Showing posts with label Spanx. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Spanx. Show all posts

Friday, December 16, 2011

Looking Slimmer Ladies and Gentlemen...

How many times have you found that perfect dress, top, or skirt but it shows some lumps or ripples you wish weren't there?  Today I'm going to show you options of what you can wear underneath to look smoother and skinnier.  There are many new options out there.

Everyone has heard of Spanx.  Here is a strapless slip dress that you can wear underneath any fitted dress or where you need to look smooth all over.  The true benefit of this undergarment is that it looks nice so don't be afraid to undress in front of your significant other.  This is available in black or rose gold (nude)-which is a skin tone version.  Called Spanx Slimmer and Shine strapless slip.  S-XL.  Available almost everywhere you shop.  Featured from Nordstrom's for $98.  A similar version called the convertible strapless dress (where you can attach straps) is $76 and also in black and nude.

SPANX® 'Slimmer & Shine' Strapless Shaping Slip


To emphasize your behind, Spanx also offers a booty boy short.  This is ideal for ladies who are wearing a skinny dress and don't have much in the behind.  It will make you look much fuller, though not quite Kim Kardashian!  This is called the Spanx Simplicity Butt Boosting Boy Shorts, for $68 also available at Nordstrom's.  Available in black or nude, S-XL.

SPANX® 'Slimplicity Butt Boosting' Girl Shorts


The next garment can be worn with fitted tops or sweaters.  It is great to take away the "bra bulge" that women get all the time or back fat that I hear all ladies (and men too!) complain about.  There are different versions of this camisole with wider straps as well so look at the concept and then select the style that works best for you.  Shown is a Spanx adjustable strap camisole, available in black or nude (see a theme) for $52 at Nordstrom's and quite a few other stores.

SPANX® Adjustable Strap Camisole


If you are looking for a little support but don't want to wear a separate undergarment, Spanx tights or pantyhose might be right for you.  They come in prints and plain.  Available in regular A-D or plus sizes.  $28 in a variety of shades from Nordstrom's.
SPANX® 'In-Power Line' High Waisted Shaping Sheers


Target has shapewear also at a much cheaper price, so if you aren't sure if you are sold on wearing it I would suggest starting here.  These are there butt boosting boy shorts for $20.
Women's Booty Pop Enhancing Panties Assorted Colors


Gentlemen, its time for you to look slimmer and well put together.  Slim fit sweaters and shirts are hot for guys but not every guy has the build to pull that off.  These compression shirts for men slim away any rolls, back fat, or boobage.  Spanx offers compression t-shirts and tank tops, similar to wearing an undershirt or under thin t-shirt.  Crewneck and v neck versions are available.  Here is one version offered by Spanx, available in white or black, for $78, in S-XXL.  Cotton versions are available for $58.

SPANX® V-Neck Compression T-Shirt


Most major department stores carry Spanx or there own version of slimming undergarments.  So shop around or when you are purchasing an outfit and need something underneath to accompany it, ask your sales associate.  Make sure your undergarment fits.  So many women have told me that they do not wear it because it is so uncomfortable.  While it should be fitted and suck things in, you definitely need to be able to move around and breathe.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Making Your Legs Look Fabulous with Fun Tights

I"m often asked how can this dress or skirt be updated or this outfit more fun?  My response is always throw on a pair of fun tights.  There are many styles and brands to choose from.  The important thing to know is that tights do not usually snag like panty hose do, therefore you can purchase a more expensive and stylish pair that will last you.  The more intricate the design and detail, the more expensive the tights will be.  A year ago while in Italy I noticed that all the ladies were wearing beautiful tights to accentuate their outfits and my love affair began.

Wolford is by far my favorite brand.  They become world-wide famous with their bondage tights last year that many famous singers and celebrities wore.  Here is a beautiful pair of Wolford Wilderness Tights for $43.55 on sale on wolford.com and available in three tones.

Wilderness Tights


Fishnets are a beautiful option to enhance an outfit.  Details to note with fishnets is the size of the netting, which can range from very small to large.  Smaller netting looks classier and more refined while larger netting vamps it up.  Here is a DKNY version with larger netting for $14.50 from barenecessities.com

http://www.barenecessities.com/dkny-fishnet-tights-0a074_product.htm?pf_id=DKNY0A074


Oroblu, available at Nordstrom's has smaller netting for their fishnets.  I have their skin colored pair and love them.  They match my skin tone perfectly.  The smaller netting looks classier for business meetings.  $18.

Oroblu 'Tricot' Fishnet Tights


Colored tights add unique surprise to your outfit.  Great when you are wearing black or gray.  Gray, maroon and burgundy are very popular tights colors.  These tights are by Falke for $64.00 available at barenecessities.com.



Diamond tights are another interesting element.  Particularly this pair from Anthropology.  Spotted diamond tights for $18.00 available at anthropology.com



Nothing is sexier than a pattern or stripe up the back of your leg.  The trick to this is the size of the line going up your leg and ensuring that it is straights when you put it on.  This pair is by Kate Spade, called New York Scallop Detail Tight, $28 at Nordstroms.

kate spade new york scallop detail tights

All department stores carry tights, as does Target.  Specialty tights stores have become popular and there you can slight from a wide range of designers and price points.  Hue, DKNY, Spanx, Calvin Klein, Falke, Kate Spade, Oroblu.  Search online by tights and then narrow your search to meet your needs (i.e. control top-Spanx is great for this).

To change from your day to night look, for daytime throw on with your skirt, dress, or suit and high heels.  At night change your shoes to shoe booties or high boots and change your sweater, suit jacket or coat by taking that off and leaving on your tank top and add a statement necklace or earrings.