Since I’ve been working with 123underwear.com, I learned I was wearing the wrong bra size, got a pretty new bra and panties set, and now have a checklist of the top undergarments every woman should have in her wardrobe.
From sensible to sensuous and steamy, the right undergarment can make or break an outfit (and do wonders for your private life, ahem). Here’s 123underwear.com founder Beverly Russina’s top 10 list and specific recommendations:
(1) Push-Up Bra: All women need a cleavage-boosting bra – especially those with a smaller-sized chest. Recommendation: Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Lace Mystique Push-Up Bra ($44) is sexy, yet comfortable and works great under any piece of clothing.
(2) Strapless Bra: A nude and/or black strapless bra is essential. If you have a last minute event or dinner to attend, a strapless bra will make you look sophisticated and sexy. No woman should have the “bra-strap-hanging-out” look.
(3) Underwire Bra: Underwire bras are comfortable, make the bust look better and provide more lift and support. They are a great for when you want more control over the way your bust looks under certain items of clothing.
(4) All-Lace Bra: The date-night bra! An all-lace bra is ultra-sexy and will make you feel more confident. Not to mention the possibility that it will be seen. Recommendation: Le Mystere Isabella All Over Lace Bra ($82).
(5) Boyshorts: Designed for extra coverage and comfort, boyshorts are perfect for lounging around in the house or when it’s that time of month. Recommendation: JM Natura ($15-$20) is a classic, clean, durable and extremely comfortable boyshort brand.
(6) Thong: Not only are thongs the epitome of sexy but they’re essential for avoiding panty lines. Recommendation: Elle Macpherson’s Dentelle Thong ($24) is sexy, yet functional and a necessity in every woman’s underwear wardrobe.
(7) Nude Panties: Nude or flesh-toned underwear is critical to avoid potential embarrassing underwear moments. Nudes work well under an anything – especially light-colored clothing, as they blend in with your skin.
(8) Slip: Time and time again, ladies in skirts and dresses don’t wear a slip, when in fact it’s necessary. Slips keep skirts and dresses from clinging to your legs and smooth lines where necessary. Recommendation: Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Solutions V-Neck Slip ($48) is a comfortable solution made from smooth, lightweight stretch nylon fabric for a clean, modest look under dresses or skirts.
(9) Shapewear: Every woman can benefit from shapewear, regardless of figure type. Anytime you wear fitted clothes, you can use shapewear. Shapewear gets rid of bra bulge, underwear lines, muffin tops and more.
(10) Fashion Tape: Not a traditional item on an undergarment checklist but it’s must-have for tackling every possible wardrobe malfunction. It can do everything: hide bra straps, secure revealing necklines, hold up strapless tops, eliminate blouse gaps, and fix hems fast. Recommendation: Hollywood Fashion Tape ($7) from the Keep Your Clothes On collection is a clear apparel and body tape that has a specially formulated, hypo-allergenic adhesive which is gentle on skin and leaves no residue on fabrics.
Impressive list, isn’t it? I have 7 out of 10 so I’m feeling quite proud of myself. I need to get a slip. Who knew?
If you’re missing any of these items, 123underwear.com wants to help you build your undergarment wardrobe. One Glamamom reader will win a $35 credit to the online store.
To enter: Visit 123underwear.com and leave a comment below telling me which item will fill that missing space in your undergarment drawer.
An addition entry if you “Like” both 123underwear.com and Glamamom on Facebook.
Two entries total. Please leave a separate comment for each.
I’ll randomly select a winner on Sunday, October 9th. Open to US readers only.
Update: The winner is Laura C. Congrats!
{I’m participating in a sponsored campaign called Project #BraHappy with 123underwear. All opinions expressed herein are my own.}
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I need a slip!
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I need a nursing bra.
I’d like the Beyond Yoga Organic Pima Long Sleeve Henley!
i’d love to have Calvin Klein Solutions V-Neck Slip
I’d love the cosabella ever soft bra
i love the Elle Macpherson Dentelle underwire bra and thong!
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Oh boy. I have 1-3 and plenty of number 6, but none of the other stuff. Love this list…maybe I need to stock up on a few things!!! Not entering since I have worked with 123 in the past…will let someone else shop in lieu of me!
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I would love to have a new Calvin Klein bra! They are really comfy!
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Thanks for a great giveaway! good luck everyone!
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Who couldn’t use some new options in the bra & panty drawer. Fun contest. I’d get the Cosabella lace camisole.
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Sadly, I only have one thing on your list. I have some shapewear panties. I don’t think I could ever grow accustomed to wearing a thong. I’d feel nekked. But they do have some lovely ladies panties and nice looking men’s boxers too. I spent more time looking in that dept. LOL I’m old. I ain’t dead.
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I think I could use a slip too! Or possibly these panties: Wacoal Awareness Hi-Cut Brief.
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I’m missing fashion tape!
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I’d love the Wacoal Embrace Lace Push-up Bra.
This is a fantastic list! I think the only two Im missing are a pretty, lace bra and fashion tape!
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Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Wireless Contour Bra
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I need one of those Calvin Kleins push-up bras!
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I never think about slips! I could use one of those.
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The sheer ribbons underwire bra would be perfect!
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i could definitely use some of the wacoal boyshorts!
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I love the Diesel Relax Pant
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I need a slip too!
I like the Wacoal embrace lace underwire bra.
I need the mini knit half slip.
Ooh, I think I need the Wacoal iPant shapewear to complete my underwear wardrobe!
The Naked Calvin Klein Hipster would be great!
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I need the Wacoal Embrace Lace Contour Bra
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I’m guilty of not wearing slips… ever. I should. So I would chose the Diesel Petia Chemise (cute!).
And yes to sexy flirty lace bras
And the fashion tape is definitely a necessity. I’m glad I’m not the only one who gets blouse gaps. What is that?!
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The Rive Gauche 3part cup bra needs to be in my dresser.
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I love the calvin klein lace push up bra!!
I’d love to have the Diesel Petia Chemise.
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I could use a pair of seamless undies, like the calvin klein naked hipsters!
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I have a slip and my friends think I’m a grandma for having one! I’m totally gonna forward this post to them. LOL. What I don’t have is an all-lace bra. I have half lace ones or ones with a lace overlay though. Doesn’t count, does it?
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I need some Calvin Klein CK One Cotton Stretch Boxers!
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I’d pick the Cosabella ever soft bra
i would choose the Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Lace Push Up Bra
I need shapewear desperately! Thank you!
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i need a calvin klein strapless bra
I like the Elle Macpherson Dentelle Culotte
I need the all lace bra. My husband comes home from deployment soon and I’d like to have a sexy little black bra to spice things up a bit =)
I would love Calvin Klein Seductive Comfort Customized Lift Bra.lnb1191(at)aol(dot)com
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I could totally use the Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Lace Push Up Bra!
i could def use the Diesel Rachel Maxi T-Shirt (in black)
i love shirts like this to sleep in!
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I would get Wacoal Hi-Waist Long Leg Shaper! sexyhots29@yahoo.com
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I like the Wacoal B-Smooth Camisole.
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I’d get one of their slips.
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I need some new slips.
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I could use the Cupless Cami.
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My panties are a disgrace! I swear, if I get hit by a truck or something, I’d be more likely to die of embarrassment than of the injuries! I really need to just get rid of all of the old, stretched out, holey undies. But whenever there’s a little extra money, one of the kids needs something… I’d love to replace the old panties with a bunch of the Calvin Klein Seamless Bikini panties!
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I really need shapewear…….. I must be wearing the wrong style now!
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The wacoal embrace lace push up bra
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Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Strapless Push Up Bra would complete my undergarment drawers.
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Every time I think of slips, I think of the 80′s. I don’t think I’ve had one since, but it’s true, they are necessary. I haven’t tried boy shorts yet because I’m afraid they’ll ride up. All these underwear necessities! eeks!
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Wacoal Sport Underwire Bra would be vital for my workout routine!
I’ve recently become acquainted with the wonders of the Wacoal line. They have some great things for the curvier girl. That’s my pick.
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I am definitely missing a lace cami!
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I need a new bra and would love the Calvin Clein Racerback. It’s on Sale too!
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