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Snap Judgment: Designer or Knock-Off?

FabSugar — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:44:44 -0700

Be honest about what you normally choose...

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Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:00:22 -0700

Betsey Johnson and Opening Ceremony collab! - Dazed Digital
Design Crush: Elke Kramer - Nylon
Top 5 shorts under $50 - The Budget Fashionista
Diane von Furstenberg and Gloria Vanderbilt reminisce, talk erotic books - Flypaper
Karolina Kurkova's new home - FWD
Paris' house of knock-offs - LA Times
The most scandalous billboards in NY - Huffington Post
Whitney Port's city style - Frugal-Fashionista
Wardrobe mistress: Coco Chanel on the big screen - Independent UK
The bling ring! - Grazia Daily
Bollywood bright designs - Page Six
Drugs, murder, sex'capades: the 20 steamiest scandals to rock the fashion world - Refinery 29

On Our Radar: Designers Inspired by Grey Gardens

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:00:22 -0700

If you're going to watch HBO's Grey Gardens, look forward to seeing a bevy of beautiful (and kooky) costumes worn by Drew Barrymore and Jessica Lange. For those of you who don't know, Grey Gardens follows the eccentric, isolated, and crazy lives of of "Big Edie" and "Little Edie" Bouvier Beale, aunt and first cousin to Jackie Onassis, played by Lange and Barrymore.

As for the costumes, they'll be dazzling since they mirror the Beales' unique sense of style. "You’re recreating iconic people. [The style] has been covered so many times and in so many different ways by designers,” said Grey Gardens costume designer, Catherine Marie Thomas, who also mentioned that many of the costumes were found at various vintage shops while others were virtual knock-offs from the original documentary. Such looks include a floral brown and yellow maillot worn by Drew Barrymore which is the same print as the original. “We were lucky that a fan of Grey Gardens had collected that bathing suit,” said Thomas. In fact, designers have been so inspired by this movie, they've created pieces replicating the Beales' one-of-a-kind style that spanned from the 1930s to the 1970s.

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Koolaburra by Kettle Black Ankle Fringe Boot: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 06:00:22 -0700

First there were UGGs and then there were all sorts of knock-offs. And they keep on coming. I adore fringe but not on these Koolaburra by Kettle Black Ankle Fringe Boots ($365). Since fringe is already a loud statement, it's too much with the chunkiness of the boot. I say UGGs should stay plain and simple. What do you think?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 12:10:22 -0700

Chanel knocks off Marc Jacobs who knocked off Chanel first - Bag Snob
Furry, Feathered, Fluffy & Puffy: It's the Fall Must-Have List - Fashiontribes
Styles that Stick: Black blazers - Styledash
these make me giggle - fashionologie
Is Eva Longoria’s Soccer Outfit a Hit or a Miss? - Off the Rack
Fashion buzzes in Neon Lights - Couture in the City
Hot in the Hive: Glamour Girl Rug - StyleHive
Top It with Tunics - Coquette
RebeccaBonbon, a French Bulldog character by Hello Kitty designer - Fashionably Cute
Free T-Shirt Thursdays: Graey - GenArt Pulse
Do Not Dress Your Child In Designer Clothes - Jezebel

Online Sale Alert! Up to 30% Off at Banana Republic

FabSugar — Thu, 01 May 2008 03:00:08 -0700

It may not be the height of Summer just yet, but that doesn't keep Banana Republic from touting their Summer savings through May 4. Up to 30 percent has been knocked off of cute cropped cardis, fitted city shorts, and even some swank Summer sandals like these Banana Republic Valentina Espadrille Wedges ($69, originally $98).

Cashmere Mafia Style: Best of the Best

FabSugar — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:00:22 -0800

Though I'm still skeptical about the overuse of wide belts on Cashmere Mafia, there have been some outfits worth knocking off. We're four episodes deep, so I thought it would be fun to compile a slideshow of the most Fab looks from the foursome thus far. Take note of Pat Field's impeccable eye for funky jewelry and feel free to imitate.
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Found! Whitney Port's Beaded Dress

FabSugar — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 15:00:22 -0800

The flapper-style dress The Hills Whitney Port wore while frolicking the streets of Hollywood with her girlfriends looked very familiar when I first saw it. No wonder; it's Topshop's Heavy Beaded Dress ($79, originally $257). This is not just any old dress though. It's a knock-off of a Swarovski dress that sold for $10,000 for The Prince's Trust. If you're in the mood for the roaring '20s, this is the best and most affordable dress for you.

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A Stupid Bag Tote: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 25 Dec 2007 03:00:22 -0800

It's safe to say that the hype around Anya Hindmarch's I'm Not a Plastic Bag has died down . . . until now. This I'm A Stupid Bag Tote ($10) pokes fun at the craze of eco-friendly bags. Still, one of these totes can replace over 700 plastic bags. Though I gave in to the original version, I won't be carrying the knock-off any time soon. You?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

The Look For Less: Balenciaga Giant City Bag

FabSugar — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 15:00:22 -0700

It's a known fact: Balenciaga's Giant City Bag (around $1,595) is one of the most coveted handbags. What's also a fact is the, well, fact, that most of us aren't millionaires. But what if we still want the bag? Good news...we can still get the look without the hefty price tag.

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There are countless Balenciaga knock offs, but I think this Urban Expressions Gabrielle Satchel ($52) is the best and most reasonably priced. It has the gold studs, the braided handles, and most importantly, the patent leather (or pleather in this case). Who said you have to be wealthy to carry a dazzling bag? Not I!