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Fab Styling Tips Inspired by LuLu's Spring Look Books

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:00:07 PDT

We can always count on online retailer LuLu's to deliver trendy cute pieces at affordable prices. Just released is its Spring look book, which touches on four playful themes: Geek Chic, Pattern Play, Little Lolita, and Discreet Charm. I went through and selected my favorite looks from each category, then offered a Fab styling tip. Click through, then shop your favorite pieces. Oh and if you haven't yet seen our styling tips from Anthropologie, check them out.

Lulu's, New Go-To For Vintage

FabSugar — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:00:22 PDT

The unworn merchandise at Lulu's is just fine - and cheap! - but now they've added a new vintage collection for their quirkier customer. I'm stoked because the buyers know what's up - that most women these days seek chic and cheap. So far there are about 95 vintage items, most under $50. Sequined tube tops, sweet velvet dresses, quirky blouses, and denim rompers are waiting for you . . .

Online Sale Alert! Bargain Goodies at LuLu's

FabSugar — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 12:44:22 PDT

You know what I love more than a sale? A sale on already-cheap items! On that note, I urge you to peruse LuLu's sale section. It's filled with whimsical dresses, skirts, sweaters, pants, shoes, and bags. I'm all about exotic prints, and this 52nd St. Dress in Black and White ($35, originally $49) fits that criteria. The sheer ruffle sleeves provide contrast to the busy print.

For more great deals, check out SaleHabit.com!

On Our Radar: Online Retailers Stock Fall Goodies

FabSugar — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:00:22 PDT

The sun may still be shining bright in your neck of the woods, but soon Fall will be upon us, bringing with it crunchy leaves and gusty winds. With the notion of seasonless dressing becoming more of a reality, investing in Fall pieces now is not such a bad idea. That way you can use now and later. A slew of online retailers have started thinking ahead by stocking Autumn goodies now, like this Pollini Cutout Ankle Bootie ($695). Get ahead while you can.

Shopbop - Great for boots and leather jackets.
Bluefly - Fall preview dresses and cashmere sweaters.
Urban Outfitters - Look for dark-hued floral dresses, sheer tights, cardigans.
Oak NYC - fashion-forward hoodie tanks, knot necklaces, and colorful fringed scarves.
Ami Ami - Good for sweaters and leather.

To see some more,

Yoox - Awesome designer capes and other outerwear.
Lulu's - Checkered coats and plaid dresses.
Bag Borrow or Steal - Regal purple purses and jewels.
eLuxury - Fall designer collections by 3.1 Phillip Lim, Proenza Schouler, and more.

Lululemon's Ivivva Athletica Joins Disney For Kids' Collection

LilSugar — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:01:25 PST

Shake it up! Now lululemon-loving mamas will be able to have matching mini mes, thanks to the new line of dance and athletic gear from ivivva athletica, lulu's line for lil ones. Inspired by the Disney Channel's hit series Shake It Up, the Spring collection has everything your lil gymnast, dancer, or budding yogi needs for her active lifestyle, in all of the same fabrics and cuts that you've come to love for your own workouts. With pieces ranging from $12 - $58, the new collection is everything moms who love matching clothes need to get their lil one's grooves on!

Pretty, Purse-Perfect Solid Perfumes

Miriam Lacey — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:00:13 PST

Solid perfume has been popular since at least ancient Egyptian times, and for good reason. It's eminently portable, won't leak, and the base makes for soft, skin-flattering scents that don't give bystanders a headache. Solid scents get a bad rap as literal one-note affairs, but the five following fragrances are as beautiful as the tins they come in. To see which scent you should be carrying around in your purse, learn more below.

Link Time: Christian Louboutin Sues Yves Saint Laurent

FabSugar — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:52:32 PDT

Christian Louboutin is suing YSL for putting red soles on its shoes - Vogue UK Daily
TypeF site review: does F stand for "fab" or "fail"? - The Budget Fashionista
Lulu Frost's new necklace, 100 years in the making - W Editors' Blog
Carine Roitfeld gets to wear jeans now - The Cut
Ladies, here is today's reminder to clean out your handbag - Purse Blog
Jessica Alba does Vogue Italia's April issue - Red Carpet Fashion Awards
The new, slimmed-down PS1 wallet - Vogue Daily

Check Out Lulu Frost's Beautiful Jewelry Collection For J.Crew

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:15:44 PDT

We've been eagerly anticipating the arrival of the new Lulu Frost for J.Crew collection, and now, the time has come! J.Crew just released its complete collection online and in stores just in time for Fall shopping. For her second collab with J.Crew, Lulu Frost designer Lisa Salzer created an art deco-inspired collection of bangles, earrings, and necklaces featuring Czech crystals and a bevy of bright colors, ranging from $45 for a thin bangle to $135 for a crystal pendant necklace. Peep our top three picks below:

We'd like this crystal-embellished thin deco bracelet in every color, please.
These resin and crystal appliqué earrings would add a striking touch to any outfit.
This crystal horseshoe necklace is a stunner. We'd wear it with a plain white t-shirt for maximum contrast.

Now check out the rest of the collection now.

Nice and New: Lulu DK For Neiman Marcus

Julia Walsh — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 07:00:34 PDT

Textile designer Lulu de Kwiatkowski's bold colors and handprinted geometric designs have long been a favorite of mine - as well as A-listers like Courteney Cox-Arquette and Diane von Furstenberg. So I'm excited to announce that the artist has debuted an exclusive dinnerware collection for Neiman Marcus. The store approached Lulu to translate images from her book LULU into china, and she wholeheartedly agreed! "China is a perfect medium for me to create my whimsical handpainted and collaged designs," she says. The collection is available at Neiman Marcus and Horchow and includes plates, bowls, mugs, and chargers with her signature hand-drawn, nature-inspired watercolors, bold patterns, and vibrant hues. Come take a look!

How to Publish Your Own Book in 2012

Kristy Korcz — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:40:45 PST

If writing a book is always the resolution left behind once the calendar runs out, make 2012 the year to finally get your novel out of your brain and onto the page. The fear of being rejected by publisher after publisher can set you back, but more than ever, self-published novelists are turning to ebooks to make their mark on their own.

Ebooks are gaining some serious ground in sales, even being recognized by the New York Times Book Review. It just goes to show that if you've got an awesome manuscript, you don't have to wait for a publisher to pick it up - you can self publish on digital formats with limited to no investment. Find out how you can get your ebooks on Kindles, Nooks, iPads, and mobile devices all around the world with the outlets below. Happy writing!

Barnes & Noble PubIt! - Easily publish your own books through the Barnes & Noble ebook store with PubIt! Just upload your files, and PubIt! converts it to an easy to read format that can be bought and downloaded to your Nook or other B&N apps, like the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and PC. Royalty rates range from 40 percent (for any book priced under $2.98 or over $10) to 65 percent (for any book priced between $2.99 and $9.99).
Amazon Kindle Store - Get your book sold in Amazon's Kindle store and nab royalty rates of 35 to 70 percent of sale prices. The Kindle Direct Publishing program accepts Word, zipped HTML, PDF's, ePub, and plain text files, and makes your book available on the Kindle, as well as other Amazon apps for the iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Mac, PC, BlackBerry, and Android devices.

But wait, there's more - see the rest of your options after the jump.