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Oscarworthy: Designers And Diamonds Unite!

FabSugar — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:00:22 -0800

It's almost Oscars time, so you know what that means? Diamonds galore! Phillip Lim, Rodarte, Libertine, Jovovich-Hawk, and Alabama Chanin have all joined forces with the Diamond Information Center to celebrate Oscars fashions by creating one-of-a-kind red carpet looks incorporating diamond pieces.

All the gowns, including Rodarte's (left), are currently on display at the Chateau Marmont in LA - today is the last day - so if you're in the area, stop by and report!

If all this Oscar talk is getting you excited for Sunday be sure to tune in to the Sugar network's online Oscar party! Myself and Bella will be doing our always-fun love-it or hate-it polls and Team is hosting a live chat - stop on by!

To hear more about the specific dresses and to see photos, read more

Lim has designed a "Galaxy" gown with the help of a Cartier antique brooch. The Rodarte sisters, Laura and Kate Mulleavy, used five diamond butterfly Van Cleef & Arpels brooches to liven their pink dress. Jovovich-Hawk borrowed a gold and diamond Camilla Dietz Bergeron necklace, while Libertine used 21 Neil Lane brooches to dazzle their 1930s black-velvet frock. Alabama Chanin teamed up with Gem Palace and used $50,000 worth of rough diamond beads along the neckline of her ivory gown. I sure hope someone wears one of these diamond-in-the-rough gowns to the Oscars!

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Celebrity Style: Kate Bosworth

FabSugar — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 10:33:44 -0700

It's so refreshing to see celebs wearing some color, especially considering it's still Summer! Amid a sea of too many all-black ensembles, Kate Bosworth stands out in her green and navy striped Libertine for Target dress. I admire her decision to thrown on a stylish belt; it gives the frock some shape. And it's nice to see such a wealthy gal sporting something so inexpensive - $17.99 to be exact. I'm all for the fusion of high and low fashion and it seems Kate is too!

Libertine Striped Tunic Dress Admiral Blue/ Patio Green, $18	Anthropologie Hedgerow Belt, on sale for $20 (originally $38)
Old Navy Zebra Flip Flops, $4	Carla Mancini Clothing Messenger Bag with Front Tassel in Caramel, $500	Tom Ford Farrah Aviator Sunglasses, $280

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Look of the Day: (In)spired

FabSugar — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 06:20:22 -0700

A little inspiration can go a long way! Here's a real-life Celebrity Style for ya: romaniagrl was (in)spired by Jessica Alba's recent outfit, and the resemblance is uncanny! I'm impressed.

Here's what she has on:

Dress: Libertine for Target
Tights: Express
Sweater: Unknown
Boots: Belle by Sigerson Morrison
Scarf: Gift
Bag: Coach
Sunglasses: Versace

Congrats to romaniagrl!

Everyone else, submit your looks today and I just might feature you on FabSugar! If you live overseas and have a fab outfit to share, join the Overseas Fashionistas Group and to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.

Reminder! Libertine For Target in Stores!

FabSugar — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 03:33:33 -0700

Here is your reminder to dash off to the nearest Target and grab the newest Go. International designer collection by British duo Libertine! I think that blue and green striped dress has Fab written all over it. And, supposedly it's being released Sunday but I find a lot of stores stock early so why not spend your Saturday on a Libertine mission? Have fun!

Next Up At Target: Libertine

FabSugar — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 07:12:22 -0700

Everyone meet one of my newest blogosphere friends: Fashionista. Thanks to their fashion prowess, here is the newest line for Target, designed by British duo Libertine. A mix of prep and Victorian, which is their mainstay, the collection is more mass market with colorful and wearable cheeky separates - at wallet friendly prices. Due in stores in August, I know I'll be knocking on those bullseye doors!

These images may be byte-sized, but you can definitely still be charmed by them. To see the rest of the collection visit Fashionista!

Sugar Bits - Michael Jackson Denies Skin Cancer Claims

PopSugarUK — Mon, 18 May 2009 02:01:55 -0700

Michael Jackson has allegedly denied reports that he is battling skin cancer, after a story was published in The Sun saying he was diagnosed with the disease last month. - Mirror
Black Eyed Peas have hit the number one spot with their song "Boom Boom Pow", while Green Day went into the charts at number one with 21st Century Breakdown. - BBC
Anna Friel is to star in a production of Breakfast At Tiffany's in the West End which will begin in September. - The Sun
The Broadway production of Billy Elliot has won ten awards at the 2009 Drama Desk awards, it's also shortlisted for fifteen Tony Awards! - BBC
Carl Barat and Pete Doherty played together in a semi-reunion of The Libertines in the early hours of Saturday morning at London Rhythm Factory. It was the first time they'd played along with drummer Gary Powell since they split in 2004. - NME

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Look of the Day: Stripe Happy

FabSugar — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:30:33 -0700

Like Kate Bosworth, Fab reader miz_ayet got stripe happy in her Libertine for Target dress. I dig the bone colored belt and boots - the perfect combination to let the dress do the talking!

Here's what she's wearing:

Dress: Libertine for Target
Cardigan: vintage Hermes
Belt: Dolce and Gabbana
Boots: Jimmy Choo
Sunglasses: Lanvin

Congrats to miz_ayet!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar! If you live overseas and have a Fab outfit to share, join the Overseas Fashionistas Group, to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.

Guyliner, Manscara...The Boys Are Back in Town

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:00:00 -0700

Boys in bands and indie men have been stealing our black eyeliners and smudgy kohl pencils for a while now – whether they're heading to a festival or just hanging out in Camden. The voice of middle England, aka The Telegraph, may be expressing subdued shock at the new 'guy-liner, man-scara' trend, but edgy London boys have been rocking the makeup look for the past few seasons.

British bad boy, Russell Brand is often photographed in eye makeup, although he covered up in dark glasses, for a night out at Boujis, last night. While Pete Doherty, The Killers' singer Brandon Flowers, The Horrors, and The Libertines, all regularly rock out in dark eyeliner and sometimes chipped black nail polish.

Today, everyone's talking about the launch of Guyliner, (£6.50), Just read more

Guyliner is a black kohl pencil specifically designed for men, to make their eyes look bigger, or for a grunge-inspired rock look. Now I'm not sure why men need a specific eye liner all of their own, but I'm tempted to buy it for Mr Bella, just because of the name. The cosmetics brand, Taxi are also bringing out a concealer and lip balm, for men, later in the summer – all stocked at Superdrug.

Peter Kelly, the creator of Taxi's range for men, told The Telegraph, "We've developed essentials any guy would borrow from his other half. It's about subtle make-up rather than wanting to create the drag queen look."

Thing is, most of the cool, indie boys I know love to wear drag now. Plus, surely the whole point of a man wearing makeup (as oppose to just using good skincare), is to push the boundaries of what is and what isn't acceptable. Surely as soon as eyeliner...sorry...Guyliner, becomes the norm, then the boys in bands will have to find something else to draw attention to themselves.

Maybe Sophie Ellis-Bextor style rainbow false eyelashes, or catwalk-cool glitter on the eyelids, perhaps?

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Declaring Indigo Totally Blue Me Away

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 04:30:00 -0700

New for Autumn 2009 is the Lancôme Declaring Indigo Collection created by famed and funky makeup artist Aaron De Mey. It consists of fifteen new colours and two brushes with a definitive, bold and courageous yet wearable palettes of electric blues, golds and reds. It was inspired by Brigitte Bardot and Simpone de Beauvior, French women with a spirited and sexy, unconventional style. According to a press release, De Mey said,

"My favorite colors are pure, saturated, powerful shades that work fabulously on their own. The colors I chose for the collection, indigo and red, are intense, primary colors, emblems of Paris and the French Revolution. I will always remain faithful to the colour gold for its brilliant shine and ability to bring an elegant, illuminating touch to make-up."

I’ve been playing with the line for about a couple of weeks now and the two products I’m most excited about are the Palette Libertè in Indigo Royautè (£35), a crazy cool powder shadow quad comprised of two golds (one pale and sparkly and the other a deeper bronze), a metallic blue and another bright blue shade enhanced with gold flecks. The other compact I'm kvelling over is an insanely illuminating face and body powder called Rose Libertè. Whilst at first glance it looks intimidating, it happens to create a beautiful and gentle (I promise) glow.

This is one out-of-the-box collection worth getting excited over. For a closer look at each of the products, plus a description and prices, just read more.

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Ink Artliner in Black Carbon Ink: (£19) is a waterproof, smudge-proof cream liner that comes in a cool frosted jar. There's also a new eyeliner brush (£15) to go along with it that was specifically designed by De Mey to help create a more precise line.
Le Vernis in Pure Gold, Indigo Paris, Rouge Panthère: (£14 each) are the three new nail varnishes for Autumn. The two most noteworthy shades are Indigo Paris (bright blue metallic) and Pure Gold (a medium, super glossy, super shimmery gold). The last shade, Rouge Panthère is a fiery crimson older shade of red that has been brought back just for this collection.
Color Fever Matte Lipstick in Red Avant-Garde, Red Paris and Red Libertine: (£17.50 each) are comfortable matte lipsticks thanks to jojoba oil, a true feat in the matte world as some matte lipsticks feel slightly chalky and dry. The three colours are all versions on bold reds, that can be worn alone or blended with a high-shine gloss.
Color Fever Gloss in Pure Gold and Aaron's Red: (£17) are incredible. I love the gold shade as it's so universal and can be worn with virtually any lipstick. The red shade is transparent and gives lips a fullness and liveliness without overpowering them.
Crayon Khôl in Pure Gold and Indigo Paris: (£14.50 each) are two new gold and deep blue eyeliner pencils. The smooth and long-wearabiity makes these a must-have.
Virtuôse Mascara: (£19.50 each) has gotten a little bit of a revamp. This new shade is a gold-sequined indigo topcoat that also curls and lengthens like the original.
Palette Liberté in Indigo Royautè: (£35) is the blue and gold four shadow palette I told you about above also comes packaged in a beautiful white gold case adorned with the signature Lancôme roses printed into the metal.
Palette Liberté in Liberté: (£35) is another powder shadow quad containing a gold shade a black colour with gold sparkles, a medium brown colour and a bone colour. This palette is perfect for any gal any time of the year.
La Rose Liberté: (£32) is a gold powder palette embossed with a gold rose on the top layer. It can be worn as highlighter on our eyes, cheeks or body to a special joueur de vivre. The new Powder Brush (£25) that goes with it is angled, fluffy and feels like heaven on your skin.

Telstar - See It or Skip It?

PopSugarUK — Tue, 26 May 2009 23:00:00 -0700

Set in London the music scene of the early 1960s, Telstar tells the true story of record producer Joe Meek. It has a brilliantly eclectic cast, including James Corden, Pam Ferris, Kevin Spacey, Ralf Little, Nigel Harman, Callum Dixon, Tom Burke, JJ Feild, and Con O’Neill in the lead role, plus ex-Libertine Carl Barat and The Darkness's Justin Hawkins. Directed and co-written by Nick Moran, Telstar's soundtrack includes Duffy's cover of The Cryin' Shames' "Please Stay". It premiered at the London Film Festival back in October and is released in the UK on 19 June. Check out the trailer below and let me know: will you see it or skip it?

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