Magic Underwear...the latest!
Tuesday 11 December 2007
Something you'll be pleased to know - celebs owe their A-list party dress looks to one fabulous supporting star - clever underwear!
If you've bought the perfect party dress and want to look amazing but have a few lumps and bumps to iron out here's our tips on what to wear underneath.
The Supporting Cast
Strapless
Bigger-busted women like Tess Daly can still achieve a fabulous cleavage in a strapless dress with the help of a strapless balcony bra. It will give you full support while you’re burning up the dance floor, and will also give you a glamorous, ‘push-up’ look.
Top tip:
Look for strapless bras with rubber on the inside, which grips your skin tightly – that way you don’t have to keep hoisting it up!
We love:
Balcony multiway bra Marks & Spencer – £16. Stocklist: 0845 302 1234
Corset
A corset can create or perfect an already hourglass figure.
Top tip:
When buying a corset, make sure you chose the right one for the event you are going to. A boned corset looks great and is practical in a sheer fabric – but it might not be very comfortable for a sit-down do! Choose a fabric one that will hold you in but stay flexible so it can be worn all evening.
We love:
Black corset from Figleaves – £38 www.figleaves.com
Tummy tuck tights
If you’re reluctant to reveal your legs, try tights with a control panel. Not only do they hold in your tummy, but they also get rid of unwanted VPL.
Top tip:
For ultimate support, don’t be put off if the tights feel a bit snug the first time you wear them. Opting for a larger size can mean the control panel is too big and therefore useless.
We love:
Trinny and Susannah Magic Shaping Tight - £25. Stocklist: 0845 603 2632
Backless
Hold on to your modesty in a backless dress like Eva Mendes with a stick-on bra. Simply peel off the tape and stick each cup down separately. When you’ve comfortably positioned them, join the cups with the clasp in the middle for a secure hold all evening.
Top tip:
For extra hold, apply fashion tape between the bra and your dress so both fabrics are stuck together, preventing the dress from revealing your cunning cheat.
We love:
No Bra Primark £4. Stocklist: 01189 606 300
Fashion Tape
For smaller busts like Nicole’s you can’t go wrong with some cleverly positioned fashion tape to hoist you up and create a cleavage.
Top tip:
For better hold, stick the tape to yourself and then to your clothes. Be sure to do a test run at home that includes lots of movement to avoid any mishaps on the night. The tape comes in pre-cut strips that are slightly curved to mould around your bosom.
We love:
Hollywood Fashion Tape – £4.95. www.Hqhair.com.
You'll also find similar fashion tape in Boots and other major department stores.