Monday, October 31, 2011

Get sexy for less!

Being sexy doesn't always have to break the bank! We have some new items in the store that can help you get sexy for less. Check them out:

J'Adore Teddy by Ohlala Cheri

Josephine Teddy by Ohlala Cheri

Christelle Bra, thong and garter by Felina

Kelly Babydoll by Ohlala Cheri

Cinthia Chemise by Ohlala Cheri

Emilie Babydoll by Ohlala Cheri

All of these styles are not only good for someone who is on a budget, but they also have a wide variety of sizes. S-XXL is what most of the one piece outfits run and C-G is what the bra runs! Come downtown to the shop and see for yourself.

Friday, October 28, 2011

Say Hello to High-Waisted!

Vintage lingerie has been making a comeback this year and one trend that we see doing better and better are high-waisted panties. This style made quite the statement in the 1940's during "pin up girl" times.




As we have learned in all history books; the past repeats itself so it is no surprise to us that it's back and making headlines all around! From Hollywood to the streets of Burlington, it's popular everywhere. Ladies don't only enjoy high-waisted panties because they are trendy, but because they are very ideal underneath clothing and are flattering for our body shape. They hug your hips just right so that it makes you feel tighter in the waist area but does not cut into your skin or leave you with a bulge.

Something stylish, appealing to the eye and leaves you with a slimming effect ... what's not to love?





Monday, October 24, 2011

Fabulous Flannel

We just got in our first shipment of FLANNEL pajamas and nightgowns for the upcoming winter months. Come on in and check them out. Or give us a call at the store if you would like us to hold a pair for you or make a purchase over the phone!

THE CAT'S PAJAMAS: PJ SETS





LANZ OF SALZBURG: NIGHTGOWNS





PJ SALVAGE: PJ SETS

Flannel flies out of the store quickly so get yours today!

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Basic Bra Care

Did you know that the lifespan of a bra is really only 8-12 months if you wear it a few times a week? And if bras are not handled correctly, they will wear out even faster.

Washing: Bras retain their shape, color, and fit when they are hand washed

It's best to do separate loads for different color bras; one load for darks and one load for lights. If you don't want to hand wash or don't have the time, you can put them in a mesh lingerie wash bag (see pic below) and send them through the delicate cycle in the machine. Be sure to hook the bra together in the back so that the hooks don't get caught or tangled.

The detergent you use to wash your bras in plays a huge roll in how long they will hold up. This is due to chemicals that break down the elastic bands leaving them permanently stretched out. We suggest you get a special detergent to use on your delicates like Forever New or Woolite.

Drying: AIR DRY ONLY

Putting bras into a hot spinning dryer is the best way for them to lose thier elasticity. Lay them flat on a drying rack or off a doorknob and out of direct sunlight to keep them in the best shape.

Storing: Make room to properly store your bras!

All bras should be stacked in a drawer (see pic below) or on a shelf and not folded in any way. The biggest mistake most women make is when they turn one cup inside out and fold the two cups together. Permanent creases can be made when doing so.



Thursday, October 20, 2011

Different Bra Styles

Different Bra Styles: Find the right style that fits YOU

Adhesive Bras
Bra cups that have reusable adhesive on one side. This bra does not provide any support, but they give shaping and prevent your nipples from showing. This bra has been known to save many women who have a near impossible outfit to find a bra for.


Bralet/Bralette
Unlined, wireless bra that comes with clasps in the back or pulls over your head. It is more of a leisure bra or for someone who does not need that much support. They make for great first bras for young ladies.

Front Closure Bras
This type of bra can be hard to find, but women like the concept because it is easy to get in and out of. Front closure bras are no longer common on the market for the following reasons. The bra cannot be adjusted causing the lifespan of the bra to be much less than one that can be adjusted and provides less support than a bra that hooks in the back.



Long-line Bras
Long-line bras are a fabulous style that seems to have been forgotten by most women. Long-line bras virtually eliminate bumps from the neck down causing a smooth look. They also distribute the support over a greater amount of your upper body, thus reducing stress to any one area like shoulders or back. Your clothes may fit better when wearing a long-line bra due to the snug fit around your torso.

Minimizer Bras
Large breasted women like a minimizer because they feel it makes them look smaller in the chest, and allows them to wear button front blouses without that pulling look. A minimizer does not reduce the size of your breasts. Rather, it minimizes your breasts' projection. When buying a minimizer, you should buy one in your normal bra size. Don't purchase a size down thinking you will get a more
minimizing effect. All you will get is an ill-fitting bra.


Padded Bras
A push up bra is great to give the illusion of a larger bre
ast size. The padding, if removable, is known as a "cookie". Push-up bras are padded bras with additional padding at the bottom portion of the cup to lift the breasts, creating the illusion of a larger breast. Most push-up bras come in C cups or smaller and have wide-set straps. However, you can find some push-up bras that go up to DD cups.


Racerback/T-Back Bras
A racer-back bra is any design for the back that allows maximum movement of the back and arms. Because of the back design, a racer-back bra will most commonly be front closure. It therefore has all the front closure challenges mentioned above. Racerback bras are a great solutions to prevent your straps from falling off your shoulders.




Sports Bras
Sports bras are worn during exercise for support. The sports bra minimizes breast
bouncing. Its design includes wider straps, and broad cup coverage. Sports bras are designed using one of two engineering concepts:
  • The compression bra, which works like the old Ace bandage by compressing the breasts against the chest (giving a woman what some might call a "uni-boob")
  • The other concept is to encapsulate each breast. This style sports bra tends to look more like a traditional bra with full cup coverage. Wide straps, clasps and in some cases, underwires keep the breasts in place.

  • Strapless Bras
    The most successful strapless bras have a wide band; boning under the arms and at the center front; deep underwires; gripper-like silicone strips along the inside to reduce slippage; and special elastic with exposed small rubber loops to help grip. Remember, a strapless bra will always be a little less comfortable than a regular bra, but if you get a good quality and well fitted one, you will be golden!

    Non-wire Bras
    Wire-free bras are a very comfortable solution for every woman, but especially those with size DD cups or larger, and who are curvy or petite in stature. Lingerie manufacturers understand this and now make many great looking soft cup bras. We encourage you to look at the wide selection now available.