Elegantly Casual

Actress Rita Hayworth, transformed from teenaged dancer, to a major movie star, a power move in itself, and became one of the world’s greatest beauty and style icons.

On screen she dazzled in films like Gilda, topped by Affair in Trinidad (based on the US army base in Trinidad). In Gilda, she wore glamourous gowns, and jaw dropping ensembles, each topped by the next.

But off-screen, Rita was all Casual Chic - and was often caught off-guard and photographed in signature slacks, loose dresses and shirts, and comfy flat shoes.

Belle was able to capture this style with women's clothing from Jen Couture (www. jencouturett.com), and men's clothing by Bang Bang, photographed at Crews Inn Hotel and Yachting Centre. All prices quoted in Trinidad and Tobago dollars.

Stylish one-shoulder ruffled jumpsuit. $525.00

Linen wide-leg jumpsuit with belt. $385.00
Under flower-purple hangbag, textured faux leather, rear pocket with zipper. $325.00
Multi-colour contoured dress with ruching throughout bustline. $599.00

Cap sleeve cardigan, paired with solid vest, and 3/4 zipper ended legging. $210.00, $150.00, $175.00
Ruffled open cardigan vest paired with double-breasted waist coat and mid-calf legging. $220.00, $250.00, $90.00

Fresh and flirty, long linen tube dress with belt. $345.00

Trendy one-shoulder ruffle belted romper. $325.00
Designer inspired faux leather handbag with zip top closure, and gold-toned hardware. $299.00
Short sleeve button-up shirt dress/tunic accented with crisscross belt. $155.00, $120.00

Fun and flirty, floral printed strapless dress with pleats. $350.00
Faux leather handbag with top zipper closure and ruffle design. $399.00

Printed flirty halter dress with empirewaist. $395.00
Sleeveless painted floral dress with flowy fabric design. $460.00
One-shoulder dress paired with stud ended mid-calf legging. $695.00, $125.00

Form fitting strapless dress, tiered skirt, and matching racer back cardigan with pockets. $350.00

Form fitting strapless dress, tiered skirt, and matching racer back cardigan with pockets. $350.00