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Must-Have Spanx: The Miracle Workers

In spite of what many women think, wearing Spanx is nothing to be ashamed of (there are even Spanx for men now). If 100-lb celebs use it for that extra bit of confidence on the red carpet, the rest of us should feel just as justified. You hear more and more women coming out about … Continue reading “Must-Have Spanx: The Miracle Workers”

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Rigby & Peller Satin and Lace Bra and Thong: Close Encounters

Why wait for February 14th? Give yourself – and your honey – the gift of intimacy now with this beautiful set of bra and panties. Leave it to a British label with a longstanding history in corsetry to deliver coquettish lingerie that isn’t in-your-face – and nor is it overmodest. In fact, when it comes … Continue reading “Rigby & Peller Satin and Lace Bra and Thong: Close Encounters”

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Ender Legard Grace Corset: Body Rock

Many have tried, few have succeeded: to take the corset out of Scarlett O’Hara territory (seriously, 18”?!) and the girdle out of Christian Dior’s New Look (as appealing as it was in 1947). Ender Legard has actually modernized the corset, maintaining the appeal of that slim waist we yearn for and actually adding comfort to … Continue reading “Ender Legard Grace Corset: Body Rock”

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Carine Gibson: Lingerie for Lingering

When we envision sexy lingerie, seductive black, virginal white, and vampy red are the cliché colors that come to mind. Who knew teal could knock them all out of the park? This collection of pieces by Carine Gibson makes me want to plan a romantic getaway. Or better yet, take on a lover! Just kidding, … Continue reading “Carine Gibson: Lingerie for Lingering”

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Valentine’s Day-Date Night Dress Code

Although I’m single, I have never been one to call Valentine’s Day “Singles Awareness Day.” I love love and I love pink and red together even more. Valentine’s Day is pretty much the only time you can wear red and pink together and be completely cheesy and you won’t get asked where your chihuahua was. … Continue reading “Valentine’s Day-Date Night Dress Code”

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Smart and Sexy Kiki de Montparnasse: A Savvy Kind of Sensuality

For 2012 I’m getting me some hot undies. Sometimes the smartest ideas are also the sexiest. Wouldn’t it be nice if everything were so perfect? It doesn’t happen everyday, but in the racy (not raunchy) world of Kiki de Montparnasse (named after the nickname of French muse and model Alice Prin), it’s a way of … Continue reading “Smart and Sexy Kiki de Montparnasse: A Savvy Kind of Sensuality”

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