Runway Report - Trends in Swimwear: What's Hot and What's Not

By Heather Green

Gone is the barely there monokini and bathing suits that leave little to the imagination! We've all seen the suits on television and in magazines that make us want to run and hide in a t-shirt and shorts. But swimsuits have become more of a less terrifying trend this year especially for women with trouble areas. Whether it's small busts or the tummy that won't shrink, this seasons fads are fabulous for one and all!

The modern interpretation of the 50's inspired swimsuit to the stars is red hot and screams Hollywood. Think Marilyn Monroe or Betty Grable – high-waisted bottoms and halter tops. A great suit for most body types, especially if you are lacking curves. 

Cosmopolitan Fashion: Swimwear - Fashion Week 2012

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Color blocking is another must-have stye of suit this season. Swimsuits in purples, blues and yellow hues are taking over the runways and beaches around the world. The new trend of unmatched colored tops and bottoms are eye catching and offer a larger variety of styles to choose from.

Sonia Vera Swimwear Show during Merecedes Benz Fashion Week, 2012 

photography by: Frazer Harrison

The Bandeau bathing suit is at the top of the most popular list. A flashback from the seventies, the bandeau is the new string bikini and is set to stick around for a long time! For those blessed with a little less up top, the bandeau tends to enhance the chest without padding or bulky liners.

 

Cosmopolitan Fashion: Swimwear - Fashion Week 2012

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Last, but not least, the one piece (believe it or not!) is one of the "it" suits for summer. Modest, yet modern, the one piece is rockin' metallics and vibrant colors. Great news for ALL body types! Rouching (or gathered fabric) in “trouble” areas, either tummy or chest, is hot when it comes to the one piece this year, making it safe for everyone to swim once again!

PR: "Fit Your Apples" Lingerie Trunk Show & Bra Fitting

Eve’s Apple Lingerie Fits YOUR Apples!

Southern Pines, NC (05/31/2012) – On Tuesday June 12^th, come join Eve from Eve’s Apples Lingerie as she helps you fit your Apples. Eve, who is a renowned Bra Expert, specializing in small and petite busts, will be holding a lingerie trunk show, showing off the latest designers she has in stock; as well as helping you to find the right size bra for your body type.  The event starts at 6 pm and will be held at Betsy’s Crepes located at 127 Broad St. inDowntown Southern Pines, North Carolina.

The cost of the event is free but donations can be made, as a percentage of donations will go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.  The event will include a custom Bra Fitting, Lingerie Trunk Show, talk about Bra Fitting and Styles that are best for your body type, as well as much more. There will even be prizes with the grand prize being a Free Bra! 

If you are interested in attending this one-of-a-kind event, or even just want to get together with your girl friends for a night of scandalous fun, contact Eve at 910-693-9957 as space is limited. 

We hope to see all of you there!
 

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About Eve’s Apples Lingerie
Founded in 2007 as a lingerie blog highlighting finds for small busts, Eve’s Apples Lingerie has evolved into a full-service online lingerie boutique. Specializing in luxurious styles for petite and small bra sizes, Eve’s Apples Lingerie carries hard-to-find sizes like AA cups and small bands for larger cup bras; available sizes include: 28AA-38AA, 28A-38A, 28B-38B, 30-34C and 30-32D. In addition to offering flattering fashions from top lingerie designers, including onGOSSAMER, Timpa, The Little Bra Company, Panache, Eberjey, Wacoal and Cosabella, EvesApplesLingerie.com features an online “Custom Bra Consultation” providing 1 – 5 pages of information, including bra size and answers to bra issues based upon body type, bra problems and measurements (www.evesappleslingerie.com/online-bra-consultation). For more information, email eve@evesappleslingerie.com or visit EvesApplesLingerie.com.

One-of-a-Kind Online Bra Fitting

Exclusively brought to you by Eve's Apples Lingerie!

Never Seen Before “Custom Bra Consultation” for Women with Immediate Results

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (April 10, 2012) – Did you know most petite and small-busted women can’t get a bra size by using the traditional bra measuring system? According to “Eve” of Eve’s Apples Lingerie – The Small Bra Specialists, traditional bra fitting systems don’t work for women with smaller breasts.

“Most bra-measurement systems don’t take into account breast shape, tissue, and placement on the chest,” says Eve. “So women with petite and small breasts often guess their bra size and end up wearing ill-fitting bras with cups that are too small and bands that are too big.”

“Custom Bra Consultation”

The Custom Bra Consultation (www.evesappleslingerie.com/online-bra-consultation) is a direct result of Eve’s Apples’ “Size Up the Web” Campaign, launched in 2011 to help petite-busted women find their true bra size. “The response was overwhelming,” says Eve. “Within a couple of months, I couldn’t keep up with the countless requests for bra fittings.”

The answer? To create an online system that takes the specialized methods that Eve does during her personalized, online fittings (individual breast measurements, breast placement, breast tissue and bra issues) and give these customized responses it to as many women as possible.

The result? A FREE, online bra fitting tool that provides a 1 – 5 page report that is customized for each woman that fills out the form.

“I wish I had my custom bra consultation growing up.” says Eve. “It takes the guess work out of finding a bra size. And it helps women understand why they’ve been having specific issues with getting a good fit all these years.”

The Issue

Using the old system of measuring the band and cup sizes then adding four or five inches doesn’t work on petites and small busted women. A small busted woman could be a 32C but could come up with a negative cup size with the old system. It simply doesn’t work.

Why A Free Bra Consultation

Gayvin Powers, aka: Eve, spent years compiling bra fitting information on petite and small busted women. Instead of profiting by selling this information, she’s offering the personalized information to help empower women.

“Too often I’ve spoken to women crying on the phone over their low self-esteem associated with their bra size,” says Eve. “Many women have bought into the perception that only large breasts are beautiful. Women’s and society’s perception of women and their bodies need to improve. It’s my hope that providing the Custom Bra Consultation will help empower women and they’ll be more accepting of their bodies.”

Customer Feedback

Upon receipt of the immediate results, women are often surprised to discover that the best fitting bras feature larger cups and smaller bands than they’ve worn all their lives. Of her bra-fitting experience with Eve’s Apples’ Custom Bra Consultation, one customer replied:

“I had no idea I should be wearing a 32C! I've been wearing a 36B (believed I actually was a 36A!!) since high school."

Regarding the online process, she writes, “The online consultation benefit is the BEST. For years, I've been planning to go to some high-end department store to be fitted and to learn my true bra size. With a job, two kids, and the chaos of life in general, I've just never found the time -- and quite honestly, I've felt a little silly and self-conscious about bearing my tiny little apples!”

Benefits

Expanding upon their commitment to help small-busted women feel as alluring as their busty counterparts, Eve’s Apples Lingerie believes the Custom Bra Consultation will achieve positive results, including:

• Providing personalized and immediate results for FREE
• Increasing the number of women who get fitted professionally by offering an at-home solution
• Empowering women to understand and appreciate their bodies
• Help women shop for their correct bra size

By lending her personal expertise to the bra fitting process, Eve is taking great strides towards making Eve’s Apples Lingerie the most personalized, intimate lingerie shopping experience for women available. She is currently developing her own brand for petite and small-busted women, be sure to look for it in 2013.

For now, women can take advantage of Eve’s personal consultation at: www.evesappleslingerie.com/online-bra-consultation

Lingerie Inner and Outerwear: Get Kate Winslet's Look

We know, Kate Winslet is just so darling. She was our Eve of the Month a few years back and is simply lovely in the Harper's Bazaare Magazine's November issue, 2011.

GET KATE'S LOOK!

Lingerie as Inner & Outer Wear - 1:
Pair a basic smooth cup bra (such as the Wacoal T-Back Bra or onGossamer Front Close J-Hook Bra) in black under a lacy top. The results are incredibly sexy.


Lingerie as Inner & Outer Wear - 2:
Try a black lace bra layered (such as Natori Sheer Lace Feathers Bra or Hanky Panky Signature Crossover Lace Bralette) under a sheer black top. It's the opposite of option one, is more understated but just as sexy.


Lingerie as Inner & Outer Wear - 3:
To create an alluring look with added cleavage, try The Little Bra Company Lucia Plunge Cleavage Bra.


For a sexier look, it's as easy as playing around in your closet or adding a few functional pieces that can take you from inner to outer wear.

XO,

~ Eve

Valentine's Day Treat for Customers

Happy Valentine's Day, Lingeristas!

"Roses are Red, Your cheeks are too. You'll be loving, A free panty for you!"

At Eve's Apples Lingerie Boutique, we're sending a FREE PANTY with PURCHASE. Today only!


Happy Heart Day! XO, ~ Eve

www.evesappleslingerie.com

New Natori Bra Arrives!

Have you seen this sexy day and evening Natori Feathers Plunge Cleavage Bra ($64)? It just arrived at the Eve's Apples online store and fits like a dream!

The Quotable Lingerista: Mae West ~ Part 2

Self-described as a woman of "few words" and more "action," Mae West one can't help but think of her self-confidence on the silver screen and her double entendres. Mae West was definitely a Lingerista before her time. If she wore small bras, like a lot of our other Lingeristas, I can only imagine the witty remarks she would have said!

“When I’m good, I’m very good. When I’m bad, I’m better.” ~Mae West

"A man's kiss is his signature." ~ Mae West

"Anything worth doing is worth doing slowly." ~ Mae West

Here's to you, Miss Mae, and your humorous pearls of wisdom.

Giving Thanks, Lingerista~style

As I was walking away from the pool yesterday, I saw the cutest elderly couple walking arm and arm. It reminded me that the simplest of actions and moments can be the most profound. I was taken aback for a moment, as I realized that them walking arm and arm was probably something that they'd done together for decades. I had to say something to them, they were really too cute for words. They simply laughed and blushed that I thought they were so adorable.

(Photo of my grandparents who were married on Thanksgiving)

For me, there was something more in seeing them. There was a beauty in seeing them, in their elderly state. Gone was their youthful sex appeal, and instead there was a radiance that came from a deeper love.

Instantly, I was grateful to see a love that was such a comfort for them. Their initial fire and attraction was replaced with a slow, consistent burn that kept took them through decades of life together. I was thankful to watch them, still "in love," walking arm in arm. I pass my moment along to all of you for Thanksgiving. My wish for all of you is to have love on Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!

XO,

~ Eve

Thanksgiving, Black Friday & Cyber Monday Promotion

At Eve's Apples Lingerie, The Small Bra Specialists!

We're giving thanks to our devoted customers and readers! Enjoy one free Chantelle Bra with bra purchase. No code necessary. While supplies last. Limit one bra per customer.

Happy Thanksgiving, my dear, Lingeristas!

www.evesappleslingerie.com

Lingerie By Personality

Know, first, who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly. ~Epictetus

Are you Flirty, Romantic, Sophisticated, Sporty, Natural, Sexy, or a combination? Look at our inspiration images below to help you find out!




Or are you looking for someone else? Don't know what she'd like? But you know her personality or style. Shop with our online gift finder. Answer four simple questions! It's that easy! To find gifts and small bras, go to Eve's Apples Gift Finder.
I wonder if Epictetus had lingerie in mind when he pondered the quote. What do you think?

Death of Yellow Polka Dot Bikini

"Lee Pockriss, who wrote novelty pop hits such as 'Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini' for an eager, youthful post-World War II generation, has died in Connecticut after a long illness. He was 87. His wife, Sonja Pockriss, confirmed his death. She says he died at home in Bridgewater on Monday.

ITSY BITSY TEENIE WEENIE YELLOW POLKA DOT BIKINI SONG & VIDEO:

In a 2006 interview, Pockriss' songwriting partner Paul Vance called, 'Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini' - about a shy young woman in a skimpy bathing suit - a "money machine." The novelty song, co-written with Vance, was first released in 1960 by Brian Hyland and rose to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 that year...."

For the complete post, click on Lee Pockriss, "Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Writer, Dies at 87."

Thank you to Billboard.com for providing us with this post!

Twilight Wedding Lingerie

To celebrate the new release of Breaking Dawn, the final film in the Twilight saga, tomorrow, we're bringing highlights to you on how you can achieve get the look with lingerie.



We were blown away by the Twilight inspired wedding photography in The Bridal Guide's post and photos, whose images are in this post. Thank you, Bridal Guide, for today's inspiration!

How do you achieve a sexy, seamless look while wearing a backless dress? The model below is pulling off a backless dress, and so can you! Try PureStyleGirlfriend's Gather-the-Girls adhesive push up bra, $44. It's backless, comfortable, adds a cup size and can be worn several times.



And they lived "Happily Ever After"...or did they? Breaking Dawn breaks out in theaters tomorrow!


BREAKING DAWN TRAILER ~ Part 1:

Movie Trailers - Movies Blog

The real Bella, Kristen Stewart, and Edward, Robert Pattison, for the Twilight Series.

Get Kristen Stewart's look (above)! The Wacoal T-Back Lace Bra, $48, (below) is a perfect small bra that gives a smooth look and fullness under a t-shirt. Who knows, you may have a vampire at your door if you do....

Thank you to The Bridal Guide, whose stunning Twilight images, inspired this post! For The Bridal Guide's complete post and more amazing wedding photos, click on Breaking Dawn Wedding Inspiration.

Do you like all of the details that went into the photoshoot? Creative work for The Bridal Guide Post Credited to...

Seregirus Bruce Photography: http://www.segeriusbruceblog.com/
Want That Wedding: http://www.wantthatwedding.co.uk/
Elle Stationary: http://www.facebook.com/ElleStationery

9 Rules for Washing Your Bra

Emma Gray from The Huffington Post has some great tips on washing your bras! Ladies, I looked over their tips and heartily agree with her on these tips.

"It's an unparalleled relationship. You're supported, consistently, each and every day. You've probably been going steady for years, and you never have to make those oh-so-awkward parental introductions. Yes readers, we're obviously talking about the tried-and-true commitment that exists between you and your bra.

The average woman owns nine bras but only wears six of them regularly. When you compare those statistics to the number of other outfit essentials you own, it becomes clear that extending the longevity of your lingerie is probably a good idea -- especially as those undergarments can get quite pricey. Redbook Magazine reports that that women spend around 16 billion on bras each year, worldwide.

In an effort to help you increase the longevity of your lingerie, we spoke to a few experts who helped us put together a list of nine hard and fast rules to follow when it comes to bra care...."

9 Tips to Washing Your Bra:

1. Wash Them Often...Enough
2. Hand Wash Your Bras...If Possible
3. Always Use Gentle Cycle
4. Clasp Your Bras Before Washing
5. Take Advantage of Laundry Bags
6. Stay Away from Bleach
7. Don't Mix Your Whites & Colors
8. Keep Your Loads Light
9. Always Hang Dry
   

For more detailed information on the tips, click on 9 Rules for Washing Your Bras: What Your Lingerie Needs from You.

A special thanks to Emma Gray and The Huffington Post for this post!