Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Many women love the comfort and style of a tunic, but still want something a little different. Intricate patterns and design accents, like on this Stylish Crepe Tunic, update ordinary clothing and create eye-catching visual appeal.
Moving away from traditional floral patterns, geometric shapes offer artistic drama. Skewed triangles and rectangles fit together like a beautiful mosaic. Outlining the shapes in white increases the contrast between colors. Three different color combinations are currently available. Blue Steel Print focuses on dark and light shades of blue with gray undertones. French Roast Print uses coffee brown and mocha tan to offset each other. Changing up the color design, Black Print brings in bright canary yellow adjacent to black for a color scheme that really pops.
To use a pattern this unique requires one-of-a-kind design accents to complement the look. The asymmetrical hemline draws immediate attention. Not only does it play off the skewed triangle and rectangle shapes, but it adds whimsy to the traditional tunic style. Furthermore it flatters the body by elongating the torso and concealing problem areas in the midsection. Other features accentuate the design. Bust darts offer additional shaping. The V-neckline looks flirty and draws attention downward to the hemline. Three-quarter length sleeves add a touch of professional flair.
The only downside to the garment is the price of $24.99-29.99. Not super expensive, true, but a little pricey for one tunic, especially in today’s economy.
Features Of The Above A-Line WomanWithin Top
- Geometric pattern, asymmetrical hemline, V-neckline, three-quarter length sleeves, shaping bust darts, A-line silhouette, 30″ length
- Colors: Blue Steel Print, French Roast Print, Black Print
- Available Sizes: M(14W/16W)-6X(42W/44W)
- Materials: Polyester/Spandex
- Machine Washable
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Saturday, August 21st, 2010

Have you heard about
Missphit? Although this clothing line has been out for a few years, many buyers haven’t had the opportunity of experiencing Missphit’s brand of trendy, chic design made especially for curvy women. Allow me to introduce you to some tantalizing designs, like this Ruffle Cap Dress.
Gorgeous rich colors make this garment excellent for the fall season. Beautiful shades of vibrant blue and warm cream create vertical stripes that help elongate the body and produce a slimmer silhouette. Floral accents on the stripes add depth while bringing in more colors, such as golden yellow, forest green, and periwinkle blue. While the combination of decorative patterns and colors looks beautiful, it’s the only color option available. Nevertheless, these shades should work well to complement most hair colors and skin tones.
Playful design enhances the color scheme. Ruffles around the neckline offer a fashionable accent that draws the eye upward. Ruffled cap sleeves add balance to the look. A partial button-up feature provides formal charm and flirtatious character. Smocking in the waistline creates shaping that defines the curves of the body. With non-stretch poly poplin fabric, the material shouldn’t cling. Although the length is not noted in exact inches, the site states that the hemline will be right above the knees.
Features Of The Above Floral Stripe Pattern Dress
- Ruffled neckline, ruffled cap sleeves, partial button-up feature, smocked waistline, vertical stripes in alternating colors, floral stripe pattern, kneelength
- Colors: Forest
- Available Sizes: 1X-3X
- Materials: Poly Poplin
- Refer to manufacturer’s cleaning instructions
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Thursday, August 19th, 2010

Colder weather might be on the way, but after working all summer on that tan, you might as well show it off as long as possible. Stylish garments, like these Cuffed Capri Jeans, brilliantly showcase your sun-kissed legs.
Intricate details revitalize this denim design. A sand-washed treatment on the fabric ages the garment and adds an industrial edge. Embroidered off-center X’s on the back pockets create visual interest. Rolled-up cuffs draw attention downward. While most of these details provide casual style, it is possible to dress-up the look. High-end heels or chunky sandals complement the Capri design. Either a professional blouse or a swanky top also changes the look to match almost any occasion.
Included classic details keep these pants stylish and trendy. The five-pocket design offers excellent storage space. A single-button waistband accommodates average sized belts. The front zip-fly feature provides easy on-and-off capabilities. The traditional light washed denim blue color offers a neutral palette. Unfortunately this is the only color option available. Other shades, both darker and lighter, could have provided some interesting possibilities. Likewise, colored denim has been coming back in vogue lately, and would have been a sweet option.
Looking at the price tag of $54.50, these capris range on the slightly pricey end. Lane Bryant tends to offer frequent online sales and discounts, which may make purchasing these pants easier for those of us living on a tight budget.
Features Of The Above Rolled Up Cuff Jeans At Lane Bryant
- Rolled up cuffs, sand-washed finish, five-pocket style, single button waistband, zip-fly, Inseam: 20″ (rolled), 23″ (unrolled).
- Colors: Light Wash
- Available Sizes: 14/16-26/28
- Materials: Cotton/Spandex
- Machine Washable
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Thursday, August 19th, 2010

With summer ending, its time to put away the tank tops and go back to regular undergarments. What better excuse to go out and buy new bras? Finances might be tight this time of year, so hitting the sales is necessary. For bras built to support and show off full figured women, Lane Bryant’s buy one get one half off sale going on right now makes it an excellent time to purchase lovely lingerie, such as this Rose Garden Balconette bra.
What’s a balconette bra? Similar in design to a push-up bra or demi bra, a balconette bra lifts the breast to create more cleavage. Usually these types of bras come with a little padding for additional shaping. On this piece, the molded padded cups offer wonderful support while creating sensual curves. Excellent for low-cut tops, the plunging sweetheart neckline on this bra allows the wearer to flaunt their bustline. Hidden underwires provide extra oomph. As an added feature, cushioned straps offer flexibility and full comfort. Since this bra is designed to enhance your bust, it may make some of your button-up blouses feel uncomfortably tight. Wearing a coordinating cami underneath and only buttoning the blouse part-way works as a quick fix.
Color options are unfortunately limited to this one shade of light green done in a rose garden tone on tone print. While it’s an elegant design and color scheme, it’s not a good choice to go underneath lighter colored tops
Features Of The Above Balconette Bra At Lane Bryant
- Molded cups, hidden underwire, cushioned straps, stretch fabric, rose garden tone on tone print, low-cut plunging sweetheart neckline.
- Colors: Light Green
- Available Sizes: 36C/36DDD-40B/44DDD
- Materials: Nylon/Spandex
- Hand wash recommended
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Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Fall is just around the corner, but there are still a few summer parties left to show off your trendy sense of style. Neutral animal prints, like on this Ruffle Sleeve Kimono Top, command instant attention.
Reveal your feisty side with sharp tiger stripes. Although not traditional blaring orange stripes, coffee colored stripes against cream and light brown shades produce a tantalizing pattern. Placed on a slight angle, the stripes wrap around the body’s curves, emphasizing the feminine form. The matching tiger stripe tie-front adds a playful element that looks like a swooshing tiger tail.
Combining the animal print with the kimono style boosts the wow-factor of the outfit. Cascading fabric on the sleeves with ruffle-like folds adds elegance and allure. Gathering at the shoulder seams creates drama, but it might look too puffy on broad shouldered women. A rounded neckline offers sophisticated charm. The tie-front waist allows the wearer to adjust the fit. Additionally, for women who are trying to reshape their figures, the tie-front waist helps create the look of an hourglass frame. With a rounded hemline, the fabric discreetly hides and minimizes the tummy area.
At a price of $27.95, this outfit is definitely budget-friendly. Furthermore, it’s easy to dress down with a pair of jeans, or dress up with either slacks or a sexy pencil skirt.
Features Of The Above Size X+ Animal Print Top
- Tiger striped animal print, cascading ruffle-like kimono sleeves, rounded neckline, tie-front, rounded hemline, 32” length
- Colors: Tiger stripe
- Available Sizes: 1X, 2X, 4X
- Materials: Refer to manufacturer’s label
- Refer to manufacturer’s instructions
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Sunday, August 15th, 2010

Many of us love our comfy pajamas with the cutesy cartoon character prints, but those outfits don’t always make us feel super sexy. For a nightgown that mixes playful design with sensual style, try something like this Natori Dynasty Gown.
Elegant artwork draws immediate attention. As Natori’s top-selling print, this depiction of Asian culture showcases intricate details in an array of brilliant colors. Repeating the pattern diagonally adds whimsical flair to the outfit. Likewise, diagonal lines wrap around the body for a slimmer silhouette. Background color choices of either Red Rouge or Pearl should accommodate most preferences. Red Rouge certainly offers traditional style, but the red color may clash with some skin tones and hair colors.
With all the attention on the Natori print, the design of this nightgown maintains simplistic charm. Micro satin fabric shimmers with a moderate sheen. In warm weather climates, the satin fabric should help keep the wearer cool and comfortable. A rounded neckline adds femininity to the outfit. The A-line cut flatters most body types, especially with the pattern printed on the diagonal. Adjustable non-stretch shoulder straps are accented with gold-tone hardware.
Although this nightgown would add amusing ambience to anyone’s wardrobe, the price of $98 might be a little steep for some buyers.
Features Of The Above Sleeveless Rounded Neckline Gown
- Natori print, micro satin, rounded neckline, non-stretch adjustable shoulder straps, A-line silhouette, 40” length.
- Colors: Red Rouge, Pearl
- Available Sizes: SM-XL
- Materials: 100% polyester
- Refer to manufacturer’s instructions
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Sunday, August 15th, 2010

I absolutely adore the trend of bright and colorful lingerie. No longer are we limited to traditional hues of black, white, red, or cream. Garments like this Stretch Satin Corset offer gorgeous options that boldly break away from boring color schemes.
In order to have two contrasting colors, corset designers utilize trim and other accents to create visual drama. On this outfit, the boning provides the best place to add color. For one thing, the boning functionally supports and shapes the bust, but boning also creates interesting vertical lines. Using a contrasting color on these lines produces the look of a trimmer waistline. Likewise, a bold trim color helps direct attention to key locations. Lace trim on the hem and neckline complement the boning. Thin satin ribbon weaves in and out of the lace trim creating two feminine bows on the front of the garment. Adjustable straps offer additional comfort and support. Hook and eye closures in the back provide a degree of adjustability for a better fit. Removable garter belts as well as a matching g-string are included.
Three stunning color options are available. Bright Rose has black trim on the boning as well as floral black lace. For those who prefer darker colors, Purple with black trim offers an elegant look. As a softer color choice, Pink with white trim creates cutesy charm with a dash of playfulness. Even though the main picture showcases a black corset with bright pink trim, this option is not currently available.
Features Of The Above Adjustable Straps Corset
- Stretch satin corset, contrasting boning, lace trim, small ribbon bows, adjustable straps, removable garter belts, hook and eye closures, matching g-string included.
- Colors: Bright Rose/Black, Purple/Black, Pink/White
- Available Sizes: 38-44 (not all sizes available in all colors)
- Materials: Stretch satin and lace
- Refer to manufacturer’s instructions
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Saturday, August 14th, 2010

As far as prints go this season, we’ve seen loads of floral themes and abstract brush strokes. Ready for something a little different? Try this Embellished Army Fatigue Print Top.
Fashionable military inspired fatigues provide casual style. While traditional fatigues come in multiple colors, this top only comes in one color combination of green, coffee brown, beige, and white. All of these neutral tones should blend well into your urban and suburban landscapes. Curved shapes and lines within the pattern nicely hug the feminine curves. Silver studs add metallic flair in a flattering pattern around the neckline.
Laid-back design highlights the urban warrior lifestyle. Rounded shoulders soften the overall look. Short-sleeves provide versatility for varied weather conditions. The V-neckline offers comfort and flirtatiously shows off some skin. With the simple A-line silhouette, this top should flatter most body types. The top doesn’t have side slits, so it may bunch up around the hips. Choosing the proper size should eliminate this problem.
Pairing this top with matching cargo pants works well for most occasions. Denim creates a truly casual look, especially rolled up shorts. A coordinating skirt could offer interesting ensemble possibilities as well. Wearing white or beige bottoms creates a cleaner look that’s still casual but a bit dressier. For a price of only $21, you might be able to afford several matching bottoms to go along with the top.
Features Of The Above Size 1X-4X Green Print Top
- Army fatigue print, silver stud embellishments, V-neckline, short sleeves, rounded shoulders, A-line silhouette
- Colors: Green combo
- Available Sizes: 1X-4X
- Materials: Refer to manufacturer’s label
- Refer to manufacturer’s instructions
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Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Although lingerie comes in so many different shapes, colors, and styles these days, I’ve still always been a major supporter of the babydoll. For those of us pear-shaped women, it flatters our frame and makes our cleavage look fantastic. Pieces like this Princess Babydoll with Matching Thong showcase our bodies beautifully at a reasonable cost of only $35.99.
French inspired pointelle design entices the senses with old world elegance. Black embroidery trims the neckline and the hemline with seductive scalloped edges. Combining pink chiffon with ultra sheer embroidered mesh creates visual drama. Likewise, the black mesh teases your partner by showing off your skin as well as the top of the matching pink thong. Even though the color combination of light pink and black emphasizes the playful side of this garment, other color choices would have been an added bonus.
Classic babydoll features combine cutesy charm with seductive style. A plunging V-neckline draws attention to the bust with a black satin bow accent. Soft bodice cups shape and lift your breasts. While this babydoll does not come with an underwire, the overall design remains flattering and supportive. Gathered at the inverted empire waistline, the lower portion of the garment flows in loose ruffle-like folds over the midsection. With the fabric draping loosely over the body, trouble spots are carefully and stylishly concealed.
Features Of The Above Empire Waistline Black/Pink Babydoll
- Pointelle design, ultra sheer mesh, black embroidery, plunging V-neckline with black satin bow accent, adjustable stretch straps, inverted empire waistline, matching thong included
- Colors: Pink /Black
- Available Sizes: 1X-3X
- Materials: Polyester
- Refer to manufacturer’s instructions
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Saturday, August 14th, 2010

How many times have you looked at lingerie and thought, “OMG, that’s gorgeous . . . but way too freakin’ expensive — moving on!” Is it too much to ask for sexy clothing at an affordable price? In today’s economy you’ve got to constantly be on the lookout for bargains, which is why I’m head over heels for this Reversible Corset 3-Piece Set priced at only $51.
Coming back in fashion, reversible clothing offers multiple ensemble possibilities in one garment. For those traditionalists who prefer all-black lingerie, one side of the corset has a lovely black satin finish with a mild sheen. Embroidered black lace embellishes the neckline. If you want to be daring and add color to your look, flip the corset over and reveal the elegant pink scroll pattern. Black trim along the boning brilliantly sets off the pink color. One downside is that this corset only comes in the one reversible combination of black and pink.
Superb design and extra items make this deal nearly impossible to pass up. Focusing first on the corset, it comes with all-around boning that offers excellent support and shaping. A column of hook and eye closures down the center make it easy to take the corset off, reverse sides, and quickly put it back on. With the full lace-up back, the wearer can tighten or loosen the corset as needed. Detachable garter straps come in handy since thigh high stockings are included. A flirty black thong finishes off the 3-piece set.
Features Of The Above Detachable Garter Straps Lingerie
- Reversible corset, all-around boning, front hook and eye closure, lace-up back, embroidered lace trim, sweetheart neckline, detachable garter straps, thigh highs and matching thong included
- Colors: Black/Pink
- Available Sizes: 40, 42, 44
- Materials: Non-stretch satin and polyester
- Refer to manufacturer’s instructions
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