Primetime Interior Design Star Vanessa Deleon Cipriani Wedding

Every girl dreams of a fairy tale wedding, but the well recognized interior design star and our Bella Petite Latina interior design expert, Vanessa Deleon Bournias (5’2″ age 33) tall tales have turned into a reality.

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‘Gossamer Garden’ By Nicholas Walker

A Gossamer Garden 

Bella Petite Lifetsyle Expert Nicholas Walker of Jardin is here to bring you a world of beauty through butterfly eyes.

We know everybody enjoys watching beautiful butterflies fluttering by them! Right now it’s a good Read more

HOW WOMEN IMPACT THE FASHION INDUSTRY

HOW TO IMPACT THE FASHION STANDARDS

This is our final installment of our three part series of fashion focus on petite women. Now we need to ask ourselves, do we want to continue supporting the current industry standards by Read more

A Positive Fashion Industry Initiative

TAKE THE FIRST STEP SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FASION INITIATIVE

Bella Petite Magazine (daily) advocates for petite women. Petite women need to do what the 5’7″+  tall full-figured ladies have done and that is to demand acceptance and recognition, Read more

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Fashion Industry and Women

There is no mystery about how to become a model, but for petite women 5’5″ and shorter you need to know how to market yourself.  This is essential in attempting a career in the modeling, beauty pageants and Read more

How To Become a Model ‘Invest in Yourself’

Three Simple Tips: How to Prepare and What To Do To Become a Model.

1. What’s your look?

Establish what your range of looks are.  Look at current fashion magazine advertisements and replicate what you see.  Don’t Read more

Fashion Trends For Petite Women

Latest Petite Fashion Trend: High-Waisted Pencil Skirt

It seems that petite women are constantly being told what they can and can’t wear. No oversized sweaters or coats. No large prints. No maxi dresses. The list goes on and Read more

Evening Style Tips For Petite Women

A Petite Women’s Guide to Evening OutfitsThis season when thinking about what to wear in the evening, or a hot date, or a late night out on the town, two words come to mind: glitz and glam! NYE Read more
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2014 Oscar Red Carpet Fashion Top 10 Best Dressed Celebrities

The 86th Annual Oscars held at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood are underway on a soggy red carpet!  Despite the torrential downpours over the last few days the stars are wading through line and they look just amazing Read more

Skinny Jeans For Apple, Pear, Hourglass & Rectangle Shaped Petite Women

HOW TO WEAR SKINNY JEANS ON ALL PETITE FIGURES: PART THREE

HOURGLASS PETITE FIGURE: Lucky lady, you have the coveted hourglass shape! Respect your figure by pairing a darker wash skinny with a looser top or tunic with Read more

Skinny Jeans For Petite Women

PEAR

As a pear-shaped petite, you probably already know the benefit of a basic dark wash for your bottom half – this applies to skinny jeans as well! This takes care of slimming your bottom half, leaving you Read more

Petite Women How to Wear Oversized Winter Fashion Trends

How to Wear “Oversized” Winter Trends If You Are a Petite Woman

We were on board for peplum, plaid and emerald green, but when oversized looks began to dominate the fall 2013 runway, a cry was heard around the Read more

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Skinny Jeans Can Be Worn By All Petite Women

Petite Skinny Jeans: How Any ‘Body’ Can Wear Them!

Skinny jeans. They’ve made appearances throughout the twentieth century, and now most recently popped up in the mid-2000s. With no sign of slowing down, is it time you gave them Read more

How to Look Taller Without Heels

 

How to Look Taller Without Heels

Almost every petite women encounters the same dilemma throughout their life: Wear the heels, or rock the flats? This question is one that rings the brains of petite women Read more

Ann Lauren ® Is a Doll

Bella Petite's Ann Lauren is a doll! Read more

New Year and New Look For Petite Women

What better way to kick off the New Year than with a brand new look? A pixie cut and oversized coat is the perfect petite winter trend to start 2014 in style. Short hairstyles have been trending this past fall season, Read more
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Sincerely, NIA…”Beauty is in it. Your best you is in it”

“Beauty is in it. Your best you is in it  Believe it. Trust it. Never doubt it.”

I want to share a little story with you about trusting in your individuality and uniqueness.

It’s a story my father Read more

Petite Women Fabulous How To Holiday Fashion Tips

Look Festive and Fabulous This Holiday Season

Tis the season for hot drinks, cold weather, and endless invitations to your social list’s holiday soirees. Of course, with the season comes long lines at the mall that can be deterring, Read more

Seasonal Sale Swimsuits For Petite Women

Bella Petite High Cut Monroe Swimsuit

This full coverage one piece swimsuit will make you slim, trim, and sexy!  The twisted halter top supports your curves in all the right places while the body style is Read more

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Swimsuits, Cover ups, Clothing For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit Luxe Gold Lace Bikini

Sweet as candy…simple, sexy and totally girly.

The triangle top ties at the neck and back. Paired with our Full Scoop bottoms, this is a perfect match.  Read more

How To Wear Fall Petite Fashion 2013 Trends

Petite Fashion Tips: How to Wear Fall 2013 Trends 

Fall, already? We’re not ready to say goodbye to Summer yet, either, but the good news is you still have some time left. We just wanted to share some Read more

Fashion And Swimsuits For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit Starburt Strap Bikini

This bikini is bright, fun and full of straps!

The butterfly strap top ties at the neck, hooks in the back and slides on the sides for Read more

Fabulously Petite: Dressing Between Seasons

Fabulously Petite Celebrities: How To Dress Between Seasons

Summer coming to an end only leads to one thing: The awkward time between Summer and Fall means saying goodbye to the daily uniform of shorts and flip flops, but not Read more

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How To Find The Right Swimsuit For A Petite Figure

Finding the right swimsuit for a petite woman’s frame (and height) can sometimes be a frustrating task. We have decided to take the guess work out for you. We have the largest inventory in the world. Whatever your figure Read more

Petite Women’s Clothing ‘The Petite Shop’ Launch

THE PETITE SHOP LAUNCHES ONLINE BOUTIQUE FOR PETITE WOMEN

Women 5’ 5” and under finally have a shopping site dedicated exclusively to them.  Exciting news The Petite Shop offers clothing solutions exclusively for petite women by launching Read more

Bikinis For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit Cotton Candy Bikini Sweet as candy…simple, sexy and totally girly. The triangle top ties at the neck and back. Paired with our Full Scoop bottoms, this is a perfect match. Read more

BET Awards Red Carpet Fashion Top 10 List Best and Worst Dressed

This week the stars shined brightly on the Red Carpet for the BET Awards in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theatre.  Certainly many of the petite celebrities looked amazing!  Here is our Top 10 list of petite Read more

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CFDA Awards Top 10 Red Carpet Best and Worst Dressed Petite Celebrities

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) awards held at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, which showcases a fishbowl of a lobby, where walls of glass offered a floor-to-ceiling view of guests arriving. For added spectacle Read more

Body Slimming Bikinis For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit Paradise Valley Underwire

Welcome to paradise in this stunning poppy colored underwire.

Shape every inch of your body in this uplifting, body slimming bikini!

The underwire top will support and lift a small or full chest Read more

Ann Lauren ® Celebrity

Ann Lauren Editor of Bella Petite Multimedia Complex. Read more

Met Gala Top 15 List Best & Worst Dressed Petite Celebrities

Met Gala 2013

Fashion’s night of nights has kicked off in New york City and while the theme was to be Punk, glamour certainly still reigned. While some petite celebrities looked stunning some just couldn’t get it right. We’d Read more

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Spring Dresses Flattering Swimsuits For Petite Women!

Bella Petite Swimsuit Rebel Yell Bikini

Wear this bikini and feel wild!

Neon Yellow slinky fabric is hand sewn in rows with Hot Pink matte fabric peeking through.

Bring out your crazy side and feel totally sexy!

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Top Five List Do’s and Dont’s of Wearing ‘Maxi’ Dresses For Petite Women

5 Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing Maxi Dresses for Petite Women

Our friend’s at The Petite Shop offer a fabulous selection of clothing specifically made for you the petite woman! You have asked us to bring you stylish and Read more

MTV Movie Awards Red Carpet Fashion

MTV MOVIE AWARDS 2013 RED CARPET FASHIONISTA’S

Recently the 2013 MTV Movie Awards, hosted by Rebel Wilson, was held in Los Angeles.  Before the big show gets underway, countless petite celebrities walked the red carpet, so we thought Read more

Sexy Dresses, Bikinis Galore & Cover ups For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit Colombian Bikini

This stylish suit is fun and fresh!

The top and bottoms are a perfect pair that can be worn by anyone.

This scrunch back bikini will shape your backside perfectly!  Read more

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Resort Wear and Bikinis For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit Creme de La Creme

The Monroe top is flattering for a petite woman’s figure!

Ties at the neck and back with a twist in front, you will look fabulous.

The minimizing bottoms are super slimming with Read more

Wearable Fashion Trends With Denim For Petite Women

Denim is a staple for every petite body type and every trend can be interpreted for the petite woman.  Here are a few simple and “wearable” trends for Spring/Summer 2013 for our petite sisters to follow:

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Hot Bikinis, Sexy Dresses and Cover-ups For Petite Women

Bella Petite Swimsuit La Mademoiselle

A chic, sophisticated bikini that sets you apart from the rest. Our full coverage pleated drape top ties at the neck and back with a supportive hook closure to make you feel totally Read more

Spring Bikinis For Petite Women & Sexy Cover ups

Bella Petite Swimsuit Bengal Braided – Scrunch back feature

You will turn heads all day long in this little number just like 5’1″petite model Crystal!

Longer triangle top is accented with colorful braided ties.

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Between Seasons How To Dress Fashionably Petite

How To Dress Between Seasons

Cool mornings and warm afternoons make for pleasant days, but dressing for this spring-ish type of weather can really be a nightmare. Here are some tips on how to stay stylish through the awkward Read more

Petite Denim Designer Allison Izu Fashion Trends

Allison Izu is for  petite women 5’6″ and under this is great news for you!  No more hemming, this petite premium denim line fits women size 00 to 14 (inseam 27″ to 31″). Every garment is Read more

Spring Bikini’s and Resort Wear For Petite Women

Itsy Bitsy String Bikini

Spring String Bikini will have you laying on the beach until the sun goes down.

The triangle top and itsy bitsy bottom tie everywhere for a perfect fit.

A simple but elegant little bikini!

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Spring Fashions! Resort Wear For Petite Women

Little Polka Dot Bikini

This Little Polka Bikini has just the right amount of coverage to show off your body without showing too much!

Basic triangle top and itsy bitsy bottoms are the perfect combination that tie Read more

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Ann Lauren Celebrity Model & Host

Ann Lauren wins sponsorships for Bella Petite Models! Read more

How To Dress Petite: Can Petite Girls Wear a Mid-Length Coat

Petite fashionista Victoria Beckham (5’3″) is a great example of how to be a fashionably-dressed petite!  Here in the U.S., the average height of a female is 5’3″ tall according to the census bureau.   Yet, the Read more

Oscars 85th Academy Awards Red Carpet Petite Celebrities Top 10 List

Petite Stars walked the red carpet for the 85th Academy Awards! The fashion scene exploded this weekend with a selection of gorgeous gowns remniscent of old Hollywood glamour at the Oscars. Many celebrity petites exemplified classic elegant styles. Not Read more

Spring is in the Air! Resort Wear For Warmer Destinations

Le Bikini Noir

This French inspired bikini is so romantic, sexy and unique! Black lace is adorned with beautiful gold stitching to make this bikini really stand out.

You will turn heads at the beach for sure. Look like Read more

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Petite Women This Season “Must Have’s” High Heels

The Perfect Way To “Pump Up” Your Holiday

When deciding what to wear to upcoming holiday parties, there’s nothing a fabulous heel can’t help you pull off! This seasons most trendy pumps come in all shapes, colors, and Read more

55th Annual Grammy Awards 2013 Red Carpet Top 10 Petite Celebrities

Music’s biggest night 55th annual Grammy awards 2013 was held at the Staples centre Los Angeles. Most of the trends on the red carpet must have been cause for alarm for the network, with cut-outs and sheer panels featuring Read more

Tired of Chillin’ Time For A Warmer Destination New Resort Wear

14K Swirl Love Your Booty

Look as rich as gold in this sexy metallic swirl bikini!

Full of shine and sparkle, this supportive halter top will fit so good while the side tie bottoms are  Read more

Specialty Resort Wear and Swimsuits For Petite Women

Sunset Skirted Underwire

This underwire top is perfect for that extra added support you need. The skirted bottom is good for all figures to help you look and feel your best!

This body loving suit will make you look Read more

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How to Stay Warm in a Halter Dress

It’s that chilly time of the year when you need to know how to stay warm in a halter dress. This season many of your favorite petite celebrities like Victoria Beckham, Eva Longoria and Hayden Panettiere are reaching for Read more

Petite Fashion Resort Wear For Days In The Sun

BELLA PETITE CLOTHING DESIGNED BY UJENA

High Cut Martini

This swimsuit looks fabulous on petite women.  Petite Model 5’0″ Crystal (105 lbs.) hour glass figure looks amazing!

Great news for this year’s “Bella Petite Model of The Read more

Petite Fashion Resort Wear For Warmer Destinations

BELLA PETITE CLOTHING DESIGNED BY UJENA

Monroe Shaper

The Monroe shaper is the best way to shape every inch of your body while looking like a star!  This is a top selling swimsuit!  It ties at the Read more

The Golden Globe Awards 70th Red Carpet Fashion: Best Dressed Petite Celebrities

The 70th annual Golden Globes took over Hollywood on Sunday evening (January 13), with hosts petite celebrities Tina Fey and Amy Poehler who delivered an uproarious opening monologue. Lets see what some of our favorite petite celebrities wore that Read more

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The People’s Choice Awards 2013 Red Carpet Fashion: Best Dressed Petite Celebrities

TOP 10 BEST DRESSED PETITE CELEBRITIES AT THE PCA’S

The People’s Choice Awards gave us not only a taste of what to expect, style-wise, from the flurry of upcoming red carpet events – but also of the spring/summer 2013 Read more

Best Dressed Petite Celebrities of 2012: The Yearend Look

Bella Petite has selected for you to see some of our top picks for best dressed petite celebs for 2o12! You can also find more of our favorite petite celebrity fashion stars in our “Daily Style” section.

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How To Dress: Dress Styles For Petite Women ‘Dresses For Short Women’

Five Top Petite Dress Styles

PETITE DRESS: WRAP DRESS

1. One of the most flattering dresses for petite women and our figure is the wrap dress as shown on petite celebrity Eva Longoria in coral. Wrap dresses are Read more

Fashion Trend For Petite Women: Faux Fur Fashion

Petite Fashion Trend and Celebrity Petites: Faux Fur Fashion

What’s warm, chic and furry all over? That’s right, it’s fur season. Faux fur season, that is. Being kind to animals is always in style and showing your love for Read more

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Green Carpet Charity Ball Eco Fashion Show Gala

If you’re reading this article on Bella Petite’s website, chances are you are a petite woman. The intention of Bella Petite, as created by Ann Lauren, has always been to create equality amongst women in the modeling and Read more

Stylishly Petite Ann Lauren

Petite model Sundai Love says, “it’s time for petite women to stop complaining and take action to change the industry standards. Read more

Kardashian Kollection Debut in Dorothy Perkins Stores Lookbook Release

The Kardashian Kollection!  From their T.V trials and tribulations and high-profile relationships to their infamous curves and famous derrières, the Kardashian clan are unstoppable. And now, the Los Angeles-based sisters, who shot to unprecedented fame on Keeping Read more

Petite Celebrity Country Singer Carrie Underwood’s Best Dresses CMA Awards 2012

Country music icon Carrie Underwood went through dress changes faster than Taylor Swift changes boyfriends! The petite celebrity singer had a grand total of 12 fantastic wardrobe changes. There were many to choose from, but we managed to narrowed Read more

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Petite Celebrities Kristen Stewart & Salma Hayek Front Row At Balenciaga

Front Row At Balenciaga

We’re used to seeing petite celebrity 5’4″ Kristen Stewart with a serious-looking expression, but after the reports of getting back with her boyfriend Robert Pattinson following her cheating scandal, the petite actress can’t seem Read more

Fall Interior Design and Fashion Trends by HGTV Design Star Vanessa Deleon

Glamistic Design Tips From  HGTV Design Star Vanessa Deleon

1. Metallics! Mosaic tiles are high style and used to create a gilded glamour effect.

2. Use a bold splash of color in a room full of neutrals.

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64th Annual Primetime Emmys ‘Petite Celebrity’ Red Carpet Fashion

At the 64th Annual Primetime Emmys, there were a variety of trends seen on the red carpet. But one that stood out was the presence of fashionable petite celebrities.  These stars proved that their height doesn’t impede their Read more

Petite Celebrity Profile on Francesca Eastwood

Petite Celebrity Profile: Francesca Eastwood

With a last name like Eastwood, it’s difficult to blend in.  Francesca Eastwood belongs to a family of Hollywood royalty.  Her father is celebrated actor Clint Eastwood and her mother is actress Read more

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Fashion & Makeup Advice For Being A Professional Petite Woman

Being a Professional Petite Woman

For those of you who are about to start a professional life, it is always important to pay attention to your looks, in work life even more than in private.

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Celebrities As Fashion Icons

Celebrities As Fashion Icons

The newspapers, the news on TV and the advertisement in the cinemas are full of them: popular faces of actors, sportsmen, musicians and models.

From petite celebrity  icon Lady Gaga (a CFDA Read more

Classic 70’s Summer Fashion

Summer of Love

This season, it’s all about peace, love, and bell-bottoms. Can ya dig it? Yes, the 70’s are back and it’s time to mellow out with some of history’s favorite trends, revisited with fashionable petite women. 

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Mila Kunis Dior Teaser First Look at Video Campaign

Check out the latest petite celebrity 5’2″ Mila Kunis is the new  face of Miss Dior! Kunis joins petite celebrity icon Dior girl Natalie Portman!  Here is a sneak peek at Kunis starring in the just-released teaser Read more

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Vogue and Modeling Industry Standards Improve

A Union For The Models

The truth behind the fashion industry is different than one might imagine, and it is unlike what I envisioned when I first started.  After being in the industry for a while, I really Read more

Iconic Petite Celebrity Singer Madonna and Fashion

I believe that with God in your heart and life, everything is possible. I believe that faith is based in believing without seeing it, you must totally believe, or it doesn’t work at all. Have faith in what you Read more

Style Questions & Answers For Everyday Petite Women

Style Questions & Answers For Everyday Petite Women

Recently two of the most favorite petite women and colleagues I know dared to ask me questions on styling, which I found to be great questions as they are dilemmas that Read more

Keep The Focus Up Top The All American Accessory

Miss Rosie the Riveter was the original woman who showed that just because women are petite and beautiful doesn’t mean we cannot get the job done.  Although the battle on gaining respect for petite models isn’t over, these Read more

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Summer Petite Fashion Style Tips For Petite Women

This Summer is all about fabulous color and sumptuous fabrics. Combined with pastels and neutral for fun!  Spring floral prints are in the air with plenty of red and lace for Summer.  As always the predictable black Read more

Oscar Red Carpet Petite Celebrities Best and Worst Dressed

 

Oscar’s Academy Awards is film and fashion’s grandest night!  Bella Petite Magazine brings you the best and worst dressed petite celebrities on the red carpet…

BEST: 5’3″ MICHELLE WILLIAMS– The My Week with Marilyn star glowed Read more

How to Get LOVE and Fashion

The day of ‘Love’ approaches us and sooner than expected! Guys did you think we’d forget? hmrr, hmrr! May I clarify this day is not only about lovers but about friendships, family, all whom we cherish and hold dear Read more

Jason Wu Blunder at Target

Rarely do we see shoppers freaking out over sweet deals in retail, but fashion designer Jason Wu is the exception to the rule!  Times are tough, our economy is in the dumper, no real end in sight for Read more

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Mulberry Fashion Finds For Petite Women [petite fashion] [petite clothes]

Fashion forward petite celebrities 5’3″ Kate Bosworth, 5’4″ Emma Watson and 5’3″ Kirsten Dunst agree on the Carter Looks set by Mulberry the new stars fav “IT” Bag!

Women who classify themselves, in terms of their body type Read more

Fashion Wearapist Jeannie Mai Host of Style Networks “How Do I Look?”

The petite fashionista 5’4″ Jeannie Mai is best known as the host of The Style Network’s two-time Emmy nominated television program “How Do I Look?” More than just a fashion-intervention show, Jeannie empowers women to discover their true beauty, Read more

Personal Branding Tips For Getting Or Keeping The Career You Want

YOU ARE THE PRODUCT AND THE PACKAGING MATTERS

In an arena where companies now have their choice of personnel, having a personal brand – especially one that meshes with the branding message of a company, can make all the Read more

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PETITE FASHION DO’S & DONT’S WINTER GUIDE [petite clothing]

PETITE FASHION WINTER GUIDE BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE: Daily Shopper GUIDE Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women  

Bella Petite Personal Wardrobe Stylist Tamy Lugo has news for you! Cold fronts are approaching and Read more

Supermodel Turned Mogul Kathy Ireland Is On Your Side! [KIWW] [ACafe Society]

Kathy Ireland is one of the most well-known names in modeling and now Kathy Ireland Worldwide (KIWW) has become one of the most respected companies around the world, designing and marketing thousands of products ranging from clothes to household Read more

Daily Style: Petite Celebrity Selena Gomez Petite Fashion! [petite clothing]

Editor’s Pick Petite Celebrity Selena Gomez Petite Fashion Style! Daily Shopper

BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE: Daily Shopper GUIDE Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

Suede Booties are all the rage this season for petite women!

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Daily Style: Petite Celebrity Rachel Bilson Petite Fashion Style! [petite model]

Editor’s Pick: Petite Celebrity Rachel Bilson Petite Fashion Style!

BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE: Daily Shopper GUIDE Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

On October 10, petite actress 5’2″ Rachel Bilson was spotted leaving the Late Night with Read more

Daily Style: Petite Celebrities Richie, Palermo, Michele Petite Fashion Style!

Editor’s Pick: Petite Celebrities Nicole Richie, Olivia Palermo and Lea Michele Petite Fashion Style!

BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE: Daily Shopper GUIDE Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

Who’s got the look?  Tell us what petite fashion Read more

Daily Style: Petite Celebrity Salma Hayek Petite Fashion [petite model]

Editor’s Pick: Petite Celebrity Salma Hayek Petite Fashion Style!

BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE: Daily Shopper GUIDE Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

Petite celebrity 5’2″ Salma Hayek attended the Spring Alexander McQueen collection presentation during Paris Fashion Read more

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Daily Style: Petite Celebrities Rachel Bilson vs. Reese Witherspoon Petite Fashion Style!

Editor’s Pick: Petite Celebrity Rachel Bilson vs. Reese Witherspoon Petite Fashion Style!

Daily Shopper BELLA Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

Who’s got the look?  Tell us whether your petite fashion style is most like Read more

DAILY STYLE: BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE FASHION WEEK IN REVIEW [PETITE CELEBRITIES]

Editor’s Pick: Petite Celebrities Marisa Tomei, Kelly Ripa, Kate Mara and Kirsten Dunst Petite Fashion Style

 

Daily Shopper BELLA Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

Bella Petite Magazine petite Fashion Week style review. As fashion Read more

High Tech Custom Made Shoes, Shuforia!

BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE: Daily Shopper GUIDE Petite Fashion For Petite and Plus Size Petite Women

Join us in this powerful segment on Bella Petite Hour as (host Ann Lauren and co-host Maria Gamb)  interview serial entrepreneur and Read more

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