Posts Tagged ‘bras’
Cheap Chic – Tee Shirt Styling Tips
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
Fergie's Tee Shirt Style
Unquestionably a quintessential wardrobe staple, the classic tee, in its varying colors, patterns and prints, triumphs as one of the most versatile clothing articles of modern times.
Follow these seven style tips and you will be certain to stay on top of your tee-shirt game:
- Invest in a seamless bra or T-shirt bra for a smooth silhouette. Maidenform® offers
The Smooth Bra® Push-Upfeatured recently in “People Style Watch” magazine.
- A tee-shirt’s shoulder seam should sit properly at the widest part of your shoulders.
- A fitted crewneck tee is a classic for all ages.
- Scoopneck and V-neck types are great for those with fuller busts; be sure to avoid loose-fitting ones that can be unflattering.
- Cap-sleeve tees show off those toned biceps well.
- Want to give the illusion of a more elongated silhouette? Push up long sleeves.
- Wear an open-neck fitted tee under a smart jacket for boardroom chic.
Tags: bras, petite fashion tips, style consulting
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Underneath it All – Underwear Do’s and Don’ts
Thursday, February 18th, 2010
Now that you know the general purpose for and types of undergarments available to women here are some tips for always looking your best with the help of foundation garments.
Tip 1: Proper fit is as important with undergarments as with the clothing that goes over them, especially those designed for shaping or support. Too loose undergarments are ineffective; too tight leads to unwanted and unflattering bulges.
Tip 2: Select the proper undergarment hue for the clothing you are wearing. Wearing dark colored or white undergarments under lightweight and light colored fabrics can mean the undergarments are clearly visible. For most ethnicities and skin tones, beige is the preferred hue, becoming invisible beneath many of the sheerest fabric types. BUT for women of African descent who have especially dark skin tones, black undergarments are called for.
Tip 3: Select lightweight undergarments to accompany lightweight clothing. Wearing a heavily padded or textured lace brassiere under a silk blouse can mean that the bra becomes visible under the blouse. Select smooth finishes and textures in foundation garments under lightweight or finely-textured fabrics.
Tip 4: Select the proper underwear for the garment you are wearing. Wearing low-rise jeans and thong underwear is so uncouth, as are revealed bra straps.
Tip 5: Undergarments can be very sexy garments in their own right, but know the difference between underwear and lingerie. Underwear generally has a function in the outfit, while lingerie’s function is primarily fashion. Save the matching bra and panty sets for the appropriate setting.
Additional Dos and Don’ts
Do
Get measured for a bra at least twice per year by a professional bra fitter
Wash your bras in lukewarm water, using a gentle soap like baby detergent, Ivory Snow, or even baby shampoo
Never, ever, ever place your bras in the dryer
Wait at least 1 week after your period before trying and purchasing new bras
Always try on bras before purchasing them you will not wear the same-sized bra in every bra
Rotate your bras every day to extend the life of the bra
Focus on fit rather than fashion when looking for everyday bras
If you’ve got love handles, always buy briefs (not bikinis) with light stomach support
For health reasons, make sure your underwear has a cotton crotch
Wash unpacked panties before wearing them (people DO try on the undergarments before purchasing)
Don’t
Wear white pants with bright-colored panties
Wear too-tight panties
Wear too-tight bra
Show visible panty-line
Show more rolls (of flesh) than a Thanksgiving dinner (try a body-shaper)
Wear form-fitting top with heavily detailed bra (you can see bra imprint through top)
Wear slip longer than dress or skirt
Wear tube top with no bra. You could just refrain from tube tops altogether.
Click link for parts one and two of this series.
Tags: body shapers, bras, fashion, image consulting
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Valentine’s Day Tip
Monday, February 8th, 2010
This Valentine’s Day, eff buying the chocolate, BE the chocolate.
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PSA for Itty Bitty Titty Committee Members
Sunday, January 31st, 2010
Growing up, I caught wind of numerous old wives tales on ways to increase my bust size and believe me, I tried them all. But, rubbing my preemie twins with pounds of butter in addition to performing thousands of bust increasing exercise moves, never got me past an A size cup. Now, some of you may be thinking “Petite Gurl, I thought there was more substance to you”. Look, I know the attention a nice set of boobs can bring because I experienced it while nursing my now D cup daughter. (Go figure) I’ve also gotten through some majorly long VIP lines, effortlessly, thanks to my girlfriend’s conveniently distracting decolletage.
So yes, I am delighted to tell you about an alternative that doesn’t require surgery, butter or exercising. Itty Bitty Bra offers bras that not only provide support, but are stylish, sexy and comfortable. Best of all, on February 1, 2010, beginning at 11:00AM Est, you can purchase beautiful AA, A and B size bras by logging on to HauteLook.com. But, like most online sample sales, you must be a member. So sign up now through this link and be prepared to shop tomorrow because “we must, we must, we must increase our bust”.
Tags: bras, lingerie, petite fashion tips, wearing the right underwear
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Underneath it All – Finding the Right Underwear (Tops)
Sunday, December 27th, 2009
Beneath it All
Ladies, when you’re shopping for that perfect outfit, don’t forget to consider the quintessential items that should go underneath; Undergarments. That includes everything from Bras and Camisoles to Control Tops and Body Shapers. These often forgotten pieces can truly make or break your look.
When selecting foundation pieces, the two important factors to remember are fit and function.
Begin by visiting your local lingerie store. Work with a trained sales specialist to select properly fitted garments that meet your specific needs. After making that first visit, shop with ease on the Internet.
Maidenform is a leading manufacturer of bras, panties, and shapewear offering high quality, comfortable and well fitting products to its customers.
Another online distributor to consider is Bigger Bras. Bigger Bras offers a large selection of bras, lingerie, medical support bras, nursing bras and more. In addition to brand name plus size bras (up to size 50K) and lingerie such as Aviana, Empress, Empriente, Goddess, Playtex, Vanity Fair and one of Oprah’s Favorite Bras, Le Mystere, Bigger Bras has an impressive selection of bras for the smaller woman beginning at size 32 AA.
To assist you with understanding the various functions of undergarments, I’ve put together a list summarizing the more common undergarments available for women today, descriptions of their specific functions and purposes, and some tips for wearing them well. Today’s list focuses on those lovely pieces worn on the upper body.
Garments intended for upper body coverage fall into two categories: those for coverage and modesty, and those for support.
Camisoles fall into the former category. Camisoles (String-strap t-shirts, shells, shifts, and demi-slips) provide coverage for the upper torso of the body. Designed in most part to be worn under other garments, it’s not uncommon to see them rocked solo.
Brassieres provide support for the girls and come in a number of styles for specific needs.
Sports bras, those snug-fitting, cupless garments that resemble a cut off athletic tee, are usually made of Lycra or other stretchy fabrics. Sports bras are designed to protect the breast by holding them closely and securely to the body during physical activities such as exercise.
Under-wire bras are designed with some form of ribbing or ‘boning’ inserted in the base of the bra’s cups. They provide definition and extra support to the breasts. If you have large or oddly-shaped breasts, this is the bra for you.
Padded bras have padding added to the cups. These are great for girls like me that belong to the itty bitty titty committee. Padded bras also benefit women who have lost weight and notice some shrinkage in the breasts.
Half-cup/Push-up bras’ purpose is to lift and support the breasts from the underside. Wear this type of bra with low-cut and scoop-necked blouses and dresses to avoid brassiere peak-a-boo. Half-cup/Push-up bras are also great for creating cleavage and giving the appearance of significantly larger breasts.
Strapless bras have no over-the-shoulder support straps and are designed to wear with strapless garments. Many strapless bras extend farther down the torso to provide added support, however newer versions are little more than skin-adhesive silicone cups that are adhered to the breasts and offer some minor shaping and support.
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Tags: bras, How to Accessorize an Outfit, image consulting, petite fashion tips, undergarments, wearing the right underwear
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