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Celeb Style: Ashley Greene

FabSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:22 -0800

Ashley Greene joined fellow celebs at the Tim Burton exhibition at MoMA - lucky! - looking quite fine in a D&G ensemble. Her outfit might look like a plain lace LBD at first glace, but look closer. The New Moon actress paired her decadent lace skirt with a shimmery sheer top and peekaboo bra. For extra spice, she accessorized with a cute ribbon belt and sophisticated pair of lace pumps. Striking.

Lord & Taylor Sleeveless Sequined Shell - $94.00	Sequin Lace Overlay Skirt - $27.80
CESARE PACIOTTI Closed-toe slip-ons - $240.00	The Sash - $16.00
Wave Sequin Clutch Bag - $65.00	Stud Earring - $12.00
Yochi Blue Ring - $45.00

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Celeb Style: Emmy Rossum

FabSugar — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:00:22 -0700

Emmy Rossum showed off her sweet side wearing a pleated jewel-collared cream dress by Temperley London at the US Open party in NYC. Check out how the embellished neckline adds a decadent touch while her rope belt injects funk factor. For adornments, the actress donned sassy gold Jimmy Choo sandals, stacked bangles, and a shimmery box clutch. Isn't she just the cutest thing?

Alexia Admor Sleeveless Beaded Trapeze Dress - $264.00	MICHAEL Michael Kors Braided Belt - $45.00
Jimmy Choo Lance Mirrored Sandals - $695.00	Ethnic Bangle Set - $8.50
La Regale 25440 Clutch - $70.00	Juicy couture Dazed and Coutured Ring - $88.00

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Fab Flash: Rachel Bilson Does DKNY Jeans

FabSugar — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:07:03 -0700

Last week it was Avril Lavigne, and this week it's Rachel Bilson joining the celebrity designer foray.

Rachel contacted DKNY Jeans to express an interest in working with them, and that's how her junior sportswear line, Edie Rose for DKNY Jeans, came about. The collection will include 15 pieces when it launches in September, including button-down tops, sweaters, jackets, tees, dresses, and dark wash jeans in a black, white, and yellow color palette.

Rachel seems dedicated to her designs: "This line is my main focus right now," she said. "I can't draw at all, so I won't be doing any sketches, but I am learning to sew. I think it's important to know more about the whole process of making clothes."

She named the line for her grandmother Edie, and Rose, a close family friend, because she didn't want to use her own name: "I want people to see these clothes for what they are, not just another line designed by another celebrity," she said. "I want the line to be taken seriously." From these first looks, will you be taking it seriously?

To see a few more looks from Edie Rose for DKNY Jeans, read more

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On Our Radar: Lord & Taylor Going Strong

FabSugar — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 03:22:22 -0800

Everyone from Gap to Target to H&M have recruited major designers to create less expensive lines for their brand, so what's stopping Lord & Taylor? Nothing. The department store tapped Tuleh (left) designer Bryan Bradley to create an exclusive line called Bryan by Bryan Bradley in April and the feminine and affordable pieces have already hit stores.

Cynthia Steffe and Charles Nolan are also part of the Lord & Taylor family; Cynthia is designing for the accessories department, while Charles offers affordable and chic clothes. Rumor also has it that the next designer collaboration may be with Peter Som. Fingers and toes crossed.

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Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:00:22 -0700

Chanelements: Lagerfeld solves the housing crisis - Refinery29
Lunching with Oscar - WWD Blog
Find the right bra - iVillage
Cruise Ship Cool: Carly's Chic Steals and Fashion Deals of the Week - Fashiontribes
Read their lips - W Magazine Blog
Oscar de la Renta "Goya" bag giveaway! - Bag Snob
Karl Lagerfeld and Lady Bunny get down at haute couture - Elle Tell All
Love it or hate it: Nicky Hilton gets frilly - FabSugar UK
Mind the gap! Retail stints train Americans to fold obsessively - Jezebel
The whole truth behind Jessica Stam's "positive influence" on Mary-Kate Olsen - fashionologie
In the window: Lord & Taylor give it up for graffiti - Racked
Christie Brinkley: Marc Jacobs large Guinevere - Purse Blog
DIY: Prada resort earrings - Fashionista

Fab Flash: Michael Kors Dives Deep Into Swimwear

FabSugar — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:00:22 -0700

"Swim is such an integral part of my design philosophy. It's not about swimwear per se; it's part of my customer's lifestyle" Kors shares. That said, fans will be able to splish splash their way in Michael Kors' revamped swimwear line. A recent partnership with Swimwear Anywhere Inc. has enabled the designer to create an extensive collection of swimsuits for all beach loving creatures.

His first Resort collection, set to launch in October, will include a large selection of bikinis and retro one-pieces. The Michael Kors Collection will cost $90 to $140 at high end retailers including Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue while the better-priced swimwear collection, Michael Michael Kors, will be sold at Macy's and Lord & Taylor with items ranging from $84 to $110. I've been a long time fan of Kors' warm-weather wares, so I'm sure this will be a success.

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On Our Radar: A.B.S. By Allen Schwartz Does Jewelry

FabSugar — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 10:00:22 -0800

A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz is currently famous for its frilly cocktail dresses, but it's soon going to also be known for its jewels. The company has joined forces with fashion jewelry brand, Carolee, to create a Spring '08 collection of bling to complement A.B.S.'s dress and sportswear lines. The bold and colorful line is now available at select Bloomingdales and Lord & Taylor stores.

To see some more A.B.S. By Allen Schwartz jewels, read more

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Patricia Field Gabs With Fab

FabSugar — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 04:00:22 -0800

Ever wonder what goes on inside super stylist Patricia Field's bright red head? Lucky for us, she and I had a convo at the Mercedes-Benz Star Lounge about her approach to styling, the Sex and the City movie, Cashmere Mafia and where she does the shopping for all the clothes we know and love. I got an exclusive interview with her at Fashion Week; she spoke with ease and gave Fab many minutes of her time. Thanks Patricia! On to the goods . . .

It looks like the wardrobe for the Sex and the City movie is more dramatic versus the show? Can you explain how you approached the movie wardrobe?

I approached the movie with the idea that five years has passed since we last saw these girls in action. And we know these girls quite well so you have to come through with a truthful concept. You can’t just be, “Oh, let’s do this and let’s do that” because our audience knows these girls very well and you’re not going to put something out there that they’re not going to believe. Five years have passed, what has happened to these women in five years? There are some changes but it’s not a new person.

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So are they dressing older, would you say?

Some are, yes. And some are not. One might be dressing older, one might be dressing richer. There’s always a blend of old and new because they don’t change. Of course the pieces are different, but it’s the person behind the piece. She still wears a lot of vintage . . .

Tell me about mixing old and new, vintage and designer?

I love this dress (the white one with red flowers) for Carrie. it’s not designed by any name. It’s very much what all the designers are doing now - Lanvin, Balenciaga - the balloon. I found this gorgeous dress and I was like, “She needs to wear that dress.” She knows what the designers are doing today and she could wear the designer dress but not everybody can wear that dress because there’s only one.

Where did you find that dress?

In the collection of one of my assistants. There’s no label, it’s nobody major. That would be a dress you would find in a department store in the late ‘50s in the dress department, a nice department store, Lord & Taylor. But not designer designer - the dress department.

By the way Saks has a really good dress department up on the ninth floor.

What is it like working with these women? How much do you collaborate with them on their outfits

I always collaborate with them because the actor is creating this character and wearing these clothes so the collaboration is a huge part of the job.

So if they don’t feel comfortable in something? . . .

I would never insist on anybody wear something they were uncomfortable in. If you don’t feel that this is right for you, that’s not the way you achieve anything.

What are your favorite accessories and what is your signature Patricia Field touch?

My touch is mixing all the variables in a certain way - that’s my signature.

I’ve noticed you’ve been using a lot of belts.

I have been using a lot of belts now, and always have. I like the waist and the sexiness a belt creates. If you put a belt on the waist it makes you longer. The whole hip thing makes you shorter, makes you look squatty. If you put a belt up high you look taller and thinner.

What about jewelry?

It’s just whatever I look at and say it’s pretty. (Amen to that!)

Where do you find most of the clothes?

I find them everywhere, all around the world, in showrooms. I just call up people or people call me and they want to see their things. But it’s not only designer, it’s thrift store, it’s shopping. It’s getting a lot of clothes and putting together pretty outfits.

What was your approach with Cashmere Mafia?

I tried to watch it but it wasn’t on Wednesday night. I haven’t seen it yet! The basis is the same, you use logic and rational thinking but it’s a different project and different people. Lucy Liu is really fun to work with, she’s smart, she knows what time it is. Each experience is always different. It’s very exciting and that’s why I love it.

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Shoes, Shoes And More Shoes!

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 09:32:08 -0800

Want to know what the hottest, bestselling shoes are right now? I thought this spread in this week's Life & Style was a colorful, super yummy shoe story. We all know Glam-o-Rama Gal Christina Aguilera loves her Christian Louboutins so check out which other shoes are strutting off the shelves. What I love about this is there is something for every taste so take your pick! I happen to be on a shoe binge right now - I bought three new pairs last weekend. I was happy to see one of them on here: the zebra print ones from Nine West, though I got them in leopard print.

To see the new additions to my shoe family and since you can't see the print here very well, to see what all the shoes shown here are, read more

Black strappy heels: Cole Haan, Nordstrom, $275
Navy peep toe pumps: The Vantage by BCBGGirls, Lord & Taylor, $80
Gold flats: The Minnie, Stuart Weitzman, scoopnyc.com, $225
Zebra print ballet flats: The Erwin, NineWest.com, $79
Forest green and gold pumps: The Michael by Adaete for Payless, payless.com, $25
Brown and white platforms: Sergio Rossi, sergiorossi.com, $625
Emerald green buckle sandal: The Heron, Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com, $630
Silver flats: The Hepburn by Mia, piperlime.coom, $60
Red patent platform pumps: Colin Stuart for Victoria's Secret, $60
Black patent pump: The Orsen by Steve Madden, amazon.com/shoes, $96
Gray suede bootie: The Kadee by Aldo, aldoshoes.com, $120
Orange & magents flat: Prada, $390

I want to know your opinions on my latest acquisitions! They're mostly basics - I needed to replace and update, if you know what I mean. Let me know what you think!

Calvin Klein 'Randy 2' Boot, $179.95.

Nine West Erwin in Leopard, on sale for $69.99 (originally $79).

DKNY Vanessa Lace Up Vulcanized Pump, $225.