Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Muted.
Double Pearl Ring, $19, All The Rage; Seed Bead Necklace, $6.80, Forever 21; Grey Blue Wide Blouse by Boutique, $90, TopShop; Twisted Tear Earrings, $9, All The Rage Online; Steven by Steve Madden 'Candy Coated' Croc Embossed Tote, $98, Nordstrom; Current/Elliot The Roller Mid-Rise Cropped Jeans, $200, Net-A-Porter; Jessica Simpson 'Maris' wedges, $89, Piperlime.com
Stay Stylin'
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
The Importance of Getting Measured
When it comes to underwear, there are a huge percentage of women out there who are wearing the wrong sizes. There is no greater way to ruin an outfit than by wearing ill-fitting or unsightly underwear underneath it, and we think it is important to promote the benefits of getting measured correctly.
There are some well-known high street retailers that offer great measurement services for underwear and not enough ladies in our opinion are making good use of this. We understand the embarrassment factor of getting your kit off for a stranger but most services are very discreet and if you avoid wearing too many layers, can be performed over your clothes.
Once you have your correct measurements down on paper you can set about finding the right size underwear for you. Too often we see plus size ladies with not nearly enough support when it comes to their breasts, so we are on a mission to get people measured and then hitched up.
Bras made specifically for plus sizes are fantastic because they offer comfort, support and style. They are built to really hoist large chests up and this will create a more appealing silhouette, and your final appearance once dresses will improve dramatically. Not ones to be shallow, we would also like to point out that this will benefit your posture and muscles in your neck and back.
The same can said for larger bottoms. Loose knickers, briefs or even boxers don’t offer enough support and opting for fuller plus size lingerie will smooth out your bottom and in some cases even give it a little lift.
Wearing good underwear doesn’t have to be done for another person, if you have no intention of showing off good, well fitted underwear then don’t feel like it is wasted. Your overall appearance should be smoother, must uplifted and curvier with the right support in place.
Stay Stylin'
There are some well-known high street retailers that offer great measurement services for underwear and not enough ladies in our opinion are making good use of this. We understand the embarrassment factor of getting your kit off for a stranger but most services are very discreet and if you avoid wearing too many layers, can be performed over your clothes.
Once you have your correct measurements down on paper you can set about finding the right size underwear for you. Too often we see plus size ladies with not nearly enough support when it comes to their breasts, so we are on a mission to get people measured and then hitched up.
Bras made specifically for plus sizes are fantastic because they offer comfort, support and style. They are built to really hoist large chests up and this will create a more appealing silhouette, and your final appearance once dresses will improve dramatically. Not ones to be shallow, we would also like to point out that this will benefit your posture and muscles in your neck and back.
The same can said for larger bottoms. Loose knickers, briefs or even boxers don’t offer enough support and opting for fuller plus size lingerie will smooth out your bottom and in some cases even give it a little lift.
Wearing good underwear doesn’t have to be done for another person, if you have no intention of showing off good, well fitted underwear then don’t feel like it is wasted. Your overall appearance should be smoother, must uplifted and curvier with the right support in place.
Stay Stylin'
This post is in association with our friends at OneStopPlus.co.uk
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Bright Lime
Splendid 1x1 Scoop Neck Tee, $46, Piperlime.com; Adam Broomstick chrinkled silk-chiffon skirt, $300, Net-A-Porter; Hammered Cord Feather Hoops, $28, All The Rage; Set of 15 bangles, $8.80, Forever 21; Gretta Black Suede Platforms, $129.95, Steve Madden; All You Need 'Guatemalan Stripe' Mini Crossbody Bag, $44, Nordstrom
Stay Stylin'
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