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A Fabby Halloween: Heroin Chic

FabSugar — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 07:00:22 -0700

It was the mid-90s and Kate Moss was the face of Calvin Klein. She and model James King (the blonde pictured below) were the poster children for the waifish, drug-addicted look that is "heroin chic." Pale shiny skin, dark circles under the eyes, messy hair, black clothes, and an affected bored look were all over fashion magazines of the time. In fact, it became so prevalent that President Clinton felt the need to decry the fashion industry for glamorizing heroin.

Throwing together some scuffed-up motorcycle boots, ripped and holey tights, a little tank dress, and a pea coat - all in black -is easy as pie. Ring your eyes with red and smudgy black, keep the hair bedhead-y, and wear some long fingerless gloves to cover up those imaginary track marks. Make sure you don't forget your handy dandy tourniquet and ciggy case. Voila! You're fashion at its worst...or best, depending on who you talk to!

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Fab Faces: Lara Stone

FabSugarUK — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:40:04 -0800

Lara Stone has shot to fashion stardom this year appearing on many catwalks including Miu Miu, Prada and Chanel and countless magazines. Most recently she scored the cover of Vogue UK where she discussed her previous battle with alcohol. Lara is said to be representing a change in mood with models as the focus shifts away from heroin chic. Click through to see Lara's Spring 2010 catwalk appearances and be sure to tell me what you think!

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"Fat" Kate Moss Is a Sign of Lean Times?

TresSugar — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:00:00 -0700

Kate Moss, fairly or not, has been a symbol for heroin-chic and anorexia since the mid-90s when, at the tender age of 14, her modeling career took off.

Making her the symbol for unhealthy thinness has always seemed unfair to me for many reasons. Some healthy teenagers are scrawny looking; Kate's body type has always been on the waifish side (especially compared to the size-six early '90s glamazons like Claudia Schiffer and Cindy Crawford); and since then, her slender '90s frame has been replaced by the truly skeletal clothes-hanger body types on the runway.

But her body and its symbolism is back on the table: a recent article makes a connection between a heftier Kate Moss (yes, that's supposed to be visual evidence right there) and the economic crisis. Want to understand the reasoning? Then read more.

People are describing Kate as fat not as an insult, but with admiration. According to researchers, in lean economic times, men prefer heavier women (to make up for their leaner wallets and hence, depleted egos); people are eating more processed food because it's cheaper and gaining weight; and counting calories seems too self-involved. Whatever the case, it's fascinating that we haven't stopped looking at Kate's body as a barometer of what's going on in culture. She must be used to it by now.

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Nars Launches Sexy Summer Range as the Brand Turns 15

BellaSugarUK — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:30:00 -0700

Get excited because today, Selfridges's is launching a two week sneak preview of the new Nars Summer 2009 Collection inspired by Francois Nars' love of the tropics. The nine products are chic, bold and seductive. He says, "The look for Summer 2009 is sophisticated, but colorful." There are three eye shadows, two lipsticks, a lip gloss, lip liner, nail polish and an amazing bronzer that makes a great addition to cult classics like Laguna, Casino and last season's bronzing multiple.

The star product of the group is clearly the tropic eye shadow. This enchanting teal blue flecked with sexy silver is captivating and different. I'm a little shy with blue shadow, so I think I'd wear it as an accent colour in the crease or as a liner. Do you wear blue eye shadow?

Also, to celebrate the 15th birthday of the brand and to promote the newbies, on 24th and 25th April, one of my favourite makeup artists Jane Richardson will be doing personal consultations. The costs is £10 to book, and is redeemable against purchase. I know I can't wait to pop over and say hi - do you think you will too you?

To see individual product shots from the collection, just read more.

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Tropic Single Eyeshadow (£15) is an electric teal powder shadow with hints of striking silver.
Scorching Sun Duo Eyeshadow (£23) contains two powder shadows: a rich burnt yellow-orange and a darker, apricot orange.
Irresistiblement Bronzing Powder (£21) is a new, deeper terracotta take on the classic cult bronzers laguna and casino.
Falbala Lipstick (£17) is a high-shine, bronzey-rose shade named after Astrix, a French comic book heroine.
Outsider Lipstick (£17) is a deep, shimmery coral.
Belize Lipgloss (£17) is a semi-sheer pale pink infused with specs of gold.
Tonga Lip Pencil (£14) is a creamy pink amber hue.
Adelita Nail Polish (£12.50) is a sparkly, opal pink that looks gorgeous when you wear it with Belize.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:00:22 -0700

40-plus women's shoes for Fall - Refinery29
Free speech: Hadley Freeman examines Cindy McCain’s wifely chic - Style File
Mulberry leopard Bayswater bag - Purse Blog
Film noir glamour for a modern day heroine - FashionTribes
Fall's tall, dark, and handsome - Fashionista
Sunglasses for everybody - stylelist
The politics of fashion: Do clothes have a place in the conversation? - Jezebel
Trendspotting: flare game - Teen Vogue Blog
Diane von Furstenberg runs for The Hills - fashionologie
Convention street style: day 3 - The Huffington Post Blog
Jimmy Choo Diane fringe tote - Bag Snob
Matthew Williamson to leave Pucci - fashion indie

Do You Prefer Selma Blair's Hair Short or Long?

BellaSugar — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:00:25 -0700

I have a feeling it might be hard to be Selma Blair's best friend. Not only is she an actress who's buddies with Marc Jacobs (just imagine, "So Marc said the funniest thing the other night..."), she also seemingly never has a bad hairstyle. A few months ago, she had a chic Fitzgerald-heroine crop; now she's wearing natural-looking extensions. I think she looks great both ways, even if being around her all of the time would make me want to wear a hat when my hair looks goofy. Which way do you prefer?

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Makeup Tips for Your Late 20s

BellaSugar — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 07:03:40 -0800

Hey, it's Shakira... looking a lot more vibrant this year than she did nearly six years ago-and it's all because of her hair and makeup choices. In this month's issue of Marie Claire, writer Ning Chao explores a few ways to use makeup to look younger.

It's a well-written story with straightforward tips, but I've gotta tell ya-it makes me a sad that she's only 28 and, in her words, feels like she's going downhill. I like to think of women in their late 20s like this: They might not be spring chickens anymore, but that's okay. They're more like... early-summer chickens. Plenty of cluck left!

With that said, some women do use makeup that's too harsh or too "bubblegum," which does them no favors. I think the best approach is one that makes the most of your youthful looks while acknowledging the fact that you're not 21 anymore. The Marie Claire article has some straightforward, helpful advice, and I'll share some of it with you when you read more

Go light on the powder. A little bit is fine, but stay away from an powdery matte foundation. “Too much powder can make a person look older," says Patrick McMullan, who has shot countless celebrities and models. “It’s particularly hideous at the end of the night. Heroin chic [heavy black liner and powdery white skin] might have looked very cool on a 19- or 16-year-old model, but on a 30-year-old woman, it just looked worn out.”
Use spot concealer. Instead of covering your whole face with foundation and concealer, use it only where you need it. (Be sure to find the right shade, like I did with Prescriptives Custom Blend.)
All-over shimmer is not your friend. “Formulas with shiny particles act like airport runway lights, illuminating every line, wrinkle, and pore,” says Lauren Hutton. She recommends it for the under-25 crowd, but I think it's difficult for anybody to pull it off. No matter what your age, use it sparingly, and only to highlight. Nobody needs a sparkly forehead.

These are only three tips, so check out the magazine story if you want more, my summer chickens.

A Fabby Halloween Round Up!

FabSugar — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 13:00:22 -0700

I'm no procrastinator but once October hits the rest of the year tends to fly by and I feel boggled down. I always find the time to stop and eat the candy once Halloween rolls around though - the holiday that encourages you to exhibit your creativity and release inhibitions. All week we showed you Fab and fast costumes and I promise there's still time to create a unique costume so next week we'll be continuing our Fabby Halloween series. In case you missed any:

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Christmas Comes Early for Kate Moss and Topshop

Molly — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 07:05:30 -0700

Kate Moss launched yet another line for Topshop, this time her Christmas collection (check out a peek at it here), in London last night. Kate was showing off her glamorous new 'do alongside friends like Naomi, Sadie Frost and Jade Jagger. That sequins number is getting me in the mood for the impending holiday party season, but we've got to get through that day at the end of this month first. Kate's come a long way since her 90's days with Calvin Klein, but her early modeling look will always be iconic and according to Fab, that "Heroin Chic" could even make a saucy and sassy Halloween costume. See how to make it work here and then check out the rest of her Halloween ideas - from Carrie Bradshaw to Dazed and Confused Senior B*tches. Only a few weeks left to get that costume ready!

To see more from the party including Jamie Cullum, Lily Allen, Sir Bob Geldof, Sophie Dahl just read more

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Images include Jade Jagger, Jamie Cullum, Kate Moss, Katherine Jenkins, Lily Allen, Naomi Campbell, Phillip Green, Sadie Frost, Sir Bob Geldof and Sophie Dahl.

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Chanel Not Renewing Contract with Kate Moss

PopSugar — Wed, 21 Sep 2005 08:28:49 -0700

Chanel Not Renewing Contract with Kate Moss
Chanel will continue to run the current campaign with the coke snorting Moss, but they have no future plans for more work. Maybe Calvin will bring the heroin chic look so Kate can get some work.