OPI has a new feature on their website that allows users to “try on” different fingernail polish shades. (You have to go to the toolbar at the bottom of the site, www.opi.com, and click “Try it on studio”) You can choose from hundreds of colors and figure out what you like best.
You can also adjust the skin tone on the hand and the length of the nails to fit your own. I’ve heard of online beauty shopping before, but this is just taking it to the next level!
bevello’s newest (and only) sister store is now officially up-and-running in North Carolina’s historical booming metropolis (…maybe not), Winston-Salem. Live in “the Dash”? Lucky you! The store is bigger than the Cameron Village location, and you know what that means: more clothes!
We’re featuring the same great deals that you already know and love: up-and-coming designs, friendly associates and a shopping experience that is as fun as going through your best (and most fashionable) friend’s closet.
The Winston-Salem location is managed by Natalie Braswell (a transplant from the Raleigh location and a Winston-Salem native) with the help of Jaci Gentile, an Elon journalism graduate and bevello’s newest associate. Also an integral part of the team is the bve-ws intern, Sarah Lafferty, a recent NCSU graduate with expertise in marketing and event promotions.
If you are in the area, be sure to stop in, check out the fabulous apparel and introduce yourself to our team. We can’t wait to see you!
Mark your calendars: the grand opening of the Thruway location will be Thursday, November 19th from 7 to 9 p.m.
bevello #2 in all her glory
Earrings and belts sharing a shelf
The jewelry corner @ wsbve
A Shelf of Dish…Jeans
Crisp fall colors work together to bring an autumnal feel to these racks
Work by local artist Stephanie Andrews…for sale!
Front right side of the store
A mannequin in a cardigan
There’s never a shortage of fixtures (or clothes) here!
Tomorrow is the last day of July. Sigh. How depressing is that?
The harsh reality is that summer is winding down… but don’t let it go without a fight. I’m thinkin’ you need one more brand-spankin-new summer top to keep the season alive. Yes, most certainly!
Cue what could possibly be the cutest sleeveless of the season: the sunray yellow dove tank by Voom, an up-and-coming independent designer.
I saw this tank at the bevello store last week and, let me tell you, it is probably the cutest thing you’ve ever seen. I mean, it’s got two birds on it — so adorable! It’s made of a super lightweight and breathable cotton. The empire waist is super flattering, too. And the straps? Yeah, they’re made of braided white-and-navy ropes.
It’s even got a tie in the back! Oh, I am such a sucker. The pastel yellow is so summery — it will pick your spirits right up! Wear it solo, or layer it with a nice wrap, like this blue Frenzii frock, also available at bevello.com:
So, what do you say? Squeeze every last drop of warm, sunny fun out of the season. Aye!
If any of you have yet to see Confessions of A Shopaholic, please march to your nearest Redbox and rent it. RIGHT NOW. Seriously, talk about missing out on a life experience.
The movie features a budding journalist, Rebecca Bloomwood (played by the adorable Isla Fisher…lets ignore the fact that she’s married to Borat), who has, um, a bit of a shopping problem. (Eerily familiar…) She takes a job writing as a financial journalist and is able to relate to her readers by writing about the perils and joys of shopping. It’s seriously the cutest movie ever. I drug my boyfriend to see it with me on Valentine’s day and even he, Mr. I Hate Chick Flicks Solely Based Upon Principle, enjoyed it. And it will really make you want to shop, so you may need to hide your Visa.
Check out the trailer:
Anyone else seen any good fashion-related movies lately?
Bve,
Kelly
It’s no secret that belts are no longer used to hold your pants up or spruce up the space between your belt-loops. But you know what? I think I like the current alternative is even better.
I used to be a non-believer in wearing belts outside of your shirts. But I’m definitely coming around! (And yes, I know I’m about 2 years late.) Bevello, too, embraces the creative use of the belt. Check it out!
I love this Patent Leather Midsize Belt by Landes, one of bevello’s beloved independent designers.
It comes in black and white, and works perfectly as a hip-hugger on the outside of a tank, tee or dress. On sale today for just $30!
You can wear it lined up OR slightly off-kilter, as our lovely model demonstrates above. I think I like tilting it a bit — it makes the outfit seem more angular. Can you imagine how cute this would be with some white or silver sandals?!
This belt is so dainty and girly. I love the pairing with the color gray. This looks super cute with a flowy dress! It would add the perfect cinch to accentuate an hourglass figure. Just $30!
Now, this belt is one of my favorites:
This Russet Brown Wide Alligator Stretchy Belt, by Landes of course, accentuates the bust and narrows the waist at the same time. A dream come true? $50. A steal!
Cute, comfortable and charming. You really cant ask for more.
Bevellonians! This post may be a little belated due to our blogging renovations (yay new interface!), but it is WAY overdue. The time has come to discuss the fashion of the 2009 MTV Movie Awards.
As most of you know, last Sunday hundreds of celebutants walked the red carpet prior to the event and donned their finest and funkiest. I’m thinking it’s time for some superlatives.
First of the night:
Best Strapless Dress:
What better place to start than the always stunning Megan Fox? This Dolce & Gabana piece fit her so well. (No comment on the hair situation.)
Most Interesting Dress:
This one goes to Miss Lauren Conrad! It took me a little getting used to, but when all was said and done I really liked this Moschino dress. And the Louboutins definitely didn’t hurt
Best Use of Side-Bow:
None other than Lo Bosworth. You can’t really tell it in this picture, but her dress has the cutest bow flopping off the side. Bows are an instant A+, a nice one from the collection of Joy Han.
Most Creative Use of a Tablecloth:
Maybe she’s just being Miley, but seriously — is this even a dress? It looked like a potato sack on her… and lets not even get into the color. C+ for effort, but the execution was a fail. Definitely not my favorite Moschino piece.
The “Have I Seen This Before?” Dress:
Oh, Vanessa Hudgens. This Max Azria gown is cute, sure…but not very striking. Try again. (The Jimmy Choos, though, are FAB.)
Best Dressed of the Night:
K-STEW! Regardless of the fact that Twilight nearly swept the awards show, Kristen Stewart looked FIERCE. That dress is so unique — great color choice. I’m pretty sure she out-shined the red carpet itself. AND, say what you want, but I love the Chucks with that dress.
Once again, MTV awards shows never fail to disappoint!
Recently, I ve been able to catch up with my DVR addictions: The Hills, Keeping up the Kardashians and The Fashion Show.
As much as I would love to admit that I sit around and watch insightful documentaries on pressing worldly issues, alas I am sucked into the world of staged reality. We all know its fake yet the ratings don’t seem to be effected by skepticism. What is it that draws us in to this TV junk food?
Just like a delicious yet sinful funnel cake. Our body definitely doesn’t need the extra calories but its so darn good you can’t stop eating it until its gone.
This is precisely the way I feel about the next season of ”The Hills.”
Ok so Lauren’s gone (tear) and now Kristen Cavalari is Back! WHAT! I think I am having deja vu here. Same thing happened 4 years ago when….Lauren left for San Francisco and Kristen took over “Laguna Beach.”
After Kristen graduated she downed reality TV saying it was fake and desperate! She apparently had better more aspiring hopes of becoming a real actress ( read about her work) .
Well looks like your fake and desperate again Kristen!
But hey, I don’t really blame her. Shes trying to get back up on the radar before her prime is over.
I’ve obviously always been on team LC since the beginning. Regardless of being on the reality TV syndicate since 2004. Lauren stays focused on staying in fashion school and working towards a career in fashion. She recently launched her own line, Lauren Conrad Collection! Not bad at age 24!
As much as I hate to admit it, even with Kristen in LC’s place I will be watching the new season. Check out the trailer:
The fashion show had a REALLY great challenge last week….SHOES !! Every girl’s temptation! They had to first design a mock up shoe for an eco-designer.
The final challenge was for the designers to choose a luxury shoe from Bergdorf Goodman and create an outfit around it. I loved this challenge because so many of us do this…. Buy an amazing pair of shoes and have absolutely no idea what you’re going to wear with them. Here’s my favorite Part of the show: (Rate the look)
FINALLY! Keep up the Kardashians! Kourtney finally dumped Scott! I always thought she was too pretty for him. He looks like such a sleazoid! And Khloe (My favorite character) found out her brand new boyfriend was cheating on her. Men act like Men even to the Kardashian sisters!
Khloe and Kourtney Start a new adventure in Miami for the summer. I will definitely be snagging up these on my DVR…. Check out the preview
The only thing that rationalizes my TV junk food addiction is that one theme is ever present in all three of these shows: FASHION!
I am so excited that in just a week bevello will be up and running. I have included a small sneak peek at what you can expect to see! That’s me in the picture with my dog Buck, wearing one of my FAVORITE bevello tops–available April 1 on bevello.com! It’s super flowy and fun! The color is so yummy, and beautiful on everyone! You can get the jeans I’m wearing at bevello too! They are incredibly comfortable with a perfect amount of stretch. Look out, because this is just a preview of all the wonderful things to expect next Wednesday!
Welcome to bevello–your go-to for fashion advice and trends! I am currently a senior at the University of North Carolina–go heels! And absolutely adore the color Carolina Blue . I am so excited to be interning with bevello and can’t wait to dive into the fashion world. I am currently studying Journalism, however, after three summers in New York and interning with a fashion magazine as a beauty guru, I have decided to take a different direction in my career. I currently write for Carolina’s fashion magazine Kaleidoscope.
I love clothes, jewelry, handbags, and makeup–doesn’t every girl? But my job is to find you the best, most interesting and fun topics in fashion today. Hear something new I haven’t mentioned? Let me know! Can’t wait to get to know all of you better!
. I am so excited to be interning with bevello and can’t wait to dive into the fashion world. I am currently studying Journalism, however, after three summers in New York and interning with a fashion magazine as a beauty guru, I have decided to take a different direction in my career. I currently write for Carolina’s fashion magazine Kaleidoscope.