The Boots of Spring


Updated 03/29/10 6:46 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 28 comments

The Boots of Spring

While the Spring collections were applauded, by retailers and editors alike, for their bursts of color and various prints, I wonder how the boots of Spring will go over. My eyes zeroed in on these fierce boots models strutted on the Givenchy, Balenciaga, and Miu Miu catwalks. These elaborate boots are fit for warriors; or, for the wardrobe of a sci-fi film. I can definitely see the Olsens daring Read more

The Delicious Party Frocks of Lanvin


Updated 05/01/08 9:04 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 36 comments

The Delicious Party Frocks of Lanvin

I refuse to accept the fact that the European Spring ready-to-wear shows are over. So, I will continue to believe by sharing some more of my highlights; I'm sure you won't mind. Lanvin concluded Paris and what a grande finale it was. While the rest of the collection was magically inventive, and wonderfully wearable, these jewel-toned party frocks stole my heart. Words can't describe the Read more

Wish Upon a Paris Star


Updated 10/10/07 4:55 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 24 comments

Wish Upon a Paris Star

Paris really ended the fashion weeks of Spring with a bang. A big bang. A big bang where all I could see was stars. Not of the Pop sort, of the celestial sort. A sucker for a flashy motif once in a while, we saw Chanel's take on black and white stars — gorgeous — and bold metallic stars entranced on Pilati's Yves Saint Laurent runway. While Pilati's collection received lukewarm reviews, I Read more

Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008, Kenzo: Love It or Hate It?


Updated 10/10/07 8:46 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 25 comments

Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008, Kenzo: Love It or Hate It?

If the house of Kenzo knows one thing it's color. Ok, two things, prints too. While nearly everyone has attempted their hand at color and prints for Spring, this sequin dress was pure delight when my eyes met it. I think my pupils even enlarged a bit, from the excitement of the rainbow colors filing together in a sequin patchwork pattern. For some it may be too much, but for me it's pure Read more

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Alexander McQueen


Updated 10/09/07 11:07 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 14 comments

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Alexander McQueen

In a show dedicated to his discoverer, Isabella Blow, who passed away earlier this year, McQueen revisited some of his greatest hits. Architectural & fantastical hat creations by Blow's other big discovery and frequent McQueen collaborator Philip Treacy featured prominently — they were her trademark, after all. The whole runway venue even smelled like Blow, since a bottle of her Read more

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Stella McCartney


Updated 10/08/07 11:47 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 9 comments

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Stella McCartney

Stella has swept me off my vintage sandals — this hasn't happened for a few seasons with her. I don't know if it's the overall hippie feel, the flowing watercolor prints or the sharp, yet soft, khaki tailoring, but her Spring collection is beautifully feminine. With the lightweight touch that is Stella, her flower ladies were also in the company of easy breezy girls in neutrals and blues. A Read more

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Louis Vuitton


Updated 10/09/07 10:57 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 9 comments

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Louis Vuitton

Just in time for Halloween, Marc Jacobs has a naughty nurse costume for you. And that's just the beginning of a slightly mad, slightly amazing, Spring Louis Vuitton collection. Inspired by both the artist Richard Prince, see the nurses and the accessories, and SpongeBob SquarePants, see the colors, it's no wonder Jacobs churned out another crazed collection. For those of you who remember his New Read more

Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008, Dries Van Noten: Love It or Hate It?


Updated 10/11/07 11:13 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 30 comments

Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008, Dries Van Noten: Love It or Hate It?

Dries Van Noten's latest collection didn't lack any colors or prints. Though sometimes mixing too many hues and prints can lead a look haywire, such is not the case here. The funkiness seriously appeals to me and is especially refreshing amid a sea of safe collections. Whether this look is translatable to the streets is worth debating. Do you love it or hate it? To post your selections go to Read more

Posh & The Spice Girls Are Still Making Headlines


Updated 10/06/07 7:31 PM · Posted by · 36 comments

Posh & The Spice Girls Are Still Making Headlines

Victoria Beckham traded her sexy black number for a more modest (yet still gorgeous) green dress at the Chanel show at Paris Fashion Week today. Dita Von Teese kept her company (wonder if they traded beauty secrets) and stars like Kirsten Dunst and Kanye were also in the audience. As the big Spice Girl Reunion is fast approaching, we're assuming that Posh will be back with her girls soon to Read more

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Chanel


Updated 10/06/07 1:02 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 17 comments

Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Chanel

It’s safe to say we are all Chanel fans here. While Karl always has a field day with his Chanel ready to wear collections, he still manages to marry the heritage of the house with the modern day. For Spring we once again witness his magic. In a third sleek, third sweet, third sportif presentation, there is something for everyone. There was an underlying celestial theme — with a star motif Read more