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All You Need Is A One-Piece!

FabSugar — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 13:45:55 -0700

One-piece swimsuits are definitely having a comeback! This week's Life and Style takes inspiration from the sexy Eres swimsuit Penelope Cruz wore while vacationing on the beach. Their picks are all great, but I especially love the hourglass-shaped plum suit from Victoria's Secret - that one-piece shape always makes you look like you have the tiniest waist!

To see some more of my favorite one-pieces, read more

Found: Stephanie Pratt's Funky One Piece

FabSugarUK — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 06:00:50 -0700

Earlier in the week, I spotted pictures of Stephanie Pratt catching some rays in a very stylish one-piece. The Hills star was spotted on a beach in San Diego showing that a swimsuit is not only reserved for your local swimming baths!

It was bright yellow and featured cut out detail which was softened with a draped neckline. The luxury handkerchief swimsuit is by Shay Todd (£215) and also available in deep purple (which I actually prefer).

It would look great when you're posing poolside. You could dress it up with an oversized hat, gold bangles and metallic sandals for a very glamorous ensemble. What do you think of this unique swimwear?

Fabucci Metallic Triple Cutout Maillot: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Wow - words cannot express the utter love/hate relationship I have with this Fabucci Metallic Triple Cutout Maillot, ($240). I love the cut-out shape, but I absolutely abhor the color. Seriously, metallic lavender?! This bathing suit would look so much nicer in a solid black. What relationship do you have with this?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

2010 Spring: Calvin Klein, CK Jeans, and CK Underwear

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:30:22 -0800

Clean. Precise. Minimal. Three terms Calvin Klein wants you to use when describing its Spring '10 collection. Staying true to the house's less-is-more aesthetic, Francisco Costa has delivered a line of basics with a sexy utilitarian nature. You'll find organic fabrics and most colors of the rainbow: sand, white, and khaki as staples, canary, melon, poppy, fuchsia, turquoise, and cobalt as accents. Drawstring cargos, denim vests, fitted blazers, parkas, denim judo pants, and shirt dresses are all solid. But one print piece stands out as the cool black sheep: a black-and-white, tie-dye dress that's feminine and bold.

Swimsuits are also part of the Spring family - a two-piece in warm gray and a one piece in solid gray or gray Bengal print. The handbags are equally minimal; hobos, totes, and rounded clutches are smooth and unstructured, with gold and silver hardware. Wooden-stacked heels and flat sandals are au naturel and sporty.

To see more from Calvin Klein's Spring '10 line, read more.

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Online Sale Alert! 30 to 50% off at American Apparel

FabSugar — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 05:00:22 -0700

I've been on the hunt for a cute monokini for Summer. I was psyched when I came across this American Apparel Nylon Tricot Cut-Out Swimsuit ($20, originally $38). Right now, a plethora of swimsuits and other great basics at American Apparel are offered at a deep discount. Act fast Fabbies!

Do You Fancy One-Piece Bathing Suits?

FabSugar — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:22:22 -0800

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How Do You Cover Up Your Beach-Bound Baby Bump?

LilSugar — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 06:00:05 -0700

Expectant mamas don't let a little thing like a baby bump keep them from playing some beach blanket bingo. Celeb mamas may not stress as much as the rest of us over their typical waterside fashion, but their selections are all over the map when they are pregnant. While Britney Spears and Nicole Richie opted for the bikini, letting their bellies steal the show, Gwen Stefani kept hers under wraps while accompanying her boys down to the water. Tell us, what type of maternity swimsuit do you choose on a perfect beach day?

Swimming With Shoshanna

FabSugar — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:00:22 -0700

It's bikini season and you know what that means . . . it's time to decide on your Summer '09 swimwear look. I've been really into prints lately - loud, bright, saucy prints. What's your style du jour? If you need any enlightening or encouraging, we've got swim pro designer Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss to deliver some Fab swimsuit tips. Also, if you're in NYC, head over to 231 W. 39th Street, Suite 422, to find 75 percent off Shoshanna Collection and Swimwear. Sale ends Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Now, let's dive into Shoshanna's swim tips!

How many swimsuits do you own?

I own way too many swimsuits to count!!! All Shoshanna, of course!!!

What are the key swim trends to look for this Summer?

Look for bright pop colors like neon pink, orange, and green. Tribal prints are popular as well as ditsy floral prints, big bohemian florals, and graphic black and white.

How do you prevent swimsuit wedgies?

Prevent wedgies by wearing the right size. Not too big and not too small. Should be snug, but not tight.

What advice do you have for a girl who isn’t comfortable with her beach body?

A bathing suit is a bathing suit, it’s never going to cover that much! You can do lots of things to cover up area’s you are insecure about. Throw on an Elizabeth and James button down, Anlo jean shorts, or a Mexican embroidered dress. If you are insecure about your bottom, thrown on a cute skirt. If you want to cover up your arms, a 3/4 sleeve tunic will do just the trick. Also, accessorize your outfit with some beachy jewelry, like gold necklaces or bangles to look super chic.

To read more of Shoshanna's tips, read more.

How do you find a swimsuit that flatters your shape?

Big Busted: Look for halters which offer the most support. Also look for boning and underwire which will act like a bra and securely hold you in place. Curvy: Look for one pieces with ruching to slim your middle. When shopping for bikini's stick to bottoms with tie strings so they are easily adjustable. Flat Chested: Strings are most flattering. If you want to enhance your chest, look for ruffles or ruching which will create the illusion of a bigger chest.

Do you think it’s worth buying an expensive bathing suit (yours) versus a cheap one (H&M)? Does it make a difference?

There are two factors to think about: quality and fit/sizing issues. H&M is very generic and sold as sets. Our collection offers 13 different sizes and are sold as separates so we give customers more options. Shoshanna bathing suits are also constructed with the highest quality materials. We use a special boning and underwire that provides amazing support.

What are some general tips for purchasing swimwear?

Cotton bathing suits are more for show. They will take a long time to dry compared to a polyester/Spandex blend. Accept that sizes will vary, even from the same label.

LC and Lo Take on Lacrosse

PopSugar — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0700

Lauren Conrad and Lauren Bosworth embraced their sportier sides for the National Pro Lacrosse Tour BBQ at the Sierra Mist Beach House in LA yesterday. The girls tried their hands at a little lax, but it looks like they felt more comfortable posing with their sticks in their swimsuit cover-ups. Lo gave us a peek at her two piece, but it's LC who is in the running for hottest bikini body of 2009 - be sure to vote in round one of our bracket now for a chance to win a new iPhone!

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Trend Alert: One Shoulder Swimsuit

FabSugarUK — Tue, 12 May 2009 01:30:44 -0700

This Summer the ‘80s trend is hitting the beach as one shoulder tops get a swimwear makeover, as the one piece swimsuit. If you’re not comfortable with revealing your stomach then a one piece is a great alternative. In recent years designers have begun to realise that not all women want to be exposed in a triangle bikini so have upped their game with swimsuits.

This means that your options no longer resemble olympic style garments, instead it can be quite classic like this black number by Dorothy Perkins (£16). Alternatively, if you want to make a statement Marks and Spencer have a cool animal print option (£29.50). What do you think of the one shoulder swimsuit?

One Shoulder Swimsuit - £28.00	Linea Animal one shoulder swimsuit - £38.00
Black one shoulder swimsuit - £16.00	Lift and Shape Leopard Print Single Shoulder Strap Swimsuit - £29.50
Asymmetric swimsuit - £15.00	Animal Print Swimsuit - £18.00
Norma Kamali One-shoulder Swimsuit - £255.00	Metallic One Shoulder Swimsuit - £16.00