Fashion Pulse | Finding Your Perfect (Bra) Fit.

Experts estimate that more than 80% of women go through the day wearing the wrong size bra. Those who spend any amount of time in the public arena will easily see that these statistics are correct. Women can be seen everywhere with bra problems: bra straps that ride up the back, cleavage in all the wrong places, breasts that sag too low, are smashed too close or are squeezed out of the sides or top of their bras.

If you are one of these 80% of women, a proper-fitting bra doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg (or a breast!). Use the following tips to help you find flattering lingerie at a price you can afford.

Find your perfect fit!

Budgetary Concerns
Many women cite budgetary considerations when asked why they are walking around in ill-fitting lingerie. A good bra can be an investment, especially if you wear a specialty size or a size that isn't sold at mass retailers and "big box stores." However, you don't have to purchase your lingerie from an expensive, upscale lingerie boutique in your town. Consider purchasing bras and other foundation garments from online retailers like Mamia Underwear at wholesale prices.

Professional Fitting 
Many women are timid when it comes to discussing lingerie or having a professional fitting done. However, you can't find the right bra if you don't know what size you need. Again, skip mass retailers and lingerie chains - most of their employees don't know much more about measuring bra sizes than the general public.

Find a local lingerie boutique with professionals that can measure you properly. Most of these stores will fit you for a bra even if you don't make a purchase. If you don't have a lingerie boutique nearby, you can measure yourself, just make sure you find a good tutorial and do it properly. And keep in mind that while there are "sister sizes" in bras, it's best to wear your actual size, as a "sister size" won't fit nearly as well.

Style Considerations
Keep in mind also that while there are many styles of bras, not every style of bra will work for every body. Demis, pushups, balconettes, plunge, bandeau, contour and even sports bras are options. Choose the right bra for your breast type and your lifestyle needs.

Fashion Pulse | Lily of the Valley Period Panty.

Oh hai, July! I can't believe we're already halfway through 2014. Before we know it, the 'ber months are here and it's Christmas time once again, haha!

Anyway, today I'll be sharing with you my latest discovery. But mind you, this isn't makeup, skincare, or food. They're panties, actually. Lily of the Valley (LOV) Period Panties, to be exact.

Lily of the Valley Period Panties.

The Lily of the Valley Period Panty (Lilies, as they are fondly called) is a pioneering panty that aims to address the most common period woes. These include napkins bunching, sudden leakage, and staining on clothes.

Photo credit: Lily of the Valley.

As such, Lilies are designed to help keep napkins in place, prevent it from twisting or shifting, and reduce the probability of clothing stains. In addition, Lilies provide relief by minimizing the itchiness, irritation, and skin darkening caused by the rubbing of napkin wings against your skin.

The inside scoop on Lilies. :)

And because the Lily of the Valley Period Panty is a product made by Filipinas for Filipinas, they are designed in a special and unique way. Here are the distinct features that come with each and every Lily.

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1) Made with sweat-resistant, breathable material.
2) Its multi-directional stretch fabric gives the body a shapely contour.
3) Has a reinforced front panel for 'tummy control'.
4) Its fitted shirring hugs the buttocks, enhances the form, and keeps the pad in place.
5) Double-crotch lining folds in the napkin wings and keeps them from coming into contact with your skin.
6) Leak-proof interlining helps prevent clothing stains.
7) Central core stabilizes the napkin, prevents it from twisting and shifting, and minimizes the bunching.

Mid-rise Brief.

The Lily of the Valley Period Panty comes in two colors - black and nude. They also have two styles available - the Low-Rise Bikini, and the Mid-Rise Brief. As for the sizes, there are three to choose from: Small (24-27 in), Medium (28-31 in), Large (32-35 in). I believe their Extra Large panties are currently in the works.

Mid-Rise Brief.

I own both colors of the Mid-Rise Brief, and I love how this style sits comfortably around my hips. It's made with soft, stretchy material (90% polyamide, 10 % elastane) that doesn't feel itchy on the skin. Plus points for its reinforced front panel, which keeps my tummy from bulging especially when I'm wearing leggings or soft pants. 

I first wore my Lilies as soon as I got my period, and true enough, they were more comfortable to wear than my regular panties. My napkin stayed in place, no twisting or bunching at the back, and no itching from the napkin wings, too. I was able to go about my daily activities - taking my son to and from school, running errands, doing the groceries, etc. - without worrying about my behind.

The best part? I can wear my Lilies even if it's not my period!

Discount Coupon for you!

Lily of the Valley Period Panties are available online, and sell for Php 380 each. But for a limited time, they are being sold at discounted prices. Buy 2 Lilies for only Php 700 (that's Php 60 off), or buy 3 Lilies for only Php 900 (that's a huge Php 240 discount). 

Get to know more about Lily of the Valley!

Visit their website, like their Facebook page, follow them on Twitter and Instagram!

Feeling Good and Looking Good Start with Velvet Rose Lingerie Shapewear and Intimates.

Finding the perfect undergarments is just as important as finding that IT dress, skin tone- flattering pair of nude high heels, or figure- forming jeans. You cannot hide on the outside what doesn’t feel good on the inside- when those muffin tops keep on bulging or your brassiere is nowhere near supportive, you’ll feel uneasy and uncomfortable and surely, it will show!

This is what Velvet Rose Lingerie believes in - that feeling good and looking good starts from the inside And that's why the brand commits to offering only the highest quality, stylish shapewear and intimate wear backed up with innovative technologies and made with superior fabric and material that feel oh-so-comfy. It’s time you get the right support you need!

Shape Perfection Control Body Suit in Black.

Shape Perfection Control Body Suit in Nude.

Their Shape Perfection series beautifully enhances curves, hides bulges, and slims down the figure without compromising comfort. Superior fabric and stay-put seamless technology allows free and easy movement.

Highlights Collection in Hot Pink.

Highlights Collection in Minty Mint.

Their Intimate Wear line, on the other hand, boast of ultra soft, high quality intimates that provide the body with the right support. Their brassieres are made with the softest foam pads that feel just like skin, while their underwear range is engineered to feel smooth and invisible once worn. Not only that, they come in this season’s trendiest styles and colors.

About Velvet Rose Lingerie
In 2003, Velvet Rose Lingerie has first opened its doors to the public at Robinson’s Galleria. It is a concept store that houses various intimate pieces from underwear, brassiere, hosiery, lingerie, swimwear, sleepwear to bedroom novelty items. The demand for the brand’s wide variety of selections has prompted them to open more stores across the metro. Currently, Velvet Rose Lingerie has three stores in Metro Manila (Shangri-La Plaza, Robinson’s Galleria, and SM Mall of Asia) and one in Davao, (Chimes Mall) which marked the brand’s first out-of-Manila expansion. In 2008, the brand has forayed into the online shopping world to cater to more women, as well as to make shopping easier for their loyal patrons. Ten successful years into the lingerie and intimates industry, Velvet Rose Lingerie still continues to delight women of all ages with its up-to-date, stylish, high quality, reliable intimates that make you feel genuinely confident and beautiful from the inside out.

For more information, please visit Velvet Rose Lingerie’s Facebook fan page (http://www.facebook.com/VRLOfficial) and Twitter account (https://twitter.com/VRLingerie). Please follow us on Instagram (velvetroselingerie) and visit our official website for our complete product listing and for purchases. (http://www.velvetrose-lingerie.com)