Color can express thing words can’t always say. In fact, color can truly be another form of non-verbal communication. It is dynamic and the meaning of colors can change from one day to the next with any individual. The meaning of colors can vary depending on particular cultures and circumstances. Each color has many aspects to it but you can easily learn the language of color and use it as you select the ensembles for your next special date night with your partner.

This spring and summer pastel colors will be all the rage. Let’s take a look at a few color meanings (that can be applied to both pastel and classic colors) and how they might affect your lingerie choices this season.

Midnight Oasis Satin and Lace Cami Set, Escante

Blue – The color blue represents trust, honesty and loyalty. It is sincere, reserved and quiet, but still very unique. It makes an ideal linger choice as the color blue exhibits an inner security and confidence. A blue classic babydoll or chemise would be an ideal choice for your next cozy night in.

Shimmery Lace Plus Size Chemise, Shirley of Hollywood

Green – Green is the color of balance and harmony. From a color psychology perspective, it is the great balancer of the heart and the emotions, creating equilibrium between the head and the heart. This makes it an excellent choice for lingerie as it can create a harmonious and balanced feeling in the bedroom. If you’re in a green mode, consider a cute corset or long gown if you’re in a more romantic mood.

DreamGirl Red Babydoll

Red is an exceptionally popular lingerie color and should in no way be reserved strictly for Valentine’s Day or Christmas. Color experts agree that red lingerie denotes a passionate, dramatic and driven woman who is not afraid to ask for what she wants. Red is the color of passion, so if you’re feeling particularly excited and frisky, try a sexy red teddy or babydoll to illustrate your mood.

If you feel like adding some fun to your lingerie collection, consider a piece that features fringe. Fringe is a great accent for lingerie because it’s a soft, sensual and wonderfully fun element to add to the bedroom. Whether you choose a little or a lot, a lingerie ensemble featuring fringe adds a hint of flirty fun to an already exciting evening.

Halter Fringe Babydoll, Dreamgirl Lingerie

Red, sheer and super-sexy, the Halter Fringe Babydoll, from Dreamgirl Lingerie  will be a fabulous addition to your lingerie rotation. With its fun and playful design, this halter fringe babydoll will have your special someone begging for more. Featuring a full fringe design, there’s also cute bow details on the babydoll as well as a back tie closure. A matching open-crotch bow G-string is included if you’re feeling particularly feisty.

Flapper Fringe Teddy, Shirley of Hollywood

Featuring an almost vintage appeal, the Flapper Fringe Teddy by Shirley of Hollywood is the perfect combination of sensuality, glamor and fun. You’ll be transformed into a sexy throwback flapper in this naughty number that features a super flattering halter style top, rows of sexy eye-catching fringe, and an attached satin panty. You’re sure to have hearts racing when you wear this tantalizing teddy, and you can get it in sexy black or classic white!

Sequin Fringe Bandeau Set, Dreamgirl Lingerie

You’re in for an exciting evening when wearing the Sequin Fringe Bandeau Set, from Dreamgirl Lingerie. Add a playful element to your next romantic encounter with this sensual stretch lace and sequin fringe bandeau and thong. Also included is a matching sheer veil and novelty gold wrist restraints for a little added erotic fun!

Today we’re lucky to have such a diverse choice of fabrics when it comes to selecting lingerie. We know it’s important to feel confident when wearing lingerie and it’s a much easier task when you actually feel great in whatever ensemble you choose. In other words, the feel of a fabric is just as important as the look. After all, you want it to feel good on your skin and in the case of lingerie for bedtime you want it to feel good to your partner too!

Mary Green Marzipan Gown

Silk remains popular as one of the most comfortable and pleasing fabrics for lingerie and has the unique feature of being cool when first touched but warming quickly with your body heat. Silk is never scratchy or irritating to the skin and it’s near impossible to not great when you wear it. Though garments made of silk can be very expensive, it is well worth the money not only for the way it feels but also because it is very durable and long lasting.

Mystique Intimates Desiree Chemise

Coming in second is satin, which is very similar to silk but is a synthetic material. The easiest way to tell the difference with the natural eye is that satin is shinier while silk tends to have a matte or flat finish. Satin is one of the most popular fabrics used for lingerie because while it has the look of silk it is very inexpensive and makes beautiful lingerie more affordable.

Chandelier Kimono, Dreamgirl Lingerie

Another very popular choice for lingerie is the use of synthetic blends which are also extremely comfortable and nice to the touch. Some of the many blends are rayon, cotton, Latex for elasticity, and other blends that make pieces soft and comfortable. Another great benefit to synthetics is that they guard against excessive moisture which can cause irritation to the skin, especially if you’re wearing them beneath everyday clothes.

We recently discussed the tanga panty in great detail, but there is  a huge variety of popular panties that provide varying amounts of coverage. With so many varieties of panties to choose from, sometimes it can be overwhelming to pick out the right pair for you and your fashion personality. Here we’ll take a look at some of the most popular panty selections in today’s lingerie market. So whether you’re going for sassy and sexy, or more practical and subdued, you’re sure to find the perfect panty for you.

Wacoal b.tempt'd Lace Kiss Bikini

Bikini briefs are a classic piece of lingerie that flatters a woman’s body. The higher cut at the thighs makes your legs look a little longer and leaner, which is an added bonus. Brief underwear ranges from high waisted to extra low-rise, with just enough bottom coverage. Briefs are both modest and feminine for the perfect everyday look. They also come in a variety of colors, fabrics and styles, making it easy to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Cheeky Boyshorts, Dreamgirl Lingerie

Boyshorts are a fun and flirty underwear style with a little extra coverage! You’ll love boyshorts for their modern styling and comfortable fit. Essentially, boyshorts are a girly version of boxer briefs. This low-leg style combines a fun, modern look with comfortable coverage. If you want a flirty panty that won’t leave you feeling overexposed, boyshorts are the way to go. Boyshorts are also known as “shorties” or “tap pants”, so if you see those terms, know they’re basically the same thing.

Sawren Sistine Thong

Eye catching and functional, thong underwear is now a mainstay in most women’s lingerie drawers. Formerly the domain of exotic dancers, sexy thongs are now the lingerie of choice for women of all ages because there’s nothing better than a no show thong under tight-fitting skirts. Thongs are a type of women’s underwear that rides high on the hips while leaving her derriere completely exposed. Nothing says sexy lingerie quite like a thong.

Everyone knows of the thong panty, but another style that is growing in popularity is the tanga bottom which is a modified version of the thong. Thong bikini bottoms are cut very low in the front and have only a thin strip of elastic material running between the cheeks in the rear. If you’ve ever heard of a floss bikini, that’s a popular nickname for a thong.

Tanga bikinis are very sexy modifications and are a little more conservative than a classic thong. The front of the bottom piece is a small triangle attached to the back piece by strings or side ties or thin piece of Spandex. The back piece is a very small triangle that provides approximately two to three more inches of coverage than a thong. These bottoms are great sexy alternative and can give the appearance of a shapelier bottom, which in most cases is an asset!

Wacoal Embrace Lace Tanga

Let the lace embrace you in the Wacoal Embrace Lace Tanga Panty. The sheer mesh lace panty boasts delicate floral embroidery around leg openings and throughout body of panty. Delightful scalloped edges are sweet and sexy, and the gentle elastic waistband is comfortable and lies flat. The tanga styling offers mid-rise coverage in front and a “cheeky” moderate coverage in back.

Chantelle Africa Thong Tanga

The Chantelle Africa Thong Tanga features an exotic, elegant appeal. The Africa Tanga from Chantelle has a front tulle panel that is embellished with beautiful African sunburst motif embroidery, while the back has keyhole detail and smaller accents of embroidered tulle.

Sawren Lingerie Anais Tanga

Imported from Europe, you’ll love the delightfully sexy Sawren Lingerie Anais Tanga. Gorgeous satiny fabric envelops your waist and hips in the most seductive ways. The rauched waist offers a little flair and texture, while the sheer lace front panel leaves just enough to the imagination.

Wacoal Sports Bra

If you’ve had a long standing fitness routine or are just starting out with your work out goals, you’ll definitely be in need of a high-quality sports bra. At first you may not put finding the right sports bra high on the priority list for your fitness regimen, but if you’ve ever worn the wrong one you’ve experienced the drawbacks firsthand (chafing, squeezing, sagging, digging and general discomfort) then you know quite well how important this purchase is. Use these tips to choose the right sports bra and you’ll have one less thing to worry about during your workout.

Wacoal Sport Bra

Fit:

• If you see any part of your breasts coming out around the underarm or neckline, that’s a sign the cup is too small.
• A bra cup that sags or is wrinkled indicates you’ve gone too big.
• Make sure the bra you choose sits down in both the front and the back.

Support:

• Consider your activity: High impact activities like running will require more support than activities like yoga or stretching.
• Breasts should look supported and sit centered on your chest when wearing a properly fitting sport bra.
• Remember, breasts move in all directions — up and down, side to side. You’ll need more support for fuller figures and higher impact activities.
• Look for a sports bra that encapsulates the entire breast, yet offers enough compression to prevent too much bouncing.
• If you’re pregnant or nursing, look for comfortable, seamless bras to avoid chafing if your breasts are sensitive.

Moving Comfort Sports Bra

Comfort

• The key to comfort is in the shoulder straps. Make sure they stay in place when you move around and don’t dig into your shoulders.
• Look for bras with adjustable straps so you can get the perfect fit.
• Choose a sports bra made of sweat-wicking fabric rather than cotton. These fabrics will keep your skin dry so there’s less chafing and irritation.
• For maternity or nursing bras look for wider, padded shoulder straps to disperse the weight more evenly and adjustable straps so you can adjust your bra throughout your pregnancy.

This year we’ve seen all kinds of  new styles, colors and textures when it comes to lingerie. Sure you’ve got your favorite standbys, but this season make sure to add some new pieces this year that incorporate some of the hottest design trends.

Floral Beauty V-Plunge Corset and G-String, Fantasy Lingerie

Floral
If you’re going for a less sparkly look, floral patterns make a stunning choice and are very popular this season. Particularly, black floral patterns and southern flora styles are sexy trends that experts are seeing. Look for sets with feminine accents like lace, ribbon, bows, and ruffles to polish the style.

Heat up the night in this incredible V-Plunge corset and G-string set from Fantasy Lingerie. This hot and sexy set includes a corset with a deeply plunging v-style neckline, ruffled lace accents that are complimented by a stunning black floral pattern and a sexy matching G-string.

Plus Size Polka Dot and Net Paneled Chemise, Shirley of Hollywood

Polka Dots
Polka dots and lingerie go hand in hand this season. Show your cute side with bras, teddies, babydolls, and corsets in bright polka dot patterns. For a sexy look that is less wild, try polka dots in black or white.

Sequin Bra Top and Booty Short Set, Shirley

Sequins
This year lingerie is all about fashion, glitz and glamour. Sequins add a touch of sparkly fun and bling to any situation.

A hot sequin set is the Sequin Bra Top and Booty Short Set. With colorful sequins that are hand-sewn, this set is just fabulous. The triangle top ties around the neck and is finished with a satin ribbon bow.

Summer means warm weather and slinkier fashions. If you’re going to be flaunting some backless, halter or strapless looks this season, a convertible bra is a must-have for you! The great thing about convertible bras is that they can be worn not only as a tradition two-strap style, but also in many other ways, depending on the designer. Because they’re so versatile and can be worn under so many types of ensembles, the convertible bra is a very important piece to any woman’s lingerie wardrobe. There are a wide range of convertible bras available to women today – from regular straps, to halter, to strapless, backless, and well beyond!

Wacoal Soft & Seductive Underwire Convertible Push-up Bra

Change it up with the Wacoal Soft and Seductive Underwire Push Up Convertible Bra. Silky, smooth fabric disappears under clothing, while the underwire cups have natural feeling push up pad. This bra has a seductive open neckline and works well under myriad styles of tops. Two sets of adjustable straps – one clear one matching – offer a variety of wardrobe options, including criss-cross, kicked-in and halter.

Amoena Lea Molded Foam Underwire Convertible Bra

The Amoena Lea Molded Foam Underwire Convertible Bra is an extraordinarily beautiful pocketed bra. Molded, contour, underwire cups provide gentle shape and support, and the light foam padding is seamless for a smooth and modest appearance. The stretch mesh lining in the cups forms a pocket ideal for breast forms or removable inserts. The wide center gore holds breasts in place, while side seams feature light boning for additional support.  This pretty convertible straps offer three styles: halter, criss-cross and conventional. It also includes a clear plastic halter strap for added looks.

Felina Laurel Convertible Strapless Seamless Bra

The Felina Laurel Convertible Strapless Seamless Padded Bra will have you singing its praises. The silky, soft cups are made of sleek microfiber for a smooth appearance, and the underwire offers excellent support. Molded, contoured cups have heavy-graduated padding along the bottom provides gentle shaping and lift, and you’ll love the sweet satin trim edges at the top of the cups. Wings are seamless for a smooth look under clothing and the clear removable shoulder straps can be worn halter, criss-cross, conventional and strapless-style!

Women come in a variety of shapes, and luckily so does lingerie. If you have certain features you’d like to highlight, you can choose lingerie that does so beautifully. On the other hand, if there are certain areas you’d rather not draw attention to, well, lingerie can help there too. Lingerie isn’t a one-size-fits-all fashion – take these helpful tips into consideration the next time you’re lingerie shopping and you’ll find the perfect selection for your shape.

Hanky Panky Plus Size Lace Boyshort

Boy shorts – Athletic women love boy shorts, as it adds curves to their figure and draws all attention to their bottom. They’re great on their own, or can be worn with a corset or camisole.

Lace Lingerie Chemise Shirley of Hollywood

Chemise – A chemise is great for all body types as it can accentuate the chest, while hiding any imperfections in your stomach or bottom. When choosing a chemise, go with a dark color that’s slimming and sensual.

Satin Corset by Shirley of Hollywood

Corset – A corset is great for small-chested women who want to give their cleavage a little boost. They also work well to flatten the stomach and enhance the curve of the waist. When buying a corset, don’t be afraid to shop around and fine one that’s high quality.

Annie Camisole, Arianne

Sheer camisole – A cami can be a good way to help hide any extra tummy that you’re not ready to show. And here’s a bonus: many of these have a v-shaped neckline to show off your cleavage at the same time.

Molded bras – which are just bras with molded cups – feature cups that are formed around a mold in the shape of a breast, using special heat-sealing machinery. These types of bras are made of synthetic fibers and are very popular in producing a smooth and seamless look beneath a variety of clothing. Since this is a very in-demand style among women, we thought we’d take a closer look at the molded cup bra and address some frequently asked questions.

Simone Perele Caressence 3D Molded Bra

Do molded bras have padding?
No. But some manufacturers do make molded bras with very thin padding that is more like a liner – and these are usually called contour bras, which have molded cups.  A molded bra cup is also typically unlined – but, it can also be lined, depending on the brand.

Do molded-cup bras have seams?
Sometimes. A molded bra is most often seamless, but some styles can have seams in the cups, which provide extra support.

Simone Perele Velia Molded Cup Bra

What about under wires?
Yes and no. It is not typical for a molded bra to have underwire. They are usually soft cups bras, which are wire-free, but every designer is different so you may run across a molded-cup bra with underwires from time to time.

Amoena Lea Molded Foam Underwire Convertible Bra

Who can wear molded-cup bras?
Molded bras come in all sizes. There are some positive aspects, as well as some negative features of this bra style, relative to your size.

Women who wear a small cup size might like the extra shaping a molded bra cup provides – but, often a contour cup will be even more flattering.

Women who wear a large cup size may like that a molded bra offers some shaping without bulky padding. There are also many brands that make minimizer bras with molded cups, specially designed for full-figures.