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Panache Superbra Swimwear Round-Up
Read more: Panache Superbra Swimwear Round-UpHello Ladies, Following yesterday’s preview of the newly debuted Cleo swimwear, I want to share what’s new from Panache’s trusty Superbra Swim line. Isobel Swimsuit Sizes Available: 28-40 D-K Price: $92.00 Isobel Tankini and Classic Pant Sizes Available for Top: …
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Scanners: A Retailer’s Perspective
Read more: Scanners: A Retailer’s PerspectiveHello Ladies, One of my favorite bloggers, Sweet Nothings, posted a fabulous article a couple of weeks ago entitled “What a Good Fitting Experience Should Be Like,” and in the comments section, she mentioned a retailer with the following sign:…
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Product Review: Cleo by Panache Meg
Read more: Product Review: Cleo by Panache MegHello Ladies, Cleo by Panache is known for their fun, fashion-forward, and wallet-friendly designs for the D-J woman, and each season, I’m impressed with the cornucopia of new styles launching. However, after striking out with both the Lucy and the…
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Product Review: Curvy Kate Smoothie
Read more: Product Review: Curvy Kate SmoothieHello Ladies, When Curvy Kate announced they would be making a molded foam cup bra, especially one available up to a J cup in select band sizes, the lingerie world and blogosphere erupted in a frenzy of excitement. Anyone who…
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Product Review: Freya Gem
Read more: Product Review: Freya GemHello Ladies, Longtime readers of our blog will know that I adore Freya bras because they fit my body perfectly, wear well, and provide all day comfort. In fact, I never worry if a Freya bra will fit me because…
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Product Review: Cleo by Panache Marcie
Read more: Product Review: Cleo by Panache MarcieHello Ladies, After reading reviews about the new Marcie from Cleo by Panache on Invest in your Chest, Sweet Nothings, and Undressed to Impress, I had a flare up of my lingerie lust (a chronic condition, I’m afraid) and snagged…
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Product Review: Panache Jasmine
Read more: Product Review: Panache JasmineHello Ladies, Ever since I was gifted the Panache Andorra several months ago, I’ve been vocal for my love of this style and have recommended it to nearly all of my customers. The fit, support, and quality cannot be beat,…
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We ARE Good Enough: Musings on Body Acceptance
Read more: We ARE Good Enough: Musings on Body AcceptanceHello Ladies, While incredibly rewarding, the daily operations of the store have kept me increasingly busy—so much so that my pile of unread fashion magazines was growing to epic proportions and verging on becoming a fire hazard. Over the weekend,…
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Product Review: The Perfect Cami
Read more: Product Review: The Perfect CamiHello Ladies, I often wear a lot v-neck tops or dresses, but as I like to dress conservatively, I usually need a camisole underneath for modesty. However, some of my clothes, dresses in particular, are more body-conscious so the added…
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The Sheer Trend: Do you bare?
Read more: The Sheer Trend: Do you bare?Hello Ladies, As a lover of all things fashion, I’ve seen quite a few outfits that involve a sheer or lace top worn without a protective camisole so that the bra is exposed. While some variations look effortlessly chic, I…
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Product Review: The Masquerade Rhea
Read more: Product Review: The Masquerade RheaHello Ladies, The last bra I added to my “out of the house” arsenal was the Panache Andorra which is now being worn on the tightest set of hooks, and the rest of my bra wardrobe isn’t looking much better. …
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UK vs US Bra Sizing
Read more: UK vs US Bra SizingHello Ladies, Because manufacturers employ different bra sizing systems, determining which size to buy quickly becomes challenging and confusing. Recently, I have fielded questions about how US and UK sizing differ which I hope to address with today’s blog. Fortunately,…