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fifthofapril and I are on the same wavelength. Here I am perusing the Look Book when lo and behold — she's workin' the sock sandals! The studded detailing is magnifique and so is the rest of ensemble. Cheers to one funky gal. Here's what she has on: Jacket: Old Navy Tank: American Apparel Skirt: Forever 21 Necklace: Kenze Panne Bag: Vintage Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters Sock Sandals: Read more
I wonder if Argentinean teenagers are the real trendsetters of the world. What am I mumbling about? I happen to have a pair of sock sandals that I purchased in Buenos Aires two years ago. They are black, I thought they were very Helmut Lang, and they were $12. All the funky Buenos Aires youngsters were wearing them and I simply had to have a pair. I wear them with thigh-revealing looks as I Read more
For a look that capitalizes on this season's sweet midi-skirt, look to Fab reader nadyagita to be your style guide. She's got the essential elements — a pretty pleated calf-length skirt, socks and sandals — but avoids going overboard. Just a turtleneck tee and a clutch finish it off for a style that's retro-inspired cool. Congrats to nadyagita! Everyone else, submit your looks, and I might Read more
Let's just say that finding something stinky or soiled in your suitcase when you arrive at a destination is not the way to kick off the vacation (especially if everything was clean before you left home). Since a smelly opening could happen to any of us, see five smart ways to keep your stuff safeguarded and staying great during the packing process. Separate your shoes. For flipflops and other Read more
Sarah Jessica Parker was out and about in NYC yesterday joined by one of her toddler twins, Loretta Broderick. The pair dressed in casual Fall attire, with SJP boldly pairing socks with her metallic sandals, and snacked on dehydrated mango slices. Matthew Broderick recently wrapped up press obligations for his latest release, Tower Heist, and following suit SJP will soon hit the talk show circuit Read more
While the socks-with-open-toe-shoes trend is a debatable topic for some, we kind of love it. It's perfect for these Fall transitional months and how it adds an extra dose of girliness to any look. The key to getting this look right is, naturally, finding the right pair of socks. We did the legwork for you and culled some of our favorite pairs ranging from the cutest tulle-embellished socks to a Read more
Jet-setters, backpackers, hotel aficionados beware — your carefree travel from point A to point B may not be so innocent after all. There are germs lurking on the check-in counter at the airport, on the subway seat during your morning commute, and on the ice bucket in your hotel room. If you've watched the movie Contagion, you'll most likely already be on high germ alert. Here are are five Read more
An all-star model cast including Karen Elson, Jess Stam, Arizona Muse, Karlie Kloss, and Lindsey Wixson hit the runway for Anna Sui's '40s-inspired Spring 2012 collection. With ladylike silhouettes, sweet, full-bodied prints, an electric palette — and turbans to top every look — Sui's Spring looks bright, polished, and marked with feminine charm in every detail. Nods to the womanly, the Read more
We spotted Emma Roberts channeling a more sultry version of socks and sandals while out in West Hollywood. Her version involved a pair of black thigh-highs, some serious leopard-print platforms, and a pair of short denim shorts. It's not a look we're used to seeing from Emma — and certainly a bold one for an afternoon — but after taking in the Fall '11 shows, perhaps she's feeling a little Read more
A sense of youthful fun pervaded Oscar de la Renta's Spring 2012 runway show. It was partly due to Justin Timberlake in the front row, the runway models' crimped hair, dewy skin, and sock-with-sandal styling, but it was mostly the clothes. Not driven so much by a theme as by a girl, a younger girl than de la Renta's traditional customer, who will be a little more playful with her choice of Read more
