December, 2010

If you haven’t seen Black Swan yet, you definitely have to go out and watch it. Though dark and with squirmish nail biting scenes, this is hands down the best movie of the year! Natalie Portman is simply amazing in this role. And as with all influential movies, we couldn’t help but think of all the fashion trends the movie displays. Below are a few must haves of the season that were evident in the movie:

1. You can’t have a movie about swans without showcasing feathers and we definitely saw this trend in the movie as the ballerinas took center stage! 

2. Ballerina Flats-  Need we say more?

3.  Bodysuits are definitely coming back in all sorts of fabrics and looks.

4.  More feathers, you ask? YES! Accessories have definitely played a huge role in todays trends and feathered headpieces have been all the rage these past few seasons!

5.  And last but not least shrugs, whether feathered, textured, or smooth, were seen in a variety of styles throughout the season.

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Benii Boutique has FREE shipping for the Holidays and this is a great time to take advantage and buy our top looks!!

If you’re looking for something to wear for the Holidays or New Years? Look no further! Here are our top picks for Holiday Looks:

10.Cow Neck_Backless Dress– The Holidays always call for something feminine and conservative, yet many of us still want to feel sexy…. in a subtle way of coures! You don’t have to bare it all to have sex appeal, so this is a great look for all those ladies who want to look and feel sexy without showing too much.

9. Natural and neutral colors are whats in for the season, but for some of us that just doesn’t express our joy for the Holidays! So whats the perfect solution to this?! The Multicolored Strapless-Flowy Print Dress, it’s not too bold, not too bright , but just a great flair of color to lighten up your mood! This dress is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a sexy, subtle, hint of color!

8. If Chic is the look you’re going for, then we’ve got the perfect dress for you!! This Two Tone Dress with a Pleated Skirt, is uber comfortable yet embodies classic chic. Not too dressy and not too casual, but instead comfortably chic;  the effortless look is definitely what makes this dress so appealing!

7. If you’re one of those ladies that loves the comfort of side pockets to rest your hands without doing away with femininity and style, the Gathered One Shoulder- Waist Dress is the definition of perfection! See for yourself!

6. If you’re looking for THE ideal party dress, we’ve got the trendiest look of the season—-> the Black Strapless Cocktail Dress ! This look has been a huge hit throughout this season and a definite must have! Very Chic, very trendy, and very flirtatious! We guarantee you will <3 it!

5. We can’t mention Holiday looks without mentioning accessories! Adding a hint of glamour doesn’t mean you have to break the bank! We’ve got a great solution for a chic touch to finish off that perfect look! Check out our Black and Sequins Headpiece, which adds a hint of glimmer! Perfect to give as a gift too!!

4. Don’t want to wear a dress? Then try these great versatile pieces, the Shoulder Zipper Top with this Lacy High Waisted Pencil Skirt. Both pieces can be dressed up or down and are great to keep around from season to season.

3. We just can’t get enough of white/pearl this season and so there’s really no other reason why we suggest this dress other than the fact that it’s light colored and gorgeous!! The black elastic waistband cinches and accentuates the waist while the rest of the dress sits comfortably on the body (great way to camouflage all that food you end up eating!) We definitely suggest checking it out! Pearl Dress with Black Straps and Waistband

2. Animal print has been IN this whole season and though we love us some animl print, we prefer the toned down version much more. ( You don’t want to look like a cougar during the Holidays! =/) And this look definitely has that appeal! The Animal Print Flowy Dress, keeps it very trendy, yet very feminine and sweet, a perfect combination for a Holiday Party!

1. And our # 1 Holiday Pick iiiiiiissssss (drum roll please), the One Shoulder Softly Pleated Dress. This gorgeous RED HOT dress is PERFECT for the holidays! It makes a great statement without being too racy! The one shoulder look is very popular and the pleated skirt gives it that great feminine touch we’ve been ranting about!! It’s perfect in so many ways and we just. can’t. say. it. enough!

Who doesn’t love Roberto Cavalli?  Not only has he been an amazing designer for the past 40 years, but he has also done revolutionary work in the fashion industry such as inventing and patenting a printing procedure on leather, in which he started creating patchworks of different materials when he began his career (wiki).

Today he continues to do evolutionary work, consistently influencing fashion and showcasing amazingly sexy pieces every season.  

His RTW line for Summer/Spring 2011 is a great example of  usually sexy and revealing looks as he showcases sexiness in a high end bohemian-like style. And I’m sure you’ll agree, all the pieces look amazing; I just can’t decide which piece is my favorite!???  Take a look at his Summer/Spring 2011 fashion show below and decide for yourself!

So we are wrapping up about 2 months of working with Launch Arte, (www.LaunchArte.com) a company created to give Artists, Designers and Entrepreneurs an outlet to be discovered. LAUNCH Miami Market is a branch of LAUNCH ARTE giving the community direct access to the talent that lives and works locally.

It’s been a GREAT avenue for us and for up and coming designers/artists as well! So here’s a shout out to Launch Arte and its amazing founders Alex and Chelsea, for being soo fantastic and innovative!

For those of you that are not familiar with this market, you can check us out every Saturday from 12pm- 6pm in the heart of Midtown Miami at 121 NE 36th Street @ The Holy Cross Santa Cruz Church.

We showcase new looks every week with great give aways and sales! Hope to see you there!

http://miamiglamour.com/launcharte.com/

Below are a few guidelines you should always follow:

1. Never wear a belt that is too tight! It doesn’t look appealing and it only makes you look heavier.

2. You should always wear a belt around the smallest area of your midsection. This will help slim down your torso and smooth out your figure. (Exception – if you wear it below your waistline and around your pants make sure it does not create a “muffin top” effect. That’s a definite No No!)

3. For full figured shapes, wide belts with a stretchy material usually work best. You also want to stay away from really colorful belts and instead opt for darker colors, which deflect attention from your midsection but still smooth out your figure.

4. For boyish figured shapes, thin belts are usually more flattering and tend to give the illusion of an hourglass shape. Try to stay away from wide belts that overwhelm your body; you want to wear the belt not vice versa.

5. Positioning belts on the hip can look great if done correctly. This look usually works best with wovens and tunics. Knits should be out of the question unless you’re Jessic Biel and you have an outrageously fit figure.

Check out this great video on how to put together a few different looks with a variety of belts