Vintage Trends in Lingerie
July 9, 2010

Vintage is everywhere. We see it in fashion, design and now in lingerie. These lingerie trends can be seen in the styles of bras, corsets, and other lingerie available today. Vintage styles of lingerie are sexy—who doesn’t want to look like a bombshell? Getting a little extra push up from a bra or bustier will give you a sexy look all day long and under any sexy little black dress into the evening. Whether you need some sexy lingerie or just a way to add a little extra structure...

Not All Breasts Are Created Equal
June 30, 2010

Intimate apparel solutions for different size breasts. As young girls, many of us imagined how we would look and be when we grew up. In truth, however, when it came to our physical attributes we would not have fathomed that our budding beauties would be less than perfect in either their size or shape. Time passes and eventually reality sets in. Our new task as adults is then finding the best bra and lingerie to fill in the gaps and make us feel wonderful about our physical selves. Different...

Reasons to Add a Shelf Bra to Your Lingerie Drawer
June 8, 2010

At times, it can feel like you have too many options when you look at your collection of bras. When to wear each one can be a little overwhelming. But if you take a second look at the bras in your dresser, you may notice something: They are all more alike than they are different. The problem with most women's private undergarment selection is that they find one bra style that feels good ”plenty of support, comfortable straps and a good weight of fabric”and they never depart from that same...

I’m Full Figured: Can I Wear a Shelf Bra?
June 3, 2010

Many plus-size women are asking, “Can I wear a shelf bra?” Shelf bras are often seen as specialty lingerie that won’t work for larger bra sizes. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Shelf bras make a sexy statement for any size woman. In fact, having curves can enhance the way a shelf bra fits and looks. These bras are versatile and offer ample support for any chest size. Here are some tips for finding a shelf bra, also known as a balcony/balconette bra, that will...

The Most Common Bra-Fitting Mistake
April 16, 2010

I’m often asked: what is the most common mistake women buy when fitting or buying bras? While there are many common mistakes, ranging from the way women wash their bras to the way women adjust their straps, I have to say that the part of bra-wearing that is most often misunderstood is cup size and band size. I see this particularly with fuller-figured women who are shopping for plus-size bras. Because many lingerie companies stop producing bras at a D or DD + cup size, women with full...

Choosing Bras and Panties for Summer
April 7, 2010

As the weather warms up, summer shopping begins. Everyone has a fairly standard list: new swimsuit, flattering shorts, flirty sundresses and comfy flip-flops. But, as the leaves begin to show, it’s inevitable that a little bit more of your decolletage will being to show as well. Summer fashion is light, airy and tends to show a little more skin. Where winter hides your collarbone and shoulders with turtlenecks, knit sweaters and various layers, summer offers your skin up for sun kissing...

How to Pack Lingerie for a Trip
March 30, 2010

Jet-setting sometime soon? Make sure to take along some sexy little somethings, but don’t forget to pack them with care. Follow these tips to keep your favorite bras, panties and other lingerie packed away safe and sound when traveling. • Invest in some pretty fabric bags (choose soft, breathable fabrics such as linen, cotton or satin) to store your lingerie in. These are good at home, or to reduce wrinkle and crumpling on the road. • Tissue paper can be useful to fill...