Confidently Beautiful – TEAM Miss Sarasota USA By Becca Smith Photography by Jolanta Bremer of Jola Portraits The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) uses its global grassroots reach to empower women to be self-confident and strive to be their personal best. MUO believes that every woman should be “Confidently Beautiful”. The MISS UNIVERSE, MISS USA, and MISS TEEN USA pageants provide an international platform through dedicated partnerships with charities, sponsors, and brands around the world. During their reign, winners are given the tools to personally and professionally enrich others by providing humanitarian efforts to affect positive change, all while developing their […]
Style With A Cause Part II – Cutting Loose For Charities By Becca Smith Photography by Jolanta Bremer of Jola Portraits REAL Style readers, I hope you have enjoyed the “Style with a Cause” summer series ─ empowering and inspiring women through fashion and beauty; honoring amazing women who choose to use their talents and time to give back to the community in which they work and live. When I think of a woman who has “Style with a Cause” Coral Pleas, Master Stylist/Founder of Cutting Loose Salon comes to mind. Coral and her staff are committed to inspiring women […]
Summer Style Trends Part 1 – Style With A Cause By Becca Smith Photography by Jolanta Bremer of Jola Portraits Style With A Cause is about empowering and inspiring women through fashion and beauty. This is my passion. Which is why I will be dedicating my upcoming REAL Style columns to “Style With A Cause” – Summer Style Trends. I will cover a bevy of fun style & beauty trends for fashionistas at all levels, and will be honoring amazing women who help raise funds to give back. When I think of amazing, successful, strong beautiful women who make a […]
Spring Up Your Wardrobe Bring on Spring: Freshen Up Your Style By Becca Smith Welcome to the “Bring on Spring” series. It’s May now and a perfect time to give your wardrobe a little freshening up so you’ll be ready to step out this spring in style. Spring is the perfect time of year to get a fresh start and cleaning out your closet is the first step. Yes, that’s right, it’s time to “spring-proof” your wardrobe. Time to put away those dark drab colors and heavier fabrics. I don’t know about you, but I’m wanting to add some color […]
Inside the NBA’s New Style Wars By Becca Smith It was MARCH MADNESS on the college scene, but all the madness now is on the most fashionable men of NBA basketball! The NBA has come a long way from oversized throwback jerseys, and multi-colored fitted caps that dominated the late nineties and early twenties. Players today are more comfortable wearing high end brands and straight off the runway. The rivalry among the NBA’s elite has spilled off the court and into an arena where athletes have historically feared to tread: high fashion. Players are now showing up for games wearing […]
Happy New You By Becca Smith Want to start with a new look on life? As we continue into another year the time is perfect to take on a NEW IMAGE. Now is a fantastic time to reassess each aspect of your life and identify which areas require improvement and change. Resolutions can be achieved. To be successful at any change, you need to really want it. It takes careful planning and real motivation to succeed at any goal. As an Image Consultant and Fashion Stylist I encourage women to follow their passion and strive to be the women they […]
Fashion Color Report By Becca Smith Colors will transcend time and place with a diverse color palette this season. They take us on an adventure to various vantage points from past and present. You will see untypical colors – more reflective of the imagination and ingenuity, which makes for an artful collection of colors not bound by the usual hues for the season. There is a feminine mystique that is reflected throughout the color pallet, inspired by the increasing need for women to create an individual imprint. Let’s raise our glass to one of my favorite colors Sangria, an exotic red that […]
Fall Fashion Preview By Becca Smith It’s time to FALL in love with the upcoming Fashions. In this REAL Style issue we preview the key pieces to buy for the season ahead. From the new shapes in jackets and skirts to the latest updates on trouser dressing, knits, and must-have shoes and bags. Let’s take look at eight Key pieces – essential wardrobe elements that will open doors this fall. 1. The coat – specifically, the textured one. Rich tapestry and embroidered. The scarlet coat is also red-hot. Bring a flash of fun to fall’s sophisticated neutrals. Whether you choose […]
Sizziling Styles For Summer By Becca Smith With summer approaching for many a fashionista, we’re all eager to hit the beach in REAL style. But whether you’re soaking up the sun on Florida’s most beautiful beaches, the most important decision won’t be the SPF of your suntan lotion, but which swimwear pieces you’ll be wearing. In this REAL Style issue I bring you swimwear styles that are trending this summer, and how to pick a style to flatter your figure. It’s always worth knowing what styles will fit you well with spring/summer 2014 fashion trends. To make a bold statement […]
Spring Has Sprung! By Becca Smith This spring is all about renewal. The transition from winter to spring is particularly exciting as we anticipate the end of colder days. We just experienced the spring forward with daylight savings time. The days are a bit brighter and longer, and pedicures and bare legs are a reality. It’s not hard to get caught up in the heat of the moment and splurge on new spring things for your closet. Spring also feels like a reawakening. This season’s runways offered a series of wake-up calls by way of unique pairings, new approaches to […]
Fashion For A Cause By Becca Smith It’s time to get REAL with Beauty from the Inside/out, as Inner beauty is reflected in your outward appearance. When you discover the balance between inner and outer beauty, you will look and feel sensational all the time. You should always be increasing your beauty from the inside out because your body esteem, self-confidence, and self-esteem – which all come from inside, can affect how beautiful you appear to others. Did you know you are 20% more beautiful to other people than the person you see in the mirror every morning? WHY? … […]
New Year Resolutions Undone… What’s In Your Closet? By Becca Smith Ring out the old, ring in the new, and get REAL with your Closet in 2014. If de-cluttering your closet is on your New Year’s to-do-list it’s time to do some spring cleaning. In this issue REAL Style will help you obtain a workable, wearable wardrobe, a wardrobe that expresses your best self. How would you like to open your closet and have everything in it match your fashion personality, lifestyle, and your body type? It’s possible by taking a long, critical look at what’s in your closet.
LOVE is in the Air! By Becca Smith Valentine’s Day is February 14 and celebrated around the world to recognize the love we have for that special someone. Women have become very conscious about fashion trends for this most special and romantic day. They want to know what would be the best of the dresses and outfits to put on to look smart, stylish and impressive to their special ones. A woman dressing up in her own favorite way is a fundamental part of her personality and look. In this issue REAL Style will share some HOT trends that will […]
New Year Wishes From REAL Magazine In this issue we visit with Action Realty’s Daniel Matusiak. His insight and marketing initiatives for luxury properties are opening doors and changing the game in Sarasota. We all need a little bit of style and fashion stylist Becca Smith will orchestrate the panache to make us styling smart. Last we go inside the Van Wezel Foundation with Monica Van Buskirk. This behind the scenes look illustrates what the foundation does for our community, beyond supporting the Van Wezel. Also, it’s time to say farewell to Lauren (Phinney) Dorsett. Besides her anchor role at […]
Becca Z. Smith Life, Styled By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa At an early age, Becca Z. Smith was drawn to fashion. Playing dress up with treasures from her grandparents’ trunk, she delved into the glamour of frilly dresses, charming hats, ladylike handbags, unique jewelry and high-heeled shoes. “I remember how beautiful I felt parading up and down the sidewalk, stumbling in heels five sizes too big,” she reminisces. She never quite grew out of it. For Becca, the idea of fashion evolved from the simple excitement of a new look, to the significant impact of well-placed pieces. Her passion drove her to […]
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