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eBay Find of the Week

FabSugar — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 08:33:33 PDT

In case you were wondering, oversize shades aren't going anywhere. From the stars to the streets, biggie shades are still the preferred style of incognito. They even have major presence on eBay, like with these Vintage Brown Tortoise Sunglasses. These stunners are unique and super fun. Narrow-faced gals beware: these sunnies may make you look like a bug!

The current bidding price is at $0.01 (can we say deal?!) and the auction ends on Thursday, July 12. Good luck and happy bidding!

Ray-Ban Launches a New Collection of Aviators in Honor of Its 75th Birthday

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 14 May 2012 09:40:36 PDT

Whether your style is classic Audrey Hepburn or rock 'n' roll hipster, you most likely own a pair of Ray-Bans. In honor of its 75th birthday, the brand is launching a new line of aviators named the Ambermatic collection. The new line was inspired by its militant roots - the brand was enlisted by the military in 1937 to design sunglasses for its pilots - showcasing four perfect, Summer-ready styles. How awesome are the vintage-inspired curved temple tips and cool golden photochromic lens, which changes from light to dark (depending on the light and temperature)? The Ray-Ban Ambermatic collection hits stores in June and will be priced at $219. Do you plan on picking up a pair?

Eva Mendes Shows Us How Sexy '50s Style Is Done - Get Her Look Now

Marisa Tom — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:06:09 PDT

There's little fault we can ever find with Eva Mendes. Even when she's shopping at Whole Foods, she manages to effortlessly nail that sexy off-duty Rita Hayworth look. By pairing a crisp white Express tie-front blouse with a sweet daisy-print skirt, Eva looks both Spring-ready and vintage chic. This sexy daytime ensemble is totally easy to achieve; Eva only had to style five key retro-inspired pieces to evoke a '50s siren vibe. Look to her updated take on cat-eye sunglasses via her favorite Thierry Lasry frames, her nude Christian Louboutin espadrille wedges, and that ultracool python-embossed Prada bag for old-school accent inspiration. Or better yet, click through to see how we've re-created Eva's Old Hollywood outfit, and shop our editors' picks.

Winter Kate and House of Harlow's Fall Lookbook Shows Off an Updated Take on '60s Cool

Marisa Tom — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:37:00 PDT

Fall may seem like a far-off cry from the season in bloom, but we couldn't help but take a peek (and lust over) Nicole Richie's latest Winter Kate and House of Harlow autumnal wares. With Richie's signature brand of bohemian-luxe style ever present, we were delighted to note an edgier (read: rich jewel tones, plush velvet textures, and slick lasercut details) vibe in place. The collection is chock-full of '60s-inspired pieces - sheer herringbone blouses, wide-leg pants, and a plethora of oversize round sunglasses to start - that evoke a structured, geometric retro feel (hello Mad Men!) more than ever. Come chillier temps, we can't wait to rock an eclectic House of Harlow bone-wrap cuff with one of Winter Kate's vintage-looking pencil dresses. To tide us all over, we've pulled our top three looks below, then make sure to check out the rest of the Fall '12 looks in the slideshow.

Winter whites are a cold-weather staple, and to prove our point, we'll be wearing this ultrasheer white maxi dress with a quirkier set of accessories.
It's all about the Swinging Sixties for Fall '12, and what better way to capture the essence of that stylish era than with a distinct geometric print.
Update your floral obsession with an antiqued rose-print sheath - it's ladylike, sophisticated, and will look great against a luxe faux fur coat.

It's Time You Tried the Latest Sunglasses Trend: Circle Frames

Brittney Stephens — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:00:16 PST

One of the biggest accessory trends we spotted on the Spring '12 runways happened to be one of our very favorites: bright, perfectly circular sunnies. It's a little John Lennon with a bit of '90s-cool thrown in - and designers like Stella McCartney, Diane von Furstenberg, Erdem, and more showed round shades in all sorts of sizes, colors, and prints. Fast-forward to now, and we noticed one of our favorite style stars - Rachel Zoe - sporting the new shape. It's a fun, daring look with a decidedly vintage vibe - so if you're ready to see the world through round sunglasses, just click through to see and shop our 15 favorite pairs now.

Look of the Day: Flirty Vintage

FabSugar — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 03:00:02 PST

Fab reader CBladyàlamode showed off her flirty, feminine side in a totally vintage-inspired ensemble. We love the juxtaposition of soft, sheer fabrics and ladylike prints in one complementary pairing - it makes us unbelievably excited for Spring. She tucked her scalloped daisy-embellished blouse into a pleated, cream-colored tea-length skirt. Then, to complete the girlier look, she chose a bright green skinny belt, cat-eye sunglasses, and chunky Jeffrey Campbell platforms to go with the flowy separates up top.

Congrats CBladyàlamode!

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

I Love Your ShopStyle: Glam Punk

FabSugar — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:57:11 PST

During a season dedicated to giving and all things sweet, Chelsea created a party-ready punk-meets-glam look that injects a fresh and unexpected dose of edge. Spikes, studs, and sparkles come together with strong shapes in a gold and black palette. The J.Crew sequin-striped sweater adds a preppy contrast to the Givenchy studded cuff, while the House of Harlow sunglasses toss in some surprising vintage flair. To complete the contrasted look, a simple feathered headband and false lashes add extra luxe factor.

Skinny Denim by J Brand
Platforms by Giuseppe Zanotti

Vintage Advantage - Our 10 Favorite Vintage Shopping Sites

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:35:21 PDT

When it comes to vintage shopping, it can be difficult to find something worthwhile in your city or state. Those vintage shops can be musty and filled with a lot of, well, crap. The Internet has widened the vintage pool, but even then it's hard to know where to look, and sites like eBay and Etsy are fantastic, but overwhelming. Still, when you score that high-quality, high-style vintage piece on the Internet, it's a thrilling feat. Enter our editors' list, 10 excellent, well-curated vintage shopping sites for easy perusal. Whether you're looking for the best in bohemian chic, '80s-cool cocktail dresses, '20s era silk robes, or the perfectly worn-in concert tee, these online boutiques probably have exactly what you want. See our editors' picks for our 10 favorite online vintage shopping destinations when you keep reading.

How to Bargain at Flea Markets

Shelterpop — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 04:00:00 PDT

I'm excited to present a post from one of our favorite sites ShelterPop!

We interviewed two flea market fanatics - a longtime seller and a devoted buyer - to get the scoop on how to get the best price on the octopus-shaped pendant or shabby chic credenza you've got your eye on.

You like wearing other people's used clothing. You're not afraid of bedbugs. You love shopping at flea markets.

Somewhere along the line, someone decided that the word "vintage" was a synonym for "cool," which is why we have legions of women dressing like grandmothers and decorating with needlepoint pillows.But regardless of how many old-timey pieces you want to pick up when you're cruising the flea market circuit, your ultimate goal is to get a good deal. Just because something is old doesn't mean it's worth a million dollars, right? So, how can you be sure that you're going to walk away with the best deal upon leaving your favorite flea market?

Consider the following:

Bargain by . . . Knowing Where You Are
Flea markets are like snowflakes: No two are alike. "Think about the market's overall vibe: Is it aiming to be some D-list joint, shilling sunglasses, socks and cheap clock radios, or does it feature things you'd find on Etsy?" says Ashlea Halpern, a New York City-based freelance editor. "I could spend hours wandering the latter, but if I've stumbled across the former, I eat some funnel cake and get out."

Bargain by . . . Shopping Around
Your mama told you right. When it comes to flea markets, you better shop around. Remember that just because something is "vintage" doesn't necessarily mean it's one-of-a-kind. "Always walk once all the way through the market before making any purchases," Halpern advises. "I was so annoyed at one market last year when I dropped $18 on what I thought was a rad copper octopus pendant, only to discover an even radder copper octopus pendant for $15 two booths over." Unless you've fallen completely and totally in love with an item right on the spot (if so, get a grip), it may be better to assess what's on offer at other booths before making a deal.

Continue reading for more flea market bargaining tips!

Pringle of Scotland Spring 2012

FabSugar — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:50:04 PDT

Alistair Carr showed his first collection for Pringle of Scotland today to a crowd of celebrities including Tilda Swinton, Harry Potter's Bonnie Wright, and Rosario Dawson. Carr's collection debut, described as The Beatles' “Across the Universe,” featured remixed chain link and argyle prints taken from the archives and turned into modern marvels with a '60s twist via brightly printed split-back dresses, shifts, and knits. Trousers were kept either loose or cropped, and some even featured refreshing slits around the knees and tuxedo stripes. Standout pieces include the purple chain-link print paired with metal cap-toe pumps, colored sunglasses, and the graphic print argyle knit sweaters. It was the perfect mix of modern and vintage from Alistair Carr, and we can't wait to see more from the designer. More highlights from the collection below.

Trends: Asymmetric hemlines, bright knit dresses, slit-detail trousers, bright print dresses, digital print knits.
Colors: Gray, black, white, yellow, purple, turquoise blue.
Key Look: We loved the purple chain-link print dress and graphic argyle prints.
Accessories: Modern laced cap-toe pumps, double cuffs.
Who Would Wear It: Women who like to wear modern cuts and prints Victoria Beckham and front-row attendee Tilda Swinton.