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Celebrity Style: Audrina Patridge

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 11:00:08 -0800

The Cloverfield premiere in LA looked more like a party for The Hills. Audrina Patridge was among the more conservatively dressed cast members present, and she looked simple and cute in her green Phillip Lim minidress. Check out the darling swirl appliqués around the neck. To dazzle up her look a bit, I gave her a leopard clutch and a funky bracelet.

Phillip Lim Pleated Swirl A-Line Dress - $595.00	ASOS Patent Mary Jane Platform Shoe - $64.89
14k White Gold Pave Diamond Stud Earrings (1/10 ct. t.w.) - $200.00	Anya Hindmarch Maud frame clutch - $450.00
Rachel Leigh Silver Prad Square Bangle - $165.00

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Fab Flash: Gucci Ups Its UNICEF Holiday Campaign

FabSugar — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 12:30:22 -0700

Every year, Gucci prepares a UNICEF holiday campaign, but this year, the company is increasing its efforts. First, it raised its contribution to UNICEF by 5 percent; consequently, 25 percent of the revenues from the sale of seasonal gifts will go to helping the organization.

Another addition is a special edition Gucci for UNICEF bag, which is the traditional Indy canvas bag with a special rosette design. The small version costs $1,990, while the big one is $2,350. Inside the bag is a card explaining to the buyer that she will be supporting the health of an orphan for a full year. To chat more about UNICEF, visit the Teamsugar group created by lady_coco!

The rest of the gifts and accessories will be on sale in over 200 Gucci boutiques from November 14 through December 31st. Happy holidays!

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Celebrity Style: Kate Bosworth

FabSugar — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 11:00:22 -0700

Kate Bosworth worked the rosettes in her Alice + Olivia dress while dining out with her boyfriend at Il Sole restaurant in LA. Another trend she was working was leggings. I would have preferred her bare-legged in this case because the dress is pretty enough to stand on its own. Despite the fact that the leggings deflower the look, she still manages to look fresh and youthful.

Alice + Olivia Rosette Tube dress, $297	Banana Republic Opaque footless tights, $17
Steve Madden Black Suede Pump, on sale for $25 (originally $100)	Carlos Falchi Large Metallic Python Envelope Clutch, $1,495
18kt Gold Over Sterling Silver Thin Cable Chain Necklace, $9	Lisa Stewart 5 Stone Stackable Ring, $92

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Definition: Rosette

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:40:33 -0700

Rosette

n. Roselike object, usually made of fabric to resemble a rose. Used to decorate garments or accessories.

Marchesa made rosettes popular as exemplified in their Spring 2007 collection. Celeb followers include Sienna Miller, who wore a Marchesa rosette dress for the label's 2nd anniversary party.

Get rosey in this Rebecca Taylor Rosette Tunic, $247.

Trend Alert: Big Blooms

FabSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:00:22 -0800

It's time to scout your holiday dress of the season, and how can you resist the sweet smell of big blooms? Leighton sparkled in this blue, brush-painted rose silk bow front dress with patent belt by Prabal Gurung. If feminine and frilly is your thing, this is your lucky season. Oversize rosettes and flower motifs are not only in style, but quite classic, endlessly pretty. I say go dramatic or go home; I'm sure Leighton would second my emotion.

Trend Alert: Wake Up and Smell The Roses!

FabSugar — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 12:14:00 -0800

While I know some of you aren't fans of smelling like roses, what about wearing roses? Rosettes and big bloomers were aplenty on the Spring runways, so get ready to wear your heart on your sleeve - literally. Here are a few of my designer and non-designer picks:

Rebecca Taylor Rosette Minidress, $372.

A few more, read more

Stacey Lapidus Bow Two Row Pearl Bangle, $88.

Charlotte Ross Rosebud top, $18.99.

Allison Daniel Designs Rose Cameo Ring, $60.

Fab Redux: A Rose Is a Rose Is a Rose Is a Rose

FabSugar — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 15:00:22 -0800

Time to stop and smell the roses!

If you're in the mood for girly, consider these vintage nude heels ($48), particularly if you're a size 8. They're from the '70s, and have a cute fabric rosette center - perfect for a feminine Spring frolic.

Trend Alert: Rosey Toes

FabSugar — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 02:00:22 -0800

I'm beginning to feel like my plain old shoes are, well, plain. After checking out twinkle toes and 24/7 flats, we know have the option of rosey toes. I'm on the fence; I've always had a love/hate relationship with rosettes and it seems they are blossoming yet again. They were all the rage last Winter and when I take a look at the suspects below, I have to say: I love some of them and hate some of them. Do they have you feeling rosey?

SATC Movie Sneak Peek! Carrie's Flower Power Dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 14:00:22 -0700

Behold, SJP's second outfit as Carrie Bradshaw, the movie! It's different from the green getup we saw her in a couple days ago, but equally unique.

This white number is extra dramatic thanks to the oversized flower perched on the shoulder, a throwback to SATC Season 3. I like this look, even though only Carrie could pull it off. Never a fan of rosettes or overbearing flower details, aside, the dress has awesome ruching and a splash of gold metallic...and what I adore most is the contradiction between the femme dress and the masculine shoes. And I spy a Barneys shopping bag!

How do you feel about this one?

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Herve Leger Asymmetric Rosette Bandage Dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:00:22 -0700

I don't blame the designers at Herve Leger for sticking to the recipe. The bandage dresses have taken Hollywood by storm. His latest creation, the Asymmetric Rosette Bandage Dress ($1,690), has me in a tizzy. I love everything about this dress except for the eye-sore hunter green rosette. It reminds me of a badly placed party streamer. What are your thoughts?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! 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.

Marchesa Strapless silk rosette dress - $2,740.00	BCBGMAXAZRIA Rosette Ruffle Cocktail Dress - $238.00
Robert Rodriguez Black Label black silk chiffon 'Cate' rosette one shoulder dress - $417.00	Adrianna Papell Rosette Halter Dress - $148.00
Moschino Cheap & Chic Rose-Print Dress - $995.00	Adrianna Papell Ombré Chiffon Sheath Dress - $188.00
BCBGMAXAZRIA Blue One Shoulder Draped Dress - $258.00	Sequin Rosette Dress - $34.99
Short Strapless Flower Homecoming Dresses by Mori Lee - $128.00	Oscar de la Renta Off-The-Shoulder Dress - $2,990.00
Decode 1.8 Metallic Rosette Empire-Waist Dress - $240.00	Silk dupioni rosette dress - $495.00

BCBG Max Azria Elicia - $200.00	Jessica Simpson "Emi" Slingback - $89.00
Giuseppe Zanotti Rose T-strap Sandal - $550.00	Miu Miu Suede Rosette Ballerina Flat - $430.00
Dezario 'Linda' Pump - $149.95	D&G Dolce & Gabbana Leopard-Print Ballet Flat - $365.00
Marc by Marc Jacobs Shoes Rosette Open Toe Pump - $485.00	Charles by Charles David Rosa Green Satin - Footwear - $100.00
Claudia Ciuti 'Tulipano' Sandal - $350.00	BCBGMAXAZRIA 'Elicia' Flat - $198.00
Steve Madden Suede flat - $69.00