eBay Find of the Week


Updated 02/14/09 3:27 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 7 comments

eBay Find of the Week

Ahoy mate! Check out this cute Vintage Sailor Dress, size small/medium. The bright hue is quite infectious and makes me yearn for the warm Spring breeze. Sigh. Until the frost melts away, I suggest pairing it with black tights and booties. Don't you adore the oversize collar and white rope detailing? I do. The current bidding price is at $9.99 and the auction ends on Sunday, Feb. 22. Good luck Read more

Dress Me Up: Come Sail Away


Updated 07/01/08 3:00 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Dress Me Up: Come Sail Away

A pair of perfect navy blue sailor pants miraculously made their way into my life recently and have inspired me to bring out my inner sailor-ette, full force. The nautical trend has long been a part of fashion history — hello, Jean Paul Gaultier — but these perfect pants make me want to come sail away, and Shopbop's nautical selection is allowing me to do just that. Won't you join me on my Read more

Battle of The Hills Costumes: Madonna vs. Sexy Sailor Girl


Updated 04/02/10 2:24 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 46 comments

Battle of The Hills Costumes: Madonna vs. Sexy Sailor Girl

Our favorite reality stars, Audrina Patridge and Lauren Conrad from The Hills dressed up for Halloween! Audrina makes a rad Madonna circa the '80s. I love the pearls; now this is the right time to sport leggings. LC went for a sexy sailor look, hat and all. I like how she paired her costume with white over-the-knee tights. Both look cute but only one can go home with the Fab Halloween crown. Read more

Look of the Day: Sassy Sailorette


Updated 09/06/07 2:42 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 21 comments

Look of the Day: Sassy Sailorette

mocelebgossisme had dinner at a restaurant on the water so why not go dressed as a sassy sailorette? I love it when LBDs come to life with funky details like gold buttons and white piping. And I am lusting over those ankle-strap sandals...very Gucci! Here's what she has on: Dress: Bebe Shoes: Peluso Bag: Walter Valentino Congrats to mocelebgossisme! Everyone else, submit your looks and I Read more

Look of the Day: Sailor-ette


Updated 06/21/07 10:45 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 19 comments

Look of the Day: Sailor-ette

Fashionsugar looks so adorable in her sailor-ette ensemble. I love how she coordinated the red and white anchor tee with her striped bag. She looks like she's ready to set sail! Here's what she has on: Tee: Forever 21 Tank: Wet Seal Capris: Brooklyn Girl Purse: Charlotte Russe Flats: Rocket Dog Congrats to Fashionsugar! Everyone else, submit your looks and vote on your favorite ones today and Read more

Shop Our Easy Sportif-by-the-Sea Style For Summer


Updated 04/22/11 1:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get Classic, Sporty, Summer Style

Inspired by Lartigue's 1920s work, we're embracing the clean, sportif style — bold women in wide-leg pants and tanks, crisp one-piece swimsuits — that filled his photographs. It's like minimalism interpreted for the beach. How do you wear it this season? By finding clean silhouettes, natural textures, and minimal sailor details that relay beachy ease in the crispest way. Click our slideshow Read more

What's the Difference Between a Bun and a Chignon? Plenty, Actually


Updated 12/21/11 11:56 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

The Difference Between a Bun and a Chignon

People toss around the terms "bun" and "chignon" a lot, but are the two interchangeable? No, actually, at least not in English. "Chignon" is the French word for bun, but in its American and British usage, it's an abbreviated term, originating from the phrase "chignon du cou," or "bun at the nape of the neck." With the shortening and misappropriation of the French, it's easy to see why there's so Read more

Kate Middleton Wears Green Mulberry to Attend a Reception With Prince William


Updated 11/30/11 12:46 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Kate Middleton in Green Dress at Reception Pictures

Kate Middleton and Prince William made the rounds at a private reception hosted by Queen Elizabeth II in London today. The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Charles, and members of the media also attended the event, which announced plans for the celebration of The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in 2012. Kate made her latest fashion statement in a green silk Mulberry number, despite having been beaten by Alexa Read more

Sexy Seamen: A Look at Fleet Week's Finest


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Fleet Week Sailors

The Blue Angels are flying over San Francisco this afternoon, which means Fleet Week and hundreds of US Navy seamen have arrived in the Bay Area. Throughout the year, active military ships dock at ports around the country, giving the sailors a chance to explore the city's attractions. As for the locals, they're treated to military demonstrations and a batch of cute young men, and women, walking Read more