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Trend Alert: Couture Details

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

Believe me, if I could afford Diane's divine Chanel Couture dress, I would swoop it up in a heartbeat. Sigh, back to life, back to reality. The good thing is, we don't have to pay a runway price to wear such beautiful couture details. All you have to do is look for unique, extravagant embellishments via strong shoulders, unique prints, pouf skirts, lavish sequins, and fancy detailing. Check out my keen picks for the time being, until you train your eye . . .

Eva Mendes Shines in Chris Benz Paillettes: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:00:22 -0800

Paillette alert! Eva Mendes attended the Hollywood screening of The Bad Lieutenant wearing a Chris Benz multicolored, plunging paillette dress from his Spring '10 collection and Brian Atwood pumps. The dress is definitely eye-catching - different than what we're used to seeing her in. A few sparkles would do her good, but all-over paillettes are slightly overwhelming. And this coming from a gal who loves shine. What's your opinion?

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Pierre Hardy Paillette T-Straps: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:50:22 -0700

I have been anxiously waiting for someone to wear these tricked out Pierre Hardy Paillette T-Straps ($1,415). Behold, Rihanna did. And just the way I would - sleek black to let the disco inferno shoes do the dancing. Not in a while have I been so whipped by a pair of sandals. You too, or am I being silly?

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The Bag To Have: Prada Paillettes Clutch

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:00:22 -0800

Not too long ago I scored my first Prada bag. Sniff. It was at a consignment shop and it was an oversized mauvey brown ombre clutch. It's not a classic, but when it comes to accessories I like to cheat once in a while. It was still a splurge, but I grab it (often) when I want to add an avant-garde touch to my outfit.

It appears that bag turned me on to the novel idea of Prada clutches; this Prada Paillettes Clutch ($1,250) is not your ordinary sparkly clutch. The medium size is perfection, but the sparkling green row across the top is anything but typical. The mini paillettes are as Fab as they come. A real dazzler.

Celebrity Style: Liv Tyler

FabSugar — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0700

It's been so long since we've seen Liv Tyler all dolled up. She really should do it more often. At the NYC premiere of Iron Man, the actress sparkled in Stella McCartney's embellished, oversized dress. Her choice of footwear - grey suede strappy sandals - is fitting, because it allows a continuous flow from her dress to the shoes. Oh, and I love her dark makeup and new, short 'do!

Stella McCartney Paillette embellished dress - $1,595.00	Kenneth Cole New York grey patent suede 'Martini' sandals - $117.00
Nordstrom Pleated Satin Clutch - $158.00	Juicy Couture Bow Stud Earrings - $40.00
Simply Vera Vera Wang Sterling Silver Black Crystal Ring - $125.00

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London Fashion Week, Fall 2008: Christopher Kane

FabSugar — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 07:00:22 -0800

London darling Christopher Kane has gone mad for paillettes. While you will also see lots of sheerness in his Fall collection, the two textures complement each other brilliantly. Texture play is a major theme for Kane and proving to be one of his strengths.

The dresses are the winners here, with their fluid lines and interesting compositions. The separates - boxy jackets and flared skirts - are more wearable than previous collections of his. The jackets in particular have an armor-like beading that creates high drama. And those, paillettes; Kane couldn't get enough, and neither can I.

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Style Glossary: Paillette

FabSugar — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 15:00:22 -0800

Paillette

Of French origin. Shiny, flat round disk, larger than a sequin, sewn to a garment for decorative trim. Used on dresses, tops, sweaters, jackets, and bags.

Adorn yourself with this Plenty Frock! by Tracy Reese Eliza Brocade Dress ($220).

Trend Alert: All That Glitters

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:00:22 -0800

Whether you're 6 years old or 30, the holidays are the perfect time to revel in all that glitters. Given, I don't need an excuse to wear such shimmering objects, but maybe you do. Glitter is more understated compared to its shine sisters - sequins and paillettes - and so perfect right now. If I owned this Anya Hindmarch Glitter Clutch ($425), I would flaunt it morning, noon, and night . . .

Which Party Girl is Most Fab?

FabSugar — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 02:14:11 -0700

ICYMI, there were a flock of parties this week all across Hollywood. Demi Moore wore a burnt-orange dress with glittering broach to a soiree in LA; Rachel Nichols draped herself in a sexy white by Kaufman Franco gown for her G.I. Joe promotion; Katherine Heigl showed off her bright side in London wearing a paillette creation by Naeem Khan; Ciara donned a body-con dress by Herve Leroux; and Kirsten Dunst opted for a cute blue Miu Miu strapless minidress. Each beauty stuns in her own way, but which star shines the brightest?

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Levi's takes inspiration from the slammer in their new Fall collection - Refinery 29
H&M Fall 2009 ad campaign - Nitrolicious
Wendy Mullin likes to mix preppy and punk - The Cut
Hope for Lacroix - Fashionista
Phillip Lim for under $100! - Lucky

Marie Claire: Summer means moving where the men are - Jezebel
Street style: Omaha - Teen Vogue
Angelina Jolie's stolen clothing - Stylelist
Exclusive! Bottega Veneta Paillette Hobo - Bag Snob

Neo Romantic Sweater Dress - $34.00	Candice Sequin Dress - $198.00
Rachel Rachel Roy Dress, One Shoulder - $109.00	Nanette Lepore Divinity Dress - $388.00
Jill Stuart Short Strapless Taffeta Party Dress - $198.00	Princess Cap Sleeve Dress - $129.00
Karen Walker She's Cracked Dress - $184.00	Silence & Noise Strapless Velvet Dress - $68.00
Parker Puff Sleeve Dress - Black - $253.00	Knitted Sequin Dress - $170.00
Sexy One Shoulder Dresses by Sentimental NY - $130.00

MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Gina' Cardigan - $278.00	Christian Louboutin Declic Glitter Pumps - $675.00
Daytrip Feather Tie Top - $25.00	Glitter Dot Tights - $24.00
kate spade new york "Bisous" Ruffled Silk Blouse and "Julie" Glitter Tweed Skirt - $275.00	Crushed glitter magic wallet - $16.50
Sretsis Nutcracker Glitter Shorts - $341.00	Lippmann Collection Nail Color - $18.00
Belted Glitter Dust Tunic - $19.80	French connection "glitter glaze" tank - $78.00
Starlight glitter ballet flats - $125.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs Faux Bow Glitter Ring - $54.00
Anya Hindmarch Marano glitter clutch - $425.00