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  May 2009
Update your Underwear

Raising The Bra
Do you find yourself reaching for a greyed bra most mornings? Once you've put your underwear on do you feel less Eva Herzegovina (push-up bra model) and more Nora Batty? Many women think they don't need to pay as much attention to their undies as they are not on show, but think again; just as putting on a favourite dress or pair of shoes in the morning makes us feel good, our underwear has a huge effect on how we feel and how our clothes look on us too.

Getting the foundations right makes all the difference. When you wear underwear in the right fit and shape, your clothes will look better on you too. Here are some key tips from colour me beautiful to help you get the utmost out of your undies.

Good Foundations

According to statistics, 70% of women are wearing the wrong bra size, which is neither a good look nor good for your bust. The first, most important thing about your bra is getting a good fit that supports the bust properly. If you haven't had a proper bra fitting yet, book one asap.



The brassiere has come a long way, not only becoming better designed with more style and colour options, but we now have eco-friendly underwear, bras that effuse aloe vera to keep the skin moisturised and cups that you can pump up or deflate depending on your requirements! Whatever your preferences, if you're guilty of neglecting your smalls then it's high time you paid them some attention.


*Tips For Bra Fit
- The centre of your bra should fit closely to the breastbone in order to lift and separate
- There should be a smooth line where the fabric at the top of the cup ends and meets your bust. There should not be any ridges or bulging over the top or sides of the cups, even if you are wearing a balconette or lower-cut style.
- The strap around your body should be firm but comfortable and it should be horizontal and not ride up at the back.
- Straps should not cut in or fall off the shoulders. If necessary, choose a style with a wider strap (particularly if you have a large bust)

*from Colour Me Younger (Hamlyn)

Good foundations are just the beginning to a stylish you! To get expert advice on the right shapes and fit, book my Style Consultation, "Secrets of Successful Style".

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If you missed my recent events on bras and would like some advice, do contact Jilly Baker, the bra guru!

She is simply amazing!!
www.jillyslingerie.com
Enjoy Your Undies
We all love a pretty pair of knickers, but the truth is that most of us opt for comfort over style. According to the Daily Mail (May 2008) "only 34 per cent of us buy matching bras and knickers".. (which our French counterparts find shocking and funny) " ..and 36 per cent still mainly purchase multipacks". It's fine to stick with what's familiar and comfortable, but don't get lazy. Try to find a brand or two that really fits your bust well and works for your body shape and looks nice too.

White, black and beige are not the only colour options so stop being dull and inject some colour into your lingerie! There are so many pretty fabrics and fun colours to choose from to make it much more enjoyable getting dr
essed! Don't be afraid to show a bold colour bra through a summer top for fun or expose a hint of lace for added femininity. If you invest in colours that look great on you, you will get an instant feel-good boost every morning.




Good quality underwear can be expensive and you don't have to blow a fortune on it or look like a lingerie model every day, but you should consider that the most delicate parts of your body deserve to be looked after and to look good too!

If you need some guidance with finding the best styles and colours for you this Spring why not book a Personal Shopping session. Contact me for further details.

A New Home For Your Old Bra

Ladies please do not forget that even if you no longer need your old underwear, someone else may be very grateful for it. Oxfam are collecting underwear to send to Africa. Closer to home, there is a Women's Refuge near you where any contribution is gratefully received. Some of these women have had to leave their home in literally what they stood up in.

Can't Do Without This Spring...
..Sunkissed Moisturiser and Cream Blush. After a long winter we're probably not looking as fresh-faced as we'd like.

To give your skin a little lift try our lightweight sunkissed moisturiser instead of your usual foundation and apply our soft cream blush for a natural spring glow.

Did You Know....
...the word brassiere comes from braciere ("arm protector"), an old French word for military uniforms and later became used for a type of woman's corset?  In French the brassiere is soutien-gorge - "throat-support" - gorge (throat) was a common euphemism for the breast.

This dates back to the garment developed by Herminie Cadolle in 1905. By 1911 the word made its way into the Oxford English Dictionary. Mary Phelps Jacob invented the first modern brassiere which was patented in 1914.
Source: wikipedia.org


Sue's News
It is essential to have correctly fitting underwear for your clothes to flatter you.

It is also important to keep your look up to date.

My new DVD on Fashion Trends for Spring and Summer 2009 has just been released.

�  It features the strongest trends this season and how to wear them,
�  suggests good investments that will last at least 2 years and
�  gives tips on simple ways to update your existing wardrobe.

This DVD is quite unlike reading a fashion magazine! It is practical advice for real women.

Enjoy relaxing alone or with friends!

It makes a very original gift!

The first batch have just gone to post.

I hope you enjoy it!


Sue   X

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