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January

25,

2012

Spring 2012 Fashion Trends

You may still be freezing in layers of wool, but fashion waits for no weather and Spring 2012 trends have hit the stores. Discover how to wear the trends this year with BodyWrap slimming underwear.

Peplum

Not only an excuse to use a good Scrabble word, this 40s trend returns to make you worry about your hips. Peplum refers to the extra fabric at the waist that adds a little flourish to skirts and dresses. If you dare to wear this trend, you’ll want to be sure your hips and thighs are reigned in. Consider the Cat Walk High Waist slimming legging to make peplum pretty. Here’s a sporty example of peplum from Alexander Wang.

Flapper Chic

Dropped waists and fringe look great on a night out. This look requires a gamine shape, which is best achieved with a shaping slip like The Slenderizer. This outfit from Marc Jacobs caught our eye.

Florals

Nothing says spring like a little flower power. Of course, if you are going all-over print, you’ll want to be shaped. Try an all-over bodyshaper like the the All-Inclusive for smooth lines. JCrew showed this cheerful number — notice the little touch of peplum?

Color Blocks

Dramatic blocks of color look sophisticated for spring. Notice the hint of orange on this Narciso Rodriguez number and you’re seeing yet another Spring 2012 trend. More forgiving than other trends, you can wear a lighter version of slimming underwear, like the Body Wrap Lites Cinch & Lift Cami.

January

16,

2012

Our Favorite Golden Globes Red Carpet Looks

Awards fashion season kicked off with the Golden Globes and did not disappoint. Here are our favorite looks as well as what Body Wrap shaping underwear we might have chosen to go underneath.

Angelina Jolie
Angelina brought Old Hollywood glamor to the red carpet last night in this stunning satin number. The unforgiving nature of satin probably required Jolie to wear some body-shaping underwear. If she’d gone for Body Wrap, she might have chosen The Slenderizer bra slip.

Kate Winslet
This writer’s personal favorite, Winslet’s black and cream number paired with that lifted eyebrow looking beautiful. We’re loving the return of sleeves this season. If Ms. Winslet wore Body Wrap, we might have suggested the Long Leg Underbust Body Suit. This shaping bodysuit features an open front, necessary for the key-hole detail on Winslet’s dress.

Rooney Mara
Okay, Rooney Mara needs no help from Body Wrap, but if someone was hoping to look sleek in this plunging number, they might consider The Catwalk, which lifts and shapes the derriere.

Salma Hayek
Va-va-voom! While Hayek would probably look sexy dressed in a paper sack, this dress looks gorgeous on her. A dress like this needs lift at the bust, slimming at the waist, and shaping of the bum. The Strapless Pinup is the bodyshaper we would choose.

January

10,

2012

Our Favorite Fashion Movies

Style inspiration comes from anywhere, but we have a few favorite movies that always inspire our fashion. Give these a view.

Documentaries

1. Unzipped: Watch a pre-Target Izaac Mizrahi be his fabulous 90s self. And who is that I spy? Naomi, Cindy, Kate, Christy, and Linda? Mizrahi’s star may have since faded, but this remains a fantastic movie about making fashion.

2. Bill Cunningham New York: Forget The Sartorialist, Bill Cunningham is the original street style photographer, and quite the eccentric (and oh so kind and polite). By the time you’re done with this movie, you’ll be contemplating the feasibility of renting a teeny, tiny apartment in New York so you can take pictures of the pretty people.

3. The September Issue: Regardless of how you feel about Wintour, you’ll be dazzled by the effort and skill that goes into making this amazing magazine.

4. L’Amour Fou: A peek at Yves Saint Laurent’s life through the lense of his long-time creative and romantic partner, Pierre Berge.

5. Seamless: Names that are big now that weren’t when this was made in 2005 compete for Vogue’s CFDA Fashion Fund award: Alexandre Plokhov of Cloak; Lazaro Hernandez & Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler; and Doo Ri Chung of Doo.Ri.

Fashion-Forward Films

1. Funny Face: A lot of people might go with Breakfast at Tiffany’s for their Audrey Hepburn fashion fix, but Funny Face is really our favorite. Who can forget this scene (and that outfit!)

2. Annie Hall: Fashion isn’t just looking like a stylist got a hold of you, it also means wearing what is you, and no one did this better than Diane Keaton in Annie Hall. Her hat, man’s tie, shirt, waistcoat and wide-leg pants appeared simultaneously polished yet just thrown on. Something we all strive for in our everyday fashion!

3. It: Made in 1927, this features Clara Bow doing her very best impression of being Clara Bow. You’ll dress like a flapper for a week after watching this .

Clara Bow, the original It girl

4. Gentlemen Prefer Blonds: Marilyn Monroe sings “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” need we say more?

5. Downton Abbey: Not a movie, but don’t you just want to wear everything on this show? I see drop waists coming back on the power of Lady Mary’s costumes alone.

January

2012

Win a Year’s Worth of Body Wrap

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January

2012

Resolve to Look Slim and Sexy in 2012

Resolve to look slim and sexy in 2012 with Body Wrap shapewear. While working out and eating right are all great ways to a slimmer, sexier you, you want results as soon as possible and there is no better to way to make you look like you’re keeping your New Year’s resolutions than body shapers from Body Wrap.

The All Inclusive: This body shaper bodysuit features an underwire bra to lift the bust. The All Inclusive slimming bodysuit also slenderizes the waistline, lifts the derriere and trims your legs. Where this when you need all-over coverage.

The Cinch and Lift Cami: This sexy slimming cami controls the tummy and shapes and supports the bust for control where you need it most. This body shaping cami is from the Body Wrap Lites collection and so offers lightweight, natural support.

The Must Slip Under: Look beautiful under your clothes with the Must Slip Under. This body shapping bra slip features a molded underwire bra and body shaping fabrics. The beautiful pattern will make you feel all-over sexy.

December

28,

2011

What Do I Wear With My Fitted Dress

What Body Wrap should you wear with your fitted? Might we suggest the All Inclusive? This body shaper features all-over support including support for the tummy and bust. Our body shapers slim and flatten the tummy and lift the derriere, making your fitted little black dress look amazing.

December

19,

2011

What Body Wrap do I Wear with My Low-Cut Dress?

What Body Wrap should you wear with your low-cut dress? Might we suggest the Long-Leg Underbust Bodysuit? This body shaper features a scoop front that allows you to wear your own bra for maximum support. Our body shapers slim and flatten the tummy and lift the derriere, making your low-cut little black dress look amazing.

December

2011

What BodyWrap Should I Wear with My Strapless Dress?

What BodyWrap should you wear with your strapless dress? Might we suggest the Must Slip Under. This slimming bra slip features a molded underwire bra. The Sheer Iridesscent line features lighter shapewear with less contouring than other lines. These body shapers slim and flatten the tummy, making your strapless little black dress look fantastic.

November

29,

2011

Winter Layering Ideas

Add a pop of color: Let’s face it, winter is grey and winter wardrobes tend toward the drab. Add some warmth to your winter wear with bright colors in the form of sunny scarves, cheerful tights, and summer-worthy accessories.

Madewell First Frost Circle Scarf

Sweaters over dresses: Just because the temperature has dropped doesn’t mean you need to retire your favorite warm-weather frocks. Might we suggest tossing one of your favorite sweaters over your shoulders (as this outfit idea from Urban Outfitters shows). You could also try putting a blouse or tee under a dress for added warmth. To keep all of this added clothing from making you look bulky, slim down with body slimmers like the All-Inclusive.

Tights with skirts and shorts: Winter shorts may sound like an oxymoron, but when you add some textured tights (like these from Nordstrom), you’ll be winter ready. Tights are also a great way to add color to dark skirts. Keep everything trimmed and tucked with shaping underwear like the Tank-Tastic.

Blazers: Not just for business, blazers change up the look of any outfit while keeping your shoulders warm. Toss one over your little black dress for a completely different vibe or wear your suit jacket with jeans for a perfect casual Friday look.

J.Crew Houndstooth Moore Blazer

Large sweaters over skinny things: When you pair an over-sized sweater with leggings or skinny jeans, you get the perfect warmth to fashion ratio. Make this outfit sexy with body-shaping underwear like the Seamless Bodysuit with Lace and Underwire. (image from H&M via Refinery 29)

November

22,

2011

How to Wear: Maxi Skirts

One way to wear a Maxi Skirt, this one from Vince.

Maxi skirts may seem sweet for spring, but they are also flattering for winter. Flattering you say? Of course. Even if you’re teacup sized, maxi skirts can look great, especially if you’ve nipped and tucked with bodyshapers from BodyWrap.

Keep it Short on Top
Maxi skirts are long. Balance out the length with a cropped sweater. Be sure you’re giving yourself a waist with BoyWrap slimming underwear like the Superior Derrier High Waist.

Stay Casual
Because maxi skirts make a big impact, it’s best to keep things simple and casual on top. Go for a slim-fitting t-shirt, tucked in and a belt to define your waist. Give yourself all-over definition with the Seamless Bodysuit with Lace and Underwire.

Keep it Tight
When you have so much fabric below, you’ll want to keep the top nipped and slim. One trick is to wear a tight sweater dress tucked into the waistband. You’ll get great definition and stay warm in the depths of winter. Keep bulges at bay with body shapers like the BodyWrap Lites Pinup with Underwire.

Go for a High Waist
High-waisted skirts give you length, especially when you pair a high-waisted maxi skirt with a high heeled boot. Make the skirt lay perfectly with a body-slimming suit like the Catwalk High-Waist.

Spring 2012 Fashion Trends

Our Favorite Golden Globes Red Carpet Looks

Our Favorite Fashion Movies

Win a Year’s Worth of Body Wrap

Resolve to Look Slim and Sexy in 2012

What Do I Wear With My Fitted Dress

What Body Wrap do I Wear with My Low-Cut Dress?

What BodyWrap Should I Wear with My Strapless Dress?

Winter Layering Ideas

How to Wear: Maxi Skirts

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