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Casa Verde: Droog Rag Chair

CasaSugar — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:00:08 PDT

The next time you find yourself in the need of new furniture, you can refrain from opening your mailbox in search of a shelter catalog or from typing a URL into your browser. That's right, you might already have the materials needed for "new" furniture sitting in your home . . . or your hamper. That is, according to Droog. The Droog Rag Chair ($5,500) is made from layers of 15 bags of unique, upcycled rags. And, if you like, they can be your own rags; you have the option of recycling your own rags to be included in the design. Now you have a use for that free Capital One T-shirt you got when you signed up for a credit card at a festival booth . . .

Blair Glams Up the Gossip Girl Set in Princess-Worthy Oscar de la Renta

Hannah Weil — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:39:40 PST

The latest from the Upper East Side set is Blair's most glamorous since the royal Vera Wang wedding gown. We spotted Blair hitting the Gossip Girl set (and locking lips with Lonely Boy - gasp!) in a dreamy pink-princess confection from Oscar de la Renta's Resort 2012. Since half the fun of the Upper East Side drama is what everyone is wearing, we're delving into season five's best looks. Some, like Blair's latest may be more fantasy than shopping reality, but in every episode there's also a chance to get our hands on something Serena, Blair, or the rest of the show's stylish ensemble has worn. From Mulberry to Marc Jacobs, Rag & Bone, and Louis Vuitton - and thanks to Eric Daman's brilliant styling - every episode unfolds with a cast of enviable designer goodies. Now they might actually be yours - just click through for the amazing Gossip Girl style moments, and if you're tempted, shop away!

Photos courtesy of the The CW

Runway to Reality: Spring's Sporty-Chic Trend Under $150

Brittney Stephens — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:16:36 PST

From Isabel Marant's cool, colorful layers to Alexander Wang's perennial sporty-girl swagger, the runways were rife with easy, athletic pieces in hyperchromatic hues - playing the perfect juxtaposition for Spring's otherwise sweet, feminine fare. Fluid racerback tanks and bikini tops were paired under flouro mesh tees at Rag & Bone, and there was no shortage of slick, skintight knits on Wang's runway. It's a youthful, confident look that doesn't skimp on the sex appeal - and luckily, you can achieve the sporty-chic trend for Spring without breaking the bank or a sweat. Click through the widget below to shop our under-$150 picks now.

3.1 Phillip Lim Cotton shorts - $125.00	Splendid Neon Yellow Vintage Whisper Racerback Top - $95.00
MICHAEL Michael Kors Zip Anorak - $150.00	Lisa Marie Fernandez Elisa neoprene racer-back dress - $430.00
Deena & Ozzy Crosswire Flatform Sandal - $59.00	Zip Front Jersey Skirt - $50.00
ASOS Mini Dress With Stripe Mesh - $62.67	Mesh-Inset Hacci Top - $19.99
Dear Marlene Bikini Bottoms - $118.00	Neoprene Crossbody Bag - $70.00
Neoprene Circle Skirt by Boutique - $140.00	Cord and Chain Bangle - $38.00
Pamir Petal Combo - $129.00	Ponte Side Stripe Leggings - $36.00
Scratch Windbreak Jacket - $89.00	Viscose Blend Lightweight Color Block Tank - $115.00
Nooka Unisex ZUB-ZIRC-NG-20 Zub Zirc Neon Green PolyurethaneWatch - $130.00	Short Pippa Skirt - $44.00
Long anorak - $109.90	Sporty Suede Colorblock Wedge Ankle Boots - $130.00
BB Dakota Naple Twill Blazer - $83.00	BDG Fitted Baseball Tee - $34.00
Splendid Sahara cotton-jersey shorts - $72.00	ASOS Runner Short in Chair Print - $44.76
VPL Insertion stretch-cotton soft-cup bra - $95.00	Forever 21 Storm Flap Windbreaker Jacket - $34.80
T By Alexander Wang Sport Mesh Long Sleeve Tee - $120.00	J. Renee Clutch - $99.00
ASOS BLACK Neoprene High Neck Shift Dress - $152.19	ASOS Shorts with sporty Detailing - $35.81
Forever 21 Colorblocked Sandals - Sold Out	UO Colorblock Bustier Bikini - $42.00

2011 New York Fall Fashion Week: Rag & Bone

Noria Morales — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:00:05 PST

The Rag & Bone show is massive, and it has to be considering its loyal following of editors, It girls and boys, supermodels like Erin Wasson and Jessica Stam - who watch from the front row instead of walking - and ultra cool celebs like Alexa Chung. The Thom Yorke soundtrack suggested a dark and serious show, but what ended up coming down the runway was a rather madcap hunting expedition in the Scottish Highlands. At least that's what I thought until I got the scoop from designer Marcus Wainwright after the show. There were plaid kilts, lots of leather trim, sculpted shift dresses, leg warmers, and even a varsity jacket to keep it sporty. It was a much more rugged collection than last Fall, but there were some luxurious pieces, like an ivory shearling hooded vest and a slew of fantastic leather platform boots.

Trends: Shearling, leather trim, fur sleeves, varsity jackets, '70s ski, Scottish Highland chic, Eskimo.
Colors: Ivory, brown, rust, royal blue.
Key Looks: Anything with shearling.
Accessories: Calf-length brown leather boots with canvas detailing; hooded capelets./li>
Who Would Wear It: Chic women who drive Land Rovers and drink beer after a day of skiing.

Rag & Bone Fall 2011 Runway at New York Fashion Week

FabTV — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:14:35 PST

Marked by bold colors, covetable outerwear, and eye-catching patterns like oversize tartan and stripes, Rag & Bone's Fall 2011 collection was truly a sight to behold. The front row was packed with It girls like Erin Wasson, Jessica Stam, and Alexa Chung, and the runway was ripe with directional ensembles topped off by messy side-braids. To see all the dynamic looks, watch our complete coverage now!

Fab Interview! Two Fabulous Minutes with Marcus Wainwright of Rag & Bone

Noria Morales — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:10:05 PST

Backstage after the Rag & Bone show, designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville broke open bottles of Peroni, and David's children ran around avoiding the cavalry of people packing up the 35-look Fall collection that had just debuted on the runway. It felt more like an intimate family gathering than the close to one of New York's most anticipated shows, and Fab snagged an impromptu chat with Marcus.

FabSugar: Is Peroni a choice or a sponsored beer?
Marcus Wainwright: I wish it was a sponsored beer and you can publish that. I drink two beers, Peroni and Asahi, and neither of them sponsored but it would be good if they did.

FS: My takeaway from the show was that of a madcap hunting expedition in the Scottish highlands. What was the real inspiration for your show?
MW: It started with the Inuit Eskimoes and Saami in northern Sweden and Norway, balanced with '70s skiing. And a lot English fabrics, that's where the tartan came in, and Japanese and American twisted fabrics.

FS: Is there any uniform you love to see women in?
MW: Not specifically. I just think women just should wear clothes that they feel really comfortable and special in. I think girls that go wrong don't look great, when they try too hard. It's not a specific look, everyone just has their own personal style. You just need to own it.

Shop It Out: Hart of Dixie

Lucky — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:54:26 PST

Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story on getting Hart of Dixie's style from our friends at Lucky!

We started watching Hart of Dixie because of actress, style star and sometimes-rapper Rachel Bilson-as well as the promise of her character's Rag & Bone-filled “New York” wardrobe. But we ended up totally obsessing over Jaime King’s mean girl character Lemon Breeland. She constantly terrorizes short shorts-wearing Bilson, yet we still can’t help but like her-and her Southern Belle wardrobe.

King’s former career as a model probably helps her make the '50s happy housewife look come across as modernly hip, despite the fact that Lemon’s closet seems to only consist of pink flower hair clips, pastel cardigans, floral tea party dresses and flowy tie-front georgette blouses. While wearing the complete Lemon look every day of the week might be a bit much, it would be fun to mix a piece or two into your wardrobe.

Lemon Breeland never met a floral garden party dress she didn't like.

Bridget Circle Dress, $385, Milly, millyny.com

Click over to Lucky to see and shop the whole story.

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Before and After: How to Wear Makeup For the Perfect Picture

Allie Merriam — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:03:23 PST

I've sometimes wished a professional makeup artist was on hand for a consultation before my photo was taken. The opportunity for that to actually happen arose this week, when Revlon's Global Artistic Director Gucci Westman volunteered her makeover services. Gucci, who's worked with the likes of Cameron Diaz and Kim Kardashian, walked me through the steps she used to get my visage ready for the camera. She shared some beauty tips - and revealed how she's prepping to survive another Fashion Week - just before a portrait session with photographer Michael Fine began.

I presented Gucci with a relatively bare face, which you can see at right.

To read Gucci's tips, and to see the results of her hard work, just read on.

Check Out Rag & Bone's Cool-Girl Pre-Fall Collection!

Hannah Weil — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:41:50 PST

Rag & Bone's slick separates always leave us enamored, so you can imagine our excitement when we laid eyes on the brand's latest collection. Take an exclusive first look at some of the pieces styled by Moda Operandi's Fashion Director, Roopal Patel. The resulting ensembles are the kind that would make anyone's wardrobe infinitely cooler. With slick leather separates, striped suiting, and the ultimate pair of everyday booties, this collection speaks to the effortlessly on-trend, hitting that covetable sweet spot that Rag & Bone does so well - mixing both the polished and the edgy with effortless appeal. Just click through to see how Roopal's styled the label's latest pieces, plus a look at the whole Pre-Fall collection - then click over to Moda Operandi to shop all of your favorite looks.

Buzz Lines: What's Your Favorite Quote From Pretty Woman?

Lizzie Fuhr — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 03:05:00 PST

Pretty Woman is the ultimate rags-to-riches chick flick. Business mogul Edward cruises Hollywood Blvd. and picks up Vivian, a tough, mouthy call girl with gorgeous red tresses (under her blond wig). What starts off as a "business" proposition turns into an improbable romance that we never get tired of watching. There are so many memorable lines from this much-loved flick, but somehow we've managed to choose a few of our favorites. Check 'em out, then chime in with your own!

"We have nothing for you here." - Rude saleslady
"I want the fairy tale." - Vivian
"You and I are such similar creatures Vivian. We both screw people for money." - Edward