With the Grand National this weekend, Haydock and Chester races next month, the girls at Pandora’s Box have created a guide to the best bra and shape solutions for under your outfits this season!
Plunge
Plunging neckline: making the statement this season. A statement whose cut draws the eye down the body, the plunging neckline remains on trend for spring / summer 2015, however finding the right bra can be tricky – this will ultimately depend on how deep the plunge is!
Plunge
Plunging neckline: making the statement this season. A statement whose cut draws the eye down the body, the plunging neckline remains on trend for spring / summer 2015, however finding the right bra can be tricky – this will ultimately depend on how deep the plunge is!
Freya’s ‘Deco Vibe’ range would be suitable under most plunge necklines… Available in sizes E-GG!
We also love Passionata’s ‘Let’s Play’ (B-DD) and Chantelle’s ‘C Chic Sexy’ (B-F) for a smaller bust…
However a more drastic cut may need stick on cups (see accessories section)!
T-shirt
T-shirt bra’s should be a lingerie draw staple – when you find the right fit this sort of bra is invisible under tight fitting tops and dresses! Necklines will vary, but most are ideal under square, scoop or high!
T-shirt bra’s should be a lingerie draw staple – when you find the right fit this sort of bra is invisible under tight fitting tops and dresses! Necklines will vary, but most are ideal under square, scoop or high!
Fantasie ‘Smoothing’ – this fashion essential is one of Fantasie’s best-kept secrets. The range creates a smooth shape underneath fitted outerwear! Available in sizes DD-H…
Chantelle ‘Merci’ memory foam is ideal for those that want a smooth outline but without the solid format that most straplesses come in, with a soft and supportive Lycra lace back. Available in sizes C-F.
Fantasie’s ‘Rebecca’ is a must have for the summer! This maximum coverage, seam-free, moulded bra strikes the perfect balance between understated style and sublime sophistication and the spacer fabric gives it a lovely weightless feel. Available in sizes D-GG…
Fantasie ‘Eclipse’, born from their best-selling Rebecca range, the new Eclipse balcony collection offers less coverage in the cup and a low centre-front. With Swiss embroidery , a jewel-trimmed bow and adjustable J-hook to prevent strap slippage and to give a racer back option, this is a handy bra to have! DD-G cups available.
Strapless
We all love the look of a strapless dress or one with dainty straps, but when it comes to getting the look and lift of a bra with straps, we often fail! Here are 3 of our best and most supportive strapless bras…
We all love the look of a strapless dress or one with dainty straps, but when it comes to getting the look and lift of a bra with straps, we often fail! Here are 3 of our best and most supportive strapless bras…
Ultimate Strapless by Wonderbra is THE strapless bra to have! The strap line for this range is ‘stays up as long as you do’ and we can vouch that this is true! This revolutionary strapless bra by Wonderbra is designed to stay in place whatever you’re doing. With it’s sweetheart neckline, moulded, hand shape structuring to lift the cleavage, it is styled in smooth, comfortable, satin fabric for that sleek look under clothing! Available in sizes D-G…
Fantasie’s number 1 strapless is part of their ‘Smoothing’ range, available up to a G cup this brilliant fitting bra is very supportive and will go under the majority of square necked strapless outfits.
For a smaller bust, why not try Chantelle’s ‘Basic Invisible’ strapless? With microfibre cups, additional wires on the side for additional support AND integrated foam padding in A-32D this bra is sure to give you some oomph!
Multi-way
We stock a fantastic multi-way bra, the Chantelle ‘Vous & Moi’ up to an F cup… Ultra-comfortable memory foam T-shirt bra that gives the bust an uplift effect, with an invisible and refined cut due to see-through detailing on the straps. This bra also has detachable straps that can be utilised a number of ways or replaced with a clear strap! Perfect for someone who wants the benefit of strapless but with straps!
We stock a fantastic multi-way bra, the Chantelle ‘Vous & Moi’ up to an F cup… Ultra-comfortable memory foam T-shirt bra that gives the bust an uplift effect, with an invisible and refined cut due to see-through detailing on the straps. This bra also has detachable straps that can be utilised a number of ways or replaced with a clear strap! Perfect for someone who wants the benefit of strapless but with straps!
VPL
Say no to ‘visible panty lines’!!
A thong or string would be the obvious choice but not everyone finds these comfortable! Sloggi Invisible’s would be perfect in this situation! The range does offer a thong, however there is also the option of a deep short… The scalloped edge sits perfectly flat and as the shorts are seam free, they cannot be seen under most garments!
Say no to ‘visible panty lines’!!
A thong or string would be the obvious choice but not everyone finds these comfortable! Sloggi Invisible’s would be perfect in this situation! The range does offer a thong, however there is also the option of a deep short… The scalloped edge sits perfectly flat and as the shorts are seam free, they cannot be seen under most garments!
Chantelle’s ‘Soft’ range is also ideal… A highwaisted brief with a very reassuring cut – high waistline and full coverage at the back is available as well as a string (tanga cut).
Control Wear
Miracle Suit offer various different shapes and are a must have for keeping a smooth silhouette under any outfit! All styles available in sizes 12-18 and are available in black and nude.
Waist Cincher – you’ll be amazed as your figure is transformed! Designed with seams to create the perfect hour glass shape, inner double panel construction and side release panels, the garment offers extra firm control and removes inches from your waist!
Miracle Suit offer various different shapes and are a must have for keeping a smooth silhouette under any outfit! All styles available in sizes 12-18 and are available in black and nude.
Waist Cincher – you’ll be amazed as your figure is transformed! Designed with seams to create the perfect hour glass shape, inner double panel construction and side release panels, the garment offers extra firm control and removes inches from your waist!
Hi Waist Brief / Hi Waist Thigh Slimmer – these feature a triple layer front panel which shapes and smooths the tummy, hips, midriff and in the thigh slimmers case, the thighs! These garments can be worn under an array of fashions, provide extra firm control and feature Miraclesuite’s patented Wonderful Edge finish (keeping the garment in place, eliminates VPL and prevents the garment riding up)
COLOUR
Not a lot of people will realise this, but you can see someone’s lingerie through their outfit 80% of the time due to the colour!
If your outfit is a light colour, opt for nude or flesh coloured lingerie – NOT WHITE!! If you are dark skinned go for a coffee colour, if you are very pale, opt for a more milky hue. Basically the key here is to try and match your lingerie to the colour of your skin. Matching your underwear to your outfit might seem like a good idea (and a cute one) however, unless the fabric of your outfit is quite heavy, such as a cotton or wool, you will more than likely see an outline through.
For darker coloured enssambles, there is obviously a bit more leeway. You might get away with matching colours! However, the safest and most practical option is to opt for black or again, nude (as you are likely to get more wear out of the bra again!)
Accessories
As mentioned earlier, for some outfits and necklines, there just isn’t a bra that will do, which is why we stock Ra Ra Room accessories! From double sided tape, to ‘Happy Straps’ and stick on cups – we are sure to have a solution for you!
Not a lot of people will realise this, but you can see someone’s lingerie through their outfit 80% of the time due to the colour!
If your outfit is a light colour, opt for nude or flesh coloured lingerie – NOT WHITE!! If you are dark skinned go for a coffee colour, if you are very pale, opt for a more milky hue. Basically the key here is to try and match your lingerie to the colour of your skin. Matching your underwear to your outfit might seem like a good idea (and a cute one) however, unless the fabric of your outfit is quite heavy, such as a cotton or wool, you will more than likely see an outline through.
For darker coloured enssambles, there is obviously a bit more leeway. You might get away with matching colours! However, the safest and most practical option is to opt for black or again, nude (as you are likely to get more wear out of the bra again!)
Accessories
As mentioned earlier, for some outfits and necklines, there just isn’t a bra that will do, which is why we stock Ra Ra Room accessories! From double sided tape, to ‘Happy Straps’ and stick on cups – we are sure to have a solution for you!