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Fab Flash: Stephen Jones Tips His Hat to Audrey Tautou

FabSugar — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:00:22 -0700

Stephen Jones has taken a role in the highly anticipated film, Coco Before Chanel featuring Audrey Tautou. The sought-after milliner, who has designed head pieces for some of the top fashion houses including Mugler, Gaultier, and Christian Dior, will be creating hats for our little French Fabcon in the upcoming biopic.

"She will make a wonderful Chanel, she is equally as petite. We have had to adjust everything. We put a little flower on her head and it looked like a cushion," said Jones. We can't wait to see his millinery madness!

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Coco Before Chanel: More Than Just a Fashion Flick

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:50:22 -0700

I thought I had a good handle on the woman, the legend, Coco Chanel: Gabrielle, a magical seamstress, androgynous, smoker. Little did I know when I sat down to see Coco Before Chanel that I was going to embark on an emotional roller coaster - beautiful, deep, tear-inducing.

Naturally, a big part of the film is the wardrobe, but don't go expecting extravagance. Remember, this is Coco before Chanel, when she would make hats at home and sew her clothes out of her lover's closet. Menswear influences - bow-ties, vests, bowler hats - are major players. Pearls and tweed came much later; perhaps there should be a sequel, Coco After Chanel.

Read my review and see more photos.

Get the Look: Coco Avant Chanel

CasaSugar — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:00:43 -0700

When it comes to movies, I'm a sucker for beautiful sets and stunning costumes. That's partially why I'm so excited about seeing the biopic about Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel's early years, Coco Avant Chanel. Starring Audrey Tautou as well as many fabulous costumes, which were created by Catherine Leterrier, this film opens in the US in mid-September. I was so taken with the costumes that I decided to see how I could translate Leterrier's lovely creations to the home world.

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Are You Excited to See Coco Before Chanel?

FabSugarUK — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:44 -0700

The most exciting fashion film of the year has to be Coco Avant Chanel starring the gorgeous Audrey Tautou. The French film has gathered a lot of hype throughout it's production owing to an impressive wardrobe and a little guidance from Karl Lagerfeld. We've already seen stills from the film and it is finally released across the UK on 31st July. Here is the English trailer which is sure to get you intrigued, I can't wait to see it – are you excited?

FABTV: Coco Avant Chanel Movie Trailer

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:00:22 -0700

After much anticipation, the first Coco Avant Chanel movie trailer starring our fabulous Fabcon, Audrey Tautou, has finally released. The preview is in French, but that doesn't mean we can't come to our own conclusions about the plot. We do know it focuses on her earlier life, growing up and the budding stages of the house of Chanel. Judging from the steamy love scenes, crazy fights, and decadent clothes, I gather this to be an amazing period romance filled with action, love, and betrayal. But that's just my opinion. The film premieres in France April 22 and a US release date is still to be decided. Enjoy!

Friday Fab News Roundup!

FabSugar — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:50:22 -0700

Coco Chanel: A life on camera - Guardian UK
Why a posh store is selling on eBay - WSJ
Gilles Bensimon's new gigs - FWD
Elie Tahari designs a dress inspired by Michelle Obama - Vogue UK
Buyer sues Louis Vuitton after discovering that his $12,000 Murakami prints came from repurposed materials - LA Times
Meisel and his muses - New York Times
Which fashion designers would make it in the movies? - Guardian UK
Top designers urge backing for piracy bill - WWD
Vivienne Westwood launches five new bridal gowns - Vogue UK
First Look: Lulu Frost + Loft - Nylon

Celebrity Style: Audrey Tatou

FabSugar — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:00:11 -0700

Isn't Audrey a vision in Chanel? At the Paris premiere of the hotly anticipated Coco Chanel bio-flick, Coco Avant Chanel, she wore a black-and-white floral frock from Lagerfeld's Spring couture collection. She contrasted the prim with a not-so-prim cropped black leather jacket. Swirly black leather Sergio Rossi sandals and a green cocktail ring make for unique accessories. We haven't seen our Fabcon in a while, and can't wait to see more premiere looks from the pseudo Coco.

Jones New York Sleeveless Belted Floral Dress - $159.00	Silence & Noise Quilted Bomber - $128.00
Sergio Rossi Shoes - $890.00	Kenneth Jay Lane Green Headlight Ring - $58.00
Lisa Freede Thin Eternity Ring - $37.00	Chanel black quilted satin flap shoulder bag - $2,360.00

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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Love It or Hate It: Audrey's Big Black Bow

BellaSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:00:00 -0700

I can only dream of having thick, wavy hair like Audrey Tautou, but in the meantime, I'll just admire it from afar. At last night's LA premiere of Coco Avant Chanel, Audrey accessorized that enviable cute and flirty wavy pixie with a silky black bow with multiple folds. Notice how the placement and dark color of this hair accent almost mimics the texture and dark tones of the actress's short locks. It's almost as if it's an extension of her hairstyle. But what do you think of Audrey's scrunched accessory? Is it stylishly quirky, or a bit too offbeat?

Behind the Seams: Coco Before Chanel Party

FabSugarUK — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 06:00:26 -0700

The long awaited movie Coco Before Chanel opens across the UK tomorrow as we finally get to learn about the iconic designer as portrayed by Audrey Tautou. Last night, fashionistas gathered in London's Charlotte Street Hotel to celebrate over a few glasses of champagne. Click through to see a few images from the party and maybe I'll see you at the flash mob event later today!

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Audrey Tautou Hops the Night Train With Chanel

BellaSugar — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:00:33 -0700

As the best-selling perfume in the world, Chanel N°5 is a true classic. And in a bit of French serendipity, the new face of the fragrance, Audrey Tautou, stars in the forthcoming film Coco Avant Chanel. While the film hasn't opened, here's a taste of Audrey and Chanel together. Train De Nuit is an extended commercial directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, who directed the actress in her famous role as Amélie Poulain. In it, Audrey and a dreamy stranger take the night train to Istanbul (not Constantinople), where romance is in the air. Check out the spot - it's more like a beautiful short film than a promo-heavy commercial - and flip through this collection of storyboard sketches for a fun look into the filmmaker's creative process.

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