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Tis the season to look like a hottie….Grab your shapewear Clothes and Party! Yes.  I did say shapewear clothes.   How many of us have had that moment when you want to wear a diva skirt but you have a few challenges that just seem to show up at 6:00 when your getting dressed.

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This season, you can wear the pencil skirt and have the egg nog too!  Totally takes all the challenges away.  If you add hosiery, your totally sculpted sister! How many of us would not be caught in white pants.

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Think again, and say yes I can with my secret shaper taking care of the bumps and not so nice bulges.  Add a camisole top and a leather jacket and you will be called the smoking hottie of the evening.   The goal is to create a new you without all the self defeating messages about your going to loose weight or if I was a size X.  New conversation…Wow, I look amazing!!!

I have always been a fan of animal prints.  Whether you’re a leopard, zebra or snake skin fan, making a statement with animal (of course none harmed) is fashion chic.  This year leopard is making a huge splash on the cat walk and fashion pages.  I have seen everything from handbags to hair accessories.  In the land of lingerie, there are a multitude of solutions for the cheetah ladies who love the print.   You can layer it with a shapewear camisole, or show it as a solution with a bra.  If you like it, but don’t love it try incorporating it into underwear.  If you want to make a statement, a tight or legging is the ultimate wow factor. Get wild this fall.

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The other day I was at the mall and saw a woman wearing a black sun dress that was stunning until I walked up to her closer and saw her bra straps.  I am sure we have all had wardrobe malfunctions and challenges.

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What’s a woman to do?  We as women should always be thinking about arming ourselves with summer wardrobe solutions that empower us to live life to the fullest.   I am certain that the woman I noticed only wanted to wear her beautiful dress, but was not equipped with the right undergarments. I believe in solutions, not problems, so my recommendation for the black dress diva would have been a bra that allows you to take off the straps and do a clear strap. The other option, and a big come back trend is the tube top.  The tube top can be a bra or an entire camisole that provides a shapewear solution as well.  I love this!

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I absolutely love precious stones.  The color palette  in lingerie looks similar to some of the stones I love including rose quartz and turquoise.  Turquoise is such a strong, passionate stone.   It’s a color that looks spectacular on just about anyone. Finding the right shade for you is the key. The bra can be work as a peek-a-boo camisole with the right blouse or shirt. A t-shirt adds a fresh pop of color to neutral, chocolate, or black.   Remember, fashion lingerie is made to compliment fashion trends.

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Finding a shade in pale tones may not work if you’re ethnic or have dark undertones.  Find a way to work turquoise into this season’s wardrobe.

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A couple of years ago when I saw infomercials showcasing shapewear that had a bra peeking out of the top, I thought NO WAY!  I am not recommending nor would I ever consider wearing this myself.  As they say, never say never…In late fall, I tried one on a client who had mentioned she never could find shapewear that fits.  It was no joke, and I went through several collections until we pulled out the then “no way” undergarment.  Winner! My client beamed for joy and her challenge had ended.  It again proves that one style does not do it all for every woman. The torsolette is the hottest trend in shaping.  It allows you to wear the bra of your choice while the torsolette tones and trims your mid section.  As we enter into summer, this is a must have if you have had challenges wearing shapewear camisoles or one piece undergarments that have pulled you down, or not provided enough lift.

I would also recommend for people who have lower back pain.  I have had several clients report back that they stood taller, and they did not feel so frumpy and there lower back pain disappeared.   Remember, if you don’t have shape, lift and support your undergarments are not working for you.

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Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms, grandmothers and even new moms to be! As we enter into this treasured holiday season, I took a moment to think about what would be the perfect gift for mom in the lingerie department.

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This year, I selected the “Lingerie Wardrobe”.  I define this as the items that most women would not buy themselves, but secretly have them on their wish list.  The luxurious camisole and panties or the cotton candy soft to the touch night shirt….why not all three?

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These items are versatile and can help mom go from day to evening.  When I worked in retail, women would always mention how they loved the practical items such as cotton underwear or a night shirt when exchanging gifts.   You can give mom basic cotton to stretch micro fiber. Have a wonderful day!

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The first glimpse of  this delicate camisole and you fall madly head over heels.  The cotton industry has a commercial called the touch, the feel of cotton, the fabric of our lives.  This is true statement plus some!  I used to make a joke with my clients, hey meet my man Hanro.  They would laugh but then they came back and said that Hanro left me for them.  They were hooked.  We selected the Biarritz Tank this month because of its exquisite lace detail that looks like ruffles ( a hot trend) and the simplicity of the white.  It can be worn with navy, black, denim, pink…you get the idea.

They key to this fabulous frolic is a contour bra that fits.  A push up bra or something with lace will take away from the feminine details.  A sleeveless oxford shirt open with the  camisole peeking out would be sensational.  I could even see taking the big belt and wrapping it around the waist with a pair of shorts.  This spring, make the white camisole your friend.

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In the mid 90’s designer and icon Josie Natori began a line of lingerie camisole tops that you could wear out.  At first, my clients did not understand the concept.  They would always ask, is this to be seen?  I would always be so excited to show them how to incorporate the tee into their wardrobe.  I personally rocked an orange v-neck camisole of hers for years!Spring is a time to be creative in your shopping. 

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Advice:  On a budget?  Reinvent your entire wardrobe by purchasing three or four key camisoles.  Select different styles including no sleeve, long sleeve, prints and solids.  You will be amazed how your wardrobe will look brand new!

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So many times when we get dressed in the morning it feels like a struggle to wear anything body conscious when we have “issues”.  This is no longer the case when so many amazing companies are designing shapewear that is sexy and a solution.  My favorite part of being a Lingerie Fit Expert is providing women with confidence.  It’s that go and do it diva attitude that we need to get dressed in the morning daily.

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Spring for so many women is a dance of fear.  You go shopping and you see a dress or top and your heart begins to beat fast.  “Can I wear that?  What about my bacon and bulges?  Now you can stop those voices with shapewear that focus on the torso. Some provide a bra and others enhance the bra you wear from contour to strapless.  Ironically, as I was writing this blog I received a call from one of my clients who purchased a torso camisole.  She was raving about how much back support it provided.  She felt like it made her stand tall and more upright and her clothes fit like never before! This is a woman’s dream.  No fussing, pulling and tugging.

Select a style that enhances your wardrobe and your “fit” challenges.

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Spring has arrived!  I am so excited with the clothing and intimate apparel collections this season.  It’s all about women tapping into the soft, feminine energy.  The biggest trend so far is floral.  Flowers are EVERYWHERE.  The new statement has been incorporated into handbags, shoes, and accessories. The trend is no stranger to intimate apparel.  You can find it in bras this season in which the pattern and or lace does not interfere with your clothes.

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I would select a color story that is going to work with your wardrobe such as black, nude or pink.  Pink is another alternative to skin tone.

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Incorporating the floral statement into a camisole is another way to strut your stuff.  It provides a subtle detail that takes your wardrobe from basic to beautiful.  The best part is that you can transition the look with summer collections as well.   Go ahead, try something new…