How To Wash Bras and Panties

Step 1: Fill sink with warm water and soap
Fill your sink with lukewarm water and add a capful of mild detergent.

Step 2: Soak dirty bras and panties
Soak your dirty garments for 5 minutes, making sure they’re completely wet. Gently rub spots or stains, being careful to not catch the lace or snag the silk. Instead of hand-washing your bras and panties in the sink, you can take them into the shower with you. Use a dab of mild shampoo and squeeze the suds through the material.

Step 3: Dry lingerie
Roll the wet lingerie in a towel to remove excess water. Lay the garments flat until dry. Don’t use a dryer for your fine bras and panties — the heat destroys the elastic and the tumbling can ruin underwires.

Step 4: Wash everyday undergarments in washer
Place dirty everyday bras and panties in a garment bag and wash it in your washing machine on the delicate setting. These garments typically aren’t as fragile as lace or silk, but should still air dry.

Did You Know?: The $15 million Victoria’s Secret Red Hot Fantasy bra has 1,300 jewels, including rubies and diamonds. lingz

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How To Pick Lingerie That Complements Your Body Type

Step 1: Give yourself an A-plus
Soften a big booty with an A-line negligee that flows over your posterior.

Step 2: Pare down a pear shape
Pare down a pear shape with a baby-doll nightgown that draws attention to your upper, slimmer half. A baby-doll nightie will also show off your legs. Pear-shape women should avoid boy shorts, which call too much attention to your bottom.

Step 3: Tame a tummy
Tame a tummy with a teddy or camisole made from a Lycra or spandex fabric blend, or camouflage it with an Empire-waist nightie.

Step 4: Go girly
Add curves to a boyish figure with corset or bustier tops and push-up bras.

Step 5: Bust out
Showcase full breasts while giving them support with V-neck nighties and halter-top teddies.

Step 6: Wrap an apple
Wrap a thick midsection in a sexy kimono; the “X” style will highlight curves and whittle out a waist.

Step 7: Don't forget the garter belt!
Remember that garter belts and stilettos look sexy on everyone!

Did You Know?: Kate Moss was voted sexiest lingerie model in a web survey. lingz

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How To Choose a Pair Of Panties

Step 1: Think about comfort
Decide how important comfort is to you. Briefs, boy shorts, and ladies boxers are the least constricting styles. If you need to wear a thong, try one with more front coverage, or tangas, which have wider waistbands.

Step 2: Consider fabric
Take the fabric into consideration. Polyester provides the most support, wicks moisture, and dries quickly, making it great for workouts. Spandex or Lycra provides the most seamless look. Silk and satin are pretty, but must be hand-washed. Cotton is more hygienic because it’s breathable. If you like the look and feel of polyester panties, buy ones with a cotton crotch.

Step 3: Size up your body
Consider what works best with your body type. To trim your hips and thighs, try boy shorts made with Lycra. To eliminate muffin top, go with a high-waisted Lycra brief or panties that dip in the front. If you want your legs to look longer when you step out of your clothes, choose a French-cut brief.

Step 4: Whittle away inches
Invest in a few good body shapers to wear with unforgiving clothes. Some can squeeze as much as an inch and a half off your waist and hips!

Step 5: Match waist height
Wear panties with a waistline at or just under the height of your skirt or pants — unless you want people to see the outline of your bikini panties under your high-waist trousers. The waistband of your panties shouldn’t feel the least bit tight. If it does, go to the next size.

Step 6: Ensure a smooth fit
If you’re wearing tight jeans, slip on a hipster or string bikini. Both have less material on the sides.

Did You Know?: America’s first print underwear ad ran in the Saturday Evening Post in 1911.

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How to Know if a Piece of Lingerie is Hot or Tasteless

Step 1: Go au naturel
Hot: lingerie made from natural fibers like cotton and silk. These fabrics are often softer to the touch and more comfortable for the wearer than synthetics, and show off a woman’s true beauty.

Step 2: Narrow it down
Lingerie that lights up or requires elaborate accessories? Tasteless. It’s never hot for a woman to look like a cheap Halloween costume. Stay away from leather — bondage is a whole different ball game.

Step 3: Add just a hint
Embellishments that subtly highlight a woman’s assets: definitely hot. You want lingerie that leaves something to the imagination; too much exposure comes off as a desperate plea for attention.

Step 4: Cut to size
Stick to a woman’s standard sizes to avoid overemphasizing her natural gifts; wearing undersized lingerie might as well be called the “porn star” special. Truly tasteless.

Step 5: Pick simple colors
Pick a couple of simple colors — there’s no need to break out the entire rainbow to cover a tiny section of a woman’s body. Choose muted tones for more revealing pieces; soft colors can help dial back the tasteless and dial up the hot.

Step 6: Remember who's wearing
Always pick lingerie that’s designed to make the wearer feel comfortable and confident. A woman looks sexy when she feels sexy; in or out of the bedroom, hot is all about attitude.

Did You Know?: Archeologists found the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamen buried with 145 fine linen loincloths, all of which he had worn. lingz

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8th National Underwear Day Takes the Party to Your Underwear Drawer

This August, Freshpair is gearing up to celebrate the eighth annual National Underwear Day, a chance for people all around the country to see what's hidden the other 364 days. In the past, the National Underwear Day festivities have gone from Times Square takeovers, where underwear-clad models mingled with tourists and New Yorkers alike, to star-studded underwear runway shows. Each year we learned more about underwear and the people who wear it, and came upon a startling fact: 80% of Americans never change their underwear in their adult lives. What we mean, of course, is the style of underwear they wear, and 60% of those people don't even wear underwear that fits! Whether it's the wrong size, fabric or cut, people have been settling for second best for far too long.

Freshpair thinks it's time to change your underwear, and this year's National Underwear Day is the best time to try on a new fit! We're turning Freshpair.com into an online underwear extravaganza for the first two weeks of August and giving away 5,000 pairs of free underwear from the hottest brands, including Piss & Vinegar, Expose, Calvin Klein, Natori, 2xist, b.tempt'd by Wacoal, Ed Hardy, Go Softwear, Panache, Unico, Gregg Homme, Lunaire, Joe Snyder, Cocksox, Mansilk, and Elle Macpherson Intimates.

Keeping the celebration online this year allows us to reach more people and show the world there is a better way to shop for underwear. After all, it's not just the first thing you put on and the last thing you take off, but the most important thing you wear all day. "Underwear has come a long way in recent years. What started as a necessity has quickly stepped to the forefront of fashion, with a slew of new styles every season. Underwear that fits great feels great, and Freshpair is the place to find the selection you want with the advice you need. This year, 5,000 lucky winners will experience a brand new fit all their own," says Freshpair President Michael Kleinmann.

Here's a few more underwear facts and figures that may (or may not) surprise you. Did you know that 24% of American men have a lucky pair of underwear? And to settle the age-old "Briefs vs Boxers" debate, 40% of men prefer briefs and 10% opt for boxers, leaving the rest either in trunks, boxers briefs, thongs, or commando. Women evidently match more than their shoes, as 34% of American women match their bras to their panties.

Frederick's of Hollywood Debuts Sexy Swimwear at the Miami Swim Show

Frederick's of Hollywood is excited to announce the debut of a sexy new collection of swimwear, "Hollywood Sizzle Pool. Party. Swim.™" launching at stores in summer 2011. The world-renowned lingerie purveyor will show the entire line for the first time to press and buyers during Miami Swim Show July 17th-20th at the Miami Beach Convention Center. In true Hollywood style, Frederick's is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate the hottest new swimwear in the industry with an official launch party on July 17th at Mynt Lounge, Miami's most exclusive celebrity hotspot. Guests can view the collection on Moulin Rouge inspired dancers while listening to performances by DJ Julian Ingrosso and DJ Keidy.

"We are excited to debut our complete line of swimwear, Hollywood Sizzle Pool. Party. Swim.™, a bold collection that fits the varying tastes of beautiful, sexy women everywhere. This collection encompasses the essence of the Frederick's of Hollywood brand, while successfully bringing us from the bedroom into the fun and sun poolside," stated Thomas Lynch, Frederick's of Hollywood Group Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We are confident the collection will be well received in Miami by retail buyers and media at SwimShow."

The sultry suits, retailing moderately from $88-$108, take inspiration from the sexy lingerie looks and Hollywood heritage that made the Frederick's of Hollywood brand iconic. From the new-to-market "CORSETINI™," inspired by the lingerie purveyor's extensive corset suite, to a "Tinsel Town" bikini embellished with gold sequins, the sizzling suits are worthy of the hottest pool parties from LA to Miami. The line even boasts an "I Do" bridal bikini and matching train sarong so brides-to-be can flaunt their status at poolside bachelorette parties from coast to coast.

How To Pick Lingerie That Complements Your Body Type

Look smokin' hot in the bedroom by wearing lingerie that plays up your best assets.

You Will Need
Familiarity with your body type

Step 1: Give yourself an A-plus
Soften a big booty with an A-line negligee that flows over your posterior.

Step 2: Pare down a pear shape
Pare down a pear shape with a baby-doll nightgown that draws attention to your upper, slimmer half. A baby-doll nightie will also show off your legs. Pear-shape women should avoid boy shorts, which call too much attention to your bottom.

Step 3: Tame a tummy
Tame a tummy with a teddy or camisole made from a Lycra or spandex fabric blend, or camouflage it with an Empire-waist nightie.

Step 4: Go girly
Add curves to a boyish figure with corset or bustier tops and push-up bras.

Step 5: Bust out
Showcase full breasts while giving them support with V-neck nighties and halter-top teddies.

Step 6: Wrap an apple
Wrap a thick midsection in a sexy kimono; the “X” style will highlight curves and whittle out a waist.

Step 7: Don't forget the garter belt!
Remember that garter belts and stilettos look sexy on everyone!

Did You Know?

Kate Moss was voted sexiest lingerie model in a web survey.

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How To Measure Your Bra Size

Almost 80 percent of women wear the wrong sized bra, so follow these tips to make sure you pick the right size every time.

You Will Need
A well-fitting bra
Tape measure

Step 1: Wear a well-fitting bra
Put on a well-fitting bra. It should be unpadded and shouldn’t be a sports bra or minimizer.

Step 2: Measure directly under your bust
Place the tape measure immediately under your bust, against the bottom of your bra. Hold it gently but firmly, and make sure that the tape measure is parallel to the ground. Let out a big breath before measuring. You want the tape measure to be snug.

Step 3: Add five inches to find band size
Add five inches to the measurement to find your band size. Round up if you get a fraction or an odd number.

Step 4: Measure at the fullest part of your bust
Place the tape measure across the fullest part of your bust, parallel to the floor. Keep the tape measure loose, and note the measurement. Round to the nearest whole number. Ask a friend to help with your measurements if you have trouble keeping the tape measure parallel to the ground.

Step 5: Subtract band size to find cup size
Subtract your band size from the second measurement. The difference is your cup size. A one-inch difference means you need an A cup. Two inches is a B cup, three inches is a C cup, and four inches is a D cup.

Step 6: Use band and cup sizes to determine bra size
Put the band and cup sizes together to determine your appropriate bra size. For example, a 36-inch band measurement and a C cup size means your bra size is 36C. Now it’s time to go shopping.

Did You Know?

Did you know? The modern system of bra sizing was invented in 1928.

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The Lingerie Handbook

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Bra Measurements: Finding Your Perfect Fit

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Wearing the wrong bra size is a huge fashion faux pas that can result in extreme back and shoulder pain. If you are a woman who has never been fitted, you are not alone. Most women don't know their true bra size and suffer as a result. However your suffering ends today! I'll show you how to find your true bra size in 3 easy steps.



Step 1: Measure Your Band Size

For best results you'll need to wear a non-padded bra and use a soft measuring tape. Hold the tape measure around your back at band level and bring it forward, just above your bust. Make sure that the measuring tape is snugged around your band without it being too tight. The resulting number is your band size (If the number is odd, round down to the closest even number). Remember this number.

Step 2: Find Your Bust Measurement

Next, you'll need to measure completely around the fullest part of your bust (at the nipple level). Again - make sure that the measuring tape is snugged around your bust without it being too tight. The result will be your bust measurement. You'll need to remember this number as well. If this measurement falls on the 1/2 inch, round up to the nearest whole number.

Step 3: Finding Your Cup Size

Now it's time to put the numbers I asked you to remember to use. Subtract the band size (step 1) from the bust measurement (step 2). This number will equate to the letter of your cup size.

Bust Measurement - Band Size = Cup Size

For example, if your bust measurement is 34" and your band size is 32, you wear a B Cup. Alwaysforme.com provides bras for those with bigger cup sizes

Here are some things that you should be aware of:

The center panel of your bra should always sit directly against your skin between your chest. Your breasts should fill your bra without spillage. Also your bra shouldn't lift as a result of movement. It should fit and feel comfortable whenever worn - which means no band imprint on your shoulders. If your index finger cannot move between your body and bra straps freely, you should adjust the straps immediately for both safety and comfort. Its important that women get a bra fitting twice annually due to weight gain and loss which can effect both your bust and band size. For more bra fitting tips and best bra deals visit Henry & June Lingerie. Remember: Don't let your bra wear you - Wear your bra and do so comfortably!

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