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Spring Peek: Sporty Spice

FabSugar — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:00:22 -0800

If one of your new year's resolutions is to get your bod in shape, aspiring to be Sporty Spice might help. Stripes, anoraks, shorts, cardigans, polos and visors - gotta love it at Michael Kors (pictured) - make for chic on-the-go looks that would make Coco proud. Even if you're not heading to the courts or going for a jog, you can have fun this Spring with the free spirit of athleticism.

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(L-R: Chanel, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Paul Smith Woman, Trovata, Reyes, Richard Chai)

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New York Fashion Week Trend Alert: Sportif

FabSugar — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 15:00:22 -0700

If these inspiring sportif looks don't convince you right now to get off your bum and get physical, maybe come Spring they will. Looks ready for the tennis court, a game of croquet or even just a dog walk around the neighborhood are considered high fashion, so put your most stylish sneaker forward and go sportif!

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(L-R: Carmen Marc Valvo, Milly, Lyn Devon, Cynthia Steffe, Abaete)

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New York Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Rebecca Taylor

FabSugar — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 10:00:22 -0700

See this grey melange coat? Already on my Spring wish list! Rebecca Taylor aims high to please the girlie girl and her Spring collection was spot on.

Taylor lightly touched on some of the trends - art, high waists, sequins, sportif, embellishments - while retaining what she is all about: beautiful, wearable clothes. From slip dresses and skirts sprinkled with pedal-like pretties, to patent leather Marni-esque belts and sexy nighttime colors, I can see unalike actresses Emmy Rossum and Carmen Electra - both in the front row - donning these goods. Did I mention the interesting attention to backs? Another theme I've been seeing, Taylor's backs were bold with color blocked outside zippers and fabric paneling. Taylor mixed things up and that coat = love!

To see more pictures and a video from Rebecca Taylor's new collection, read more

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Celebrity Style: Monet Mazur

FabSugar — Thu, 21 May 2009 03:50:22 -0700

Sportif is way underrated. Check out actress Monet Mazur dropping by Solstice Sunglasses for a little try on. Yes, you should get those red Carreras! Her cropped khaki pants are perfectly utilitarian, while her black gladiators and draped tank are solid accompaniments. Her orange strapped crossbody bag adds a punch, while eclectic jewelry provides subtle flair. Too cool.

AE Sexy Draped Tank - $19.50	Bop Basics - $85.00
Sam Edelman - Ginnie Chestnut Leather - $89.00	Dooney & Bourke 'Florentine' Double Pocket Saddle Bag - $235.00
Carrera Hot Sunglasses - $120.00	Gorjana - $62.00
Hammered Bangle - $14.00	Wood Pyramid Stud Bracelet - $4.00
MCL by Matthew Campbell Laurenza Enamel Ring, White - $410.00

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Trend Alert: Perforation

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:00:22 -0800

The act of perforation consists of "a hole or series of holes punched or bored through something, especially a hole in a series, separating sections in a sheet or roll." The look of perforation is dope. Something so complicated produces an uncomplicated look, a look of sportif. This treatment is popping through shoes, bags, and belts. It's an ideal transitional look that's not quite warm weather nor cold.

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New York Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Cynthia Rowley

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:30:33 -0700

A Fab favorite for years, Cynthia Rowley’s feminine and artsy aesthetic took a French turn for Spring. Presented in mid-town’s gorgeous circular Gotham Hall, hand-painted cruiser bikes sat on either sides of the runway - at the end of the show models, and Cynthia, rode off for the grand finale!

Called “Le Sportif,” these dames were sporty and sophisticated, but still happy-go-lucky Rowley girls. With an “ice cream” color palette (her words, more on my exclusive interview with her below!), Rowley went sporty and lux with long, flowing shapes and details like pockets, drawstrings and dropped hemlines. There was also color blocking – this is one designer who knows her colors – and obscure knotting and draping treatments. A few nautical numbers were fabulously whimsical and a funky looped ribbon fringe poked fun. The toppers were cat’s eye shades and statement necklaces.

Yours truly was lucky enough to steal Cynthia to pick her fashionable brain. She was glowing in a cobalt blue frock from her Resort collection and her adorable wee daughters were bopping around backstage.

To read my exclusive interview with Cynthia and to view the rest of the collection, read more

Let's talk inspiration...
It's called "Le Sportif" and is a reaction to all the short baby doll dresses we've been wearing and I wanted to go in a new direction. Everything is long and lean, tailored, lots of trousers and modern, sporty elements; sporty backs, ventilation holes, pockets. Color is more subtle - camel, navy, traditional athletic colors.

One favorite piece from the collection?
I can't choose! The high waisted pants, which are all rolled up and comfy. And one of the sweaters.

What kind of woman is the Cynthia Rowley woman?
Artistic, fun and sporty, not afraid to experiment and feminine and sexy!

A wardrobe staple every woman should have?
A really great handbag; because you carry it with you everywhere - a great investment piece.

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CelebStyle Smarts

FabSugar — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 14:30:08 -0700

CelebStyle gurus, have you missed me? I'm back to deliver more fun-filled celebrity style questions. This week we witnessed a slew of Hollywood gals clad in looks ranging from sexy cool to fresh and clean to sportif to mod. I hope you were paying attention. Let's find out . . .

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Celebrity Style: Rihanna

FabSugar — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:00:08 -0700

Remember how I said a striped cardigan has the ability to inject a dash of sportif into an outfit? Rihanna is more proof of that. The singer looked casual yet pulled together while hanging out in Manhattan yesterday. Unbuttoning her Cardigan French stripe cardigan was a smart move as it kept her from looking too prim. To add some girliness to the mix, she accessorized with Louboutin pumps and a patterned Gucci satchel. And, of course, it wouldn't be Rihanna without a pair of funky glasses and oversized hoop earrings.

CARDIGAN by Lynne Hiriak French Stripe Cardigan - $240.00	Habitual Skinny Stretch Jeans (Nordstrom Exclusive) - $74.00
Marc by Marc Jacobs Marc Script Necklace - $98.00	Christian Louboutin Pigalle Point-Toe Pumps - $565.00
James Perse Heather Long Tank Top - $45.00	Textured Hoop Earrings - $19.00
Badgley mischka "halle" leather satchel - $395.00

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Cheap & Chic: Stripe Your Cardigan

FabSugar — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:00:22 -0700

We typically see socialite Olivia Palermo in fancy frocks and shiny sandals, so her casual appearance at the opening of 7 For All Mankind's NYC boutique is a welcome change. A striped cardigan, no matter what color, has the ability to inject a dash of sportif into any outfit. Without the black and white cardi, Olivia's ensemble would have been just fine; but with it, she exudes nonchalant chicness. Stripes and cardigans are unlikely to go out of style, so put the two everlasting trends together and it's fashion magic.

Lena Striped Sweater Cardigan - $22.80	Lux Striped Sailor Cardigan - $48.00
Stripe U-Neck Cardigan - $78.00	Anchor Button Striped Cardigan - $19.80
Calinda Striped Sweater Cardigan - $19.80	Belted Cardigan Sweater - $44.00
Isaac Mizrahi for Target® Striped Cardigan Sweater - Dewberry - $27.99	Striped roll-sleeve cardigan - $58.00
Courtney 3Q Striped Cardigan - $22.80

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Olympic Style

FabSugar — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:00:22 -0700

Go team go! My obsession with the Olympics has not diminished this week, it's grown. I knew there had to be some style to such amazing events, and I found it. Who said uniforms were blah? Not I. Maybe Ralph Lauren's Opening Ceremony ones were, but how do you feel about the American male swimmers' red, white, and sexy all over swimsuits? Click on for sportif style and the aforementioned swimsuits . . .
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Jimmy Choo 'Riley' Perforated Handbag - $2,635.00	Kimchi Blue Scalloped Belt - $24.00
Limited Edition Perforated Large Tote - Blue - $9.99	oh DEER! Women's Angel Bootie - $244.95
Steven By Steve Madden Women's Benza Flat Sandal - $139.95	Jimmy Choo Zip Perforated Leather Clutch - $825.00
Maison Martin Margiela Small Distressed Perforated Tote - $995.00	Tamai - $140.00
Gustto Molino Perforated Bag - $520.00	Women's Xhilaration Kasia Perforated Suede Boot - Brown - $39.99
Chinese Laundry Women's Kingwood Boot - $119.95	BENA - Perforated leather shoulder bag - $96.00
Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti Perforated Suede Slingback - $490.00	Loeffler Randall Perforated Platform Sandal - $595.00
Pauric Sweeney Perforated shoulder bag - $1,300.00	Stano - $100.00