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Protect Your Most Valuable Collection: Your Shoes!

FabSugar — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 16:35:07 -0700

Every time I open up my closet door, I feel a little twinge of guilt. My precious shoe collection, that is most likely worth more than my wardrobe, is strewn haphazardly all over the floor! Every morning I tell myself I need to be more responsible and every once in a while I do get inspired, I put the fragile ones in their boxes, I line them all up nicely on the floor, but soon enough they are a mess again. For this reason I am excited to try these clear plastic shoe boxes from The Container Store.

According to The Container Store:

We use the clearest, virtually unbreakable plastic available to create a box that keeps your shoes visible while they're being protected. The remarkable simplicity of the design allows you to securely stack the boxes for efficiency, yet access your shoes with ease.

The handy little things are $1.99 each or $34.00 for a case of 20. Available here

Happy Organizing!

Organic Cotton, Now in Ball Form

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Oct 2006 16:21:52 -0700

We've already told you why it's important to buy organic cotton in regard to denim, and now, you can buy an organic variety of cotton balls as well. These Organic Essentials Triple Size Cotton Balls are made from 100 percent certified organic cotton and whitened with hydrogen peroxide instead of chlorine bleach. They're just as soft as regular cotton balls, but in this case, you won't be contributing to the pesticide-heavy farming that goes into conventional cotton. (Though cotton represents just 3 percent of the world's crop production, it eats up an estimated 12 percent of all pesticides.) You can buy a pack of 100 here for $3.49

Simply Fab: Purse Organizer Extraordinaire

FabSugar — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 16:30:33 -0700

This Joey Junior Purse Mate Purse Organizer, $20 for leather; $25 for suede, is definitely worth checking out, especially if you're a slave to your purse like I am. No matter how much of a clean freak you are, things tend to get lost in a large bag. That's where this purse organizer comes in handy. Separate your goods in pockets, as shown, and watch how easy it'll be to find your cell phone the next time it rings.

If you're into small bags and don't have a lot of stuff, the Mini Purse Organizer, $15, is another option.

Trend Alert: Organic Denim

FabSugar — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 08:30:33 -0700

Every fashionista should be trying to incorporate some form of organic fashion into their lives. Whether it's switching from plastic to cloth grocery bags, embracing everything eco-fashion-friendly, or simply keeping abreast of the changing fashion terrain, I think we can all agree going organic is a healthy direction for fashion folk alike. An easy foray into this evolution is investing in organic denim. Most of the offerings right now are pricey but at least you can feel like your jeans are doing the earth some good, and look good doing it!

7 FOR ALL MANKIND Organic Denim Bootcut Jean in Yosemite, $162	Elsom Organic skinny leg jeans, $160
Loomstate Denim Tote Bag, $99	Del Forte Calla Skinny, $195	Levi's� {Capital E} eco 501 Jeans, $245

Online Sale Alert! 10% Off Organics at American Apparel

FabSugar — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 15:00:22 -0700

In honor of Earth Week, American Apparel is offering 10 percent off organic items through May 1. My favorite tee is the Organic Fine Jersey Short Sleeve Tee ($14 originally, $15). This eco-chic tee is super soft and makes for a great layering piece. I know it's not a whopping discount, but you'll be saving the planet!

On Our Radar: H&M Expands Organic Cotton Collection

FabSugar — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 03:00:22 -0800

For Spring, H&M introduced an organic cotton collection. Due to its success, the chain retailer has placed a greater emphasis on organic cotton for Fall. The collection now includes underwear and outerwear for women, men, teens, and children.

Fear not: going green is not getting in the way of the fashionable and cheap styles we've all grown to love. "Naturally our customers are concerned about the environment, but it’s also important that garments are up-to-the-minute trend-wise. Romantic styles combined with sporty influences are key this autumn with the use of denim as a complementary fabric," says H&M's head of design Margareta van den Bosch. Great to know one of our favorite retailers is going green!

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The Honeymoon's Over: How to Organize Your New Couple's Closet

FabSugar — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:00:22 -0700

If you're a traditional gal, chances are you won't move in with your husband-to-be until he is, well, your husband. Sorry to burst your love bubble, but living together means sharing a closet - gasp! For any gal who is overly protective of her clothes (present), this reality is downright scary. But don't reconsider your commitment now; I've got some solutions to ease your closet-sharing fears.

Since you'll probably be moving your clothes into a new closet, it's the ideal time to get rid of stuff you haven't worn in over a year. Honestly, if you haven't worn it in that long, you probably won't wear it again. Plus, even more reason to buy new stuff!
There's nothing like hanging your lovely clothes on pretty and scented hangers. Buy a bunch and you'll keep your section of the closet ultra feminine.
You can barely count how many handbags you own. It's OK - that's why buying a hanging purse organizer is useful. If your husband finds your purses lying on the floor, he won't get that you and your bags are inseparable. And if that happens, you won't be able to defend yourself when buy that new bag to have.

To learn more closet-sharing tips, read more

Color coordinating. Since menswear is in vogue, you don't want to run the risk of mixing your clothes up with your hubby. My solution? Color code your entire wardrobe. Start with dark colors (black, navy blue); then move on to neutrals (white, creme, heather gray); finally, get into the colors (fuchsia, orange, yellow). I like to create a little closet rainbow.
Get some hanger tags that let you know how many times you've worn your clothes. That way, you don't over-wash, and in turn, ruin, your clothes.
Investing in a big jewelry chest is a must because you don't want your man messing with your gorgeous bling. To keep it out of his way, keep it on your dresser.
Drawer nooks are a great way to divide your undies and socks and to keep things nice and tidy.
Perfumed drawer papers are great for keeping your lingerie smelling fresh. Wink.
Though I don't share a closet (yes!), check out On My Way To a Fab Closet for inspiration.

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Fab Read: Shop Your Closet – The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Closet With Style

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Shop Your Closet: The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Closet With Style by Melanie Charlton Fascitelli ($14) is cooler than most humans I know; it had a party thrown in honor of its birth! The author, a closet expert, teaches you how to make a safe haven for your clothes so that you can, yes, go shopping in your own closet.

Expect to learn the following: how to clean out your closet, shop for items that flatter your body, make the best wardrobe for your lifestyle, rework your closet space, and store shoes and clothes so that they last longer. You'll also get schooled on how to consign your old stuff, keep your closet neat, and pack smartly. But wait, there's more. Who would have thought one could pack so much useful knowledge in 176 pages?!

Why Buy Organic Jeans?

FabSugar — Tue, 29 Aug 2006 10:43:17 -0700

You're probably not eating denim for dinner, so why should you care if your jeans are organic? There's actually a very good reason to buy jeans made from organic cotton. While cotton only represents about 3 percent of the world's crop production, conventionally grown cotton is responsible for an estimated 25 percent of the world's insecticide use and 12 percent of its pesticides. That means it has a highly negative impact on the environment and can contaminate water sources. Organic cotton, on the other hand, is farmed without the use of insecticides and other chemicals. Thankfully, there are a ton of premium denim brands cropping up that use organic cotton in their clothes. Here's a look at some of the most stylishly responsible brands.

Del Forte Denim
A portion of sales from these 100 percent organic cotton jeans, designed by Tierra Del Forte, go to support the Sustainable Cotton Project. To list a list of boutiques that carry Del Forte, click here.

Del Forte Calla Slim Jean, $190, available here.

Two more organic denim brands, so read more

Loomstate
This New York-based label uses raw organic cotton yarn to weave its jeans and tees.

Loomstate Mantra Redemption Jean, $180, available here.

Edun Apparel

This socially responsible clothing brand is a collaboration between U2 frontman Bono, his wife, Ali Hewson, and fashion designer Rogan Gregory.

Edun Penelope Flare Jeans, $114.90, available here.

Simply Fab: Handy Hold All Purse Organizer

FabSugar — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:00:22 -0700

I need to get me one of these now! Like a true genius, I recently bought adhesive wall hooks to hang my bags. Sadly, that plan didn't work so well; one by one, my poor babies fell to the ground.

This Handy Hold All Damask Purse Organizer ($25) will prevent purse clutter and preserve my bags. It's a win-win situation...my purses get a nice home while I get a neater room.