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Behind the Seams: Alexander Wang Trunk Show in LA

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:00:22 PDT

Wherever designer Alexander Wang goes, the cool kids follow. Such was the case last night when St-Germain and Satine boutique hosted a trunk show for the young designer. Not surprisingly, Wang's sidekick, model Erin Wasson, was there to party the night away despite her broken leg. After all, she has been helping him style his runway shows; they work hard so they play just as hard!

But it was semisurprising to see new mommy Nicole Richie because, though she wears a lot of black, I have never seen her in Wang's grunge-inspired clothes. No matter. Nic stayed true to herself and wore a sexy LBD, snakeskin pumps, and a Chanel clutch.

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Behind the Seams: Bill Blass Hits Saks Fifth Avenue

FabSugar — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:00:22 PDT

We've seen Peter Som's Fall '08 debut collection for Bill Blass, and I loved it so dearly, I want you to see it again, more close up.

A trunk show was held at the Saks Fifth Avenue in NYC, where the runway creations were brought to buyers and socialites. Notice them in the background, meticulously checking out Som's creations and determining which have the most selling power. The designer also made his first personal appearance to show off the clothes, which were well received. "We loved what Peter shared with us on the runway. I thought it recognized the roots of the Bill Blass that I know. Having a strong Bill Blass is so perfect because we have the customer for it at Saks," said Saks president Ron Frasch.

Speaking of attendees, America's Next Top Model Cycle Nine winner Saleisha Stowers was also a part of the show. Aren't you glad you came behind the seams?

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On Our Radar: The Virtual Trunk Show

FabSugar — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 05:30:22 PDT

If you've never been able to attend a trunk show in person, don't fret, one may yet be on your horizon! Big-name retailers are starting to experiment with holding trunk shows online. In fact, NeimanMarcus.com just wrapped up a two week long virtual Dior trunk show, Saks.com held a Ralph Lauren trunk show in June, and Net-a-Porter offered up RM by Roland Mouret online last month.

Although these online shows typically have less selection than their in-store counterparts, since they only offer items the retailer will stock rather than the designer's entire collection, they are also more inclusive: you only need to be on the mailing list to be invited! So get yourself on those mailing lists and you're set: who knows what label you'll get to preview and pre-order next!

Definition: Trunk Show

FabSugar — Mon, 14 May 2007 16:55:44 PDT

Trunk Show

n. Designer, manufacturer, or designer's representative takes the newest sample line to a store to show customers and take orders. Test newest styles and colors for acceptability. Bridal boutiques tend to have a lot of trunk shows.

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Score Elizabeth and James's Fall Collection Right Now, Plus Dakota Fanning Dishes on Her Favorite Pieces

Chi Diem Chau — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 04:00:27 PDT

There are two types of people in the world: the ones that live in the moment and the ones that plan ahead. If you fall in the latter part of that statement, you'll be happy to hear that Moda Operandi is doing something pretty amazing right now. The luxury fashion site is hosting a bevy of Fall 2012 trunk shows (only for a limited time) and right now, they're hosting one of our favorite brands, Elizabeth and James. Compared to Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's pricier The Row line, Elizabeth and James offers a more affordable collection to satiate your cool-girl hunger. In fact, one of their biggest celebrity fans is Dakota Fanning. The actress has been spotted sporting Elizabeth and James on the streets and in front of the camera, so you can imagine her excitement when she laid eyes on the brand's latest Fall line. Dakota recently took time out to share her favorite pieces from Elizabeth and James's Fall 2012 collection and why she loves it. Want to see her top picks from the collection? Just click the slideshow to hear what she has to say, plus shop some of these looks for yourself.

Love Your Laptop: 8 Tips For Keeping it Healthy and Happy

Kristy Korcz — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:23:02 PST

Valentine's Day doesn't just have to be about giving affection to your significant other. It can be about showing your appreciation for the people and things that make your life awesome. Take your laptop, for example. Your window to the vast Internet, your laptop works really hard for you without asking much in return. Give your laptop a little TLC this Valentine's Day with these tips that will keep it happy and healthy all year long.

Clean it up - Giving your laptop (or desktop) a thorough cleaning is essential to extending its life. Back up any data you may already have stored (on an external hard drive or a portable flash drive), organize your desktop icons, empty your computer's trash on a regular basis, and clear out any programs you don't use. This will help free up space and keep you on the fast track to productivity.
Practice proper shutdown habits - Shutting down all open programs and putting your laptop to sleep instead of just closing the lid will help your computer stay cool and safe while in transport. But if you've had your laptop in a cold environment, let it warm up to room temps slowly before turning it on. This will keep condensation and dew at bay, which can ruin your computer's sensitive guts.
Protect your investment - If you're going to be lugging a laptop around, make sure it's protected in a padded case!

See the rest of my tips after the jump.

Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian Breaks Out Her Bikini For a Tropical Getaway With Scott and Mason

Katie Henry — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:48:32 PST

Bikini-clad Kourtney Kardashian, boyfriend Scott Disick, and son Mason escaped their hectic schedules in LA for a few days and headed south of the border to Mexico last month for a family vacation. Kourtney sunned her baby bump in colorful two-piece suits while Scott and Mason wore bright swim trunks. Scott and Kourtney turned up the PDA on a romantic stroll and spent a fun afternoon on the beach with Mason playing on the sand.

This year is just kicking off and so far it's already been a busy couple of weeks for the Kardashian family. Kourtney, Kim and Khloe went topless for their latest Sears campaign, and if that wasn't enough the series finale of Kourtney and Kim Take New York finally aired on E! Close to 4.5 million viewers tuned in to see Kim tell Kris she wanted a divorce, which ranks as the third most-watched show in the network's history.

Rachel Zoe Hosts a High Fashion Meeting of the Minds on the St. Barts Beach

Allie Merriam — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:25:58 PST

Rachel Zoe had a fashion summit on the beach in St. Barts yesterday. The stylist-turned-designer chilled on lounge chairs with her pal Marc Jacobs, who was appropriately decked out in gear and towels from the design house he oversees, Louis Vuitton. Marc's possibly on-again love interest Lorenzo Martone showed his loyalty in a pair of LV-designed swim trunks. Jimmy Choo founder Tamara Mellon was also there decked out in a red two-piece for the afternoon on the sand. Tamara actually left Choo in November and is reportedly seeking to launch another exclusive label. She and her daughter Minty are celebrating the big changes on vacation together. Tamara shared on Twitter that the girls have been stuffing themselves with crepes.

The holiday is also a family gathering for Rachel, whose husband Rodger Berman joined in on the sandy fun. Their young son Skyler came along too, and he was ready for the sun in an adorable white hat. Rachel's wrapping up her holiday vacation in the Caribbean. She's sharing well-wishes with fans, and tweeted yesterday, "Wishing everyone a healthy, happy and most glamorous 2012 from paradise."

Tori Spelling Takes Us on Her Christmas Tree Adventure

Tori Spelling — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:28:58 PST

We're excited to bring you a new post from mother and actress Tori Spelling! Every other week we're bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle advice from ediTORIal by Tori Spelling, which is Tori's daily blog about everything from food and fashion to parenting and relationships. This week, Tori shares her adventure in cutting down her own Christmas tree.

I love the holidays. To me, Christmas is a time to celebrate with my family and DIY the heck out of my house! We all know the Christmas tree is the focal point of any holiday home decor. I've done the pre-cut tree, lot tree, and the planted in a pot living tree, so this year I was determined to do the unthinkable in Los Angeles (or so I thought)...cut down my own Christmas tree!

Growing up in La la land, you tend to believe that trees come perfectly flocked and grouped together, pre-cut on a corner lot in Beverly Hills with a whopping price tag of $150 plus. I wanted out of that illusion, but never thought it was possible. Well, this year I did research and found an actual Christmas tree farm just 40 minutes outside of LA! Dean was participating in a celebrity charity golfing tournament, but the excited kid in me couldn't wait to cut down our tree, so I packed up the kids and headed to the farm.

When we arrived we weren't given much direction. We were told to grab saws . . . a cart . . . and head up the hill!

As we headed up and over the hill into miles of Christmas trees, I might have wondered . . . was this smart?

There were literally miles of trees of all shapes and sizes. So many worked, but none were perfect.

Forty-five minutes later, as the sun was just starting to set and I realized we were all alone amidst hundreds of trees, I thought to myself . . . is this safe? I reassured myself with the realization that no one would, in good conscience, harm a saw-wielding woman and her two toddlers cutting down their own Christmas tree weeks before the holiest day of the year. Then, not at all reassured by that realization, I closed my eyes and quickly pointed to the first tree in front of me and squealed, "Look kids, the perfect tree!" Was it perfect? No. However it did have only one major bald spot, which was a win-win, as it was surrounded by miles of misshaped firs. We had a winner!

Keep reading for more details and photos of Tori's adventure cutting down her own tree!

5 Tips For Strength-Training Newbies

Jenny Sugar — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 02:20:15 PST

Aside from toned and sculpted muscles, strength training can also make you a better runner, cyclist, or swimmer. Increasing your muscle mass also increases your metabolism since muscles burn calories at a higher rate than fat. These are all great reasons to include strength training in your routine. If you're new to the scene, here are some helpful tips for beginners.

Start off nice and easy: You may have a goal of doing 50 push-ups or five pull-ups, but building your strength takes time. At first, start with lighter weights and less reps, and gradually increase as your body is ready.
Learn proper form:When starting out, it's important to learn proper form, which ensures that the exercises you're doing are effective while also preventing injuries. To do this, it's best to set up a few sessions with a personal trainer; aside from proper form, they'll also personalize your routine and show you moves to specifically target your weak areas.
There's more to strength training than dumbbells: Hand weights are inexpensive and easy to use and can strengthen every part of your body, but you'll get more out of your session (and prevent boredom) by mixing up your fitness equipment. Take advantage of your gym and use the machines, resistance bands, exercise balls, medicine balls, kettlebells, battle ropes, and TRX training system - whatever they have. Also peruse the class schedule and try out classes with name like Body Pump, Body Blitz, Cardio Sculpt and anything else specifically designed to tone and define muscles.

Continue reading for more essential tips and for links to five strength training workouts.