Leave it to Calvin Klein to pair up cotton with lace in an oh-so-sexy bra.

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According to Fashion Monitor Toronto, the best tips for fashion style and comfort in lingerie is to keep it simple, seamless, and comfortable.

After all - when a woman is comfortable, she is sexy, no?

Let’s face it - it’s hot outside right now. Smack in the middle of summer. Less is more! This goes for lingerie too - who wants to be sweating through thick layers of cotton?

Ditch out those tacky neon-colored G-strings and opt for Smart Ass thong created by Vancouver-based designer duo Alix Cameron and Cindy Ball. Each thong bears a sassy slogan like “Kiss My…”, “Yummy Mummy” and more. So now you can wear your low-rise jeans fearlessly.

Choose a padded, racer-back bra to maximize your bust under sleeveless tops. The original Wonderbra push-up bra works wonders, lifting and emphasizing your breasts. For t-shirts wear a bra with molded cups for a smooth, seamless shape underneath a thin fabric.

For those strapless or one-shoulder tops a convertible bra, which has straps that you can wear conventionally or crisscrossed around your body to stay put yet hidden under your garments. Also, the adhesive bras do work, even in humidity and amid body sweat. Just be sure to peel them off like a Band-Aid, slowly and carefully.

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So sexy it’s almost R-rated. Corsets. Boy these are hot on the market right now! I want one!

VALENTINA STRETCH CORSET ENSEMBLE

Mesh Embroidered Corset (la8662) Lingerie - Check out this stunning sexy but elegant corset. This stylish corset has intimate embroidered lace trim comes in sheer black/gold. The set also includes a matching thong. ‘’t forget the coordinate stockings to complete your outfit! See below for details. (Colors: Black/Gold) (Sizes: Large, Medium, Small)

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In the episode a couple of days ago titled Moto-Crossdressers on Surreal Life, model Caprice Bourret got Pink’s fiance Carey Hart and baseball hero Jose Conseco into some sexy lingerie.

Sexy model CAPRICE BOURRET helped bring out PINK’s fiance CAREY HART’s feminine side recently, when she asked him to model her lingerie for her.

While shooting episodes of reality show THE SURREAL LIFE with Hart and shamed baseball star JOSE CANSECO, the blonde stunner used a summer-themed party as the perfect opportunity to get the men to model her delicate creations.

After Canseco sampled her lip gloss, Bourret asked the two men to don lacy bras and panties for a special lingerie show - and she was stunned to see just how excited they were to strip off and oblige.

She coos, “They’re such sports.”

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Magic Silk Chiffon Camisole & Thong Set with Lettuce Trim is made from 100% Silk. Fine, adjustable spaghetti straps and the cropped, midriff cami with flouncy, lettuce trim accent this hot little number. The thong has a cotton crotch for wearability and smooth stretch elastic that doesn’t pinch or bind and the lettuce trim it ultimately feminine.

Available in a variety of prints and solids, you’ll want this 2 piece set as part of you lingerie collection. You’ll feel as beautiful as you look in this girlie 2 piece camisole and thong set. This item is available in the following colors and sizes: Black,Cobalt,Grape,Hearts,Red; L, M, S, XL.

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Thread takes a look at the Secret Garden show of Bendon and Elle Macpherson.

The fashions to come:

The Darling Buds of May
The audience sipped tea and fancies as the Bridgette Bardot-esque models paraded through a flower-garlanded arch in the Secret Garden like gorgeous blooms in confections of lace, satin and cotton lingerie. The girls showed the Summer 04 collections from Bendon Lingerie, Elle Macpherson Intimates, Fayreform and hey sister!

Lingerie Trends
There are four themes in the lingerie industry, taken from fashion trends; from Asian influences on the catwalk, to Lord of the Rings; and talking to women about their needs and wants.

1. Nostalgia
Victoriana; the retro woman featuring trims and pretty shoulder strap detailing with 1920s as the decade of influence; when Vogue was launched and cosmetics and beauty became a huge industry. King Tut’s tomb was discovered so Egyptian themes became popular seen here in emerald jewelled colours.

2. Black
Always a monumental theme. Very important. Also seen in black sheer pieces backed with other colours showing through.

3.Gothic
Mesh fabrics to look like fish-nets. Biker babes, rock grrrls.

4.You!
Being yourself and being comfortable. Working with the new technical fabrics and knowing how they fit and work ergonomically for your body.

More…

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The Cassandra line from Arianne - oh my!

Mesh from Italy, flocked and printed with a very hot and sexy lace look. Just that little ruffle trim reminds me of those French maid outfits. The top is a camisole with some padding in the breast area so there is a little uplift, as well as an opaque area to entice the whole look of the ensemble. The colour appears black in this picture, but it has subtle pink accents in the detailing.

Set includes:
Camisole with padded shelf
low-rise hipster
long Chemise (not pictured)
long sleeved top (not pictured)

Fall 2005 Styles are just getting better and better

From the website: “Cassandra embodies a sweet sexiness that is every woman.”

I’ll blog more from Arianne later - the collections are amazing!

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The Fantasie line is one of my new faves. Check out these great panties. Can hardly even tell it’s a thong from the front. Oh so comfy!

The Rimini thong from Fantasie is a pretty combination of sheer and non sheer fabrics and is decorated with a subtle leaf pattern.

Made from Nylon, Polyester, Cotton and Elastane. Comes in Chocolate (mmm) or the linen/ivory seen here.

Available from: Figleaves

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Swim wraps are not just to cover up - they are also really elegant and flirtatious. You have just a sneak peak of what’s below in a great little wrap. They feel great moving about in the breeze and are perfect for a little run up to the store for a soda or a snack.

This particular wrap caught my eye. I think the whole bathing suit set is really beautiful, but the wrap in particular (from Figleaves) seemed to drape really well. Yellow is such an underused colour in bikinis! The set is from Fantasie, and boy does that name fit!

Perfect for covering up on the beach or just showing off, the Pagoda beach wrap from Fantasie is in a gorgeous tropical lemon print and 100% cotton so you can keep your cool.

There is also the bikini brief under the wrap. The underwired bandeau bikini top is one of the most attractive bikinis I’ve seen in a while. The sizing is just right and it looks like it fits really nicely. The whole set is subtle but eye catching. Not over the top. The top features a structured cup for us bustier girls as well, so it has form and style.

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A really beautiful, flattering piece of lingerie for the full-figured woman. This Satin Jacquard Corset does wonders for creating elegant curves and showing off that great bust line.

The corset is made of satin with a tapestry flower motif, dark black boning, venice trim and hook & eye front/back as well as lace-up back for a great overall high design feel. It is even strapless. It comes with garters (removable) and G-sting. How perfect!

Available colors: Coral, Fuchsia, Purple, Royal
Sizes: 38, 40, 42, 44

Plus, it’s on sale at Angelbodywear Lingerie

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The Laurel Stretch Lace Slip, from the Arianne fashion line, is now on sale.

Created by our Arianne line, this slip is stunningly beautiful in its detail and quality. Stylishly elegant, this slip is slightly sheer and made with a perfect blend of 90% nylon and 10% spandex which offers just the right stretch in its lace to mold sensually and softly against your form. Along the bottom half of this slip, gorgeously formed within the material are floral designs that climb up the length of the slip. Light and cool, this piece would assuredly become one of your favourites. This designer line creates high-end, beautifully styled intimate lingerie that you will absolutely love.

Available in black and red - the two sexiest colours in lingerie!

On sale - $25 off! Purchase at Angelbodywear

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The new Bendon launch had the writers of thread spellbound.

Naughty and nice- with a bit of nasty…Bendon’s launch had models parading the bewitching coming collections with a “Spellbound” theme and a Spring in their step. The catwalk preview of this summer’s collections showcased their brands Bendon, Elle Macpherson Intimates, Fayreform and Hey Sister but sadly for all the women media honeys present, no ‘Elle Macpherson Men’ models strutted the stuff being filled by plastic male torsos lining the walls.

Rhapsody from Bendon pictured above

The models of Bendon are well known for their diversity in body size. And, like the picture above from the current Bendon line, the vintage look is definitely hot. Corsets are very very hot too. Lots of details are popular this year.

Key trends include motif vine prints, layered fabrics in floaty fabrications, flowing silks, intricate laces, ruffles and jewels. This season, more than ever before, the lines are blurred between outerwear and underwear with exquisite statement pieces that are designed to be seen.

This year - think romance, chic, vintage and the temptress.

Via Thread

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24-7Press Release has a great piece on all the new styles to come from the lingerie world this fall. It’s under the Angelbodywear reps, but applies widely.

Patrick Kennedy, marketing representative with Angelbodywear Lingerie says “This years Fall styles are going to be geared toward metallics, shades of orange, gold, tans, off whites and brown with layered patterns with corsets still on the forefront of popularity.”

Kennedy continues to mention they now have available, their popular Asian print corset, a corset that was believed to have been mentioned late last year in Penthouse magazine. “We had brought this style in, however were puzzled as to why we could not keep it in stock! It was not until the enquiries started rolling in with people asking us about availability on our asian print corset mentioned. As it turns out, we have upped our stock on this corset which continues to be a popular lingerie seller” says Kennedy.

Many of our new lingerie styles are hip, with warm colors and enticingly intimate for Fall 2005, while keeping the lingerie sexy as always. Kennedy continues, “Our Holiday Catalogue will not be far away, and again will promise very intimate lingerie just in time for the holiday season not to far away!”

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A smart bikini. Really. Kind of like a smart car… well, not really. But, it is useful. The Tan-Timer Bikini makes getting that perfect tan easy.

Some 59 per cent of Brits admit to falling asleep in the direct sun, so the electronic gizmo, which attaches to the swimsuit and beeps every 15 minutes to remind users to roll over, or wake up and seek shade, could be the answer. It made its debut on the beach at Brighton.- Daily Mail

Considering how expensive swimwear is to begin with, this really is not any more expensive than your average bikini. It will be on sale in the UK from New Look stores for £20.

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Elle Macpherson Intimates has released a new collection called Monarch. The picture below is for the Monarch contour bra. The shoulder straps are very fine and the bra cups are nice and low, perfect for a night out in a slinky dress. Then, a little peek at the bra shows a very elegant gold stitch.

From the release in thread,

An elegant and sophisticated offering, Monarch features refined organza fabric and embroidery with a thread-count worthy of Grace Kelly.

The series will feature more than just the bra and panties now available (you can buy them here) - there will be new white on white pieces, thongs, bikini briefs and more:

Available this month in a pristine Linen white, with white embroidery, the Monarch collection includes a beautiful balconette bra with cleavage-enhancing appeal. The matching low-profile thong and bikini brief feature embroidered fronts and mesh backs for comfort. This lingerie collection also extends into Afterwear with a camisole and cotton lounge pant.

Also new - the Whisper collection in new colours such as Dew. Imagines leaves, and now a delicate rosebud print, with hand beaded details. Whisper stands up to its name - it’s light and beautiful, and includes camisole, deep plunging neckline bra and more.

Here are other releases:

Take time to sparkle with the exquisite Solitaire collection, now available in Jet black. Stylised floral embroidery and interwoven lurex detailing is shown to fine effect in an elegant contour bra with slender straps and diamantes. The collection is finished with an ultra-low profile bikini brief and thong.

Bask in the peaceful glow of the Skin Lights collection, now available in a gorgeous Dove blue. Featuring luxuriously smooth Italian fabric, Skin Lights offers barely there comfort and figure enhancing appeal. A new convertible bra has a racer back clasp to give halter and low back options. The soft-cup bra gives a sporty modern look, while the underwire bra is lined for extra support. A contour bra completes this comprehensive bra offering. The collection also includes a culotte and thong, designed for ultra-comfort and minimal show through under clothing. And mix-it-up with the delightful new Skin Lights Print culotte and thong. Featuring a spot print, these are specially designed to co-ordinate with the main Skin Lights collection.

Finally this month, pay homage to the vintage glamour of Dentelle, now available in a beautiful Shell blue colouring. This corsetry influenced collection is an Elle Macpherson Intimates favourite, featuring intricate detailing and finished with rigid lace and satin bows. The collection comprises a demi underwire bra with side boning to support a fuller bust, a contour bra, bikini and thong. - thread

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