But for the gift getter, this is no easy task. With so many lingerie styles and brands out there with a whole range of prices, it's no one-step project. Follow the guide below for the best tips and tricks to choose the perfect lingerie for that special woman.
Steps:
Get the bra size: Either scramble through her wardrobe or check next time you help her unhook her bra.
Get the bra style: Push-up bra? Racerback bra? Multi-way? Strapless? Okay…I got it this time, it's a Demi-cup white lacy bra? No point in guessing. One bra just isn't like any other. Some bras are fit for some women, while others are not. Smaller busts may require a triangle bikini bra or brallette while a larger bust may require a balconette bra, providing more support and structure, while still showing some cleavage.
Fun time…Pick the color: No red! Red screams ordinary, and maybe even a bit promiscuous. You want to make this lucky girl feel one of a kind and super sexy. You may find this hard to believe, but there is a whole set of colors out there for you to choose from in as many lingerie styles as you can possibly come up with. Almost any color in the rainbow and more! That’s not even including all the fun floral prints, stripes, and animal prints out there. Cheetah bra or floral chemise…what will it be?
Feel free to play it safe and purchase black lingerie. While it is more of a safe bet, black lingerie will forever remain sexy and seductive. While red runs the chances of being perceived as sex animal or slutty, black remains classy and simply sophisticated. You want this woman to wear and love this lingerie so it's important to pick wisely.
Lingerie comes in many styles. Bras, panties, merrywiddows, bodysuits, so be sure to choose something that will provide an unexpected surprise.
Last, you know her best. You know her body shape and likes and dislikes. As long as you get that proper bra size, you're left with your gut and instinct to lead you in the right direction.
Oh and almost forgot, the last step. Don't forget to include the receipt so if in case this guide didn't work for you, and your woman is not satisfied, she can return it for something more her style. The main goal of this gift is to make her happy. So it's crucial to include a return option just in case!
]]>What Makes the Bra so Important?
For starters, it's the first thing you whip on in the morning. Second, it's the closest thing to your heart. This is no accident.
You think the lingerie you grab from your wardrobe while getting ready in panic mode in the morning or the intimates you constantly gravitate towards when browsing through a lingerie store are random? I can tell you right now there is reason and justification behind it all.
First things first:
Hate to tell you this right off the bat, but your first bra already determined your fate. No point even attempting to change it because the power of the bra is too strong of a force. Okay, maybe I'm being a little over dramatic here. Just as you transform from a young girl into a woman, your bra also changes. You can change bra sizes, bra styles, and so much more. Who remembers going from that training bra to a sexy black lace bra? How about buying your first ever push-up bra to help lift those cup size AA's?
My Point:
Your bra is with you at almost every stage of your life. Let's learn what each one says about you!
Push-Up Bra: You love taking control of situations. You're a true leader and often take charge of group situations. Yes, of course you hold the reins on how much cleavage you choose to show, but you also try to oversee and strategize over every aspect of your life, leaving minimal room for the element of surprise. The extra padding and adjustable straps ultimately giving your boobs that extra lift, help you feel in control of your body. You know what you want and how to get it. Be sure not to be too bossy or dominant but alternatively to let others take control once in a while.
Front Hook Bra: You really do value convenience and ease of access (even for your boobs). You often choose the easy way out and the least difficult tasks so you can spend more time on what you enjoy most. Less challenge the better. You hate to admit it, but you're lazy; you refuse to even reach up your back and unclip the bra hook…just takes too much energy out of you. The fact that your lingerie is so easy to un-fasten, displays your low maintenance personality.
Sports Bra: Yoga? Basketball? Kickboxing? What will it be today? This intimate shows your athletic yet chic side. You're active and healthy, and constantly looking for the next best fitness plan. You are every girl's motivation, fitsporation, and life goal, but you don't know it. You're eager to hear constructive criticism and always trying to improve your game, whether its athletics or dating. You're always striving to be the best and sometimes even consider bending the rules.
Convertible Bra: Always looking to keep your options open (makes it convenient that you have adjustable straps and detachable straps), you're very indecisive. You find it hard to make a plan and stick with it. Always improvising along the way, you constantly put yourself last in many situations. Super flexible in almost all situations, make sure you don’t get stepped on. Try and take charge for once, in life or in a relationship.
No Bra: No more nonsense. You allow your babies to fly free- no straps, no cups, no underwire, rather free as a bird. You are your own person. No one can tell you what to do or how to act. You follow your own rules and live on the edge. People admire your adventurous personality and willingness to try new things. Some people may think you're a bit crazy or have an attitude problem, but really it's just your inner confidence and free spirit shining through. If you are confident enough to go braless, then you won't let what others say affect you.
]]>Women's FashionWhatever the case, it's important to be prepared for all of the possibilities. Whether the date seems magical or super ordinary, wearing the correct lingerie on the first date is crucial on so many levels. While personality and conversation can help guide a date in a specific direction, appearance always plays a huge role no matter what. It takes less than a tenth of a second to form a lasting impression based solely on someone's looks.
Women can spend hours upon hours deciding what to wear, running in and out of the closet, but the real trouble comes when deciding what lingerie to wear. With the endless options of styles and brands out there, this decision can become super stressful without the appropriate guidance.
Reason #1: Certainty
Wearing the right lingerie, whether it's bras, panties, underwear, or hosiery, will greatly enhance your self-confidence and self-image for the date. Even if you never get undressed, wearing the right lingerie has proven to make women sit taller, carry themselves more gracefully, and smile just a bit wider.
Reason #2: The Uncertainty
Who really knows where the date might lead. If you do end up going back to his place, and getting under the sheets, the lingerie you've chosen to wear says a lot about you. You want him to be able to look at you and see a true sexy, natural, beautiful, and confident woman. With the right lingerie, he won't be able to get his hands off you!
How to plan appropriately:
I'm no love guru, but I do strive to give you my most helpful tips and advice that will make you feel as attractive as possible, and him, screaming for more. Choosing appropriate lingerie can actually be quite tricky. On one hand, you don't want to look too eager, and that you wanted him to get a sneak peek on the first date, but, on the other hand, you don't want be anxious the whole date, wishing you don't get the invite over because you're wearing the wrong undergarments.
Natural Gravitation
The most common look: black lace. Push-up bras, thongs, bodysuits, stockings, everything is made in black lace. It is the practical sexy look. You may not know this, but black lace is not always a safe bet, as it can come off as either classy or cheap. The line between the two can often times be unclear, proving black lace lingerie to be a dangerous territory. Some men will automatically love it and not think twice, however, others will see this as a planned scheme to get in their pants.
Tips:
Matching lingerie is most essential
Colored pieces, striking patterns, and cute little bows are great turn-ons and ways to show your more flirty side
Dress for the occasion
Comfort is key. Even wear it around the house first if you have to.
Elegant Evening |
Day Date |
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Material |
Linen, Silk |
Cotton, Spandex |
Color |
Navy, Black, Silver, White |
Anything Bright and Fun |
Dating is no science, and I can't guarantee you'll get your man from using these tips, but I can say that there's nothing sexier than a woman glowing with self-confidence stemming from underneath- Under.me
]]>It would be a lie to say I grew up without ever having any insecurities about my body. I come out and say this to you because it's not a bad thing at all. In fact, it actually helped me grow as a person.
Growing Up
There reached a point when all the girl's bodies around me started changing. Growing hips, butts, and boobs. Me on the other hand, I was still flat as a board. I couldn't understand why. I tried all these myths I read online to help speed up the process, like eating certain foods and engaging in special exercises, but to no surprise, nothing worked. I thought I was doomed forever and stuck in a 10 year olds body.
The worst: Beachwear Shopping
Even though I loved the heat and the sun, I hated wearing a swimsuit in public. So summer, vacations, and swimming, were always stressful times for me. Even just the thought of swimsuit shopping frustrated me more than anything! Bikinis, one pieces, tankinis, they all looked horrible and unflattering. If it fit, I bought it, regardless of how it attractive it was. The faster I escaped those swimwear stores, the better!
Option #1: Hide it
So what could I do? Try and hide it? Been there done that. Swimsuit cover-ups and lose tanks. Just wasn't all that enjoyable in the hot sun. But those just made me feel even worse because I felt different.
Don't worry, the story takes a turn from here.
Option #2: Fake it
I could wear cupped and push-up style bikini tops with extra padding, but those just looked stupid because no way was I filling those out properly.
Option #3: The List
After thinking long and hard about the advantages of those more developed girl's body shapes, I started to come up with a list for my own body type.
List
Once I started to accept and embrace my body for how it was, I was able to more easily find clothes that flattered my figure and accentuated the proper areas. I even realized how many feminine fashion styles I could wear, that these curvier girls couldn't.
So What?
All I'm trying to say here, is there's no perfect body, and there's no point wishing you could wear someone else's. I'm sorry but that's just not gonna happen. Instead, try to look at the positives. Whether you're more pear, curvy, straight, or even flat chested, there's proper cuts and styles out there for everyone if you just open your eyes to them.
I don't want to lie to you and say I'm never jealous of how string bikinis or tight black dresses look on these curvier shaped women, but I will tell you that I am generally content with my body shape and wouldn't trade it in for anything.
Tips
For all you flat chested girls out there, if you've ever felt discouraged about your lack of cleavage, you are most definitely not alone. I've tried on numerous tight shirts and formfitting dresses and thought, if only I could fill this one out. Try to think of your flat chest as a blank canvas, with endless options of how to dress it up! Read some of the stylish fashion tips below and see what works for you!
-Low cut dresses for evening wear
-Lace up detailing in the front
-Bring on the frills
-Get away with backless and braless
-And when it comes to swimwear, halter and triangle are your best bet. Try and stay away from bandeau and bra cup/push-up style bikinis as they tend to draw unnecessary attention to those areas
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Summer. Vacation. Swimming. Fear and frustration is what comes to many minds when the thought of swimsuit shopping arises. This article combines and breaks down all the best tips for every body type out there, in order to find the right swimwear. With the endless options of brands and styles, I'm here to try to make sense of it all for you and narrow down your best options, based on what's going to best fit and flatter your frame! There's no such thing as a perfect body, but there is a way to be best dressed for your body type. Women's body types come in all shapes and sizes, so I'm here to help both accentuate and hide certain areas to allow you to feel most confident in whatever it is you're wearing. Curvy or athletic body type, we've got tips on everything to make you look and feel your best.
Define Your Body Type:
Based on the 4 body types below, which body shape would you relate to most?
Athletic Straight Pear Curvy
Athletic
Athletic: straight up and down, with few curves
Focus: Play up your curves and flaunt that frame. Stick to feminine cuts and frills.
Tips and Tricks: Pick tops and bottoms with prints, ruffles, and feminine flair that can help create the appearance of a curvier figure.
Do's: one piece swimwear with side cut-outs.
Don'ts: bandeau bikini tops.
Straight
Straight: few curves, waste and hip are pretty equal
Focus: You lucky girls have two choices. #1) Create an illusion of curves OR #2) Take advantage, have fun, and wear a skimpy bikini style.
Tips and Tricks: Enhance boobs and butt with ruffles or extra padding.
Do's: Bra shaped bikini tops, push-up bikini tops, and certain halter bikini tops.
Don’ts: Bandeau squashing bikini tops.
Pear
Pear: wider on bottom than top
Focus: Balancing your body by getting the appropriate coverage needed for that booty.
Tips and Tricks: camouflage those hips with a full coverage swim skirt or boy shorts.
Do's: Plunging neckline and cleavage detailing molded bikini top.
Don'ts: Bold printed or ruffled bikini bottoms.
Curvy
Curvy: full butt, hips, thighs, and all. Definite hour glass
Focus: Highlight those curves, while keeping the assets in place with the proper support and coverage.
Tips and Tricks: Steer clear of ruffles and bolded prints.
Do's: Underwire or halter style bikini tops, high-waisted bikini bottoms.
Don'ts: String bikinis.
If your follow the tips mentioned above, you'll be sure to be best dressed no matter where you go. And remember, these online tips are not just for the people looking at you, but rather these will help to boost your inner confidence needed to strut down that beach. You will be smiling from ear to ear feeling sexy and beautiful. It's time to embrace our female figures and feel the greatest.
]]>Whether you're looking for proper support, a little lift here and there, just to make you feel sexy, or all of the above, various steps must be taken carefully to ensure optimal results.
Let's start our journey:
First stop: Bra Fitting
Take a trip to a lingerie store and ask for a professional bra size fitting. Sometimes getting expert advice can make all the difference! Try not to be so embarrassed here; we're only at stop #1.
Next, time to travel back home. It's not just about what the expert says about your bra size, but it's important to take measurements yourself too!
How to measure yourself:
Bra size calculator
Materials needed: soft tape measure
Step #1: Stand straight and breathe normally. Stand with great posture…don't worry, it won't last long, and then you can relax.
Step #2: Take a soft tape measure and measure all the way around your body making sure the tape is measuring right underneath your breasts
Step #3: If you're even, add four, if you're odd, add five… Congrats! That’s your proper band size
Step #4: Now, measure again, but this time, right across your breasts. It's time to get that cup size.
Step #5: Subtract your band size from that number and you now have your appropriate bra cup size, using the following bra size chart below:
0=AA
1=A
2=B
3=C
4=D
5=DD
6=DDD
While now you might feel like the queen of the world, having mastered your own bra size, a skill that many women around the world lack, you're not quite there yet. The hardest part comes next.
Making sure it fits.
How do you know if your bra fits? Too big? Too small? How is it even supposed to fit honestly?
Every bra is slightly different from the next, so it's important to be able to judge which bra fits right, and which one is meant to be put back on the hanger.
So…What are the tricks to knowing?
-The band should be on the loosest hook, so when it does stretch, you can tighten it
-When looking from a side view in the mirror, the back of the bra should rest comfortably in the middle of your back, and not be slowly inching up
Now, we have finally come to the end of our journey. Time to say goodbye! Just remember, purchasing the right bra can truly change your quality of life for the better. As Under.me always says, confidence comes from underneath.
My work here is done and you have officially mastered the art of bra picking. Wasn’t so bad after all.
Congratulations!
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