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Trend Alert: Posh Piping

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:50:22 PST

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 prefer my piping up top. The navy trim on her punchy jacket provides the ultimate eye-catching contrast.

This Just In: Goodbye, Phi

FabSugar — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:27:22 PST

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 confidence in that market going forward," said chief executive officer Julia Hansen. Let's take a moment and recap Phi's greatest hits, including its tough-luxe Spring '10 line.

2010 Spring New York Fashion Week Fab Roundup! Part 4

FabSugar — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 17:02:22 PDT

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, had editors whispering in the exiting elevator.

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Trend Alert: Gorge(ous) Gloves

FabSugar — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:50:22 PDT

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. Cold coziers start scoping out leather and cashmere; sun worshippers feast on lace and fingerless.

Celeb Style: Emmy Rossum

FabSugar — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:00:22 PDT

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 sweet look.

Sleeveless Black and White Floral Print Dresses by Renee DuMarr - Sold Out	Stuart Weitzman - Tijuana Black Satin - Sold Out
Burberry Isabel patent leather belt - Sold Out	Alexander McQueen Clutch - Sold Out
Made Her Think Stud Earrings with Spike Rhinestone - Sold Out

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

Fab Ad: Phi, Fall '09

FabSugar — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:00:22 PDT

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 with a sophisticated touch. Also, take note of the majorly teased heavy-metal hair - a nod to the '80s theme but not overly so. I like to call it posh punk.

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Fab Ad: Phi Fall/Winter '08

FabSugar — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 06:00:22 PDT

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 usually brunette Coco is redhead?! Shot by Steven Meisel, these ads are obviously inspired by the old Hollywood pinup era. Not only is there nothing wrong with that, there's something so right about it. You know Dita Von Teese would approve. Do you?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Emmy Rossum

FabSugar — Mon, 05 May 2008 19:38:33 PDT

I really like Emmy Rossum's Phi lace mermaid gown. The silhouette and floral print are unique together. And the black boning up and down is sexy! What's your verdict?

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