Trend Alert: Posh Piping


Updated 03/12/10 10:20 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 4 comments

Photo of Kate Moss Wearing Piped Red Jacket and Striped Shirt in Paris

The first whiff of warm weather has everyone in a tizzy — even Kate Moss! The Super was spotted in Paris looking colorfully chic in a nautical-inspired ensemble. I love how she ditched her per-usual black separates for a striped top and red jacket complete with posh piping. This slick trimming can be found almost everywhere via skirts, pants, jackets, dresses, shorts, and bags. Like Kate, I Read more

This Just In: Goodbye, Phi


Updated 12/23/09 12:00 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Phi Label Goes Out of Business Due to Recession 2009-12-21 13:27:22

Sad — the fashion industry has taken yet another blow thanks to the recession. Phi, the label started by Susan Dell in 2003, is the latest to be affected. Its Pre-Spring line, which just landed in stores, will be its last. The Phi boutique in NYC is also expected to close down by the end of this month. "It's a really challenging climate right now for luxury goods. There is not so much Read more

2010 Spring New York Fashion Week Fab Roundup! Part 4


Updated 09/20/09 6:40 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

2010 Spring New York Fashion Week Fab Roundup! Part 4

New York Fashion Week is always a whirlwind, and it's important to stop and smell the fashion roses. In my final roundup, soak up sleek styles from Tommy Hilfiger, edgy chic by Kimberly Ovitz, and pretty musings by Erin Fetherston. Phi (pictured) was my final show — front row Traina spotting! — and it was every bit irreverent as expected. And the shoes, lace up booties fit for Burning Man, Read more

Trend Alert: Gorge(ous) Gloves


Updated 09/13/09 8:59 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Singer Lily Allen Attends the Form Launch Party in London Wearing Black Ruched Gloves

Gloves have a certain mystique. Then there's the upped glam factor when you slip into gorge(ous) gloves. Remember how screen sirens of yore seduced with their Hollywood waves and sexy satin gloves? It may be early Fall, but Lily Allen mixes things up in her black ruched gloves; with her dark shades she looks very incognito chic. The best part, depending on where you dwell: gloves are functional. Read more

Celeb Style: Emmy Rossum


Updated 08/01/09 4:46 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

Photo of Emmy Rossum Wearing Black and White Phi Dress at Orphan Premiere in LA

It's official. We have a girl crush on Emmy Rossum. At the LA premiere of Orphan, the actress showed off a stellar creation from Phi. This time, she kept the rad black ruching to a minimum and wore a black and white paisley print confection — I love the high neckline and structured shape. For footwear, the actress donned her favorite pair of Stuart Weitzman platform sandals. What a severe yet Read more

Fab Ad: Phi, Fall '09


Updated 07/21/09 6:47 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Photos From Phi 2009 Fall Ad Campaign Featuring Anna Selezneva, Sasha Pivovarova, and Natasha Poly

For Fall '09, Phi created an amazing ad featuring top blondes Anna Selezneva, Sasha Pivovarova, and Natasha Poly. Seriously, when the models and clothes are this hot, photographer Steven Meisel saw no need to add color to this sexy, slick campaign. Check out the beauties wearing Phi's divinely dark moto zip jackets, knit dresses, leather leggings, and sassy miniskirts. It's all very biker-chic Read more

Fab Ad: Phi Fall/Winter '08


Updated 06/09/08 7:53 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Fab Ad: Phi Fall/Winter '08

Phi has been alive since 2003 but the house just came out with its first ad campaign for Fall. Why did it take this long? The brand had a shaky start, but decided now is the right time to come out from under the radar. So who better to represent the brand than model-of-the-moment Coco Rocha and gorgeous model-pro Karen Elson? Isn't it interesting how the usually redhead Karen is brunette and the Read more