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Spring is here and women are shedding
their bulky sweaters for the
new flirty looks of the season.
Although it may be fine to show a
little skin as we head into summer,
it is never ok to show your underwear.
The foundation to style success
starts with the right foundations,
yet, surprisingly, many women
make the greatest fashion mistakes
before they ever slip into a single
outer layer.
According to fashion experts,
these are the most obvious:
1. Visible bra straps. Bra straps
poking out of your shirt or dress
don’t create a polished, sophisticated
look. A quality strapless or convertible
bra that offers the necessary
support and coverage should
be an essential part of any woman’s
wardrobe.
2. Bras that don’t fit. It’s estimated
that up to 80 percent of
women wear the wrong size bra.
Bras that pinch and don’t fit result
in unattractive bulges on the back
and under the arms or muffining
over the top.
For smooth lines and comfortable
support, it is advisable to be fitted
by a professional intimate apparel
fit expert on a regular basis. Many
women’s bra sizes fluctuate each
month, and most women’s bra size
10 TRIBUNE MAGAZINE APRIL 2008
FEATURE
Six fashion faux pas
most women make
when getting dressed
changes around seven times
throughout their life.
3. Panty lines. Because visible
panty lines spoil any look, be sure
you have the correct underwear for
every outfit. Panties that offer the
newest technology are your best
bet.
Panties made from a supersoft,
lightweight microfiber with silicone
microribs are comfortable all
day and don’t ride up. From sleek
bias-cut silk to chic winter-white
pants, the underlying panty remains
completely hidden, leaving the
focus on you, and not your fashion
faux pas!
4. The wedgie. Underwear that
rides up is uncomfortable. Find
underwear with stay-put technology
that works like a magnet with
the skin, meaning the panties stay
exactly where you place them-all
day.
5. Lumpy embroidery showing
through. If you wear clothing with
lightweight fabrics, choose a
smooth, contour or “T-shirt” bra to
get a smooth line. Instead of a
black, colored or white bra, wear a
color that matches your skin tone.
6. Thongs that peek out. A
thong that can be seen over your hip
huggers is not appealing. If you
love wearing a thong, choose lowrider
or hipster underwear that stays
neatly tucked inside. T
Keisha Whitaker is
stunning in this formfitting
dress at the
2007 Academy
Awards.