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A Fabby Halloween: Sassy Sorceress

FabSugar — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:00:22 -0700

Unlike evil witches, sassy sorceresses emote a mesmerizing, tranquil beauty. Arwen Evenstar, in Lord of the Rings, captures this untouchable ethereal quality to perfection. Her ornate headpieces, dewy makeup, and flowy dresses are so beautiful, it can turn the most brash man into a smitten softy. When dressing like a sassy sorceress, keep your layers light and whimsical via chiffon dresses or skirts. Have fun choosing unique headpieces and make sure you don a long, wavy wig. Warning: You will be pursued by many handsome princes and warriors whilst wearing this costume . . .

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Celebrity Style: Rachel Bilson

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 11:00:22 -0800

It's been a while since we've seen Bilson but she's back in town. The actress ran errands in a Mexicana-inspired ensemble that's perfect for a sunny day in LA. Check out those adorable Mexican characters on her mini skirt. The taupe blazer and her LnA tee downplay the skirt, the brown suede boots add variety, and her Temperley bag polishes it all up. Viva Mexico!

Lna Deep V Tee Shirt as seen on Rachel Bilson in many colors - $60.00	Ecote Masai Skirt - $54.00
Ray-ban - $129.00	Calvin Klein - Sadee (Dark Brown Suede) - $139.95
Tall classic lightweight wool blazer - $198.00	AK Vintage Jewelry Beneath Twin Leaves Earrings - $62.00
Shih by Stephanie Lin black patent 'Diego Toto' east-west tote - $297.00	Dual Colored Rose Ring - $3.80

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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Spring Peek: Cropped Pants

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:00:22 -0800

If anything stood out on the Spring runways it was the new pant styles. Harem, bermuda, pedal pusher, leggings, rolled, tailored - we witnessed them all. As someone who has always been keen on cropped pants - what better way to show off your Fab shoes? - I am psyched.

I know what you're thinking shorter-than-thou ladies, and 'tis not true; you too can get in on this fresh trend. Just add some heels (wedges are cute here) for height and keep your silhouette loose and lean and you'll actually appear that much taller. The real beauty is there are so many styles to choose from and you can create looks from items you already own.

My favorites are these cool gray scrunched leggings from the slick Celine runway, Derek Lam's simple black slims, and, for drama's sake, McQueen's yellow harem pants.

To see more of my favorite cropped pants of Spring, read more.

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(L-R: Derek Lam, Gucci, Temperley London, Alberta Ferretti, Isabel Marant, Giambattista Valli, Rebecca Taylor, Collette Dinnigan, Alexander McQueen, Crispin & Basilio)

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Trend Alert: Sweet Corsets

FabSugar — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:00:22 -0800

Sweet corsets are back. This flattering cut can do you no wrong with its structured corset shape and romantic appeal. I also like how the light boning reminds me of old-school lingerie. I'm swooning over this Nanette Lepore Indochine Dress ($430); the juxtaposition between the sweet style and bold print makes for a radical frock.

Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:00:08 -0700

Aerodynamic: Fall’s new silhouettes are streamlined for speed - WSJ
Zoe me the money - NY Post
Just Criminal: The world's worst names for fashion labels - Guardian UK
Suiting up in one piece - NY Sun
Victoria Beckham's dream - IHT
The sun never sets on the runway - New York Times
Shlump change: How to go from snore to more, more, more! - NY Post
Star attractions at Fashion Week - NY Sun
Shirts are not pants - right?! - Nylon
Temperley gets patriotic - FWD

Trend Alert: Crackled Handbags

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:00:08 -0700

Snap, crackle, pop. Remember that? Though Rice Krispies have nothing to do with crackled handbags, it was a catchy slogan. Since you probably have about a dozen normal leather handbags, crackled is the newest treatment for both buttery and patent leather. This conjures up a slightly distressed, completely appetizing canvas. Breakfast is served.

Backstage Beauty: Temperley London

BellaSugar — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 15:00:22 -0800

Temperley London's Fall collection was sexy siren times twenty. With a feisty mix of leather, chains, and zippers, alternated with flowing silk gowns, the looks were fit for a mafia princess. And that's precisely what Charlotte Tilbury, lead makeup artist for MAC, channeled with the hair and makeup. "The hair was very Michelle Pfeiffer," she said, "silky and thick from the '70s. So we came up with a smoky eye with raw, clean skin, and a slightly patted-down mouth. It's what a cool girl would wear today."

Cool girl indeed - who didn't secretly want to be the devastatingly sexy, effortlessly powerful Pfeiffer in Scarface? To learn how to re-create this smoldering look at home, check out this MAC guide.

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Designer of the Moment: Temperley London

FabSugar — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 07:00:22 -0800

There's a British invasion on the red carpet and the initiator is Temperley London. Only this is an intrusion we're happy to embrace. The red carpet is thriving thanks to Eva Mendes, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Halle Berry, who have all chosen designer Alice Temperley's eye-catching, feminine and intricate creations for recent events. It's the vibrant turquoise of Sarah's gown, the criss-cross bodice on Eva's frock, and the papillon accent on Halley's LBD that bestows Temperley as the designer of the moment.

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Found! Halle Berry's Black Papillon Mini Dress

FabSugar — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 13:13:11 -0800

You can barely tell that Halle Berry is pregnant at the Palm Springs Film Festival Awards. For that, she owes thanks to Temperley London's Papillon Mini Dress ($1,625). It's a hefty price to pay for a dress you'll wear once, but not if you're a mega star. I take it she couldn't refuse the darling asymmetrical ruffle layer and the artsy knit yoke - top it off with a Rickard Shah clutch and you have Halle, the goddess.

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Fab Finds of the Week: Winter White

FabSugar — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 05:00:22 -0800

A blizzard of winter white has blown through, hitting Kate Hudson, Eva Longoria, and Kate Moss along the way. It looks like it's affected you Fab girls too: your Fab Finds this week are definitely bleached with hospital-worthy shades of white!

The Fab Finder of the week is mellie_608, who found these hot white jeans. Every week the Fab Finder I announce Monday morning will receive either a TeamSugar or FabSugar baby tee shirt. I thoroughly enjoy perusing your Fab Finds every week, so dare to be a Fab Finding trendsetter and you just might win a Sugar tee!

Earnest Sewn white stretch 'Harlan' inset skinny jeans	Sherpa-lined Goosedown Puffer Jacket - Puffers - Women - JCrew.com
Miu Miu Oversized Matelasse Tote	Jen Long Sleeve Blouse by Boulee
Madison Los Angeles - Madison Los Angeles	Amazon.com: Down Mittens: Apparel
Moschino Cheap & Chic Double-breasted wool coat	Temperley London Crochet-Trim Dress�-� Long Sleeve�-� Neiman Marcus

Earnest Sewn white stretch 'Harlan' skinny jeans, found by mellie_608.
J. Crew Sherpa-lined Goosedown Puffer Jacket, found by daddio49.
Miu Miu Oversized Matelasse Tote, found by Ashley2007.
Boulee Jen Long Sleeve Blouse, found by pinkdragonfly.
A Common Thread Button Top, found by kerish.
Eddie Bauer Down Mittens, found by Country Betty.
Moschino Cheap & Chic Double-breasted wool coat, found by pinkdragonfly.
Temperley London Crochet-Trim Dress, found by mstinalin.

Mason by Michelle Mason Metallic Corset - $275.00	Temperley London Mini kaleidoscope dress - $1,295.00
Rosalind Corset - $69.00	Harriet Sateen Dress - $54.50
Laila Azhar Strapless Ruffle Hem Dress - $465.00	French Connection 'Cosmic Wonder' Corset Top - $128.00
Tartan Plaid Strapless Corset Sheath Dress - $310.00	Susanna Corset Top - $98.00
Mint Jodi Arnold Tatjana Mini Dress - $418.00	David Meister Satin Corset Dress - $368.00
Nanette Lepore Indochine Dress - $430.00

Botkier - Gold Frankie Hobo Bag - $595.00	Marc Jacobs Collection Geometric Suede Pochette - $1,295.00
Stella McCartney Textured Patent Duffle Tote - $1,095.00	Metallic Tote - $59.00
Crackled Mirror Satchel by Anya Hindmarch - $1,100.00	Rebecca Minkoff Get Away Satchel - $675.00
Gustto Maccia Bag - $663.00	7 For All Mankind Wine Patent Clutch - $172.00
Fendi Textured leather Spy bag - $2,740.00	Foley + Corinna The Little Clutch - $288.00
Temperley London Crackle Mata Hari Small Bag - $1,550.00