Style blog: Underwear essentials

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By Michiko Hylands & Clifton Piper TVNZ Stylist

Published: 3:27PM Thursday August 19, 2010 Source: ONE News

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Underwear styles range from the seductively sexy to the just plain comfortable.

But one thing you always need to remember is that undergarments can make or break an outfit.

Wearing the right underwear is the key to making you look your very best. Many women constantly make the mistake of choosing the wrong type of bra to go under their clothes. An example would be the lacy, bulky bra worn with a slinky, fitted top over it. Something seamless and more streamlined is always best for such a figure-hugging look.

Then there are the women who choose the super comfy but at the same time ultra saggy bra that ends up making them shapeless. No one wants this! You want to choose a bra that defines and celebrates your bust and makes it look great.

Once you have the correct foundation garments on, your clothes should just effortlessly slip over you like a glove.

When in doubt always seek professional help.

We love taking our stars at TVNZ to see Bendon's "Braologist" extraordinaire, Carol Rashleigh. Carol is a genius when it comes to fitting bras and she's always astounded to find out that most women don't actually know their true bra size and have been wearing the wrong size bra for years!

Once you finally know your true bra size then it's time to start collecting some underwear basics in black and also nude/flesh tones.

Underwear essentials

- Black bra and strapless black bra
- Nude bra and nude strapless bra
- Bras for halter-neck and plunging neckline styles
- Black slip and nude slip
- Black and nude underpants (selection of styles such as g-string and boy-leg)

Now you can start adding all the fun pieces to your lingerie collection. Your one-stop shop for this is Bendon where they have everything you need.

Bendon

Bendon's Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection combines the classic favourites with luscious new looks. This season is peppered with exciting styles, prints and fabrics. Look out for the multi-way and t-shirt bras using lightweight microfibre combined with satin, thus creating the ultimate silhouette under clothes.

The fashion collection inspires with darted lace, fabulous fresh-look printed satin and bold new prints.

New styles are arriving in stores every month so keep your eyes peeled!

DimitySO Spring/Summer 2010

This label is all about fresh and fun designs with a modern edge. It's also particularly great for women with larger busts, with D-J cups available.

Elle Macpherson LOVEBUGS Spring/summer 2010

This capsule range is all about colour, colour, and colour!

With names like "Felt Tip Green", "Mimosa Yellow" and "Playful Purple" these bras can change your mood and set you on the path for a fantastic day!

Elle Macpherson Intimates Spring/Summer 2010

This collection is a kaleidoscope of vintage-inspired prints, delectable pops of colour and beautiful styles. From berry brights and juicy citrus colours to modern neutrals and animal prints versus vintage styling, this range has the lot!

Obsidian by Elle Macpherson Intimates Spring/Summer 2010

Obsidian is an edgier range from Elle with more of a monochromatic colour palette. The designs (for both men and women) have a raw sensuality to them.

Bendon Lingerie Fashion Show

Last week Style Blog went along to Bendon's flagship store in Newmarket, Auckland to see models parade the latest lingerie collections from Elle Macpherson Intimates, Obsidian by Elle Macpherson Intimates, DimitySO for larger cup sizes, and also the launch of Pleasure State, a very glamorous high-end lingerie label that oozes sex appeal.

The Warriors players and boxer Shane Cameron were a surprise on the catwalk, modelling the new range from Bendon Man.

Check out the pics!

Ciao for now!

Xoxoxo Style Blog

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