These Nautical-Chic Striped Dresses Make Us Want to Set Sail


Updated 04/01/11 11:22 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Shop Striped Dresses For Spring

Just when we thought we couldn't get enough of the striped-tee trend, three stylish celebs showed their stripes in nautical-inspired dresses. Alexa Chung styled hers with black tights and a chic trench during London Fashion Week, Sarah Paulson donned a thicker, slouchier stripe at last month's Independent Spirit Awards, and newly coiffed Brooklyn Decker paired her fitted French Connection frock Read more

Pimp Your Crib: Nautical Nursery Accessories


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Nautical Nursery Ideas and Accessories

Hey there little sailor! Nautical clothing pieces have won over generations of shopping mamas for their classic, French style and this season is no exception. We've seen a whole fleet of adorable sailor-inspired pieces for kids, but you can sneak the trend into your little one's nursery for a daily dose. Take inspiration from this full sail nautical nursery and add a hint of sea life to your Read more

Cruise 2011: Mara Hoffman


Updated 06/29/10 1:05 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Pictures of Mara Hoffman 2011 Cruise Collection

If anyone can make clothes fit for a cruise, it's print-master Mara Hoffman. This time around, the designer named her print "Electric Garden." The vivacious pattern fuses together acid green, turquoise, salmon, gray, and black; it's slightly trippy, yet totally pretty. Cuts range from signature maxis and strapless dresses to short shorts and cropped pants. This is the most daring look of all; the Read more

Fab Stylist of the Week Is . . . marcied23!


Updated 06/26/10 11:54 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

Online Stylists

This week's Fab stylist challenge presented a sassy Anja Rubik in sexy nautical gear. We asked you to reinterpret the trend for the masses, and marcied23 absolutely did. Her sassy sailor fuses a cheeky skirt with killer knotted Burberry heels and nautical-inspired jewels. The straw boater hat is freakin' adorable, while red aviator sunglasses bring in some warmth. Lastly, the navy buckled clutch Read more

Etsy Finds: Anchors Away!


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Nautical Theme Décor For the Home

Now that Summer is officially here, I can't stop thinking about pools, lakes, beaches, and any sort of water sport. While my eyes may be peeled for the World Cup, my mind keeps sailing away with the tides of the ocean. Come check out all the ways to anchor your home in this week's edition of Etsy Finds. Read more

Look of the Day: Mod Nautical


Updated 08/19/09 7:35 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 14 comments

Look of the Day: Mod Nautical

I've tried the nautical look, I've tried the mod look, but I've yet to do the mod nautical combo. Fashionave921 exemplifies this look to perfection with her thigh-high gray tights, blue jumper, and yellow cardi. I'm smitten with her saltwater sandals, and her white belt cinches the whole look together. Come back and tell us what you have on! Congrats to fashionave921! Everyone else, submit your Read more

Link Time!!!


Updated 06/09/09 1:56 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Link Time!!!

Nautical short shorts that will keep you afloat all Summer long — Refinery 29 Alexander Wang Resort 2010 collection — Nitrolicious Alice Temperley: If the shoe doesn't fit, design your own — Stylelist Would you wear bike shorts? — fashionista Becca's street-style inspiration — Lucky High-fashion magazines turning into low-rent tabloids? — Jezebel Graduate Fashion Week: Manchester Read more

Looks of the Week!


Updated 05/31/09 10:20 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Looks of the Week!

This week's Look Book showed signs of Summer — bare legs, short skirts, sandals. My favorites are sassy in Sydney, bikini babe, casual cute, edgy glamor, statement necklace, and sail away. I've long missed the sailorette look, that's why femmeriots's outfit stood out from the bunch. Read more

Online Sale Alert! Up to 75% Off at Cusp


Updated 05/04/09 1:15 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Online Sale Alert! Up to 75% Off at Cusp

Help! I have a case of the Spring shopping itch. Just when I thought I was done swiping my card, I come across Cusp.com. Right now, they're hosting a sale with designer items from the likes of Sonia Rykiel, Diane von Furstenberg, and Ali Ro marked up 75 percent off. I'm besotted with this crisp Phillip Lim Nautical Vest, ($165, originally $265). Tick, tock. Grab this sale before it's gone! For Read more