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Look of the Day: Luxe in a Tux

FabSugar — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:50:22 -0700

I love it when a gal perfects the balance between yin and yang. I'm impressed that SimplicityDal has done just that. Check her out looking luxe in a tux . . . and a YSL one, no less! I love the ivory color, as well as the metallic top worn underneath and her nude pumps. Classy? Yes. Boring? No!

Here's what she has on:
Dress: Yves Saint Laurent
Top: Stella McCartney
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Bag: Chloe

Congrats to SimplicityDal!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Trend Alert: Long & Lean

FabSugar — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:00:22 -0700

No doubt Keira Knightley is long & lean. And, while Sienna Miller isn't a big girl by any standards, she isn't tall. But slip on a long black maxi dress and the illusion is created. You can also achieve this with tailored trousers, a flattering jumpsuit, an opposing palette and really high heels. Are you up for the challenge? Trust me, it's worth it. The proof is in the pudding. That pudding being long & lean duo Keira (in Chanel) and Sienna (in Jasmine Di Milo) at The Edge of Love photocall.

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Definition: Shantung

FabSugar — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 08:00:22 -0700

Shantung

Plain weave fabric with nubby, irregular filling yarn for texture effect. A similar fabric of rayon, acetate, cotton, etc.

Get the tuxedo look with this Yves Saint Laurent Shantung Jacket ($2,570).

Trend Alert: Tuxedo Shirts

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 08:30:22 -0700

If you don't know which way to go down the menswear brick road this Fall, the easiest place to start is tuxedo shirts. Ellen Pompeo looked fresh and chic in a Yves Saint Laurent shirt blowing in the wind this Summer. Fortunately, a crisp white shirt is a year 'round item. Not too long ago we had a tuxedo day but this pulled together yet relaxed look is in vogue, from here to eternity. Whether you choose to go white, black, shirt or shirtdress, go day or night paired with a pencil skirt or some sexy black skinnies and a pair of man-eating heels.

Trend Alert: Tuxedo Days

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 07:30:33 -0700

There are Tuesdays and there are Tuxedo Days. What the hell am I talking about you wonder? As the boys' closets continue to inspire the girls' closets, the ladies are happy to take the creme de la creme of the penguin attire. Button up a vest, consume yourself in a crisp white shirt, slide on a pair of expertly tailored trousers and hello Marlene Dietrich - who set the standard for tuxedo chic. Dribble some satin and rhinestones on, for some femme effect, and get ready to razzle dazzle 'em.

Inspiration: Tuxedos

FabSugar — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 07:09:31 -0700

Menswear is a must-have for Fall 2006, but in particular, I've been noticing a lot of tuxedo-inspired styles cropping up lately. Unlike other menswear, delicately detailed tuxedo pieces-including satin-trimmed pants, cummerbunds, and pleated shirts-translate flawlessly into women's fashions. Is it any surprise that tuxedos seem to be inspiring designs of everything from suits to belts to dresses? Here's a look at some of my favorite tux-influenced pieces.

Laundry by Shelli Segal Tuxedo Jacket and Pants, $345 and $225, available here.

Development Pleated Silk Dress, $365, available here.

Cynthia Steffe Stretch Cotton Top, $152, available here.

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See By Chloe Tuxedo Jacket and Cropped Skinny Pants, $615 and $325, available here.

Elegantly Waisted Cummerbund Belt, $198, available here.

Bebe Lace Trim Tuxedo Shirt, $79, available here.

Jennifer Aniston in Black Burberry Tuxedo: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 09:00:22 -0800

While all her female costars donned pretty dresses at the LA premiere of He's Just Not That Into You, Jennifer Aniston went the menswear route in a suit. While, no doubt, it's a stunning Burberry suit, it's nothing we haven't already seen on the actress. How cool would it have been to see her in a funky dress, much like Ginnifer Goodwin's Bottega? She has a gorgeous body, no need to hide it. Do you love this look or hate it?

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Celeb Style: Eva Herzigova

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:22 -0800

As we approach the holidays, I'm on the lookout for original party looks. Eva's wink may not be up to par, but the slick tuxedo-inspired look she wore to the 2010 Pirelli Calendar cocktail reception in London was beyond Fab. She dressed up her slight harem pants with delicate sandals, a draped white top, and a velvet blazer. Feminine details like a black lace peekaboo bra and radiant art deco earrings are suave touches. A jolt of red satin via her clutch is holiday-tastic.

Drape Front Top - $68.00	Bandeau Lace Bra - $7.00
NEW! Velvet one-button tuxedo jacket - $168.00	Zero + Maria Cornejo Gabi Pants - $250.00
Rouched Satin Fold-Over Clutch - $29.50	rsvp - Casey (Black Satin) - $84.00
Slivertone Link Bracelet Watch - $95.00	Nightcap art deco earring - $42.00

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

Festive Party Dresses, Part III: Tuxedo-Inspired Dresses

FabSugar — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:29:00 -0800

If you're in a social circle like mine, you're probably not invited to a ton of black-tie gatherings. But that doesn't mean you can't wear some black tie-inspired garb on the holiday party circuit. That's right: It's time to start hunting for a cute festive party dress, so this week, I'll be looking at the hottest party-dress trends. Today's installment: tuxedo-inspired dresses. (To read yesterday's post on sash-waist dresses, click here.) Here are some of my favorite finds.

Reyes Strappy Bib Dress, $670, available here.

Nina Ricci Aisee Wool Dress with Velvet Cummerbund, $2,490, available here.

3.1 Phillip Lim Exclusive Tuxedo Dress, $420, available here.

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Secrets of Charm Kara Tuxedo Dress, $367, available for pre-order here.

Diane von Furstenberg Maylea Tuxedo Dress, $325, available here.

Tibi Ming Dynasty Tuxedo Dress, $280, available here.

Trovata Portofino Dress in Seaside, $288, available here.

Niki by Niki Livas Two-Tone Tuxedo Dress, $140, available here.

Trend Alert: Tailored and Cropped

FabSugar — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:00:22 -0800

Fabcon Zoe Kravitz is always in the fashion know, so it wasn't surprising to see her wearing a tailored and cropped tuxedo jacket from Alexander Wang's Fall collection. This shorter cut looks insanely cute against a long top - look at Zoe for inspiration - or when paired with a flirty frock. See, it's all about contrasting different lengths for a fun, new look. Are you down?

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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T-Bags Jersey maxi dress - $230.00	Larsen Gray Goa Jersey Jumpsuit - $242.00
City Stretch Jacket - White - $59.95	Iisli Tiffany Sleek Blazer in Shimmer Grey - $572.00
Theory Emery Pant - $295.00	Pinstripe High Waist Skirt - $39.00
Iisli Cici Dress - $268.00	DAY Birger et Mikkelsen Amazing maxi skirt - $185.00
Donna Karan Collection Cashmere Tank - $350.00	Mary L Couture One Shoulder Jersey Gown - $248.00

Cyn Feather Tank Lurex - $162.00	Please RSVP - $118.00
Nili Lotan Tuxedo Shirt - $312.00	Pique Bib Tuxedo Shirt - $68.00
Tuxedo shirt - $38.00	Tuxedo Front Poplin Shirt - $39.00
Ong Kathleen Shirt with Pintucks - $210.00	7 for all Mankind Tuxedo Shirt - $120.00
Luella Costello oversized tuxedo shirt - $725.00	Solid classic tuxedo shirt - $68.00

Urban Renewal Cropped Suit Jacket - $68.00	Cropped Tuxedo-Style Jacket - $49.90
Pencey Women's Shad Bully Blazer - $432.00	LABOUR OF LOVE - Striped cotton Clown blazer - $236.09
Deanna Cropped Blazer - $24.80	Elizabeth and James "Ivy Buffalo" Plaid Blazer and "Boyfriends" Wool Flannel Trousers - $206.25
Gorgeous cropped leather jacket - $159.00	Miss Sixty Erika Black Blazer - $239.00
Manoush Crop Double Breasted Jacket - $264.00	Rag & Bone Cropped Mini Blazer - $360.00