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Trend Alert: Attack of the Silver Handbags!

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 09:30:30 PST

It has been a long time since I have seen something so bold, so much, so shiny, as the attack of the silver handbag. I am perplexed by the myriad of handbag options in this in-your-face color. I mean really, how wearable is a big, bold silver metallic bag? So maybe tasteless heiress Paris Hilton can sport one, but can the soccer mom (no offense)? And these aren't the only ones. I have also spotted new silver bags by Furla, Michael Kors, Tod's, Bally and Lambertson Truex. So take cover - we are under attack!

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(Row 1, L-R: Betsey Johnson, Gucci, Gucci, Versace)
(Row 2, L-R: Fendi, Chanel, Fendi, Emporio Armani)

To see my vote for the most wearable (and cheapest!) silver handbag I've seen so far,

Nine West Pocket Squared Hobo, $62.10. This matte silver bag delivers this wild trend in a subtle, totally wearable fashion. It is not gaudy or flashy, it's just right. And when the trend is over, you won't feel bad about chucking it to the curb (or not).

Link Time: Angelina Jolie's Leg Gets a Twitter, British Beauties at the Oscars, and More

FabSugar — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:57:53 PST

Angelina Jolie's right leg gets its own Twitter account - Fashionista
Stefano Pilati is out at YSL - is Hedi Slimane in? - HuffPost Style
Get out of town: seven chic weekend bags - Stylelist
The boys weigh in on some of NYFW's most interesting trends - The Fashion Spot
Home decor king Jonathan Adler launches a line of handbags - Styleite
Jennifer Lopez has a bit of a wardrobe malfunction on stage at the Oscars - The Daily Beast
Joan Smalls is the first black model to cover Vogue Italia in four years - The Cut
Milan Fashion Week bags: Prada vs. Fendi - Bag Snob
We think Gwyneth Paltrow would like Vince Camuto's Spring line - Lucky
Cameron Silver opens his MOCA exhibit - Style.com
Which British beauty's Oscars dress do you like best? - FabSugar UK

I Love Your ShopStyle: Geometric Mints

FabSugar — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:30:33 PST

ShopStylist pnklmnade is in a stylishly minty state of mind and we think her mood board is the perfect way to mix and match Spring shades with dynamic shapes. The light green dress exudes the impending season's light and breezy vibe, while the black Alexander McQueen leather blazer gives the look a structural edge. For a glamorous boost, pair these contrasts with a geometric pattern-inspired heel, textured Alexis Bittar bangles, a spearmint-hued clutch, and silver crystal-encrusted earrings. Since the ensemble is primarily based in pastels, don't be afraid to throw in a darker, boxier handbag for a final accessory twist.

Blazers by Alexander McQueen
Sandals at LUISAVIAROMA

Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 PST

Retail Therapy Avatar Style Award Winners Are Sillyphat and Loyaljz!

FabSugar — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 03:16:05 PST

We're featuring two superstylish avatar winners this week - sillyphat and loyaljz! Sillyphat, on the left, wore a black tee and cropped blazer with a fun, swingy feathered mini. Her peep-toe wedges and oversize crocodile tote make the look a certified winner.

Here's what she has on:

Skirt: Tory Burch
Blazer: Juicy Couture
Top: Gap
Shoes: Gap
Bag: Chloé

Loyaljz, pictured on the right, looks pretty and polished in a pair of wide-legged dark denim, a petal-pink tank, and a ladylike white coat. She accessorized with a structured handbag and silver aviators - it's a perfect look for work or play.

Here's who makes her pieces:

Pants: 7 For All Mankind
Coat: Juicy Couture
Top: 7 For All Mankind
Ring: Topshop
Bag: Topshop

Congrats sillyphat and loyaljz!

Want a chance at next week's sparkly trophy and 50 Pop Stars? Join our Retail Therapy Avatar Style group and submit your avatar's looks!

Transport Studio Returns Today With Another Art Sale!

Julia Millay Walsh — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 06:00:13 PST

Back in November, New Orleans artists Amanda Stone Talley and Hayley Gaberlavage launched a flash sale art marketplace, Transport Studio, as a forum for new and established collectors to offer a three-day discount on their fine art pieces. The first sale was such a success that Transport is kicking off another limited-time event, running today through Sunday, Feb. 13!

As they hoped, Transport is expanding by welcoming fellow artist friends to the studio and continuing to offer great discounts to collectors. This go-round, jeweler Gogo Borgerding, and interior designer Gerrie Bremermann join the troop with sterling silver cuff bracelets and stellar antique light fixtures, respectively.One of my favorite pieces in the collection is Grumpy Greta by Hayley Gaberlavage ($1,750, reduced from $2,500), which features an inquisitive, elderly woman who's a dead ringer for many a snoopy neighbor I've known in my day. I love the grassy greens, lilac-tinted pinks, and sky blues, as well as Greta's oversize "housecoat" and her sweet '50s-style handbag.

Meanwhile, I'm also lusting after Untitled by Amanda Stone Talley ($1,610, reduced from $2,300). The bright, abstract painting evokes dripping orange Creamsicles and sweetly scented lavender on a hot Summer day. What could be better than that? Only a fab art sale, I suppose.

Lulu Guinness Casts Her Spell

BellaSugar — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 15:00:53 PDT

Lulu Guinness is a quirky jewelry, handbag, shoe, linen, rug and optical designer. She's built her brand around a '50s-era, glamorous and edgy-yet-feminine style that has won fans in celebrities from Madonna to Katie Couric. The latest addition to her product range is a perfume called Cast A Spell.

The scent and packaging was inspired by Lulu’s fondness for magical, enchanting and even wicked fairy tales. The fragrance is a blend of sophisticated florals and woodland berries created from notes of frosted blackberry pulp, mulberry, red currant, iced lavender, lilac petals, davana, black velvet fig, amber, bourbon and patchouli.

The bottle-a dramatic contrast of black, white and silver-is meant to resemble a crystal ball surrounded by a thorn and leaf wreath. The collection consists of three eau de parfum sprays: 3.4 ounces ($78), 1.7 ounces ($58), and one ounce ($38). Additionally, there are Magic Dust bath crystals ($32) and a body lotion ($42). It can be found online and in the Lulu's London, New York and Tokyo boutiques.

Coach the Fragrance is Finally Here!

BellaSugar — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 10:00:26 PST

After many months of industry buzz, the American leather and durable canvas handbag company Coach has released their first ever fragrance. Appropriately titled, Coach the Fragrance, $68, it will be available for purchase on March 5th.

Coach and Estee Lauder formed a partnership to create this scent and they are expected to come out with more beauty products in the near future! Made from green mandarin, honey and sandalwood, the scent is a careful balance between sweet and woodsy. It is perfect for the daytime since it is subtle enough not to bug your co-worker in the next cubicle, yet strong enough to create a pleasant aura around you.

The fashionable bottle is made from rectangular solid glass with the Coach signature black and white “C” logo in the background; it has a splash of red enamel around the crown of the bottle. It also comes with the same silver Coach dog tag that adorns each of their namesake bags.

The fragrance is available in a 1.7 oz bottle for $68, a .27 oz purse spray for $42 and a solid perfume for $40. It can can be purchased online, in any Coach boutique nationwide or by calling 1-800-223-8647.