Do Thin Girls Need Shapewear?
September 23, 2010
I received an email of this photo of Kate Moss from Denise, a treasured reader of my blog, along with her comment that it looks like even models could use an Underwearing makeover. Boy is she right!
Clearly, a strapless bra is in order on Kate. But, you can kind of forgive her for this omission since no model ever seems to wear a bra on runways or even out in public. But the bigger shocker here is her obvious spare tire. I’m secretly jumping for joy to learn she is mortal and has one like the rest of us. But, I digress….
Here’s the point I want to make – Everyone can use shapewear from time to time. You might be surprised to learn that HerRoom gets many email inquires from thin women asking why certain shapewear pieces on our site only start at size Medium. Yes, several shapewear manufacturers make the assumption that small women don’t need it (all, by the way, run by men). But they are wrong.
Small, thin women can show bumps and lumps just like the rest of us, whether it be a panty line or a little tummy. Now, do they need firm control shapewear? Probably not. There are great light and medium control shapewear pieces that can be worn to smooth you out and pull it in a little. For example, Spanx came out with their Skinny Britches shapewear that comes in a rainbow of colors, has light control and no edges that will show. And Body Wrap makes a collection of shapewear called Lites that has light to medium control and is comfortable to wear all day while keeping you smooth.
So Kate, get thee in some shapewear! And thank you Denise for your email.
Find shapewear for all body types at HerRoom in these departments:
Shapewear
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Project Runway Winner – What’s She Underwearing?
November 10, 2008
This month, Leanne Marshall was the Project Runway Winner with her fabulous collection inspired by water elements such as waves, bubbles, soft colors and transparent elements. As is usually the case, models wear these designs without any undergarments to allow for quick changes and eliminate the chance of any VPL or bra strap slip. We, however, need to wear undergarments. So, here’s my pick for what we should be underwearing with this winning design by Marshall.
I picked this bra by LZ because it’s the perfect bra for a woman who wants support, but also wants to wear plunging and/or open necklines. It’s a great choice when your only other option would be to go braless.
This Spanx slimmer piece was picked for several reasons. White pants are one of the biggest lingerie challenges because almost anything can be seen through them. This Spanx piece comes up as high on the waist as these high waisted pants. This eliminates any extraneous horizontal panty lines. The control guarantees a smooth line from high-waist to calves, the cotton crotch makes wearing a panty optional, and the leg band gives you a bare foot look that is preferrable when wearing sandals.
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The New Spanx Bra – Bra-llelujah 216 – Is it really a Halleluhah?
March 03, 2008
With great fanfare, the highly anticipated Spanx Bra-lleluhah Bra style 216 launched this January. Three years in the making, this Spanx bra claims to be "So comfortable… You’ll forget you have it on!."
So what’s so different about this bra? Unlike other lingerie manufacturers, Spanx approached its 
design more from a shapewear and hosiery perspective. The bra is fashioned out of a unique hosiery fabric. Spanx claims it conforms to your body like a second skin, and thus reduces any visible bra lines under your form-fitting tops. The straps have no hardware adjustments. Instead, the unique hosiery fabric naturally adjusts the shoulder straps to the appropriate length for you. And, a new technique claims the underwires are contained differently so that no wires will peek or pop out. This new bra concept is also patent-pending.
Given this bra has the Spanx name behind it, many would predict opening sales would be brisk… and they were. So good in fact that Spanx is now saying they’re sold out and will not have more inventory until August of 2008! This is a good sign, but does it put to rest the initial cautions being voiced before its launch?
Here were the pre-launch concerns with the Spanx bra. The shoulder straps are unusual in that they’re not adjustable. These non-adjustable straps could be probl
ematic for petite and tall women who need strap adjustability. Also, as this bra is worn over time, will these straps stretch out of shape? This Spanx bra is a front closure bra. Hence, it has no band adjustability – unlike the traditional 3-position hook and eye back closure. Again, as this bra is worn, will it have a shorter life-span because the back has stretched out? Finally, it appears this bra is really designed for an average height woman who has neither a broad nor narrow back, because anything other than normal can not be adjusted for in the band length.
So far, the reviews at HerRoom.com have been mostly raves. 38B and 34C sizes have given it 5 Star reviews:
"Loved 
the Bra. I do wish that they offered bigger cup sizes in the smaller sized bras. ie: 34 D/DD or 36 D/DD"
"I love this bra. It is the most comfortable bra I have owned. I hardly know I have it on!"
However, a peek at early returns is showing a trend. There is a higher return rate in D cups. Perhaps these recent review explains why:
"Did not like this at all! I am probably a 32D-32DD and although the band is big enough around (maybe even a little too big), the cups are too small!" 32D
"It is not comfortable, does not fit well and is almost no support at all." 38D
"This bra is extremely comfortable, and perfect for under T-shirt and fitted tops. The drawback is that you cannot adjust the straps and it does not offer a lot of support. I would not recommend this bra to anyone who requires larger than a C-cup due to the lack of support. If you have smaller breasts and want a smooth line under your clothes, this would be perfect for you." 34D
Bottom line: the Spanx Bra-lleluhah bra is so far, quite popular. However, if you’re a full D cup, or you’re out of the norm in terms of height, just understand that this bra may not be the best choice for you. Hallelujah!
Spanx Sighting Update! As rumors spread that Carly Smithson, a top American Idol contestant, was pregnant, she confessed to wearing Spanx for her performance in an effort to show that no, she isn’t pregnant. She did look unusually trim and got knowing looks from American Idol judge, Paula Abdul at her mention of Spanx. And by the way, Carly really isn’t pregnant.
Find Spanx lingerie at HerRoom in these departments:
Bras
Panties
Slips
Shapewear
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