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Who Wore It Better? Rick Owens Biker Jacket

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 06:00:22 -0800

Ashley Olsen has long been attached to her leather jackets - she wore one of her faves, her Rick Owens Biker Jacket, last November to celebrate a museum opening with Calvin Klein. Though she pared down for the new issue of GQ, Rachel Bilson used her jacket to stay cozy while shopping earlier this week in LA. Ash's look is red carpet-ready, while Rachel's is more girl-on-the-go: Which one wins you over?

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Fab's 10 Fall Essentials: Smooth Leather Jacket

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:00:22 -0700

I already broke it down as to why you need a maxi skirt this season, so allow me to preach on. When looking for outerwear pieces, a dope leather jacket is a serious Fall essential.

I've been looking for the perfect leather jacket all my life. I'm not being dramatic. The search was well worth it after finding this Rick Owens Shearling Bomber Jacket ($2,695).

This jacket is perfection in every way. I love the cozy shearling lining and the simple cut is timeless. The slight asymmetrical zipper is an expert special touch. How about wearing it with a flowy chiffon dress or ankle skimming pants? Be inspired.

Trend Alert: Asymmetrical Leather Jackets

FabSugar — Wed, 14 May 2008 06:00:22 -0700

What is it about leather jackets that make one look instantly cool? Maybe it penetrated our brain at a young age while we watched The Fonz in his tough leather jacket in Happy Days. Well, times have changed with women and men alike sporting this bad to bone outerwear. The off-center version of the classic jacket will give you a sexy, modernized look, a la Sarah Larson in Rick Owens. I dare you to be a bad gal and try out an asymmetrical leather jacket.

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Trend Alert: Candy Colored Times

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 03:50:22 -0700

Michelle Obama is a modern first lady with a keen fashion sense. But she's also a fun mom with candy colored times - and a "mouthwash" green Rick Owens jacket. Her Lavender Toy Watch ($195) proves she's lighthearted, and shall I say a bit sporty? Kinda makes me want to don a scrumptious colored watch when I'm riding waves and/or rollerskating. Fun for all!

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John Mayer, Secret Fashion Player, Take 2

FabSugar — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:00:22 -0700

You may or may not have been convinced John Mayer is a secret fashion player in my first story, so let's give it another go. Maybe a sexier photo will help? A sexier photo of Mayer with shopping bags?! I spot a Louis Vuitton bag amongst others carried by a tattooed, tan arm.

OK, down to business. In this edition, Mayer talks about how the Japanese are ahead of the fashion curve (true), gushes about a cool pair of LV pants he bought last year (was that what was in this bag?!), and continues to tell us his style tips . . .

The Japanese are so forward thinking.

"No, they are past-thinking. That’s what is so forward about it. The Japanese will put out magazines devoted to denim for the '50s. You will find full-on books, encyclopedic in nature, all about old motorcycle jackets from the '40s and '60s. So all they are really doing is going through time and finding the greatest version of something and then mass-producing."

What's in your closet?

"I have a closet that’s like the greatest collection of leather jackets and Belstaff's. I know everything down to the name of these jackets but I normally just throw on jeans and a t-shirt. I’m a big Rick Owens guy. Love Rick Owens."

And to hear style tips two, three, and four, read more.

"Number two. Every brand that at least has some solvency to have a store in NYC let’s say. Every single brand makes at least one garment that is worth owning. If you walk into a store because your friend wants to go into G-Star, no offense to G-star, look around and find the best G-star piece. Keep your eyes open. Don’t be a whore for labels. When it’s time, go into a store. Louis Vuitton makes one killer piece that looks nothing like Louis Vuitton every single year. Last year I bought this pair of racing pants. They are like the baggiest, coolest, cottony pants. They are billowy and have a tight hem. They are almost parachutey. Nothing like the LV design language. Everyone breaks design language one time per season. Find it, buy two of them.

"Number three. You never want to look like you bought all your stuff on the same day. Create a rotation. So you want to slowly move things into rotation, even if it means you don’t pop a tag for six months. Slowly move it into rotation. Don’t look like you are hanging out in Biscayne Bay. You know what I’m talking about? Don’t Biscayne Bay.

"Last one. It’s what I call 'long ago and hard to find.' That means, every two garments you buy every season, put them away. Don’t even think about popping them open. That means that a year and a half later when you break it out - assuming it wasn’t ever mass-produced - it will sort of juxtapose itself perfectly with the culture and the style of the day. People will say, Where’d you get that amazing jacket, and you’ll say it was hard to find two years ago. And that is how your style is untouchable."

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Funky Fashions at LA Fashion Week

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:00:22 -0700

LA Fashion Week is a lot smaller than say New York or Paris, but don't be fooled by its diminutive size. We spotted some fabulous collections overflowing with cutting-edge design and artistry. From Grecian gowns to Rick Owens-inspired jackets, LA had lots. Check out our favorite stuff from the week!

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Freaky or Fabulous? Nun Caps and Flippers at Ricks Owens

FabSugar — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 07:00:22 -0700

I was just praising Rick Owens for his delectable leather jackets, and now I have to switch gears due to the accessories in his Spring '09 collection. I get that he's avant-garde and always serves up extreme trends, but since when did nun caps become vogue? They're better left for Fraulein Maria if you ask me. As if the caps weren't enough, almost all of the models were sent down the runway in flipper-like leather boots. I love funky footwear but these are plainly unflattering. What's your opinion about Rick Owens's Spring accessories - freaky or fabulous?

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Fall Glimpse: Back to the Future

FabSugar — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:00:22 -0700

It was one of my favorite movies in the '80s and it is one of my favorite trends now. I don't really see myself in cosmic clothes, but I sure love looking at them. They're so sleek, so severe, so serious. True, they may be most appropriate for the cast of the Star Trek movie (wouldn't that be dope?), but whenever this trend resurfaces it reminds me that it is the future.

YSL's runway (left) was transfixing; architectural shapes, stiff fabrics, drones of models in uniform mop tops and new-wave shades. Others were more wearable - Ferragamo's slivers of metallic and straight jacket-esque creations and the renegades at Rick Owens.

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(L-R: Salvatore Ferragamo, Louis Vuitton, Rick Owens, Rodarte, Jil Sander)

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Online Sale Alert! Discounts at Designer Laundry

FabSugar — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:00:22 -0800

Rick Owens, Catherine Malandrino, Helmut Lang, Calvin Klein - these are just some of the designers whose goods are on sale at Designer Laundry. You'll mostly find jackets and dresses, with some bags and shoes sprinkled in.

What do you think about this Catherine Malandrino Lunar Print Dress, size 4 ($154, originally $280)? I think it would be a marvelous New Year's dress. If you agree, make it yours.

Fab's 10 Fall Essentials: Black Maxi Skirt

FabSugar — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:00:22 -0700

Confession: I've already gotten one. I was inspired by Jenni Kayne's Spring '09 collection. I love the long, lean silhouette and nonchalant feel. Think Rick Owens.

Today is the first official day of Fall, and for the next couple weeks we are going to count down our 10 Fall Essentials. So often friends and fams ask us what's new and exciting for the season. We realize fashion can be overwhelming, and we're happy to dwindle it down to 10 fantastic new additions that we're personally coveting and you should too.

I've already worn this skirt with a sexy nude tank top and layered jewelry; I also wore a cardi to add to the mellow vibe. I'm also thinking it would be cute with moccasin boots, chunky knit sweaters, and a cropped leather jacket. The possibilities are endless for this James Perse Maxi Skirt ($175).

Adam + Eve Zipper Detail Motorcycle Jacket Silver Crocodile - $695.00	Rick Owens Metallic leather biker jacket - $2,210.00
Mike & Chris Nolan Leather Jacket - $902.00	Collection Asymetrical Motorcycle Jacket - $398.00
Corpus Leather Moto Jacket - $550.00	CNC by Costume National Cropped 3/4 Leather Jacket in White - $838.00
Doma Motorcycle Jacket - $528.00	Twenty8Twelve By S.Miller Yves Leather Jacket in Flesh - $638.00
Rick Owens Sleeveless biker gilet - $1,480.00	Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Moto Jacket - $725.00
Mackage Brie Nylon Jacket - $285.00	Twenty8Twelve Yves Leather Jacket - $690.00

Toy Watch "Fluo" Fluorescent Watch - $195.00	Nouveau Watch - $8.50
Watch - $85.00	Ltd Pink Plastic Watch - $98.00
Orange Silicone Watch - $165.00	70s Watch - $30.00
TOCS Tocs Analog Two-Toned Round Watch - $75.00	Toy Watch "Fluo" Fluorescent Watch - $195.00
MARC by Marc Jacobs Mode Watch, Red/Purple - $225.00	TOYWATCH 'Plasteramic Collection' Fluorescent Watch - $195.00
Multifunction White Dial - $95.00