Dress Me Up: The Sexy Librarian


Updated 01/09/09 4:47 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 13 comments

Dress Me Up: The Sexy Librarian

I can never tire of the sexy librarian look. Is it the soft long cardigans? Or maybe it's the notion that you don't have to show a lot of skin to look sexy. Whatever it is, this look paired with some high heels, a la Burberry Prorsum's Resort collection, seems to do the trick. Note how soft fabrics and high heels keep you from looking frumpy, and yes, socks are optional! Shop This Look Read more

Trend Alert: Juicy Red Patent Handbags


Updated 12/21/07 4:45 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 21 comments

Trend Alert: Juicy Red Patent Handbags

The differences between a juicy red patent handbag and a super slick black bag are three-fold. Black is mysterious; red is in-your-face. Black is sophisticated. Red patent bags can teeter between sophisticated and déclassé. I prefer darker hues; when the red is too bright it's too much. Black is safe(er). A red patent bag is for the super confident woman. Are you ready for one? Speaking of Read more

Look of the Day: Ruffled Front Row


Updated 02/03/12 3:05 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Alexander Wang Pants Street Style

Fab reader BronwynNewport wowed us in a floor-skimming ruffle-front blouse; its soft, diaphanous appearance paired with its form-flattering sheer sleeves made for a chic Fashion Week staple. To go with the flow, she added wide-leg navy blue cords and chunky wedges to the mix. Her patent leather sailboat-shaped clutch was the icing on this front row look — just add a bold red lip and you're Read more

People's Choice Awards: Chloë Moretz


Updated 01/11/12 8:24 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Chloe Moretz at 2012 People's Choice Awards

We're completely smitten with Chloë Moretz's bold, ladylike look on the red carpet tonight. Not only did the 14-year-old actress walk away with the Favorite Movie Star Under 25 award — but she did it in style. Chloë wore an intricately woven Proenza Schouler frock, cinched at the waist with a thin black leather belt. She kept things simple (as far as accessories go) and opted for a pair of Read more

People's Choice Awards: Ashley Greene


Updated 01/12/12 9:38 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 4 comments

Ashley Greene at 2012 People's Choice Awards

Ashley Geene stepped out onto the red carpet in a custom leather and lace DKNY creation. Her onyx Jacob & Co. black diamond floral cuff, chandelier earrings, and black patent leather pumps lend a chic add-on to her edgier ensemble. And to complete the look, she wears loose, romantic waves and and a berry-toned lip color. What do you think? People's Choice Awards: Ashley Greene Read more

Celeb Style: Michelle Williams's Chic Red Leather Skirt and Stripes


Updated 01/11/12 9:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Michelle Williams Jason Wu Red Leather Skirt

We can look forward to Michelle Williams's glamour on the red carpet all award season, but we're especially smitten with this look, thanks to its accessible pieces and perfect styling. The My Week With Marilyn beauty gave a sexy red leather skirt a sweet spin while attending a luncheon in honor of the film, adding a tan and red striped Jason Wu shirt to her statement skirt. We love both the ease Read more

I Love Your ShopStyle: Mahogany Color of Fashion


Updated 12/27/11 3:05 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Mahogany Inspired Women's Apparel

ShopStylist Natural Born Styler showcases a deeper and richer color than brown – red-toned mahogany pieces. The structured scoopneck wool dress with leather skirt is classy and modest. Amp it up with a furry goat hair gilet, patent leather pumps, and studded leather clutch. Pull your hair back into a tight updo, wear minimal eye makeup, and a dark mahogany lip to channel the sophisticated, Read more

Manicure Monday: Can an at-Home Gel Manicure Really Work?


Updated 12/26/11 12:03 PM · Posted by · 7 comments

At-Home Gel Manicure: Review of Nutra Nail Gel Perfect Polish

Editor's note: see an update of how the manicure wore after seven days after the jump. Gel manicures are all the rage at salons, so it makes sense that someone would make an at-home version. That's exactly what Nutra Nail has done with the release of its UV-free Gel Perfect Gel-Color Manicure ($12). While the brand markets the manicure as a five-minute deal, in reality, I found that the whole Read more

Gwen Stefani Browses London's Frieze Art Fair With a Collector Friend


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Gwen Stefani at Frieze Art Fair in London Pictures

Gwen Stefani chatted with Russian art collector Dasha Zhukova yesterday at the Frieze Art Fair in London. The singer stepped out for a private exhibition, browsing the contemporary paintings on display during the festival's VIP day, in patent-leather oxfords and red lips. The festival gave Gwen a chance to go on a grown-up outing after spending much of the month hanging out with Kingston Rossdale Read more

Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2012


Updated 09/13/11 12:11 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Marc by Marc Jacobs: Spring 2012

Sport chic, '60s pop, and colorblocking dominated the Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2012 show, giving us a look at what we’ll really be wearing next season. We’re slightly obsessed with the colorblocked wedges and bold color that dominated sporty shapes, and we’re totally investing in the navy blue jumpsuit. With MMJ muse Elle Fanning in the front row, it's clear what the line is about: Read more