I had a blast hosting a lingerie segment for Extra LifeChangers program. The first segment featured a new mom who was having challenges finding lingerie help. The second segment features me and eight women, all different sizes who utilize one garment to find solutions to their wardrobe problems. Each woman who did the segment all walked away with an excitement regarding the advice I gave personally to each one of them.
I feel so honored that the passion I have for lingerie continues to grow when you hear someone say ” Thanks I really needed the help!” I walked away truly inspired to stay on my mission regarding the importance of a great fit. Some of the girls were college grads, others were women 50 plus who had felt a little self conscious about their body image. Take control today! Get fitted by a professional in your town, or click on the link to some of the recommendation seen on Extra.

Jezebel 12085 (click for details)
Spring is almost near, and since we have had record breaking cool temps, we wanted to bring our own form of sunshine with a peak at trends coming for Spring 2010. Simple statements and fresh color patterns are on the horizon. Stripes mixed with dashes of color and bold orange is the signature color of the season. I call it a mix of retro fresh chic. I have always encouraged my clients to select lingerie to go with the season trends. The must have item in my lingerie drawer every season is a color story of camisoles that go with the seasons trend. This winter I picked hot pink. I took my basic black wardrobe and pushed it to another level with splashes of hot pink underneath.

Fantasie 5196 (click for details)
In February check out our swimsuit review. Poolside never looked so good with you lounging looking fabulous!
Advice: Every woman should own a fashion inspired bra and panty set to enhance your wardrobe collections. A girl should always have fun…
As we continue to watch the reviews of the Golden Globes, I personally had a favorite from the big event. Sandra Bullock looked like a vision of loveliness in her passionate purple gown. This was Hollywood glamour at its best. I really enjoyed her comment when she won her award regarding the team who assembled her for the event. She spoke about how they created a canvas for her to look so spectacular. Bravo Sandra to you for acknowledging people behind the scene. We give Sandra A+ for her undergarments as well. Flawless! She never once had to look down to make sure she was “secure”. This is critical for dressing successfully underneath it all ladies. The key to wearing a dress with no straps is either a great strapless bustier or a built in solution. Don’t be afraid of strapless. They do work, but it’s all about correct size and style.
The Golden Globes were awesome! The lists of best dressed and not are still being debated on the chatter boxes. I celebrate any woman who has to strut in front of millions of people for a public review. I know for myself I used to get super nervous walking in front of any establishment in which people were sitting down to eat and could gaze out the window and stare as you pass by. It was frightening to me. Now, I am fearless and fancy free. I have learned how to embrace every aspect of my body with much love even on days I know there is a challenge. It all began when I worked as a stylist and a lingerie expert for a leading department store. I learned how to train my eye to catch the “issues” that would keep me from being confident on the inside and outside.

Chantelle 3097 (click for details)
One of my favorite stylists, in fact I will add Master Stylists one of few in the world is Carla Mathis, Co-Founder of Body Beautiful. A woman’s personal architect for looking sensational is how I describe her services. They wardrobe you head to toe, and provide recommendations on style and fit. The same technique that Carla has developed is used for styling women for award shows and for “personal branding”. It all begins by asking the client or yourself, what are my winning features that make me unique? This question begins the excavation for fabulous you… I find this a very positive approach to discovering how to look your best. The winners on the red carpet certainly mastered this question to create that “Awe” moment.
Confidence comes from defining your own signature style – Make your own red carpet moments everyday

Fantasie 2182 (click for details)
I bought a handbag a couple of months ago. When purchasing I sort of stepped back, looked it over and pondered if I would use the bag all the time because of the color. It was gray and I never owned anything in this color. I became confident with my choice as women and men complimented me on my bag. Wow, it’s a winner! It caused me to look at other options for my discovery of this very sophisticated color. I noticed that I could put the bag with multiple colors from dark to light.

Fantasie 2185
How perfect for us women who want a new color that goes beyond beige or nude for lingerie. In the case of the Fantasie Full Figure Set, you can mix this into your black or khaki color story. You will find the color gray in a variety of tones. Dark pewter to light silver is the palate range. Instead of selecting your normal black, white and beige try gray!
The Winner is…
It’s award season and the Golden Globes always marks the kick off. As usual the stars will have on their favorite designers and the need for the perfect undergarment is imperative. Can you imagine zillions of people looking at every part of your body? My bet is going to be that the long dress, no straps and body hugging is going to be the norm for most. A one piece solution (if possible) would be my pick for the woman who does not want to deal with a bra and panty shaper. As we have all seen on the red carpet, sometimes “the girls” are either in control or out. Yikes! It is not easy to find the perfect undergarment all the time as well all have experienced when going to a special occasion. Here are some guidelines for your own red carpet moments:
We will be bringing a recap of Golden Globe Dress Winners here at Lingerie Fit Expert. Stay tuned….

Splendid Tee (click for details)
Have you ever had one of those days when you wanted to look super cute and comfortable with minimum effort? Put on some cute shoes, jewelry and a handbag and you’re done! If I was going to pick a 2010 outfit of the year, it would be the long tee. I saw the Splendid Tee and it was the dream outfit aforementioned. Layer it up, layer it down. Perfection! This with leggings is a woman’s best friend for a day on the go or traveling to a destination like a spa. If you find yourself self conscious in a fitted shirt, then you have permission to add a shapewear camisole on top. Body conscious clothing is not to be feared. Shapewear is your friend.

Wolford 10687 (click for details)
As we have discussed in our previous blog, the short dress is the must have of the season despite record breaking cooler climates. Even my hair stylist was going to Kansas City for New Year’s and talked about how she was going to wear the short dress with leggings and thigh high boots. This has been featured in the fashion magazines as well. The category has exploded with all players in the industry including hosiery icon Wolford. The Velvet Legging. This is what I call “all eyes on you”. Sexy, multiple color options and totally spices up winter wardrobe solutions. Even if you’re not a fan of the short dress, take ordinary black and make it pop with color leggings. Hosiery also doubles as shapewear don’t forget! The legging can be worn in place of a shaper. Sensational style can be so affordable with adding a trend such as leggings to your existing mix. A new outfit is not always necessary. Hue also features excellent selections that are fun and priced for budget conscious divas.
As I was perusing People Magazine, US, and In Style recently, I noticed the very chic and hip short dresses on many Hollywood starlets. I think it’s fresh and allows women to customize their perspective on the trend. I saw everything from roaring 20’s inspired to A-Line. Another win with this style is that the trend can be worn by plus women to petite. The key factor for looking sensational is shaping your figure. For example, if you have on a style that focuses on the bust line, make sure you’re wearing a balconette that provides a “higher lift”. Lift allows you to accentuate your mid section and waist. You will appear more elongated.

Wacoal 801165 (click for details)
In addition, you could add a high waist brief coupled with the bra and have a sculpted torso affect. One of my favorite solutions for people who have cumbersome back bacon rolls. A one piece shaper is ideal for the short dress. Takes care of all areas mentioned and it keeps the attention on “the dress”. We call it fierce and flawless dressing.
Wacoal 801165 is an example of a one stop solution.
Remember, today’s lingerie allows you to customize a solution that works for you!