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2010-06-13T02:59:00.001+08:00

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2010-06-13T02:57:00.002+08:00

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2010-06-04T23:46:00.001+08:00

Baju & accessories BeautifulSofea.com in REMAJA

2010-06-04T23:41:00.003+08:00

Lupa nak scan,majalah REMAJA keluaran 15 May & 1 Jun ada featured few cincher,necklace,jacket & tops from BeautifulSofea.com.
ada masa,will put the pic here
thnx to Fara sudi ketengahkan baju2 BeautifulSofea.com utk golongan remaja.. :)

3 IN 1 SALES

2010-04-30T16:46:00.002+08:00

New design drape cardi

2010-04-28T06:53:00.001+08:00

Beautifulsofea.com In Harian Metro

2010-04-28T06:41:00.003+08:00

Lupa pulak nak letak kat blog artikel pasal Butik BeautifulSofea.com dlm Harian Metro last week. Alhamdullilah..tak sangka pulak ada citer pasal butik,masa mula2 dulu pihak Metro cuma nak pinjam baju utk pamerkan ttg fesyen2 muslimah bagi wanita 30-an...tq so much to ct metro yg sudi cover pasal Beautifulsofea.com..also modelnya diana & make-up artist yg nama glamernya sama mcm i..sam

BeautifulSofea.com In RAPI

2010-04-19T21:22:00.002+08:00

RAPI 15 April ada featured baju2 from Butik BeautifulSofea.com.Alhamdullillah..pakaian2 dari BeautifulSofea.com dapat memenuhi citarasa semua bangsa dan peringkat umur di Malaysia ni...
Tq tu Ita Rapi and all the Rapi readers cum models yg sudi memakai collections dari BeautifulSofea.com dlm menyelesaikan masalah suai padan pakaian dengan size badan,pekerjaan & umur mereka masing-masing....

More New Arrivals

2010-04-15T23:12:00.001+08:00

Butik BeautifulSofea.com dlm Wanita Hari Ini TV3

2010-04-08T21:21:00.003+08:00

Alhamdullilah tadi tengahari ada citer pasal Butik BeautifulSofea.com dlm Wanita Hari Ini kat TV3.Macam tak caya after 6 years menjalankan bisness secara online, muka tembam ku ini masuk TV..hihihi..
Actually ptg monday 5/4/10 wartawan TV3 call i,nak dtg shooting & cover pasal butik online Beautifulsofea.com utk segmen perniagaan internet dlm WHI.
Terkebil2 masa tu bila dgr TV3 nak dtg..
Ptg selasa TV3 dtg Butik..hari ni, khamis dah siap video tu terus masuk WHI.
Tq to rena and abg fadhil cameraman TV3 yg sudi dtg cover ttg Beautifulsofea.com..terharu rasanya, dah 6 tahun niaga ada org sudi bagi recognition cam ni kan..

nanti i letak WHI punya video tu kat sini k.....

Tq WHI..Tq TV3..Alhamdullillah

White skinny jeans

2010-04-07T10:58:00.003+08:00

I'm planning to add skinny jeans into my Boutique Collections.Just to share how to wear white skinny jeans.Credit to ehow.com.

White skinny jeans are one of the hottest trends in the fashion industry. Although it is sometimes difficult to find the perfect outfit to match the jeans, if you decide what event you will be wearing the skinny jeans to, and match it with the proper blouse and accessories, your outfit will be a hit.

Casual Look

For a casual look, match white skinny jeans with a graphic tee, tank top or tube top. Choose a top with a tight fit, black in color for a subtle look, or go with a bright red top for a pop of color. Match with some gold or silver bangle bracelets, and a chunky belt. Choose shoes that will match what you will be doing; hi-top sneakers if you're on the move, or some black high heels if you want to dress it up a bit more.

Prep Look

Skinny jeans create the perfect prep look when worn with the proper attire. Match your white skinny jeans with a tight-fit polo shirt, or layer it with two polo shirts. You can also layer a tank top or tee under the polo shirt, and pop up the collar on the polo shirt. Wear a solid black polo shirt for a more sophisticated look, or have fun with the outfit and layer bright colors such as hot pinks and electric blues. Match with some metallic high heels or flats and an oversized handbag, and you've got the perfect prep look.

Dressed Up

While white skinny jeans are many times worn casually, they can also create a great dressed-up look. Tunics and mini-dresses are a perfect match for white skinny jeans. For a conservative look, match with a black mini-dress that falls at the mid-thigh, and pair with black dress shoes (flats or high heels). For a fun look, match with a vibrant colored tunic, such as a floral multicolored design or a plaid design. Match with a small clutch purse, and you have the perfect dressy look.

Introducing Cardi-Ket + awning thai silk sulam

2010-04-03T21:28:00.000+08:00

Beautifulsofea.com cardi in Berita Harian

2010-04-03T21:23:00.006+08:00

Fri 2 April dlm Berita Harian segmen Ratu ada artikel pasal cardigan di Butik Beautifulsofea.com :)
Tq kak affizar & kak shiraz sudi cover ttg cardigan di Butik BeautifulSofea.com..mcm tak caya lak cardigan yg i jual since 2006 sampai skrg masih dapat perhatian..Alhamdullilah

Baju baru lagi...exclusive beaded cotton dress

2010-03-31T10:18:00.003+08:00

New design-tudung awning bersulam

2010-03-26T11:03:00.002+08:00

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2010-03-23T08:19:00.001+08:00

Stunning studded satin jacket

2010-03-19T14:07:00.001+08:00

Unique design new arrivals

2010-03-16T00:42:00.001+08:00

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2010-03-14T18:04:00.000+08:00

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2010-03-12T11:30:00.001+08:00

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2010-03-10T11:36:00.000+08:00

Exclusive maxi & blous4e

2010-03-09T09:56:00.000+08:00

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2010-02-25T22:57:00.000+08:00

Maxi & cardi baru

2010-02-23T15:33:00.000+08:00

Tudung Baru...

2010-02-12T01:14:00.000+08:00

FASHION TIPS OF THE DAY

2010-02-05T11:38:00.003+08:00

Harem Pants

It’s no secret that women want the curves of Beyonce’ and Jennifer Lopez. Harem pants are specifically tailored and designed to give the illusion of fullness to the hip and thigh area for women who are not naturally curvy. Harem slacks incorporate a loose design and look fabulous on women with a naturally thin frame because of their tendency to give the appearance of extra fullness. A version of these slacks were available in the 1980’s and have made a come back. These slacks look best when worn with a snug-fitting shirt or tank top.

source:stylefeeder.com

Baju baru laagiiii...sales extended!

2010-02-03T18:11:00.000+08:00

10 Quick and Easy Slimming Tips

2010-02-02T21:29:00.001+08:00

SLIMMING TIP #1: Water power. We’ve all heard that we should drink eight to ten glasses of water a day. But did you realise that by drinking a glass of water before you eat a meal could decrease your appetite? The result will be that you’ll have a harder time eating too much since your stomach is full of water.

SLIMMING TIP #2: Evening tea. This tip is similar to the first one. Often in the evenings, we’ll start feeling hungry. If you give in to this temptation, that’s where the trouble begins because it’s almost guaranteed that whatever you eat in the evening will be added on as extra bodyweight since you won’t have time to work off the calories consumed. So the solution to warding off hunger in the evening is to drink a cup of your favorite tea in the evening to maintain a full feeling.

SLIMMING TIP #3: Deny yourself. It’s proven that if you get a hankering for say pizza or ice cream or anything else that’s calorie loaded and outside your meal times … one of the best moves you can make is to give yourself 15 minutes to deny those hunger signals. Often before 15 minutes are up, you’ll be surprised how those “irresistible cravings” disappear.

SLIMMING TIP #4: Eat more often. By eating five to six small to medium sized meals per day, you will prime your metabolism to burn calories faster than you would if you eat three meals a day.

SLIMMING TIP #5: Early big meals. Many people eat their biggest meal in the evening. As such, your body has limited time to make use of the tremendous calorie dump from that large evening meal. You simply won’t do enough physical activity in the evening as our body’s biorhythm usually slows down. Those excess calories will turn into fat – guaranteed. Can you see why eating bigger meals in the morning or for lunch makes more sense?

Credit:slimmingresources.com

NEW ARRIVALS - 1FEB

2010-02-01T14:43:00.000+08:00

How to Wear a Flared Dress

2010-01-30T19:45:00.003+08:00

Step 1

It's one of the hottest looks for the spring. It's time to give your straight dresses and skirts a breather and make room for the ultra-feminine flare dress. This fashionable little number is being made popular by such celebrities as Renee Zellweger and Eva Mendes who look chic and "oh so girly" sporting these trendy dresses. If you've accustomed to wearing straight skirts and dresses, you may feel a little awkward giving this style a try. The good news is once you slip one on, you'll wonder how you lived without it.
Step 2

The flare dress dates back to the 1950's when this style dominated the fashion world for several years. When you look back at photos from that era and marvel at the tiny waist lines on the women of that day, you'll understand the magic of the flare dress. This dress style can visually shave a few inches off the appearance of your waist line. It's particularly flattering for petite women and women with a natural hour glass shape. If your shape is not quite voluptuous enough, this dress can give you the curves you've always wanted. If you're carrying around a few extra pounds in the hip area, a flare dress will skillfully hide the truth underneath feminine billows of material.
Step 3

How do you choose a flare dress that's right for you? While slim women with small waist lines are a natural for this look, even if you're a bit overweight there's a style that'll work for you. If you're carrying a little extra weight, choose a flare dress in a dark color with a longer, flared skirt. Avoid one that has ruffles or too much detailing. Steer clear of bright colors and prints. Simple will be more flattering to you.
Step 4

If you have a toned upper body and a firm bust line, try one of the off the shoulder or strapless flare dresses that will be so popular this spring. This is a wonderful look for a daytime wedding or a nighttime summer party. If you're petite and slender, choose a flare dress with a little less flounce at the bottom to avoid overwhelming your small frame. This look can be dazzling on your figure type.
Step 5

What's the best way to accessorize a flare dress? This look is so feminine and dramatic that it looks best with simple accessories that won't detract from the drama of the dress. If you're wearing a strapless flare dress, resist the urge to add a heavy necklace and let your neckline go bare instead. Scoop your hair up into a loose, feminine up-do and add some eye catching dangle earrings for the perfect party look. Don't forget about selecting the right shoes. Flare dresses are perfectly suited for feminine stilettos and high heels. A backless mule type heel is also a pretty look.
Step 6

Because all trends eventually run their course, resist the urge to buy a closet full of flare dresses. Buy one or two basic ones to take you through the spring season and enjoy wearing this very pretty look while it lasts.

Source: e-how.com

Online vs Offline

2010-01-30T18:06:00.002+08:00

salam,
dah lama tak update tips2 bisness kat sini..
InsyaAllah sempena tahun baru,butik baru,tempat baru..i will continue writing some tips for mothers cum online business owners.Last year i tak sempat sambung on the tips & tricks berkerja online with your children at home,ni satu cabaran yg besar..kpd yg ada baby below 2 years old lagilah mencabarkan...

My boutique kat bangi dah launch,dah ada customers coming in,Alhamdullillah
For the time being semuanya kena handle sorang2,online & offline..huhuhu,cam nak patah tulang belakang...
Dlm masa seminggu beroperasi ni i noticed ada one major different between selling online & offline...
apa tu?yup betul...niaga offline kena pandai communicate dgn customer,reaction muka kita kena jaga,tak leh tunjuk tensen2,banyak kena habis kan air liur...niaga online penat jari jemari menaip...hehehehe
Satu lagi,niaga offline ni duit kecik utk change time jual-beli amat penting...time niaga online 100% tak perlu nak fkir2 bab2 ni kan...tup2 check maybank2u duit dah masuk...

orait nanti sambung...

NEW ARRIVALS-29 JAN

2010-01-29T08:49:00.001+08:00

NEW ARRIVALS -27 JAN

2010-01-27T14:49:00.002+08:00

BEAUTIFULSOFEA.COM

2010-01-25T07:08:00.007+08:00

OPENING SALE!!

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2010-01-07T22:15:00.004+08:00

NEW ARRIVALS

2009-11-15T08:16:00.002+08:00

NEW ARRIVALS NOVEMBER

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INSTANTLY SLIMMING PART 4

2009-10-15T11:51:00.002+08:00

Slimmer Thighs and Calves

Dressed the right way, large legs can be sexy and womanly make the most of yours with these slimming tips for legs.

DO	DON'T
Fake tan	Capri pants
Flared trousers/jeans	Leggings
Wide leg trousers/jeans	Three quarter length dresses or skirts
Bootleg trousers/jeans	Kitten heels
Bright top to take attention away from bottom half	Bias cut or Calf length skirts
Dark colours on bottom half (no white)	Tapered jeans
Open toed sandals or Wedged shoes	Straight leg jeans
A line skirts

NEW ARRIVALS

2009-10-11T14:45:00.003+08:00

SELAMAT HARI RAYA -MAAF ZAHIR BATIN

2009-09-14T13:05:00.002+08:00

MAXI RAYA IN WHI

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FEATURED IN MINGGUAN WANITA RAYA 2009

2009-09-01T17:19:00.004+08:00

RAYA LUCKY DRAW

2009-08-26T13:23:00.004+08:00

RAYA CONTEST

2009-08-26T13:20:00.004+08:00

RAYA SALE PART 7

2009-08-24T14:03:00.002+08:00

RAYA SALE PART 6

2009-08-23T21:46:00.003+08:00

NEW ARRIVAL RAYA MAXI DRESS

2009-08-20T11:17:00.004+08:00

RAYA SALE PART 4

2009-08-17T17:09:00.002+08:00

INSTANTLY SLIMMING PART 3

2009-08-16T11:58:00.001+08:00

Shaping Your Boobs

You may be god’s gift to men but god’s gift to tops you’re not. Well, not until you follow this advice…

DO	DON'T
Dark colours	Pastel shades
Tailored shirts	Belts
Loose fitting, but not baggy	Ruffled tops
Bootcut, flared, wide leg trousers	Spaghetti strap tops
Wide open neckline	Funnel neck top
Three quarter length sleeves	High neck tops
Wrap dress/shirt/cardigan	Sleeveless tops/dresses
	Halterneck dresses/tops
	Polo necks

RAYA SALE PART 3

2009-08-15T21:10:00.002+08:00

INSTANTLY SLIMMING PART 2

2009-08-14T09:39:00.001+08:00

Slimming Your Hips

Women who haven’t got them are envious and women who have them don’t want them (there’s no pleasing some people!) If you’ve been blessed with curvaceous, childbearing hips you have to be careful not to over exaggerate them by the clothes you wear. Take these tips for slimmer hips.

DO	DON'T
Slash neck tops	Clingy, tight
V line tops	Baggy t- shirts
Scoop tops	Straight leg
Funnel tops	Combats
Bootleg/flared trousers	Drainpipes
A – line skirt	Pencil skirt
Scarves and necklaces
High heels	Flat shoes
A-line jacket	Short jackets
Single breasted jacket	Long wrapped cardigans

RAYA SALE PART 2

2009-08-13T10:58:00.002+08:00

INSTANTLY SLIMMING PART 1

2009-08-11T00:04:00.002+08:00

Slimming Your Stomach

For most women this is the main problem area. Toned stomachs are forever flaunted in our faces on T.V and in magazines, but sweet reality has it that most of us normaltons are hanging over our jeans. Resembling a pot bellied pig is not a good look but here are some shape slimming tips to make your stomach look flat.

DO	DON'T
Wear chunky belts across the lower stomach	Tight jeans/trousers
Flat panel skirts/trousers	Straight cut skirt
Ruched tops	Tuck in tops
Wrap tops	Tight tops / Short tops
Low slung waist	Flimsy fabrics
Low waistband	Lycra
Front or side zip	Drawstring trousers
Fitted jacket	Big or tiny prints
Slimming pants (think Bridget Jones)	Hipsters

RAYA SALE PART 1

2009-08-10T11:20:00.004+08:00

HOW TO WEAR LEGGINGS

2009-08-05T17:14:00.003+08:00

Interesting info from lovetoknow.com

How to Wear Leggings in Style

If you like the ease of leggings, but want to make sure you always wear them appropriately, consider these tips:

Wear leggings with tunics: The simplest way for women to sport leggings is underneath a tunic. Tunics vary in length, so it's important that your tunic is long enough to cover your hips and rear. Because leggings fit so close to the body, you want your top to come down past your hips – otherwise, this is a look better suited for the gym instead of the street. Your tunic top can be in sweater form or knit jersey material. You can wear a belt with it or not. Just make sure your look is balanced – since a tunic is roomy, your leggings should be fitted. One way to sport a monochromatic, casually elegant ensemble is to wear a black tunic with black leggings and black high heel boots. This is perfect for cool weather.
Petites and tall: Petite women should take care when wearing leggings with a roomy top. Make sure your top is proportioned for shorter women so that it doesn't fall past your mid-thighs – otherwise, it can look like you're wearing a dress with leggings underneath. Also, your ensemble should be as monochromatic as possible for an elongating look. Tall women should also select their tops with care. You want to wear a shirt that comes down far enough so that your rear isn't exposed.
Choose the right shoes: Leggings look best with flats, such as ballerina flats, or plain pumps, as well as with boots.
Don't wear a tight shirt: Because leggings are so fitted, it's best to steer clear of tight shirts for the best look. These items work better when your overall outfit is balanced, pairing roomy with fitted.
Wearing leggings with dresses: Dresses that fall at or above the knee can work with leggings. This is one case where a close-fitting dress would look good with leggings, such as a jersey knit dress with a wide belt at the waist. Leggings also work with bohemian fashions or billowy, casual dresses for women.
Pair them with mini-skirts: One look that's popular for younger women is pairing leggings with mini-skirts, particularly denim skirts. Slip into a pair of flat shoes, add a coordinating top and this is an easy, casual outfit perfect for weekends.
Coordinate colors: Leggings are best used as an accessory to your outfit, not the main ingredient, so choose your ensemble first, then add leggings if you want. Your leggings' color should match something else in your outfit for the most harmonious pairing.

How Not to Wear Leggings

Avoid these looks if you want to wear your leggings stylishly:

Don't wear leggings with sweatshirts: While this is fine for hanging around a college dormitory, it's not a chic look anywhere else.
Don't wear a short top with leggings: Your shirt, whether it's a tunic or other A-line top, should fall past your rear, not stop at the waist. This is especially important if your leggings fall on the thin side -- you don't want to look like you left the house in only a shirt and tights.
Don't wear leggings in place of pants: Leggings are an accessory, not a garment. They shouldn't be expected to take the place of a pair of slacks, but instead to add to the flair of a casual outfit.

HOW TO WEAR WEDGES

2009-07-29T23:56:00.006+08:00

I like these tips from e-how

Step 1

Wear them with spring dresses and skirts.

The full, flowing skirts and dresses you'll see everywhere this spring are a natural for wedge heeled shoes .The wedge heel will give you the height you need and provide a nice balance for full, puffy skirts. Wedge heels will coordinate beautifully with gauzy pheasant skirts, tunics, and wrap dresses. They're also a perfect choice for a casual, summertime party or get together.
Step 2

Consider your build.

Wedge heels are one of the most flattering shoe styles for women with heavy or thick calves and ankles. The clunky heel of the wedge shoe tends to balance thicker thighs and ankles. If your calves are bigger than you'd like, you'll want to grab several pairs of this shoe style to wear with skirts and dresses. If you have thinner calves and legs, you can still wear them, but try to avoid excessively chunky styles as they can overwhelm your leg.
Step 3

Wear them with pants.

Wedge heeled shoes will add style to wide legged pants and will give you the extra height you need to prevent the leg shortening effect these pants can sometimes have. These shoes can look boho chic with a pair of faded wide legged jeans for a casual day of shopping. Wide leg pants are all the rage this spring so you'll want to have the right shoes to go with them. Use caution when wearing wedges with pants that have narrow legs especially if you have larger feet since they can make you look too foot heavy.
Step 4

Explore the different materials.

Wedge heels will be found in an overwhelming array of colors, styles, and materials this year. You'll find these trendy heels in the form of boots, sandals, and pumps in leather, suede, canvas, and even metallics. Look for neutral shades to go with the popular Safari look and bright colors to go with this year's focus on brights. You'll even find wedge heeled shoes in graphic print fabrics for casual wear. Consider all of your options before making your selection.

NEW MAXI,DRESS,BLOUSE,BAGS,BELTS

2009-07-28T13:53:00.002+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 20

2009-07-15T16:48:00.002+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 19

2009-07-02T12:13:00.003+08:00

RESELLER/DEALER WANTED

2009-06-16T18:57:00.009+08:00

I'm looking for dealer/reseller for my products.
Anybody intereterested pls email to sofea@beautifulsofea.com

Give your name,location,company name (if any) and contact info

This is a dropshipping system.

MAXI DRESS 'PRA-RAYA' PART 1

2009-06-16T18:53:00.001+08:00

2009-06-09T17:47:00.001+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 16

2009-06-05T07:17:00.003+08:00

DRAPED CARDIGAN STLING IDEAS

2009-06-02T19:20:00.005+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 15

2009-06-02T19:19:00.001+08:00

PASHMINA STYLING IDEA

2009-05-29T21:15:00.005+08:00

NEW DRESS + BLOUSE

2009-05-29T21:12:00.004+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 14

2009-05-25T23:02:00.001+08:00

The One-shoulder Dress 2009 Trend

2009-05-24T17:43:00.004+08:00

Source: Spring Summer Fashion Trends 2009 article by Pauline Weston Thomas

Left and near left printed blue dresses worn by guests at Swarovski sponsored function. Bright Blue 'Hare Place' dress by Aquascutum. Far right print dress - River Island Clothing Co. Ltd Spring 2009 - 80s Paint splash dress

The one-shoulder dress is already the hot style of early 2009.

The full prom skirt has become a norm for special occasion wear. The bare shoulder prom look dress is making way for the ladylike silhouette of the one shoulder dress. The bandeau bustier bare shoulder look has been in vogue for bridal and evening dresses for over a decade. Time to move those occasion dresses and prom gowns on into the next fashion decade of the twenty-teens. 2010 will be here before you know it. The newer dress styles favour more interesting one-shoulder detail or attention-grabbing skirt layers. Tops, swimsuits and floor length maxi gowns are all a sign of the strength of this trend

MAXI MANIA PART 13

2009-05-24T17:40:00.002+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 12

2009-05-18T19:20:00.002+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 11

2009-05-14T15:41:00.002+08:00

ANNOUNCEMENT

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ANNIVERSARY SALES !!

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MORE SLIMMING STYLE SECRETS

2009-03-31T10:01:00.001+08:00

* If a thick middle is your problem area, remember that jackets or shirts with hems at your midsection can make a boxy shape look chunkier. Choose jackets that are hip length (or longer). Just say no to bulky shoulder pads and yes to dropped shoulders. A smart choice for fabric is figure-skimming slinky knit.

As for tops, a wrap-around style blouse nips in the waist where it meets, resulting in an hourglass look. Look for a sash to tie at the middle -- it will also cinch your waist area. A monotone suit with a nipped waist is ideal for your shape.

Quick Tip: When jacket shopping, you can create the illusion of a waist with a curved shape or a belted back.

* If you have wide hips, choose a wide collared coat as it will draw the eye up from the hip area. A coat that flares slightly will skim past the hips and thighs, concealing bumps and bulges.

If you're skirt shopping, check out styles with ruffled hems or that flare slightly at the bottom (A-line skirts are a do). Dresses with shirring at the bodice can also slenderize hips.

Quick Tip: A boat neck creates a horizontal line and broadens your shoulders, making yours hips look more narrow.

* You can minimize your bust area with cross-over style tees and tanks and wrap-style tops. Ponchos and poncho-style tops are all the rage this fall and they're perfect for detracting attention away from fuller breasts.

An unzipped hoodie or open cardigan creates a vertical line, lengthening the neckline and torso.

Quick Tip: Scoop neck tees with their deep, wide neckline work to break up an ample chest area.

* An empire-style top will bring focus to the bust and away from a noticeable belly. Shift dresses slim your waistline. Skirts and dresses cut on the bias are great for taming the tummy area.

Wearing a slender belt around your waist over a tunic or shift will visually cinch it in. Blouson style dresses may seem like the perfect cover-up, but actually they can have the opposite effect on some shapes, so try before you buy!

Quick Tip: Remember, extra-long necklaces create a leaner line on your entire top half, resulting in a slimmer look.

Citrus Yellow and Green Dresses - The 2009 Fashion Silhouette

2009-03-31T09:49:00.005+08:00

Article about fashions in summer dresses for 2009 by Pauline Weston Thomas

Even with so many styles of dress available, the most noticeable trend for summer dresses 2009 is for a bold strong colour, with drapery in a gradually widening skirt silhouette. Fashion designers achieve this by employing double layer skirts.

Volume, once a dirty word in early noughties fashion, now seems so normal compared to just a few years ago. The shoulder line has widened and covered bare shoulders giving a fifties/early sixties touch of fashion. This is groomed dressing. You can also see actresses wearing examples of this dress style in the TV series 'Mad Men'.

In the line-up of 4 summer dresses below, the rich green strapless dress shown left has a fuller silhouette with a much wider skirt and a deep inverted pleat. The prom bodice is also higher than in previous seasons. The apple green sleeved and yellow dresses all have draped soft pleats which add volume fullness.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

2009-03-28T19:02:00.001+08:00

Source: How to start,run & stay in bussiness (4th edition)
By Gregory F.Kishel & Patricia Gunter Kishel

Do u have what it takes to own and operate your own business?
Researchers have found that individuals who possess certain characteristics are more likely to succeed as business owners than those who lack these characteristics.

Motivation
Confidence
Willingness to take risk
Ability to make decision
Human relations skill
Communication skills
Technical ability
Vision

The 2009 Summer Dress Silhouette

2009-03-28T18:22:00.001+08:00

article about fashions in summer dresses for 2009, author Pauline Weston Thomas

In fashion history terms it is now very easy to see how the dress for 2009 is moving from a straight silhouette to A-line. The profile is getting much wider at skirt and shoulder level, and is balanced with a longer hemline.

Observe how many of the dresses on this page illustrate the use of a wider A-line silhouette, drapery, tucks, pleats and bows. Almost all are combined with that other strong new fashion trend of greater modesty at the neckline. Most of these frocks have more modest sweeping jewel or boat necklines rather than ultra low revealing décolleté.

Less formal dresses are the easy A-line 60's shifts, or Kimono sleeve dresses that morph into tunics when worn over trousers.

Asymmetric one shoulder dresses are leading the way for occasion and evening wear styles, although there are also plenty of prom fairy style dresses and maxi dresses too

Accessories for 2009 - Bold Chunky Jewellery

2009-03-27T18:22:00.001+08:00

Spring Summer Fashion Trends 2009 article by Pauline Weston Thomas

Big bold chain-store costume jewellery is the easiest most achievable must-have fashion of Spring and Summer 2009. Think - huge chain store necklaces with texture and scale contrasts, big textural rings, stacked bangles - thin or thick cuffs. Mix and match clothes and jewellery with bold colours. For evening looks finish your outfits off with chandelier or elongated earrings.

THEY WANT MORE!!

2009-03-27T18:00:00.001+08:00

Since oct 2008 beautifulsofea.com had sold hundreds of maxi dresses...
Alhamdullillah...
I never expect this kind of sales for one type of dress..
Now my customers want more and more new vibrant collections of maxi dress
Even though dah ada few webs & blog lain yg dah start jual maxi but it seems that demand dari my beloved customers still ada...tq tq tq...
I'm trying my best to get more maxi for you guys...
As for now mmg i utamakan all the members..maxi mania part 10 dedicated just for members..and as u can see the price is much cheaper than outside (my cust in JB said the modest part 3 maxi = RM90 and my cust in Bangi reported that the same maxi = RM85 at PKNS bangi.).....
I will get more maxi for Maxi Mania Part 11,12,13 etc etc...
Wish me luck!!

MAXI MANIA PART 10

2009-03-27T17:57:00.001+08:00

BAJU BARU LAGI

2009-03-15T03:32:00.001+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 9

2009-03-11T10:07:00.002+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 8 + LOTS MORE

2009-02-20T09:51:00.001+08:00

NEW ARRIVALS-FEBRUARY

2009-02-06T02:55:00.002+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 7

2009-02-06T02:53:00.000+08:00

WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS

2009-01-14T12:14:00.000+08:00

Alhamdullilah now beautifulsofea.com can accept visa & mastercards. However we only accept c.c for order amount more than RM50. And there is an extra 4% processing fee charge applied.
To pay via credit cards pls inform us via email or sms & we will email u the link to our c.c facilities. Before using your c.c,pls make sure u have your 3D secure code from your c.c issuer bank.If u do not register online with your c.c bank & do not have a 3D password,the transaction can not be proceed.

NEW YEAR NEW LOOK NEW YOU

2009-01-13T13:11:00.000+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 5

2008-12-27T01:20:00.001+08:00

ONLINE BIZ START-UP COST

2008-12-03T20:49:00.001+08:00

salam...
lama tak share tips biznes kat sini..
sgt2 busy dgn my maxi mania yg dah sampai part 4 ni....

anyway, ramai yg tanya berapa minimum RM required to start an online business?
Depends on what business u nak buat...
Paling senang just join direct selling macam cosway, RM60 jer start up cost than kita jual lah brg cosway kat blog/website atau just do it the conventional way, jual offline pada kawan2 atau jiran2
Utk start biznes jual pakaian, seingat sy, sy keluarkan modal utk stok dlm RM500 cam tu....
Total semua termasuk sewa domain,web hosting,beli mannequin second hand tak sampai RM1K..
kebetulan kamera digital dah ada so tak der kos dikeluarkan utk kamera...
Sy start buat online boutique ni end of 2005 & siap sepenuhnya april 2006,website guna open source jer Agora cart....
ok nanti sambung lagii.......

MAXI DRESS OBSESSION

2008-12-03T20:18:00.001+08:00

I think dah 2-3 months i only concentrate on maxi dress.
Dah sampai tahap obsessed...
so as my customers....some bought for themselves 5-6 pcs...(kaya customer2 aku ni rupa2nya)
In my collection ada dlm 5 maxi dress....
maxi dress is very2 comfy...
my favorite is the kimono type,especially the Lycra polyester...make me look slimmer...

MAXI MANIA PART 4!

2008-12-03T20:13:00.001+08:00

MAXI MANIA PART 3!

2008-11-25T10:33:00.001+08:00

FASHION TIPS OF THE DAY

2008-10-29T13:40:00.001+08:00

Something from Oprah show:

Before:
Carla is a 34-year-old full-time firefighter, a wife and mother of three who's got a three-alarm fashion emergency. In an average week she says she wears sweats seven times. "I'm in a man's profession," says Carla. "I wear men's clothes. I want to dress a little more girly."

She has a fabulous figure. It's long, lean and muscular. So what's the fashion challenge? She wants to dress comfortably while also strategically playing down her broad shoulders and thick, muscular legs. Plus, she wants to show off her feminine side.

After:

A tailored jacket, long scarf and thigh-skimming pants give Carla's tall, broad-shouldered body a new shape! Her jacket is soft and tailored to fit so it complements—and doesn't enlarge—her broad shoulders. Her thighs are muscular so her trousers skim, rather than cling, to her leg. And because Carla doesn't often wear heels, she's wearing a wedged heel to bring her long legs and low waist into proportion. A long scarf skims down her center and takes off more weight.

MAXI DRESS PRE-ORDER CLOSED

2008-10-29T13:32:00.001+08:00

The maxi dress pre-order is officially closed.Yesterday at the very last minute I've added 10 more new dresses and some of the customers ada yg sempat jugak rembat the long sleeve maxi dress tu....
Last2 minute b4 the order closed byk pulak order masuk utk these 2 dresses..
So hopefully in 10-14 days the dreseses sampai sini....

SUPER MOM??

2008-10-24T00:24:00.001+08:00

ever heard of the term super mom or super mummy..??
what does the word 'super' mean?
when i asked my 5 yr old sofea who is superman..?she confidently replied "superman somebody yg ada super power lah mama..."
ehmmm....betu lah tu...so super mom is similar to a mother with super power??
are you a super mom?
what super power do you have??
i dont have a super power.....can i be a super mama to sofia & sarah?
but what i know, i quit my job & start my online business because of them....
frankly speaking,dulu time keja makan gaji i ingatkan dah cukup penat...balik keja nak kena buat chores lagi...prepare meals lagi...
now bila dah jadi housewife lagi penat rupanya....tapi disebalik kepenatan ada kepuasan diri...hard to explain...
so to all ibu,mama,mummy,ummi yg nak working from home be prepared...it is not as easy as u think...
the key word is TIME MANAGEMENT......
write it on paper...every single task u want to do in a day...include the task utk mandikan anak,teaching them,read story books for them,accompany them to the playground...
I pernah buat 3 tasks at one time...susukan sarah + replying to email+ talking to the phone with potential customer ...
and sometimes cooking+teaching sofea counting using flash card + or nyanyi2 lagu abc dgn sarah....kalau kat ofis ni dah kira pekerja contoh lah ni multi-tasking semua kerja org kita buat...confirm naik pangkat hehehehehehe....
so employee yg boleh buat multitasking kat ofis at one point can be consider as superb
but when a mother or specifically housewife yg buat multitasking can they be considered as superb...??people will say its normal...its the nature work of a housewife
hehehe....jom try jadi housewife..then u will know langit tu tinggi atau rendah...
so good luck to all mothers yg started working at home..

PRE-ORDER MAXI DRESS

2008-10-21T22:26:00.001+08:00

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FASHION TIPS OF THE DAY

Baju baru laagiiii...sales extended!

10 Quick and Easy Slimming Tips

NEW ARRIVALS - 1FEB

How to Wear a Flared Dress

Online vs Offline

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OPENING SALE!!

NEW ARRIVALS

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INSTANTLY SLIMMING PART 4

Slimmer Thighs and Calves

DO

DON'T

Fake tan

Capri pants

Flared trousers/jeans

Leggings

Wide leg trousers/jeans

Three quarter length dresses or skirts

Bootleg trousers/jeans

Kitten heels

Bright top to take attention away from bottom half

Bias cut or Calf length skirts

Dark colours on bottom half (no white)

Tapered jeans

Open toed sandals or Wedged shoes

Straight leg jeans

A line skirts

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RAYA SALE PART 7

RAYA SALE PART 6

NEW ARRIVAL RAYA MAXI DRESS

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INSTANTLY SLIMMING PART 3

Shaping Your Boobs

DO

DON'T

Dark colours

Pastel shades

Tailored shirts

Belts

Slimming pants
(think Bridget Jones)