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Trend Alert: Zip-Front Heeled Sandals

FabSugarUK — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:10:19 -0800

Recently, I have noticed a lot of zips on shoes. They are the fastening du jour for sky high, sexy heels and give the shoe an extra oomph!

Zips mainly feature on the front of sandals and ensure the heel is tight fitting. I am completely in love with Charlotte Olympia's Maxine sandals (£515) which are great for the party season. If your budget doesn't stretch quite that far then Miss KG have a great alternative (£80).

Black snake print zip sandals - £30.00	Bionda Castana Studded suede sandal - £455.00
Givenchy Urania crocodile sandals - £590.00	Charlotte Olympia Maxine sandals - £515.00
Dune Giraffe Print Sandals - £97.00	Bionda Castana 'Elise' zip front sandal - £420.00
Zip Front Sandal - £25.00	Miss KG Marilyn Zip-Front Sandal - £80.00
LORDES Velvet Zip Front Sandal - £68.00

Trend Alert: Velvet Leggings

FabSugarUK — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:00:30 -0800

For me, Autumn/Winter is all about luxurious fabrics. They're usually thicker, great for keeping warm and instantly make your outfit look more expensive! This season designers have been mixing up the various textures including leather, velvet and suede.

Leggings are still very much a wardrobe staple and have taken on the new season fabrics. I have noticed a lot of velvet styles on offer and couldn't resist sharing them with you. The great news is that you don't have to spend a lot to indulge in this trend. There are plenty of pairs on the High Street including Topshop (£22), New Look (£14) and Dorothy Perkins (£18). Will you be wearing velvet leggings this season?

Velvet Leggings - £14.00	Black Velvet Leggings - £22.00
Black velvet leggings - £18.00	Velvet Leggings - £22.00
Velvet Leggings - £22.00	Mint Velvet Ruched leggings - £15.00
Purple velvet leggings - £18.00	David Lerner Velvet Leggings - £125.43

Trend Alert: Metallic, Bejeweled Nails

BellaSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:59:37 -0800

Katy Perry isn't the only celebrity hopping on the sparkly, encrusted nail bandwagon. Beyonce had similarly wild nails with heart-shaped jewels on them last night at the MTV Europe Awards, and Kristen Bell was sporting iridescent foiled nails recently, too. I think this trend is so creative and cool, but what about you? If you want to get the look, try Lippmann Collection's Celebrate polish trio or OPI's Designer Series.

Trend Alert: Couture Details

FabSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:50:22 -0800

Believe me, if I could afford Diane's divine Chanel Couture dress, I would swoop it up in a heartbeat. Sigh, back to life, back to reality. The good thing is, we don't have to pay a runway price to wear such beautiful couture details. All you have to do is look for unique, extravagant embellishments via strong shoulders, unique prints, pouf skirts, lavish sequins, and fancy detailing. Check out my keen picks for the time being, until you train your eye . . .

Trend Alert: Glorious Gray Clutches

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:30:22 -0800

Yes, Kate Beckinsale and hubby Len Wiseman are a handsome couple, but so are the star and her glorious gray clutch. This neutral hue gives off a casual yet refined vibe without taking the spotlight away from an outfit. I love wearing my gray clutch with bright ensembles for extra contrast, but it also works with lighter tones. Just look at Kate for inspiration: her clutch plays the perfect supporting role to her silver J.Mendel dress - simply dazzling.

Trend Alert: Embellished Shoulders

FabSugarUK — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:00:07 -0800

You already know that shoulders are a big deal right now. They have been padded , beaded and generally exaggerated everywhere from the catwalk to the High Street to give your outfit an '80s retro feel. Now that we're nearly in to party season, I have noticed a growing number of embellished shoulder tops on the High Street.

From intricate beading to exposed shoulder pads, there has never been a better time to exaggerate that area. I love Antik Batik's bohemian take on the trend which is a silk t-shirt with gem applique (£165). For a more affordable alternative, try New Look's beaded top (£22). Will you be rocking this look for the party season?

Sequin Polo - £14.00	Antik Batik Swar silk T-shirt - £165.00
Shoulder Stud Top - £22.00	TFNC Ella Embellished Top - £55.00
Grey embellished shoulder top - £35.00	Embellished Shoulder Jumper - £50.00
Embellished Shoulder Top - £22.00

Trend Alert: Big Blooms

FabSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:00:22 -0800

It's time to scout your holiday dress of the season, and how can you resist the sweet smell of big blooms? Leighton sparkled in this blue, brush-painted rose silk bow front dress with patent belt by Prabal Gurung. If feminine and frilly is your thing, this is your lucky season. Oversize rosettes and flower motifs are not only in style, but quite classic, endlessly pretty. I say go dramatic or go home; I'm sure Leighton would second my emotion.

Trend Alert: Knitted Beanies

FabSugarUK — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:10 -0800

Sienna Miller was spotted walking her dog in New York City last week showing off her casual wrapped up style. The actress who is currently appearing on Broadway wore a padded jacket with a white knitted beanie.

Winter hats are great for covering up on a bad hair day or for keeping you warm on really cold days. There are so many on offer this season that you could get a few to co-ordinate with different outfits.

You could follow in Sienna's footsteps with a white knitted style like this one (£12) from Oasis. Will you be wearing a beanie hat through the colder months?

Cream knitted pom beanie hat - £10.00	Knit Rayon Beanie - £15.00
Natural knitted supersoft beanie hat - £12.00	SEE BY CHLOÉ - Sheep pattern knit beanie - £90.00
AT Cable knit beanie. - £50.00	CA4LA Cable Knit Beanie - £80.00
Cable Knitted Beanie - £12.00	AT Cable knit beanie. - £50.00
Oasis Cable knitted beanie hat - £12.00

Trend Alert: Advanced Etching

CasaSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:30:00 -0800

Dating back to the 1500s, etching, using acid or mordant to cut into a material, is certainly a thing of the past. There's actually an old cliché that I love: in an effort to entice a woman home with him, a man will say, "Want to come up and see my etchings?" as an offer to come look at something artistic. But ladies, these days etchings are something worth taking a look at. Designers have abandoned girlish mirror and glass etchings, using new materials like acrylic and plastic, using laser to etch, or even adding color like a tattoo. And these advanced etchings aren't simply decorative. Many, like the Ghost Acrylic Candelabra ($65), make a trompe-l'œil statement. See more modern etchings.

Trend Alert: Pin It

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:50:22 -0800

Move over studs, there's a new embellishment in town: safety pins. These pins have broken out of their sewing kits and into our wardrobe via sparkly earrings, printed tops, bracelets, and slick blazers. America Ferrera feels me. Her Moschino crepe dress would be a safe LBD if it weren't for that amazing safety pin embellishment - such a burst of fun! How punk would you be if you DIY'd your own safety pin creation? All you need is a lot of safety pins and a little imagination. So what are you waiting for? Pin it.

Neo Romantic Sweater Dress - $34.00	Candice Sequin Dress - $198.00
Rachel Rachel Roy Dress, One Shoulder - $109.00	Nanette Lepore Divinity Dress - $388.00
Jill Stuart Short Strapless Taffeta Party Dress - $198.00	Princess Cap Sleeve Dress - $129.00
Karen Walker She's Cracked Dress - $184.00	Silence & Noise Strapless Velvet Dress - $68.00
Parker Puff Sleeve Dress - Black - $253.00	Knitted Sequin Dress - $170.00
Sexy One Shoulder Dresses by Sentimental NY - $130.00

Ruched Flap Purse - $30.00	figleaves Leather and Suede Snake Skin clutch - $67.50
Yves Saint Laurent Nappa leather clutch - $1,495.00	Francesco Biasia Shania - Quilted Calf Leather Flap Clutch Wallet - $159.00
Alexander McQueen Squeeze IT Clutch 215543 DFQ0Y - $1,024.00	Botkier Ruffled Clutch - $350.00
Felix Rey grey leather 'Emma' bow detail wristlet - $156.00	Whiting & Davis Ribbon Clutch - $210.00
Doromini - $30.00	Rebecca Minkoff Suede Lovenote Clutch in Grey - $298.00
Pyramid Clasp Wallet - $10.50	Peek A Boo Clutch - $26.00

Marchesa Strapless silk rosette dress - $2,740.00	BCBGMAXAZRIA Rosette Ruffle Cocktail Dress - $238.00
Robert Rodriguez Black Label black silk chiffon 'Cate' rosette one shoulder dress - $417.00	Adrianna Papell Rosette Halter Dress - $148.00
Moschino Cheap & Chic Rose-Print Dress - $995.00	Adrianna Papell Ombré Chiffon Sheath Dress - $188.00
BCBGMAXAZRIA Blue One Shoulder Draped Dress - $258.00	Sequin Rosette Dress - $34.99
Short Strapless Flower Homecoming Dresses by Mori Lee - $128.00	Oscar de la Renta Off-The-Shoulder Dress - $2,990.00
Decode 1.8 Metallic Rosette Empire-Waist Dress - $240.00	Silk dupioni rosette dress - $495.00

Anna Sui Printed smock top - $360.00	Safety Pin Studs - $12.00
Moschino Embellished wool-blend cropped jacket - $3,260.00	AE Fancy Charm Pin - $12.50
McQ Alexander McQueen Multi Safety-Pin Devore Mini Dress - $437.25	Rachel Rachel Roy Earrings, Antique Goldtone Safety Pin Crystal Accent - $75.00
Chelsea & theodore open-front cardigan - $89.00	TEM Charm Bracelet - $750.00
CC Skye Safety Pin Bracelet - $105.00	Alexander McQueen - McQ Gabardine Blazer With Side Pin Closure (Black) - $529.00
CC Skye Safety Pin Earrings - $125.00