Nashauna Drummond, Staff Reporter

Left: Angella Robinson sizzles in this brown body-hugging jumpsuit.   Center: Whether it's for work or play, Casa Bella has it all. And Vivianne Lawerence is ready for the office.   Right: Crystal Gregory is ready to have a ball. - Colin Hamilton/Freelance Photographer

Casa Bella du Sophia (Beautiful House of Sophia), is a woman's answer to establishing her own sense of style. Proprietor Sophia Butler notes that Casa Bella is built on the premise that women should not just wear things because they are fashionable, but they should discover their own personal style and that's what they do. Located at the rear of Northside Plaza in Liguanea, they provide optimum privacy.

Casa Bella is not just a boutique. They provide make-up artistry and consultancy. "Whatever shape or size, we find the outfit for you for any occasion," promises Butler. You can come in, get your make-up done, your outfit with matching shoes, and accessories (costume jewellery and handbag).

Sourcing

Casa Bella also ensures that if they don't have what you want they will source it for you. Butler explains that they do not carry more than three pieces of any one item. However, if there is something specific that a customer wants, they will contact their distributor who will then email a photo of the item to the customer. After a confirmation from the customer and a down-payment, the item is shipped with no extra cost to the customer.

Butler also told Flair that if her customers can't come in, her sales representative will go to them. Specifically for groups of three or more, they will take the displays to the customers if they are unable to come in. They will do make-up and get them ready for any occasion. She also has a credit account for her regular customers who can settle their accounts at the end of each month. In a bid to cater to different body types, they carry from sizes zero to 18.

Branching Out

Casa Bella is not only for working executives. Butler is branching out into the teens market and in the future, hopes to carry male clothing and incorporate hair in their services, completing the entire package to suit any woman's needs. Casa Bella uses only Mac and Black Opal lines of make-up.