Business Expert Maria Gamb “Healing the Corporate”

MARIA GAMB: BUSINESS EXPERT FOR BELLA PETITE Maria Gamb ‘s mantra is change the norm, change the world! She is  the CEO and Founder of NMS Communications, LLC. Maria is an advocate of  ”no more stress,” Read more

Being Mindful of Your Business and Relationship

We live in a fast-paced, sometimes harried world where demands on our time and energy can sometimes overwhelm and send us spinning. As we seek to achieve the “Love, Joy, Peace, Prosperity, Health and Success in our life and Read more

Petite Celebrity Gossip Kim Kardashian Jokes: ‘Divorce Was a Bad Business Decision’

Petite celebrity reality star 5’1″ Kim Kardashian saga goes on with no apparent end insight.  The Kardashian’s have proven they are skillful marketing moguls.  When will we be free of this media farce? hmmm, who knows!   Read more

My Unfinished Business Love-A-Licious! [relationships] [love talk]

It is amazing how often we start things in life, and end up with unfinished business.

We have projects that we in the beginning started with passion and enthusiasm to only later ditch the project, or get side-tracked.

Many Read more

YOUNG WOMEN IN BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT AND LEADERSHIP TRAITS

GIRLS RULE!

How do you know if you are a good leader to your team? How do you know if you are even suited to be a leader? Here are some traits of a great female leader.

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20 Small Acts of Civility to Help Your Career [business advice] [communication]

20 Small Acts of Civility to Help Your Career

It wasn’t until I entered into the world of image consulting that the term “civility” became one of my favorite and treasured words. It’s a word that I try to Read more

Communication Tips to Enhance your Corporate Image [JMP Style] [Business]

Communication Tips to Enhance your Corporate Image

As a former marketing professional for the technology sector, I often worked on developing branding and advertising campaigns for products and services so my transition into the image industry was an easy Read more

Knowledge is Power [Job Seek] [Business Women] [Recession Proof]

One of the Five Behaviors That Will Kill Your Career (and stifle your advancement)

Knowledge is Power (and you don’t have any)

The young lanky girl took my order at Subway. She was slow, but accommodating. I tend to Read more

How to Manage Bad Bosses: Tips for Surviving & Thriving! [business] [lifestyle]

This week on the Bella Petite Hour (with host Ann Lauren) will be co-host Bella Petite business expert  Maria Gamb author of best selling book “Healing The Corporate World”. We will be talking about  how to Read more

You’re So Money and You Don’t Know It! [business] [lifestyle]

This week on the Bella Petite Hour (with host Ann Lauren) will be co-host Maria Gamb author of best selling book “Healing The Corporate World”.  We will be bringing talking about business, your career and how to hone Read more

7 Steps to Regaining Your Focus [lifestyle] [business]

We all go through times where we’ve lost the focus on our goals and aspirations. Family issues arise, holiday times and/or an over committed schedule are all examples of the subtle ways one can get side tracked. It happens. Read more

Are You Distracted By Bright Shiny Objects? [lifestyle] [business]

Have you ever felt like there was a landslide of opportunities that all of a sudden appeared?  You look left and you can choose to take the opportunities on that pathway. Then you look right  Read more

Bella Petite Hour: A Woman’s Guide to Your Money Relationship [business] [lifestyle]

This week on the Bella Petite Hour (with host Ann Lauren) and co-host Maria Gamb, Bella Petite’s resident business expert and author of best selling book “Healing the Corporate World “.

Our Special guest will Read more

Hitting The Wall? Get Motivated On The Next Bella Petite Hour [business] [lifestyle]

There are times when we all hit the wall.  We hit that wall when we start to wonder whether or not what we’re doing is making any kind of impact – not just on ourselves and our families, Read more

Bella Petite Hour Business Edition: RELATIONSHIP BUILDING [business][dating][petite women]

The September 14th Bella Petite Hour (with host Ann Lauren) and co-host Bella Petite business expert Maria Gamb the “Change Agent” will be all about relationship building in business and our personal lives.  Ann and Maria will talk Read more

The Real Currency Required to Create a Business That Thrives [business][lifestyle]

Bella Petite’s resident “Business” Expert Maria Gamb valuable words of wisdom!

Most people believe giving is only measured in terms of money, but there are no-cost ways to give through expressing and demonstrating your internal abundance. This is your Read more

The Operative Word is FUN! [business][lifestyle]

Many of you have been following the latest shift in my gym regime on Facebook. I’ve been in search of a new, more energizing workout that is more fun and rewarding. The operative word is FUN. I work Read more

5 Tell Tale Signs You’re A Back Seat Driver [business][lifestyle]

5 Tell Tale Signs You’re A Back Seat Driver: Sometimes it’s ok NOT to be in control…of EVERYTHING!

Recently, as I was preparing to work with a client I was given a very clear message for this particular individual: Read more

Inspired Leaders Inspire Others: 21 Ways to Strengthen Faith [business] [lifestyle]

Inspired Leaders Inspire Others “21 Ways to Strengthen Faith”

BELLA PETITE BUSINESS EXPERT AND NEWLY CONTRIBUTING WRITER MARIA GAMB

To move forward with passion and conviction every business leader needs to have faith. No matter your spiritual orientation Read more

The Bella Petite Hour “Business of Entertainment”

On the Bella Petite Hour with (Host Ann Lauren) there will be two fascinating and knowledgeable guests joining us to discuss the business of entertainment.

You will find out about what it takes to be a glamour model, what Read more

Top Ten List What to Say or Not, When Dating Petite Women

Super funny and stupid comments to say when dating petite women. Especially if you want a second date. Read more

Top Ten Of Things To Know About Giada De Laurentiis

Did you know that Giada De Laurentiis was born in Italy and was bullied in the USA at age 7 when she moved here from Italy. Read more

Ann Lauren An American Actress And Role Model

Actress Ann Lauren is an inspiring role model for underprivileged kids. Her unique brand of compassionate style and leadership helps kids obtain scholarships. Read more

Top 10 List of Funny Comments About Petite Women To Laugh At

Top ten list of comments told petite women that we may, or may not be appreciated! Fodder meant to entertain you. It's healthy for us to laugh at ourselves! Read more

American Actor James Filbird “The Wandering Earth” Star

World Culture "The Wandering Earth" Sequel Starring A Newly Discovered American Actor Ingenue In China James Filbird scores major motion picture movie roles. Read more

Celebrities For Humanity WE THRIVE® Sustainable Initiatives

We Thrive Ann Lauren Sustainable Initiatives for Humanity Help Women and Save The Earth for a better tomorrow. Read more

Ann Lauren® On The Importance Of Your Brand Creation

A brand has to be unique and recognizable to be kept in mind by consumers. Beware of FRAUDS using your BRAND NAME. Read more

Why A Revealing Scientific Study Men Prefer Petite Women

Scientists claim, men do not notice symmetry in the body, but instead look for much more obvious signs of attractiveness such as height, leg length, and bust. Read more

Ann Lauren® This Seasons Fashion Trends 2021-22

Seasonal color trends are tapping into the power of color 'wearapy.' Runway styles are sporty, tailored, monochromatic and optimistic. Read more

Model Expert Ann Lauren Modeling Advice For Petite Women

Expert Advice On How-To Become a Professional Petite Model. Find out what it takes to be a successful model. Petite Models Wanted. Read more

Model Influencer Ann Lauren Professional How To Model Advice

Professional career advice on how to become a petite model and not get scammed. Read more

Top 10 Hot Celebrity Petite Body Types

Hollywood's Bella Petite Celebrities in their string bikinis. Get ready for our top celebrity petite body bikini hotties and find out who made our top ten list! Read more

Ann Lauren Defines Petite Size Models & Fashion Standards

According to the fashion industry; Petite is defined by height at 5′5″ inches tall and under. Petite refers to stature, not body weight. Bella Petite Magazine Read more

New Annmarie Organic Skincare Editorial Model Actress Ann Lauren

Since our inception, we’ve prided ourselves on providing our customers with unquestionably high-quality, honest and effective products to support an organic and natural lifestyle. Read more

Ann Lauren Gives You Five Good Reasons To Own A LBD

During tight economic times the little black dress is one of the best fashion investments you can make. Here are five good reasons to own an (LBD): Read more

Ann Lauren® Luxury By JCK

The two shows, the largest jewelry events in the United States, will remain at The Venetian Resort & Sands Expo in Las Vegas. Read more

Ann Lauren Calvin Klein Model

We define petite for the modern era fashion, entertainment, and lifestyle media. Read more

Covergirl Sundai Love 2021

If you really want to become an actress or a model, I can’t stress enough the importance of education and investing money into your career. Read more

Ann Lauren Fit Our Generations Look

Designer fashion scaled to fit petite women. Read more

Fashionable Home Design Trends

Timeless glam design trends... Read more

Gorgeous Bridgerton Star Rege-Jean Page On Returning Season 2 Uncertain

Rege-Jean Page on returning to Bridgerton for season 2. Read more

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Ann Lauren Fashion, entertainment, and lifestyle celebrity expert editor's message, 'Renew'. Read more

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Bella Petite Models are internationally recognized. Bella Petite Magazine is the fashion bible for petite women. Read more

Beware of Airbnb

A pandemic of horrors! Top 10 problems with using Airbnb. Read more

Ann Lauren ® Bella Petite Clothing

Sustainable clothing initiatives for the petite women. Read more

Ann Lauren ® Fashions

Bella Petite is the fashion bible for petite women. We celebrate the petite woman's image with rich multimedia content. Read more

Ann Lauren ® Fashion History In The Making

Fashion release for petite women! Read more

Ann Lauren Fashion Is Custom Made To Fit You Now On-Demand Order Today

Bella Petite Capsule Collection by Ann Lauren. Fashion that is all about the fit. Ready to Wear On-Demand Fashion for petite women 5'6" and shorter. Read more

Beauty Solutions For Your Hair, Skin, and Scalp

Trichology expert advice on hair, skin, and scalp for complete beauty solutions to achieve your best look! Read more

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Bella Petite Swag  One-Stop-Gets For Bella Petite Women.WE THRIVE®  ALC's Sustainable Organic Fabrics and Original Prints are ECO-Friendly.  Ann Lauren Clothing Contributes 5% of all Profits to Support  Women Leading Green BusinessesClimate Change Leadership .Add to Cart FASHION DESIGNER PREMIUM Read more

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Ann Lauren®  EDITOR-IN-CHIEF BELLA PETITE MAGAZINE ® As the saying goes, 'dynamite comes in small packages,' and our Bella Petite®  founder and editor-in-chief, Ann Lauren® , is a testament to its truth! Lauren's celebrity and entrepreneurial ventures influenced a paradigm shift to Read more

Ann Lauren ® New Year

Let’s never forget no matter what our differences may be, our commonalities are much greater and when we work together. Read more

Mission

Founder Ann Lauren created (a national fashion movement and live fashion events) and now we have Bella Petite Publishing, LLC an extension of those efforts. Ann Lauren and Bella Petite are synonymous to petite women and are the vanguard Read more

Petite Celebrity Actresses Earning Big Bucks

TOP 5 BOX OFFICE ROYALTY LIST

#1 JENNIFER ANISTON

5’4″ Aniston: The Friends Star told Rolling Stone magazine in 1999 that ‘I’m 110, I’ve been 130, and I’m five feet five.’  There was some silly rumor a while Read more

Find Happiness Unlock the Hidden Secrets to Overcoming Today’s Turmoil!

The Bella Petite Hour with (Host Ann Lauren) and co-host Bella Petite Business Expert Maria Gamb features special guest Feng Shui Master and astrologist Donna Collins to help you “Unlock the Hidden Secrets to Overcoming Today’s Turmoil And Find Read more

Fit Clothing

Clothing fit models in fashion. Read more

Short ROCKSTARS Tall On Talent

Musical heights short Rockstars Tall on Talent. Read more

Ann Lauren ® The Year Of a New You

During the coming New Year, we want to wish you a peaceful, happy and prosperous lifestyle. Read more

What they are saying about the future of petite models in the fashion industry.

What they are saying about the future of petite models in the fashion industry. Read more

Retailers Support the Future of Petites in the Fashion Industry

Petite women are the future of fashion. The realization is the majority of women are 5'6" tall and under. Read more

El Paseo Fashion Week California Style

Fashion Week El Paseo, March 17-24, 2018, the largest consumer fashion show on the West Coast, held at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert. Bella Petite Magazine has an all-access pass for our readers to enjoy! Read more

8 Easy Steps On How To Buy a Home

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make! In reality, purchasing a home is an important life decision, and you want to be sure to make the best choices emotionally and financially. Read more

Ann Lauren On Luxury Real Estate

Ann Lauren has teamed up with the prestigious broker Keller Williams International and their amazing luxury real estate agent professionals to roll out LiveBeautifully.TV a luxury lifestyle media network that will feature luxury retailers high-end merchandise, and services, along with home design strategies, and beautiful homes. Read more

“The Price of Beauty” Petite Celeb Jessica Simpson on Oprah Winfrey

A short time ago, Jessica Simpson was interviewed by Oprah on the ‘Own” network to talk about her personal experiences living with the prying eyes of the paparazzi and constant tabloid slams over her weight. The central focus Read more

Southern California Family Law Attorney Thurman W. Arnold III CFLS, AAML Joins Bella Petite Experts

Attorney Thurman Arnold Joins Bella Petite to Answer Questions for Subscribers! Read more

Ann Lauren ® Desert Fashion Petite Model Editorial

Desert Heat Palm Springs on location editorial shoot. Read more

Having It All College and Career

Having It All College and Career Bella Petite Magazine Copyright © 2016

Gurl, You Can Have it All

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The common stereotype perpetuated upon models has been Read more

Vanessa Deleon Celebrity Interior Designer ‘Agate Stone Designs’

AGATE STONE HOME DESIGN

ABC Primetime and HGTV celebrity interior designer Vanessa Deleon has “Agate On The Mind Design.”  Taking us back to the Babylonian Empire, the Geode Agate Crystal saved from destruction because of their singular matrix Read more

Top Ten List Winter Fashion Trends ‘ A Unisex Color Palette’

Green Envy

This Winter  2016 color palette, designers’ pay homage to revolutionary moments in American history, from the seductive ‘20s to the bohemian hippie and modernists of the ‘60s and ‘70s.

The seasonal primary color trend of is “green!” Read more

Fashion For Petite Women Top 5 List of Styles For You

Often we are asked here on Bella Petite Magazine for outfit ideas that are flattering on petite women’s figures. Being a 5’2″ (98lb) petite woman with an hourglass figure (34D-22-34) and a short torso, I have spent a lifetime Read more

ABC Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe “The Talk”

Kaitlyn Bristowe (age 30, height 5’4,” born in Leduc, Alberta, Canada). Before getting on the Bachelor and then becoming the Bachelorette, Kaitlyn was a dance instructor.  She moved to Vancouver after winning a dance scholarship, Read more

Jennifer Lopez Hot Body Swimsuit Shoot

Bella Petite Jennifer Lopez Swimsuit Shoot

JENNIFER LOPEZ SWIMSUIT SHOOT

Bella Petite Latina Jennifer Lopez (5’4″ age 45) ! The Song said it first: She’s all about that booty—and she’s not sharing! “Being single is good,” Lopez Read more

Interior Design Expert Vanessa Deleon ‘Trailblazer Award’

Bella Latina Vanessa Deleon and primetime interior design star receives the prestigious ‘Trailblazer Award.’ Recognized by the Hispanic New Jersey Chamber of Commerce at the 24th Annual Expo & Convention luncheon. Vanessa was the recipient of the annual 2014 Read more

Top 10 Most Eligible Bachelors In The World

Recently, a Bella Petite reader posted a question about who we think is the perfect man? After some intense thought and deliberation, here is our top 10 list of the most eligible bachelors.  Of course, our criteria  Read more

Bestselling Author Chen Lizra Live From Israel

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Ann Lauren ® Produces Bella Petite ® Multimedia

Brand Ambassador, social media influencer Ann Lauren is a petite model, businesswoman, celebrity personality and founder of Bella Petite. 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

Bella Petite Model of the Week Chardae Bazemore

Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Chardae left her job at the Mayor’s Office to begin her career as a model. After working with several professional photographers, she decided to enhance her ability to become a notable Read more

Weight Extremes What’s your Look?

What’s Your Look?

ANOREXIC (underweight), THIN (good BMI), FIT (athletic shape), CURVY (hourglass), OVERWEIGHT, FAT (The U.S. population of men and women has reached epic proportions of obesity)…

Firstly we think women of all heights should want to Read more

How To Be Fit While Pregnant

BEAUTIFULLY PREGNANT RAFFAELA

Raffaela Jeurissen-Oratmangoen (age 31) is the perfect example to show that it is completely fine to train at the gym, even while pregnant. She is proud to show that a pregnancy is not an excuse to Read more

Three Simple Steps To Making Life Simpler

I can imagine you have seen this title, or some similar and many articles written about this particular issue. The fact is there is no magic bullet, unless you can clone yourself and split the list of things that Read more

Petite Modeling Advice: What is Trade, TFP and a Test Shot

What is TFP and what is a Test shot?

When a model collaborates with a photographer and neither are paid, that is known as trade or time for print (TFP) or test shot. Both the photographer and model get Read more

Supermodels Moonlighting From Iman, Kathy Ireland to Cindy Crawford

Supermodels and celebrities from Iman and Kathy Ireland to Cindy Crawford and Sandra Lee have tapped into the design and furniture world and found success.  In fact, Kathy Ireland built a $2 billion global brand, with Read more

New Face of L’Oreal Lea Michele Shines with Glee

New Face of L’Oreal

Petite celebrity 5’1″ Lea Michele has been officially named as the new face of L’Oreal Paris. The ‘Glee’ star landed a contract of $1 Million with an international brand of cosmetics, beauty and perfumes. Her Read more

Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For the Raise ‘Recession Proof Yourself’

Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For the Raise

LeNisha had no idea how powerful she was, but I saw it immediately when she sat beside me in the coffee shop. She had pure energy, positive vibes and was beautiful. Read more

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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Important Job Seeking Advice For Women

 Why Corporate Recruiters Won’t Work With You

There is a common theme that recruiters are insensitive to job seekers. Specifically, the complaints of most candidates are that recruiters don’t tell them where they stand in the process, don’t Read more

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

Making Your Presentation Come Alive

Like it or not, people are judging your communication style: your appearance, your use of language, your ideas, your delivery, and your ability to communicate with authority and impact.

If you’re speaking before an audience — whether it’s 5 Read more

Practice Makes Imperfect ‘The Imperfectionist’

When you take a look at a piece of art whether it is a sculpture, a painting or a carefully designed dress, you will most likely spot some imperfections. Creation is a process and in that process there are Read more

Supermodel Clarissa Burt Model and Talent Mentor: Model Search News

Back in the day of mega-supermodels like Janice Dickenson, Tyra Banks, Iman, and Kathy Ireland (to name a few), Clarissa Burt dominated the runways and was a supermodel muse for Valentino! In her candid interview on the Bella Petite Read more

Petite Celebrity Gossip: Britney Spears X Factor ATM

There are vacancies to fill on the X Factor, since Simon Cowell gave the boot to Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul.  These judges were terrible! But it now appears that petite celebrity singer 5’3″ Britney Spears and the Read more

General Hospital Soap Star Petite Celebrity Lexi Ainsworth

The indelibly pretty petite celebrity soap starlet 5’1″ Lexi Ainsworth (age 19) is a breath of fresh air on the young Hollywood scene.

Lexi is born to a dentist father and a teacher mother in Oklahoma City, perhaps not Read more

Spring Breakers Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Benson & James Francos

Juicy petite celebrity gossip run-amuck! Spring Breakers are in full swing in Florida this week!  The petite celebrity bikini clad babes of the Spring Breakers shoot featuring co-stars 5’4″ Selena Gomez, 5’0″ Vanessa Hudgens and 5’4″ Ashley Benson Read more

Male Model of The Year Martin Grassberger of Eddie Bauer

Recently, we had the pleasure of interviewing “Male Model of The Year” Martin Grassberger. We learned that Martin was born in 1979 and raised in a small Ski Resort in the Austrian Alps called, Aflenz-Kurort. Martin started out with Read more

Is Your Job Safe? Survey The Landscape!

During recession, I don’t recommend going to work every day blindly, wondering if you are going to be laid off. Chances are a job loss will happen to you during your career. How do you know if you are Read more

Business Expert Maria Gamb “Healing the Corporate”

MARIA GAMB: BUSINESS EXPERT FOR BELLA PETITE Maria Gamb ‘s mantra is change the norm, change the world! She is  the CEO and Founder of NMS Communications, LLC. Maria is an advocate of  ”no more stress,” Read more

Being Mindful of Your Business and Relationship

We live in a fast-paced, sometimes harried world where demands on our time and energy can sometimes overwhelm and send us spinning. As we seek to achieve the “Love, Joy, Peace, Prosperity, Health and Success in our life and Read more

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