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Fab Site: Art of the Trench

FabSugarUK — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:30:17 -0800

Burberry made their first venture in to social networking this morning as they launched the Art of the Trench which is a homage to the classic coat. The trench coat has become a wardrobe staple and the brand is synonymous with this style. Christopher Bailey wanted fans of the item to engage with each other by tapping in to their passion for the item. He told WWD, “It’s a natural extension of everything we’re doing on the digital front, and a way for our fans to interact with the culture of the brand and with the emotional aspects of the trenchcoat."

You can log in to the site using your facebook details and then your activity features on your profile. You can upload photos of your own trench style or comment on others. There is also a section of Art of the Trench dedicated to the history of the item from 1910 to the present day. This site is a must for street style fans – go check it out now!

Style Glossary: Trench Coat

FabSugarUK — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:34 -0800

The trench coat has become a wardrobe staple but much like the parka, it was first introduced for the military by Thomas Burberry back at the turn of the 20th century.

They became a fashion item in the 1960s and were made popular by fictional characters such as Dick Tracy and Rick Blaine from Casablanca.

It is defined as, "A raincoat made of waterproof heavy-duty cotton drill or poplin, wool gabardine, or in some cases leather: it generally has a removable insulated lining; and it is usually knee-length or longer."

This padded version is by Burberry Prorsum (£976).

Supersize This: Trench Coat and Topper

LilSugar — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 06:00:00 -0800

This slick and stylish trench coat and hat will definitely have your wee one singing in the rain.

The Burberry Toddler's Vinyl Trench and Bucket Hat are the perfect shade of winter white, water resistant and lined in signature beige Burberry tartan.

Featuring a belted waist, the double breasted coat ($151), is machine washable or can be dry cleaned. Top the uptown ensemble off with the matching bucket hat ($63) and who needs an umbrella?

How Would YOU Wear It? Katie Holmes

FabSugar — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 03:00:33 -0800

I'm hesitant to diss Katie Holmes' style because I am of the camp that thinks her fashion sense has grown leaps and bounds post Tom Cruise. That said, simply put, she sometimes dresses too old for her age.

We get it, she has an older man to keep up with, but that doesn't mean she has to dress his age. Here she's wearing something a Glam Ma would wear on Christmas morning. I appreciate the color scheme but I would have worn a shorter satin trench (belted!), a V-neck top, black patent pumps, and perhaps a black belt. Besides, it's way too cold for her long, skinny toes to be creeping out.

How would YOU wear it?

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Look of the Day: Pretty in Plaid

FabSugar — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 03:00:22 -0800

A traditional trench coat is good, but a pretty in plaid one is Fab. Mstinalin's bold choice of outerwear shows that she's not willing to blend into the crowd. Way to stand out girl!

Here's what she has on:

Coat: H&M
Shoes: BCBGirls

Congrats to Mstinalin!

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Trend Alert: In the Trenches

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 14:00:22 -0700

One piece of outerwear you will find in every fashion professional's closet is a trench. The trench has been around for ions - and is functional fashion at its best. First created by Thomas Burberry for the British army officers in World War I, the garment kept the troops warm and dry in the trenches. This coat continues to serve people well in the trenches, with it's ability to be both glamorous and serviceable. With so many incarnations throughout time, most notably by Yves Saint Laurent and Jean Paul Gaultier, the design has barely changed. If you don't have a Fab trench by now, now is the time to take the plunge.

Online Sale Alert! Save at Bebe!

FabSugar — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 05:00:33 -0700

What's a plentiful Fall wardrobe without a classic trench? Seriously lacking, that's what. Trench coats never go out of style, and they're great when not-so-nice weather comes along, as it likes to do around this time of year.

So when a trench goes on sale, like this Bebe Flared Short-Sleeve Trench Coat, $77 (originally $119), I jump at the opportunity. It's part of a wider Bebe Sale, so if you're not convinced with my trench coat bit, go for the platform sandals or the ruffled dresses.

Bebe is excellent for fast fashion, don't forget, so just make sure you get there fast!

Definition: Epaulet/Epaulette

FabSugar — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:33:33 -0700

Epaulet/Epaulette

n. An ornamental shoulder tab worn on military uniforms. Adapted to current fashion for a military look. A flat tab over shoulder, usually buttoned in place. Typically on raincoats/trenchcoats and other apparel. Of French origin.

Buy this J.Crew Cropped Trench, $198.

Definition: Lapel

FabSugar — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 05:10:33 -0700

Lapel

n. Extension of the garment that is sewn to the collar and folds back over the chest area. Typical in jackets and coats and also in some blouses and dresses. Notched lapel is the most classic. Higher fashion menswear lapels are semi or peaked, with sharply pointed extension. Collars arose from simple necklines to support neckwear, then were turned over into lapels starting in the late 18th century.

Take home this DKNY Metallic All Weather Trench Coat, on sale for $112 (originally $168).

Definition: Double-Breasted

FabSugar — Fri, 25 May 2007 15:02:22 -0700

Double-Breasted

n. Front closure of garment with wider lap of fabric and two vertical rows of buttons, one row for buttoning and the other for decorative effect. There is usually an inside button used to hold the inner layer of fabric in place. Pea coats and trench coats are traditionally double breasted.

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