TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT LINGERIE

A recent survey showed that more than 80%women in india wear wrong bra size
Many women will agree that buying lingerie isn't an easy task. From getting the right size to the right material, the dilemmas are plenty. And most of the times, we end up buying lingerie that don't fit us well or suit our body type. To get the perfect intimate wear, you first need to understand your body type.

If you are curvaceous, demi cup bra is a great choice. If you are planning to wear low-cut blouses, demi cup bras accentuate your curves without making it look too shabby. For lingerie bottom you can opt for high-waist fits. Shapewear are in great demand nowadays. As Neha Kant, founder of Clovia says, "A good shapewear is a must if you want to cut a perfect figure in those body-cons and figure hugging dresses. Not only does a shape wear help you project an hourglass figure, it also gives a smooth finish If your body type is athletic, find undergarments that enhances the curves. One can also for corsets and bustiers which helps in creating the illusion of curves. Boy shorts with ruffles and laces looks great if you have an athletic figure. Go flaunt it!
Pear-shaped bodies have narrow shoulders and broad hips. If you have a pear-shaped body, try to focus on your shoulders and upper body and choose lingerie which downplays your hips. Bandeaus works amazingly good in this type of body. Frilly and ruffle bra also gives a flirty feel.
If you are blessed with hourglass body type, you are the luckiest! In this body type the waist is narrow and the shoulders and hips are equally proportioned. In this body type you can experiment a lot. Take your "classic" look to your advantage and play around with suspender belts, bikini bottoms or the very sexy and classy garters.
Apple-shaped bodies have wide waistline, and the hips and bust is narrow. For this type of body type, body suits with V-neck works great. If you're a bit on the bustier side, go for an underwear bra. However, make sure that you get the right sized bra. According to Neha Kant, "The most common mistake that women make is buy wrong sized and ill-fitted bras. This usually happens when one is not aware of her actual size and ends up buying according to 'size psychology' or size perception! One should remember that well-fitted or right sized lingerie is essential for over all outfit appeal. If you wear a size bigger than your actual size, your breasts won't have support and lift and if you wear a size too small it will result in unattractive spillage and bumps which can totally ruin an outfit."
What are the must-haves in a woman's lingerie collection? 

� Colour co-ordinated bra and brief sets 

� Lingerie in sheer materials like lace, mesh and net 

� Satin and lace babydoll 

� Transparent back bras to wear with backless blouse or top 

� Sports bra for all fitness enthusiasts

� A comfy yet sexy sleepwear 

� Sexy wraps and robes 

What is the biggest mistake women do while shopping for bras? How to avoid it?

To get the wrong size! It is important to understand the body type and size of your cups. If you are confused, do not hesitate to consult a lingerie expert. Find out your right size and try before buying. When buying online refer to the size charts and sizing or fit guides. Also understand the difference between push up and lift bros and the importance of cup sizes. Our bodies keep changing with age and lifestyle, so it is necessary to keep updating your lingerie drawers. 

How to determine the perfect size and style of lingerie? 

The perfect size and style required for an individual can only be determined after proper measurements have been taken (underbust and overbust measurement). It also depends on the fullness and firmness of the bust. It's always advisable to get a consultation from experts at least once, so that you have an idea of what suits you best. The next most important thing while purchasing lingerie is style. Depending on your body type, select a bra that gives you good shape and is also comfortable. There's a variety of styles available for each body type and you can chose from varied fabric, coverage, color etc. 

Tips for finding the perfect fitting bra. 

� The band must not ride up at the back. 

� Ensure there is at least 1 finger gap between bra strap and shoulder. 

� Ensure there is at least 2 fingers gap under the band area. 

� Various brassiere accessories can be used as per your requirement. For instance, for a broad body type, a brassiere extender can be used to extend current band girth. 

� Whether you want to buy a minimizer or multi-way bra, make sure that you keep the breast shape in mind for that enhanced look. Try going lingerie shopping alone; you will be able to spend more quality time in deciding the look, than bothering about the second person's opinion. 

How can shapewear enhance our figure? How to choose a shapewear? 

Shapewear are designed to temporarily alter the body shape and to achieve a visually toned figure. We have to analyse which part of the body i requires shaping and suggest the impact as 

per the body shape requirement. 

The difference between a low impact, medium impact and high impact shapewear needs to be clarified to attain a toned figure. The I type of shapewear selected is also based on the amount of time it will be worn. Ideally a low imp-act shapewear can  be worn for at least 8 to 12 hours, medium impact for 6 to 7 hours and high impact for 2 to 4 hours

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INDIAN YOUNG MODERN GIRLS DRESSING STYLE

Image management. What did you just think of reading these words? Getting a makeover, attending a personality or grooming workshop? Let me begin by stating that image management is far more than visiting a beauty parlour, buying clothes from a fashion designer or going for diet / weight management programme.
Image management is actually an ongoing proactive process of evaluating and controlling the impact of your appearance on you, on others and on the achievement of your goals. Your image is you in the eyes and minds of others. You are perceived evaluated, and judged on the image you project or reflect.
As an individual living and working in a highly complex and competitive society, you must recognise and understand the impact of your perceived image as it communicates first to you then to others.
An important component of your image is the clothes you wear. This includes not just your choice
of clothes but also how you wear them. You need to understand your enhancing and suppressing features to highlight or hide. It needs ongoing evaluation of oneself to keep changing with age, circumstances and with changing roles and goals.
Albert Mehrabian the famous scientist did a research which said 80% of your message is visual, out of which 50% is by the clothes you wear. So select clothing styles that meet your individual personality.
Common sense tells you to avoid clothing styles that expose or emphasize and therefore reinforce, figure variations that you don't want to get noticed.

� For example: Strapless or sleeveless outfits expose the body to view and generally emphasize whatever is seen. Short sleeves expose the arm, shorts skirts expose the leg, and so on. If that's not what you want, you'll need to cover up.
� Narrow shapes and tight fitting or clingy fabric expose whatever body part is underneath. If that's not what you want, you'll want slightly wider shapes and a looser fit.
� A helpful general guideline is to look for clothing styles that will naturally accommodate your figure type and any other figure variations. In other words, the garment shape makes visual sense, as it essentially repeats your body shape.
� Clothing styles in this shape are made for you.
� Selected in the right size with ample ease allowance, these styles flow easily over your entire figure, even areas where you may be larger. For example, an A-line skirt or shirtwaist dress with a flared skirt easily accommodates the proportionally larger hip and thigh area of a triangular figure. A wedge-style chemise dress easily accommodates
the proportionally larger shoulders of an inverted triangular figure. Flowing easily over bust, midriff, and waist below. A contrasting yoke on a sportshirt or polo created by colour, texture, or pattern can naturally accommodate a triangular male body. Sizing may require minor adjustment or alteration for a fabulous fit.

Also, always look for clothing styles that naturally camouflage and create attractive illusions about body areas that you may consider less attractive and reinforce or emphasize the most attractive characteristics about your figure. If better balance is needed, you're looking for clothing styles that will fill out smaller or narrower areas of your figure to counterbalance larger area. In most cases, you want to lead attention in the opposite direction from the body. For example, Palazzo pants work to fill out the leg area of an inverted triangular or diamond-shaped figure for better balance with the top of the figure. At the same time, width at the hem of the pants will emphasize slim ankles. A men's suit jacket with peaked lapels and well- proportioned shoulder pads counter the narrower shoulders of a triangular body.
Choose style shapes with characteristics that look, feel, and hang appropriately for the fabric of the garment. Coordinate or combine shapes as well as separates in two or more styles, to achieve greater variety, interest, and individuality .�

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