Hosiery – in this case, patterned tights – can elevate your style and outfit! We are in the perfect season to talk about tights and, more specifically, patterned tights! They are an easy way to get a little warmth – DC temps have dropped! – and add a bit of zhush! And this applies to men too – fun socks are a way to inject a little personality into any outfit. The real beauty of hosiery is that they are
There’s a right way to measure your bra’s cup and band size if you cannot get to a professional shop. In 3 easy steps: Band size: the tape should be level and very snug. Round to the nearest whole number. If the number is even, add four inches. If it’s odd, add five. Your band size is the sum of this calculation. (So if you measured 32 inches, your band size is 36. If you measured 33 inches, your band
As a woman who does not enjoy a light or short cycle, I am in love with Knix‘s period-proof underwear! Did I mention that as a woman whose thighs are ample enough to rub together, Knix‘s anti-chafing shorts are perfect under skirts and dresses! Their products run the gamut from underwear to lounge/sleepwear to postpartum items to swimwear. I’ve already scooped their leakproof period kit – and have a new sense of relief when Mother Nature comes knocking. Try them – and love them!
I love this table! Depending on the maker, whether you’ve been eating pints of Ben n’ Jerry’s solo, or you’re doing intermittent fasting with big results, the size of your girls can fluctuate thus, the reminder to get sized every six months! I was a solid 34D before the pandemic and after implementing regular ‘workout walks’ and doing intermittent fasting, the girls lost a little swag. The slightly wider band size is likely the result of age (smh). I’m now a fabulous
Are you wearing the right bra size? There are a few things you can do to ensure your girls are being treated correctly [Real Simple]. Bend forward at the waist, then slip on the bra and hook it. This ensures your breasts are completely in the cups. Adjust the band. The back of the bra should be level with the front. Make sure the bra is not too loose. You should be able to slide only one finger underneath the
Being home a lot but still being “seen” has taken its toll on my underwear drawer! I have been trying to find the balance between giving the girls some support but not being overly restrictive either. And if you live with others (which I don’t….whew!) then you definitely have to consider what they are exposed to daily as well….lol. Icing on the cake – I don’t want to walk around with sagging boobs because it doesn’t make me feel sexy.
Who wants to be “strapped in” tooling around the house on the weekend?! I’ve developed a new appreciation for the ‘bralette’ now that I’ve got a little more up top. I now keep my eyes open for a nice bralette so when I saw this saucy number by Hanky Panky on sale at Net-a-Porter, I snagged it. If it’s too much for you, I found an equally nice Mallory soft cup by Yummie Tummie! Either way, you can keep the
I’m lounging with my girlfriend at her place on Kent Island this past week with nothing but grassnand trees as far as the eye could see. Jodi dips her foot into the pool to see what the temp is and I’m watching…. She exclaims it’s super warm and starts dancing because she wants to get in. Only problem is she doesn’t feel like going all the way back to the house to change- seize the moment! So she takes off
Valentine’s is a manmade holiday but it’s all about the idea of love and that includes loving yourself. This Valentine’s take a pledge to love yourself enough to buy a beautiful bra….that supports you, shows off your assets, covers you where you need it, and works to show the real you. Lingerie are the unsung heroes of our fabulous outfits – the girders that literally support our ‘red carpet’ looks, power Mondays, and I-feel-fab Fridays. Head to Nordstrom, or True
These days options are endless including our “unmentionables”. How you select one item from another can totally depend on cost, quality, color, other preferences….or whether it’s made in the USA. While it’s admittedly not my first criteria, I love to support companies that support our economy, so when USA Love List said they’ send me some pretty underthings and I could give them away as well – it was an easy yes. I received the Sarah demi – and rocked
It’s winter. It’s cold outside. I wanna stay inside. I want to lounge comfortably. I want to be prepared for package signing or impromptu cocktail visits by friends. I want to snuggle with my human Christmas present. All this is achievable with this sleepwear ~ wearable around the house but able to snuggle or mix a hot toddy at a moment’s notice. Buy Now: J.Crew pajama set in flannel gingham, $85 (an extra 25% off using code HOLIDAY)
This picture from GQ (December 2012) shows Minka Kelly looking sexy I suppose. Men will say, “Yeah that’s looking good.” And ladies will say, “It’s cute but not practical and how will she look when she gets to be my age…” Either way, her bra is too small. Likely to create a more bustier picture, they sized her down but if you look at the strap in the back, it’s raised and that’s the telltale sign for a bra that
There was a time when you couldn’t find any lingerie let alone something stylish for women who had undergone a mastectomy – well no more! Lingerie and foundationwear can be found sparingly, and some places even do it right. Here are the few insights we’ve been able to gather: You can rock an underwire bra…just look for a very short wire so it doesn’t poke out Some stores need to get with the times ~ Victoria’s Secret still doesn’t carry
Do you love animal prints as much as the next girl? If so, Vogue gathered some great finds ~ all under $120! With these options, you can go ‘whole hog‘ or just dip into the animal kingdom a little bit. Either way, you’ll be channeling your instinctive personal style.
Albeit informal and likely not able to withstand any type of rigorous scientific scrutiny, men don’t particularly care for Valentine’s Day! The way to make it slightly more bearable is to have them make fun purchases. Here are our top picks for functional, fun & flirty Valentine’s day gifts:
A retro body suit plays up your hips….partly by accentuating your waist. Either way, gorgeous and it likely won’t stay on very long! This one is part of the Elle MacPherson collection and available at Net-a-Porter.
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