Simple or Swank: Tweed Coats For Tots


Updated 11/19/11 4:51 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tweed Coats For Kids

Tweed is always in! As soon as temperatures start to drop, coats start coming out of the closet — and the one trend that never seems to skip coat season is tweed. The woolly woven fabric is a Fall favorite among trendsetters, so why not jump aboard the tweed trend this season with a ladylike and sophisticated tweed coat for mama's mini fashionista? Simple: This Marled Tweed Coats for Baby Read more

Trendspotting: The Need For Tweed


Updated 10/24/11 2:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Celebrities Wearing Tweed Fall 2011

If you can't shake tweed's connotations of skirt suits and ladies who lunch, take a look at Hailee Steinfeld, Olivia Wilde, and Chloe Moretz in these trend-driven tweed looks. Fall's call to layer up works perfectly with rich, woven tweed textiles that act more as accent pieces than outfit basics. The tone's a little bookish the way Hailee outfits it in deep berry tones and a complementary white Read more

How to Nail Fall's Tweed Trend Under $100


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shop Fall's Tweed Trend Under $100

Thanks to Coco Chanel, one of our favorite things about Fall – besides pumpkin lattes — is tweed. Whether it's a tweedy skirt, pant, or jacket, we love how these pieces are simultaneously classic, yet new. The best part? They look amazing with pretty much anything; leather leggings, jeans, and biker jackets to name just a few examples. Sadly, we don't have the budget to afford the designer Read more

The Bag to Have: Mulberry Alexa in New Sparkle Tweed


Updated 09/08/10 1:46 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Mulberry Alexa in Sparkling Tweed

Mulberry is one busy house. It has a chic collection for Apple, a line called Hayden, another one named Neely, and now it has released a new bevy of Alexas for Winter 2010. As you may recall, the Alexa is named after none other than Alexa Chung. The latest styles are sparkling, literally — they're made of sparkle tweed! Get this powder beige one for $1,250 for a look that's Read more

Forever 21 Belted Glove Skirt: Love It or Hate It?


Updated 03/05/10 5:59 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 11 comments

Forever 21 Belted Glove Skirt: Love It or Hate It?

I love me some tweed, but for this skirt, a cheeky accessory comes with. When I first spied the Forever 21 Belted Glove Skirt ($32), my reaction was a laugh. I debated pulling the belt off all together, but that misses the point, right? My gut tells me I don't want people smirking at my look. What's your take? Is it wearable or just for giggles? Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls Read more

The Look For Less: DKNY Embellished Trim Wool Jacket


Updated 11/18/09 7:15 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 2 comments

Chanel Inspired Jeweled Tweed Jackets

There's something intriguing about a black jacket that has a hint of shine, like this DKNY Embellished Trim Wool Jacket ($504). It's totally classy and sassy at the same time — a modern Coco Chanel would wear it well. Since most modern Coco Chanels are budget conscious, I hunted down a less expensive version that is twice as nice. To see the look for less, read more Read more

The Look For Less: Smythe Tweed Slouchy Boyfriend Blazer


Updated 11/09/09 7:31 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

Affordable Tweed Blazer

I already have a tweed Chanel-inspired jacket, but I don't have a cool tweed blazer . . . This Smythe Tweed Slouchy Boyfriend Blazer ($550) is bound to add a smart edge to any ensemble. It would look especially dapper with a pair of liquid leggings and some black-rimmed glasses. Unfortunately, I can't afford to dish that much on a blazer right now. To see the look for less, read Read more

eBay Find of the Week


Updated 10/19/09 4:05 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

eBay Find of the Week

You must have noticed the tweed rage these days. Everyone is wearing it in some form. I loved Olivia Palermo's tweed H&M shorts so much, I got the matching jacket recently. While most tweed jackets are cropped, this Vintage Gray Stone Tweed Coat, size small, is equally chic. It looks good open and closed, and the black piping and big buttons are super cute. Especially if you live in cold Read more

Inspired: Time For Tweed


Updated 10/09/09 8:05 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Inspired: Time For Tweed

I passed by the Knoll store this morning and saw a Saarinen Executive Chair upholstered in a rich, wintry tweed sitting in the window. Then, I got my computer up and running and saw this smart J. Crew Wool Tweed Oona Coat ($550). Then it dawned on me: it's Fall. I'm not really one to redecorate with the seasons, but I do like the idea of introducing this textured, graphic material into my home. Read more

Trend Alert: Twilight Tweed


Updated 05/09/09 2:06 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 12 comments

Kristen Stewart in a Pocketed Tweed Dress

Bella, I mean, Kristen Stewart, is looking pretty confident promoting the highly anticipated movie Twilight in her trusty tweed pocketed dress. Twilight tweed is a classic fabric updated with modern styling. Today's tweed options come in all forms — dresses, skirts, shorts, and jackets — just be sure to select something that feels fresh. The best part of twilight tweed? It's immortal. Read more