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Trend Alert: Sweet Corsets

FabSugar — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:00:22 -0800

Sweet corsets are back. This flattering cut can do you no wrong with its structured corset shape and romantic appeal. I also like how the light boning reminds me of old-school lingerie. I'm swooning over this Nanette Lepore Indochine Dress ($430); the juxtaposition between the sweet style and bold print makes for a radical frock.

Trend Alert: Tiered Ruffles

FabSugar — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:00:22 -0800

Ruffle me this, ruffle me that. You all went gaga over the frills of Spring last week so I thought we could fast forward this trend. Lately, I've been swayed by tiered ruffles. The master of ruffles, Valentino, shows how it's done (pictured). Who can forget Sarah Michelle Gellar's bubbly champagne look in vintage Chloe? Ruffle in the Winter, ruffle in the Summer, ruffle me all over.

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Celebrity Style: Lauren Conrad

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:00:22 -0700

Who tuned in for The Hills Season 3 premiere last night? While LC may need to control her opinions, she still looks fine. Take this gunmetal gray origami folded bodice dress and perfectly paired patent Mary Jane ensemble. Though the colors are cool, she still looks her prim and proper self. Opinions aside, this is one excellent look.

Mint by Jodi Arnold, on sale for $189 (originally $485)	Christian Louboutin Leopard Pump, $550
R&Y AUGOUSTI Sunsnake Ruched Clutch with Stingray Detail in Black, $385	Links of London 'Purity' Pendant Necklace, $295	Silver Bubble Ring, $69

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Designer Spotlight: MINT Jodi Arnold

FabSugar — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 09:15:33 -0700

MINT designer Jodi Arnold's love of sewing and design was so strong, it uprooted her from her cozy home in Birmingham, Alabama to the bustling streets of New York City. In 1999, Jodi made her dream a reality over a cup of tea in Paris, where she conceived the brand, MINT Jodi Arnold (Think she was sipping on mint tea?!) Since then, the designer has received the prestigious Innovators Award from the Cotton Council of America for her elegant and modern clothing with finishing techniques unique to vintage couture garments.

Lucky for us, Pink Mascara is currently having a sale on MINT Jodi Arnold items!

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Online Sale Alert! One-Time Sample Sale at Mint

FabSugar — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:11:11 -0700

Because not all loyal Mint customers can stop by their NYC showroom to check out their incredible 50 percent off sale, the company is doing a one-time online sample sale for its distant customers starting today! Pieces from resort, early Spring, Spring, and even some exclusive Summer items are all majorly discounted.

Take this Mint Strapless Tiered Top from the holiday collection, for example. It was originally $495, and now it's $345. An ode to Lanvin, no?

Fab Finding Follow-Up: A Ravin' Holiday Party

FabSugar — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:00:22 -0800

One of the best things about the holidays are the parties. This month, I plan on attending the traditional dinner soiree; an ugly sweater bash; and my absolute favorite, the holiday rave. I already have the first two outfits so I asked you to help me find a festive throwback raver look. Creative, but not too candy raver.

I started you off with this Gerard Yosca Green Charm Cuff ($198); it's a step above the usual rubber bracelets. Let's see what you all came up with!

Look #1, created by allourregrets, is raver approved. Punky and bright.

Jerry Sunglasses�-� Jimmy Choo	Andrew Marc 'Vienna' Medium Hobo
Sequin hoodie	Stuart Weitzman Riding Boots
Dionne Straight Leg Denim	Buddhist Punk David Bowie T-shirt �\|�	Gerard Yosca Green Charm Cuff ($198)

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Look #2, created by CocoChic, has all the neon elements. Love those Loubs!

MINT jodi arnold Ruffle silk tank	Burberry Keadby wide leg jeans
Christian Louboutin C'est Moi shoe boots	Forever21.com Black Clutch
Gerard Yosca Green Charm Cuff ($198)	Forever21.com Multiple Hoop Earrings

Look #3, created by Whiplash, is super quirky. And glow sticks - no she didn't!

McQ Multi-color stripe top - NET-A-PORTER.COM	Hudson dark blue lightweight wide leg stretch jeans at Bluefly
Dr. Martens 9733-14 Eye 2 Zip Boot - Free Shipping	Hatsinthebelfry.com: Christine A. Moore Brandi - Denim Fedora
Jill Stuart Tabitha Bag - shopbop.com	Forever21.com - Accessories - Disco Ball Necklace
Swarovski Crystal - Online-Shop - Jewellery - Pierced Earrings - Fever Pierced Earrings	Original Ring Pops Candy Lollipop (0.5 Oz)	6 Pack - Glow Sticks \| OldGlory.com

Trend Alert: Paperbag Princess

FabSugar — Fri, 02 May 2008 08:00:08 -0700

Yes, my Fab friends, the paperbag has reached runway status. It's up to you to decide if it will achieve sidewalk fame. Between you and me, I think it will. The name may throw us off, but the cinched style, most commonly found in skirts, is rather fetching. It can even create an illusion of slimming proportions. But, I do recommend wearing heels to achieve such a refined look, like at Rag & Bone (left). Cinch it up, suck it in, presto chango paperbag princess.

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Trend Alert: Textural Black and White

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Black and white has had so many incarnations in the past year. It's definitely evolved and it's still relevant - only today, it's textural black and white. Beading, ruching, sheer fabrics, feathers and all of the above, make for a black and white cocktail perfect for a cocktail party. Madonna knows it, and now you do.

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Trend Alert: One Shoulder Tops

FabSugar — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 13:00:22 -0800

I must share the exciting news: I found my New Year's outfit! OK, it doesn't involve a one shoulder top, but I bought one of those along the way. Back to New Year's: Be sure to look for it in my Look Book next year! As for the one shoulder top I got, it reminded me how sexy the bare shoulder can be, and this has got to be the perfect date or night-on-the-town top. So it may be a a bit disco . . . I've got disco fever.

Trend Alert: Off-Kilter Coats

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 06:00:22 -0800

Pea coat? Check. Retro tone coat? Check. Fur coat (no judgment!)? Check. If your environment calls for an active coat rotation, consider taking a chance with an off-kilter coat. These aren't your ordinary coats. These are unique, daring and fabulous. So maybe you wouldn't go as far as the modern cocoon on the Yves Saint Laurent Fall runway, but it's inspiring no?

D&G Dolce & Gabbana Sateen Trench - $895.00	Plenty by Tracy Reese Car Coat - $395.00
Calvin Klein Jeans Asymmetrical Dolman-Sleeve Cardigan - $79.50	DEBORAH SWEENEY Venus Coat - $520.00
Cynthia Steffe Lantern Sleeve Jacket - $525.00	Eva Franco grey plaid wool-blend 'Twiggy' coat - $429.00
Zac Posen Rain Coat - $2,900.00	Mint Jodi Arnold Tie Neck Jacket - $594.00
Juliana Jabour Granite Swing Coat - $380.00

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Mason by Michelle Mason Metallic Corset - $275.00	Temperley London Mini kaleidoscope dress - $1,295.00
Rosalind Corset - $69.00	Harriet Sateen Dress - $54.50
Laila Azhar Strapless Ruffle Hem Dress - $465.00	French Connection 'Cosmic Wonder' Corset Top - $128.00
Tartan Plaid Strapless Corset Sheath Dress - $310.00	Susanna Corset Top - $98.00
Mint Jodi Arnold Tatjana Mini Dress - $418.00	David Meister Satin Corset Dress - $368.00
Nanette Lepore Indochine Dress - $430.00

Plenty Frock “Mina” Dress - $330.00	Mint Ruffled Tier Dress in Sapphire - $484.00
Three Layer Tank - $98.00	Bianca Nero Chiffon Ruffle Bottom Dress - $175.00
Kay Unger New York Ruffled-Tier Strapless Dress - $450.00	Bianca Nero Tiered Silk Dress - $405.00
Juicy Couture Half Sleeve Scoopneck Dress - $147.99	Marc by Marc Jacobs Trumpet Vine Print Top - $248.00
Robert Rodriguez Pleated Ruffle Halter Dress - $320.00	Generra Ruffle Sleeve Print Top - $185.00
JILL STUART Strapless Cherry Print Dress - $430.00	Tier Ruffle Tunic - $19.80

3.1 Phillip Lim Paperbag Skirt - $275.00	ASOS Paperbag Short Culottes - $54.08
Rag & Bone Paperbag Skirt - $245.00	ASOS Linen Stripe Paperbag Short - $47.59
D&G Dolce & Gabbana Paperbag Waist Dress - $635.00	Converse® One Star® Paper Bag Dress - Wet Concrete - $39.99
3.1 Phillip Lim Silk bubble skirt - $415.00	ASOS Paperbag Pencil Skirt - $60.56
Manoush Paperbag empire dress - $290.00	3.1 Phillip Lim Cinched Paper Bag Dress - $375.00
Sutton Studio Exclusive Grommet Skirt - $58.99	MINT jodi arnold Pleated tweed skirt - $341.00

Magdalena Knit Dress - $22.80	Iisli Sequin Stripe Dress - $330.00
RM by Roland Mouret Mimas dress - $2,325.00	Beaded Bubble Dress - $89.00
Twinkle by Wenlan White Rabbit Zig Zag Dress - $363.00	BCBGMAXAZRIA Silk Organza Strapless Tiered Dress - $360.00
Sean John Printed Sequin Dress - $200.00	Descending Dot Dress - $128.00
Tahari by ASL Cap-Sleeve Dress with Polka Dot Print - $128.00	Notte by Marchesa Beaded Silk Dress - $750.00
Mint Jodi Arnold Bubble Dress - $495.00

Laura Dahl Martini Top in Quail - $187.00	Diane von Furstenberg Charmeuse One Shoulder Ruched Top - $230.00
Alisha Levine Lydia One Shoulder Tie Top - $197.00	Catherine Malandrino Bauble and Bead Ruched Silk One Shoulder Top - $425.00
Mint Jodi Arnold One Shoulder Bow Top - $341.00	Karoo Mark Eisen One Shoulder Tunic - $264.00
Lacey Parker One Shoulder Ruffle Cami - $245.00	One Shoulder Jewel Tunic - $24.80
Geren Ford One Strap Top - $304.00	Sweetface One Shoulder Ruched Top - $248.00
Kooba One-Shoulder Top - $225.00