COUTURE FOR REAL LIFE: Nino Brand by Bela Shehu

It's fun to dish about Oscar dresses and swoon over couture confections.  But the true holy grail in fashion is finding clothes that fit well, function better, look good all day, don't cost a fortune--and wont' be seen on every other woman walking down the street.  What I'm looking for is just what Bela Shehu's created with her new Nino Brand.

On the rack, Bela's collection has the simple, unadorned lines that have always appealed to me.  Pockets hide in seams, plackets cover buttons, nothing interferes with the clean line.  On the body, these deceptively simple cuts flatter in a way you would think required all kinds of fancy tricks.  But no.  "In my clothes, there's no ruching, no gathering," says Bela.  "It's all in the cut.  Fabric--whether wool, silk, jersey--has a certain way it wants to drape. We'll take a trapezoid shape--looks like nothing when it's flat.  By shifting the neckline we redistribute the weight.  When you put it on, it comes to life."

The dress fits, it flatters, it moves with you.  And then, you forget about it and go on with your life.

For years Bela has ghost designed for top names in the wardrobe world.  One morning in bed she started writing out ideas for this new kind of look, based on flat pattern making.  And she's launching it in a new kind of way.  No boutique, as she did in the past.  No mainstream advertising. She's approaching a few exclusive stores, showing at trunk shows, growing through word of mouth. And best of all, Style Maniac readers, she's offering the line through Private Appointments in her studio or a Private Event in your home, for a significant discount off the retail price.  Which means this is actually couture you can put in your closet.

"What I'm building here is a heritage brand.  Forward thinking, but classic.  Timeless, well-constructed pieces that you can wear years from now," says Bela.

Clothes so well done, "they make you forget what you're wearing."




To schedule Private Appointments in the South Philadelphia studio or Trunk Shows in your home contact  
Nino Brand at 267-496-5208.  
More on the Nino Brand Facebook Page.



Top photo by Patrick Ibanez.  Bottom photo via Nino Brand Facebook Page.  All other photos by Doreen Creede. Source URL: http://thesoap-box.blogspot.com/2011/02/
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LADIES, Cast Your Votes

 
 

 
 
For tonight's Academy Awards (aka Style Maniac's Super Bowl) I'm heading off to my movie group's "Ballots, Bubbly & Bling" party.  So instead of posting my usual recap tomorrow, I thought I'd let you share in voting on our group's most popular category, which you won't find on the official Oscar ballot. Ladies, please cast your votes for Sexiest Male Movie Star Ever.  Above, some of my top contenders for the prize. Write-ins welcome.

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Prom Hairstyles

Every girls want to look amazing at prom nights. Prom hair updos will give them the final touch for their style performance at the important promenade night. The prom hairstyles updos are differentiate by the length of hair itself, then by the styles. For girl with medium length hair there are the most choices, for girl with long hair there are problems and the simple and easy prom hairstyles are for short hair.


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Braided Prom Hairstyles

You may have some problem to have long prom hairstyles, but there are plenty of hairstylist with expertize to do it all. Bangs can be added in front and side. Its your choice how your hair look cool. Girls with medium long hair do not have any problem to medium prom hairstyles at all, the most number of choices are here. they are half up and half down prom hairstyles, curly prom hairstyles, wavy prom hairstyles, braided prom hairstyles and even the simple easy prom hairstyles to do it your self. Some of the options are choppy mid length cut, Curled Locks, and Natural Wavy. Medium prom hairstyles also the best styles to add hair accessories like flower or simple crown. There are little options for short prom hairstyles.Texture short cut – This is cute, formal hair style. Short hair styles with plenty of texture and layers. Short hair style with fringe, and Pixie cut. It’s a very unique hairstyle that looks cool in the prom nights.Source URL: http://thesoap-box.blogspot.com/2011/02/
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Prom Hairstyles

Every girls want to look amazing at prom nights. Prom hair updos will give them the final touch for their style performance at the important promenade night. The prom hairstyles updos are differentiate by the length of hair itself, then by the styles. For girl with medium length hair there are the most choices, for girl with long hair there are problems and the simple and easy prom hairstyles are for short hair.


Prom Hairstyles



Curly Prom Hairstyles



Cute Prom Hairstyles



Half Up Half Down Prom Hairstyles



Easy Prom Hairstyles



Long Prom Hairstyles



Medium Prom Hairstyles



Prom Hairstyles For Short Hair



Short Prom Hairstyles



Black Prom Hairstyles



Braided Prom Hairstyles

You may have some problem to have long prom hairstyles, but there are plenty of hairstylist with expertize to do it all. Bangs can be added in front and side. Its your choice how your hair look cool. Girls with medium long hair do not have any problem to medium prom hairstyles at all, the most number of choices are here. they are half up and half down prom hairstyles, curly prom hairstyles, wavy prom hairstyles, braided prom hairstyles and even the simple easy prom hairstyles to do it your self. Some of the options are choppy mid length cut, Curled Locks, and Natural Wavy. Medium prom hairstyles also the best styles to add hair accessories like flower or simple crown. There are little options for short prom hairstyles.Texture short cut – This is cute, formal hair style. Short hair styles with plenty of texture and layers. Short hair style with fringe, and Pixie cut. It’s a very unique hairstyle that looks cool in the prom nights.

Prom hairstyles pictures on this post: prom hairstyles, curly prom hairstyles, cute prom hairstyles, half up half down updos, easy prom hairstyles, long prom hairstyles, medium prom hairstyles, prom hairstyles for short hair, short prom hairstyles, black prom hairstyles, and braided prom hairstyles.Source URL: http://thesoap-box.blogspot.com/2011/02/
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Prom Hairstyles

Every girls want to look amazing at prom nights. Prom hair updos will give them the final touch for their style performance at the important promenade night. The prom hairstyles updos are differentiate by the length of hair itself, then by the styles. For girl with medium length hair there are the most choices, for girl with long hair there are problems and the simple and easy prom hairstyles are for short hair.


Prom Hairstyles



Curly Prom Hairstyles



Cute Prom Hairstyles



Half Up Half Down Prom Hairstyles



Easy Prom Hairstyles



Long Prom Hairstyles



Medium Prom Hairstyles



Prom Hairstyles For Short Hair



Short Prom Hairstyles



Black Prom Hairstyles



Braided Prom Hairstyles

You may have some problem to have long prom hairstyles, but there are plenty of hairstylist with expertize to do it all. Bangs can be added in front and side. Its your choice how your hair look cool. Girls with medium long hair do not have any problem to medium prom hairstyles at all, the most number of choices are here. they are half up and half down prom hairstyles, curly prom hairstyles, wavy prom hairstyles, braided prom hairstyles and even the simple easy prom hairstyles to do it your self. Some of the options are choppy mid length cut, Curled Locks, and Natural Wavy. Medium prom hairstyles also the best styles to add hair accessories like flower or simple crown. There are little options for short prom hairstyles.Texture short cut – This is cute, formal hair style. Short hair styles with plenty of texture and layers. Short hair style with fringe, and Pixie cut. It’s a very unique hairstyle that looks cool in the prom nights.

Prom hairstyles pictures on this post: prom hairstyles, curly prom hairstyles, cute prom hairstyles, half up half down updos, easy prom hairstyles, long prom hairstyles, medium prom hairstyles, prom hairstyles for short hair, short prom hairstyles, black prom hairstyles, and braided prom hairstyles.Source URL: http://thesoap-box.blogspot.com/2011/02/
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Hair Products For Short Hair | Short Hairstyles

Even though you have found the perfect, cute, short haircut, it won’t take time to get messed up if you use the wrong kind of products. Female short hairstyles also need maintenance albeit not in a way that is required for long hair. A good conditioner, mousse, gel, sprays etc all help in creating the perfect look. So, go for in reputed brands when you make that purchase. Consult your hairstylist and know which products suit your short haircut. Look for herbal ones if you wish to avoid the harsh chemicals that may be found in most products today.

air Color:
Know your skin color before you opt to change the hair color. You may want to add some colored streaks for your short haircut, but it can turn to be a disaster if it does not blend with the skin. Colors can really help to enhance the hairstyle and help your very short haircuts look ultra glam, if done professionally.

Make up:
This is an important factor to consider for short hairstyle cuts. Very short haircuts bring more attention to your face. So, decide upon which are your best features and play upon them. If it’s the eyes, enhance them with good eye make up. If it’s your lips, you can enhance them with a good lip color.

Female short hairstyles look good with when combined with accessories. Long earrings or studs, chokers, chains, attractive pendants all help to bring the attention to the neck. A look through the malls would reveal a variety of options that you can use to decorate your short haircuts. Add some glitz to your hair locks with some trendy accessories.

So girls, its time to leave your worries behind and go in for a cute, short haircut that is bold, daring and makes you feel confident about yourself.


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