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New York Fashion Week Trend Alert: Strategic Sparkles

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 03:00:22 -0800

I'm addicted to sparkle. No sparkle gets past me. On the New York runways I witnessed various strategic sparkles. Sequins, beading, pailletes, and rhinestones provided a mini punch strategically placed on shoulders, lapels, waists, and sleeves. This is the ideal way to tackle sparkle without feeling overkill. Shoulders were the most popular; notice the cool contrast of this black sparkly cluster atop Akiko Ogawa's femme pink sweater.
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Trend Alert: Multifaceted

FabSugar — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:00:22 -0800

You are a complex creature, so why keep your jewelry simple? Multifaceted stones provide plenty of brilliance to necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Fab says: pile, it, on. Or, notice how quickly a complex bracelet like this one can jazz up a simple heather gray tee. Embrace your multifaceted tendencies.

Come Fab Finding With Me: Girls' Night Out

FabSugar — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:00:22 -0700

All the recent wedding hoopla has got me itching for a girls' night out. I haven't seen my gal pals for awhile so I want to look my best as we paint the town red. We'll be hittin' up a couple of classy lounges so I need a sassy, sexy look.

I'll start you off with this Kenneth Jay Lane Disco Ball Ring ($77) because it's bold, sassy, and fun - just like me!

Let's go Fab Finding! Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with Fab's Girls' Night Out.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab-Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab-Finding missions.

To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. For a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar click here.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more

Active Endeavors
Banana Republic
Bluefly
eLuxury
Girlshop
Jildor Shoes
Live Natty
Neiman Marcus
Net-a-Porter
Pink Mascara

Trend Alert: Riddle Me Rhinestones

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 04:00:02 -0800

Since I can remember I have been drawn to riddle me rhinestones. I think that was an early sign I was going to always succumb to beautiful things and therefore work in fashion! The real beauty of rhinestones is that they are inexpensive, well, depending on what you get. But they come in a range of quality and price; as exhibited by the jewels on the Christian Dior RTW runway and our Look for Less. With the holiday season upon us, it's time to sparkle ladies!

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Burberry Ashcombe Clutch: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 11:30:22 -0700

What girl can resist a smattering of big jewels? Not too many I know. This Burberry Ashcombe Clutch, $620, is making me have second thoughts, though, which is quite the accomplishment. There's no rhyme or reason to the way the jewels are placed, and there's a little too much silver for my taste, between the gems, the hardware, and the top of the clutch. What about you, are you a fan?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Fab Redux: Get Rhinestoned

FabSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:00:22 -0700

Jewelry is all about the chunky and funky for Fall, so this vintage treasure could pass for new! The gold-tone teardrop backing is glammed up with three huge haphazardly arranged purple rhinestones. I love this pendant, because putting it on will take the simplest outfit and make it unique, easy as 1-2-3 rhinestones!

The current bidding price is at $7.95 and the auction ends on Sunday, September 30.

Gerard Yosca Crystal Link Necklace: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:30:22 -0700

This is some heavy-duty costume jewelry. Literally: between the heavy chain and progressively larger sapphire and purple crystals, this Gerard Yosca Crystal Link Necklace, $265, could way a girl down, if not paired with a simple, streamlined ensemble. I do like the jewel tone colors of the crystals, though, and if rocked right, this necklace could be quite stunning. What do you think?

To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Trend Alert: Bejeweled Wraparound Sunglasses

FabSugar — Wed, 09 May 2007 10:20:22 -0700

This Spring sure has been fun with everything razzle dazzling and biggie blinging. So, it's no surprise temple art has taken over sunglasses - even on a sporty shape like the wraparound. A great shape for oval faces, these bejeweled wraparound sunglasses take basking in the sun to another level. Starworthy yes, expensive yes, but when you wear a pair of these at least you can ditch the earrings!

Yes, I have a group dedicated to sunglasses. Do you share my addiction? Join SOS! Sassy Opticals & Sunnies!

Valentino Jeweled Shield Sunglasses, $340.

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Yves Saint Laurent brown oval rhinestone plastic sunglasses, on sale for $150 (originally $250).

Ferragamo Crystal Detail Wrap Sunglasses, $450.

Trend Alert: Razzle Bedazzle Rhinestones

FabSugar — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 12:19:22 -0700

OK, raise your hand if you had a Bedazzler back in the day? You know I did! Really, what girl doesn't want a little razzle bedazzle rhinestones in her life? I have always been a sucker for a little sparkle. While experienced Bedazzler is on my resume, I'm at a point in my life where I'd rather just buy something sparkle ready. Luckily, we can all feel like princesses this Spring with these rhinestone finds.

Stacey Lapidus braided rhinestone headband, $100.

A couple more razzle bedazzlers, read more

Sweetees grey ribbed necklace 'Guns n' Roses' tunic, on sale for $29.99 (originally $115).

Mystique Rhinestone Jangle Sandals, $150.

Dazzling Bedazzled Gifts

FabSugar — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 16:03:43 -0800

These dazzling wine stoppers make for fabulous hostess gifts, housewarming gifts or stocking stuffers.

They are available in rose or clear rhinestones and are made from handcrafted cork bottoms and zinc alloy tops. You can buy them exclusively for $38.50 each here on sale until 6 PM this Friday.

We have also previously featured a few other dazzling bedazzled gifts that you may have missed.

This is a practical gift made fun! Make carpentry look chic with this Swarovski studded tape measure.
Why not look groovy when you groove? These sugarlicious Suga Buds are a great and affordable sparkly gift for anyone who enjoys music.
This stylin' super luxe shaving brush is great for the gal who's got it all.
Another perfect hostess gift is a bottle of Moet's White Star Champagne. Why not make a toast with the most?

Faceted Manchette Cuff by Vera Wang - $1,550.00	Merona Chandelier Red Faceted Earrings - $9.99
Elsa Peretti® Faceted pendant - $550.00	Faceted Oval Three-Stone Necklace - $34.50
ABS by Allen Schwartz Faceted Drop Earrings - $95.00	Grosgrain bead necklace - $29.50
Faceted Hoop Earrings - $2.80	FINAL SALE Champagne Faceted Chain Necklace - $59.00
Faceted Teardrop Earrings - $22.50	Roberto Cavalli Faceted acrylic bangle - $310.00
Hematite Faceted Double Drop Earring - $24.00	City Style Faceted Tier Stretch Bracelet - $9.99

Erickson Beamon Fade to Grey Bracelet - $598.00	Lee Angel Jewelry Turquoise Square Stretch Bracelet - $83.00
Coiled Teardrop Necklace - $5.80	Kenneth Jay Lane Rhinestone Link Bracelets - $60.00
Philippe Audibert Wide Crystal Bracelet - $480.00	Bonnie Rhinestone Necklace - $6.80
Raspberry Rhinestone Cocktail Ring - $98.00	Rhinestone Hair pin - $4.80
Giles & Brother Small 3mm Rhinestone Hoops - $113.00	Rhinestone Bracelet - $7.80
Rhinestone Earrings - $3.80	Grey Crystal Oval Ring Size 7 - $30.00
Metallic Bangles with Rhinestones - $28.00