Well with that in mind I recommend a spring revision of your undies drawers. What better way to start the season ? All those heavy winter clothes disguised all our lumps and bumps; we could cover them up with long cardigans and sweaters but now there’s no avoiding it. We all want to eliminate those unsightly ‘Visible Panty Lines’ or ‘VPL’s’, but it’s also lovely to invest in some super lightweight panties that will complement our summer wardrobes.

The most important thing to look for are panty styles with little or no elastic around the legs – they should have clean, unfinished edges or perhaps a fine bonded elastic – but again this should be very light and unhemmed. There must be no grip in the legs to cause unsightly cheek bulges and the leg opening should sit flat against your skin, snug but not tight. Seamfree means that you won’t see the characteristic wiggly seamline running up your hips or belly (especially worth avoiding if you’re slipping into anything fitted).

The Seek Simplicity Microfiber Low Rise Hipster by our very own Bra Doctor is a perfect seamfree panty, wildly comfortable and made from a fine, very elastic microfiber fabric which has the advantage of being breathable like a second skin, keeping you cool and fresh even in the summer heat. If you prefer natural fibers for everyday wear it also comes in a superfine cotton version, The Light Luxury Low Rise Hipster.

The Sleek Simplicity Microfiber Low Rise Hipster

One of the big trends this spring is the ’70′s’ high waist, wide leg trouser, which is incredibly flattering – nipping in your waist and lengthening the leg, especially when worn with heels. But you need to carefully select your undies to avoid a full on fashion disaster.

For special occasions The Vintage Lace Control Panty by Grenier has a fashionable retro look being high waisted and cut low on the leg.  Made from an innovative engineered lace fabric, it provides an amazingly effective tummy control, and with flat finished pretty scalloped leg edges, a smooth and bulge free behind.

The Vintage Grenier Lace Control Panty

For a more everyday remedy try The Elita Invisibles Low Rise Hipster Panty. It has minimal rear coverage for a super sexy derriere and is made from soft, sweat absorbent microfiber fabric, perfect for when the temperatures soar. The top edge perfectly grazes your hip bones avoiding that upper hip ‘bulge prone’ area and the leg openings are clean and ‘roll free’, it’s like wearing absolutely nothing!

Well have fun in the sunshine and treat yourself to something special,

Teresa

teresa@nowthatslingerie.com

Last weekend, I had a total fashion dilemma.  I’m pretty sure we’ve all been there – you jotted that event down in your agenda, went about your week, and suddenly you realize that function is today and you haven’t even thought about what to wear!  This is just what happened to me last Saturday.

The event was a dinner for twenty at the home of a colleague.  While the dinner’s timing took me by surprise, I was delighted when I realized this was the perfect opportunity to wear the beautiful blouse and stunning riding-style pants I bought last week.  While the blouse (an eye-catching, yet classic, silky leopard print) is bold, the long sleeves and luxurious fabric were perfectly suited for the occasion.  Furthermore, equestrian styles are all the rage this season, and in a dark black with the right cut, these curve-hugging pants look great on all different figures!

I thought I’d solved my problem, but as I was excitedly modeling my new outfit in the mirror I noticed two, glaring faults in the ensemble:

1. The blouse is sheer.
2. I had some major panty-line goin’ on!

All things sheer are another trend right now, which I love – sheer fabrics offer an element of feminine mystery to any outfit, and look fabulous as well as appropriate as long as you’ve got the right cami!  Panty-line, on the other hand, is never okay; thank goodness for “invisible panties”. 

Change of Scandinavia offers both solutions.  The Invisible Hipster by Change of Scandinavia is perfect for pants that hug your bottom; soft, stretchy, seamless, and free of any textured embellishment, these panties actually cover your bum… invisibly!  And Change’s Seamless Tank Top  is just as handy.  Super comfortable, it also provides full coverage and prevents any unwanted attention your sheer top might attract!

I quickly changed and headed off to dinner.  The outfit was a huge success.  The girls couldn’t get over the top and even a few of my male colleagues complimented my new look.  Am I ever glad I stopped to look in the mirror that one last time!

Here’s wishing you a relaxing, restful and rejuvenating weekend,
Sincerely,
Rachel

PS – Don’t forget to write me with your fashion questions and stories at rachel@nowthatslingerie.com; I’d love to hear from you!

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It’s hard for most anyone (other than models, of course) to look classy when wearing an ultra-short dress or skirt.  Thankfully, the rest of us can be satisfied with knee-length dresses and skirts that reveal just a flattering peek of our thighs!  If your outfit is a bit sheer and you don’t want to reveal that much skin, try wearing something else underneath.  Arianne’s Kelly collection has a 19″ half-slip with a lacy hem on the bottom for skirts, and a basic, opaque 35″ full slip for dresses, with adjustable spaghetti straps.

Kelly 19" half-slip with lace hem, Kelly 35" adjustable full slip, both by Arianne and available at Now That's Lingerie.com

Plus, try wearing some invisible underwear to eliminate any panty lines!  Take a look at Elita’s aptly-named Invisible collection.  This way, nothing but your beauty will detract from your sexy outfit!

Elita low-rise Invisible panties (thongboy and thong shown), available at Now That's Lingerie.com

Check out last week’s Style update: Ruffle-Mania!
Stay tuned for your next style update: Boyfriend Blazers (& what to wear under them)!

Questions about fashion and beauty?  Ask me!
e-mail me at lisa@nowthatslingerie.com!