click here. To learn how to contribute you own fabulous finds to our Fab Gift Guide, click here.

Under $50

Jonathan Adler Petite Point Lipstick Case, $28, find it here.

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$50-$100

Smythson of London Lambskin Beauty Bible, 42 United Kingdom pounds = about $83 US dollars, find it here.

Over $100

Coach Signature Striped Vanity Case, $248, find it here.