Do You Know What Styles Are in This Spring?

Spring is here and so are tank tops, swimsuits and skirts! If you weren’t able to attend at
the Spring ’16 runways in London, Milan, Paris and New York, don’t worry because we’ll
give you the lowdown the 5 breakout trends to be seen this season! From sexy bare
shoulders to a twist on the classic white shirt to lingerie-inspired dresses, there’s
something for everyone. The best part about these sophisticated, sexy trends is that you
will look great no matter what wearing our Instant Breast Lift and Shapers to give you full
coverage and shape! Ready to start planning your outfits?

1.    Show that shoulder
Complete your spring look with a stylish, slouchy, off-the-shoulder top. Worried about showing too much skin? Don’t be! Did you know what shoulders are known to be universally flattering.
2.    Top of the shopping list – a white shirt
Gone are the basic white shirts. In are white shirts with a wrapped waist, an asymmetrical hemline or a slashed cutout. Now that shirt you borrowed from the boys is all yours!
3.    Lingerie during the day – who would have guessed?
Can you believe that what you wear undercover is what you don’t have to cover anymore! The sexy, slinky, baby doll dresses that are gracing the runway this season are made for you to go out, not just to the boudoir.
4.    Say yes to pleats!
Those pants your mom used to put on to wear to the office are now ours to wear, and get this, they are fashionable! From standout patterns to neat clean textures, there’s a pair of pleat pants for all!
5.    Get your ruffle on
The ruffled look made a debut appearance on this seasons runways and it’s sure to become a staple in every woman’s closet in the coming months. There are several different ways you can work ruffles into your wardrobe. See a few ways here.

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Get Dressed for a Special Occasion

Do you have a special event coming up? Looking forward to dressing in a glamorous outfit you normally would not wear during the day?

Stunning dresses and tops can be difficult to pair with traditional underpinnings, but with BringitUp breast shapers, you can look perfect and stay comfortable under any outfit.


Party Dresses


Tiny sparkling party dresses are always popular. When it comes to party dresses, you should find one that you feel comfortable wearing. They do not have to be tiny and strapless. They can be as long or as short as you want. They come in nearly every color. One rule of thumb with sparkly party dresses is that you should only reveal one body part. For example, if you pick one with a plunging neckline, you should make sure that it is not too short. If you pick one that is ultra short, then the neckline should not plunge too low. A fun alternative to the plunging front is a plunging back. You could also try a fun little jumpsuit for a little more comfort and coverage.


Textured Skirts


Another popular option is a beautiful, textured skirt paired with a simple silky top. This season, skirts are available in rich fabrics, fluffy tulle, sparkling sequins, or a mix of textures. You can easily dress up a silky top with a pretty scarf or a long, necklace. No matter what you do, you should be sure that the skirt is focal point of your outfit. Pair the skirt with little booties, strappy heels, or simple ballet flats if the skirt is long. Pick a skirt that flatters your figure, makes you feel great, and is comfortable enough to last you through the long night.


Little Black Dress


The little black dress (LBD) is always appropriate for special event. But, you should avoid wearing one that you could wear to work. If it's a night for fun, so be sure that your dress is full of style and sass, With a Little Black Dress, you can accessorize as you like. Why not pair it with glimmering statement earrings or an equally gorgeous necklace. You can wear any type of shoe you like, as long as it compliments the dress. You can also have fun with hairstyles and accessories, too.


Sequin Top


Another fantastic option is a textured, sparkling top with simple bottoms. You could pair a cropped sequin top with a lovely pair of black pants or even with your favorite pair of jeans. Like the textured skirt style, the bottoms should not overpower the top. Whatever top you pick should fit your style and be attention-getting. If you are wearing a top covered in sequins, you will not need much in the way of accessories. Simple earrings and bracelet or two should do.


The key to successful dressing for special events is to have fun and feel great.

What to Wear with Sheer Clothing

Even though winter is here, sheer clothing is a trend that is not going away anytime soon. When it comes to picking an outfit for a night out or party, adding a sheer item to an outfit can add unexpected glamour. One of the most important considerations with sheer clothing is to be sure that you remain covered in the important places. This is where Bring It Up can help. Our shapers and covers are ideal for all of the holiday outfits, even if they are not sheer.


If you have a beautiful sheer dress and you want to update it for a winter event, you can always put another dress underneath it. A simple sheath dress can look beautiful under a sheer lacy dress or you could even pair a shirt dress in a contrasting color. The sheer fabric will stand out against a contrasting color. Add dressy shoes, like strappy sandals or elegant boots, to perfect the outfit.


Even though there is the “no white after Labor Day” rule, winter white is a beautiful way to dress up for the season. Unfortunately, white can often be sheer. So, if you do choose to wear something white, especially on top, it is a good idea to add Bring It Up nipple covers to keep everything under wraps. You can also add a colorful scarf in a wintery blue or silver to cover up the top of the shirt. Another alternative to hide the sheerness in a white top is to add a long top under it. There are layering tops that have lace at the bottom to wear under shorter tops to prevent unwanted sheerness.


If you have a translucent dress, but you want to wear it for a party, you can add a slip dress underneath. When you choose a slip dress, try to pick a fabric that will either blend in unnoticed or will standout. You want to be intentional with the fashion choices you make. If you are trying to make the translucent dress look opaque, you can add tights or leggings in a flattering color. Add boots or booties to make it timely.


One of the most popular looks now is the long, sheer skirt. The key to maintaining the elegance is to keep what you wear on top rather simple. A cropped top or a sheer top with a black cami underneath can look great. You could also put a long sheer skirt over a jumpsuit with shorts, too. The best shoes to wear with this type of outfit is something with heels to lengthen the legs and stay elegant.


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How to Wear a Statement Tee

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If it seems like everywhere you turn, someone has a statement tee on, you are not alone. Statement tees have become one of the most popular tops to wear. These comfortable tops can be worn with nearly any outfit, but there are limits. It is important to consider the statement on the tee and the location you are wearing it. Once you learn how to wear a statement tee, you can bring them out of the gym and out into the world.


One of the best combinations is a cute, ironic statement with a skirt and cardigan. There are several adorable statement tees with words about popular literature, food, and love. These can be dressed up with a favorite skirt, like a pencil skirt, midi-skirt, or even a fun tulle skirt. But, since you are wearing a tee, you do not want to get too dressed up; so, you pair the skirt with a comfortable casual cardigan or wrap. The skirt and wrap should coordinate, but the tee can provide some variety. The cardi can cover some of the words and the outfit will still look cute. Many women will pair this look with a statement necklace and/or decorative earrings. You can easily wear tights with flats or booties for even more fun.


If you are in a cold climate, you can wear your favorite statement tee over a flannel shirt with your favorite jeans. To make the look unique, keep the tails of the flannel shirt poking out under the shirt. Since the statement tee will be front and center, you should be sure the statement is something you are comfortable wearing in public. It should fit with the casual look. Artfully torn jeans look fantastic with flannels, so if you have distressed jeans, this is the outfit to wear with them. You can add booties or long boots with cuffs. You could also wear this with chunky winter boots, too. A scarf can also add to the look.


Statement tee shirts can also look great with different types of jackets. If you are looking for a casual look, pair the tee with jeans and a bomber jacket. You can also wear them with cigarette pants and a fitted blazer. Women also look great when they wear them with cute leather jackets, especially with a pretty skirt for an ironic, but fun look. The statement tees that look best with jackets are the ones with single words across the chest. It is best to pick tees with simple fonts when you pair them with multiple pieces.


Another fun look is more appropriate for warmer climates. Statement tees look great with a cute pair of shorts. If you know you are going in and out of air conditioned places, it can be helpful to have a chambray shirt tied around your waist so you can throw it on quickly if you get cold. Some women will also wear a warm-weather scarf as a fun accessory. You can wear strappy sandals or your favorite canvas sneakers with an outfit like this.

Our Bring It Up breast shapers can help keep everything covered, even if the tees are white and somewhat sheer.

Hot Holiday Fashion: How to Wear Boots Winter 2015

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Boots and booties are the hottest trend in footwear right now. Long gone are the days where women had to spend hundreds of dollars to get a great pair of boots. They have become so affordable that women can have several pairs to wear with all types of outfits.


Popular Booties


One of the most popular styles of boots right now is the ankle bootie. These are short boots that stop right above the ankle. They usually have a strong heel and some details. These short boots look fantastic with jeans and leggings. In most cases, they should not be worn with socks showing out of the top. They should have a clean line between the top of the boots and the bottom of the pant legs. Some women will roll their jeans at the ankle to show off the booties. With booties, there is no need to perfectly color match them, but they should be matched based on the style of your outfit. For example, a rustic oversized sweater and jeans should be paired with booties with a distressed, rugged look. A polished work outfit should be paired with clean, professional looking booties.The only thing to be alert to is if your booties look like they belong in the marching band rather that on a fashion commercial.


Winter Boots with Knit Accents


Another popular type of boot for the holidays is the leather boot that is layered with knits. These boots often have some bulk to them. This type of boot resembles the suede boots with shearling insides, but the upper has a knit or fabric detail that gives them a rustic look. Sometimes the cuff designs can be removed and changed. These look great with leggings and a big sweater for a comfortable apres-ski look. It is important not to over-accessorize with these bulky boots, but they usually look great with a coordinating infinity scarf made from a chunky or fluffy knit.



How to Wear Thigh-high Boots


Thigh-high boots are no longer reserved for party dresses and sexy outfits. They can easily be worn with everyday skirts that stop above the knee. To tone down the boots, it is best to wear a skirt in the same color as the boots so they make a long clean line together. If you live in a colder climate, you can pair colored tights with the boots to keep your legs warm. When you pick a mini-skirt to wear with thigh-high boots, the skirt should hit below the fingertips so it not too short. It can be fun to pair the skirt with a tee with a bold statement on it and a traditional peacoat



Keep It Simple in Suede


Suede boots in a calm brown can look fantastic with leggings and a long sweater dress. If the sweater dress is long enough, tights in a complementary color can also accentuate the beautiful suede boots. Many women will add a pair of long socks or boot cuffs to peek out of the top for a little extra accessorizing.

No Longer a One and Done: Wear That Bridesmaid Dress Again

How many times have you been told that you can wear the bridesmaid dress again? How many times have you actually done that? Instead of shelving the bridesmaid dress, never to see it again, it is time to learn how to wear a bridesmaid dress again without looking like you just stepped from the dance floor at the reception.


Alterations Can Work


The first step to wearing a bridesmaid dress again is to look for the positives of the dress and what can be changed. Even though women are wearing maxi dresses, long bridesmaids dresses are often too dressy to wear to anything other than a wedding. If you want to wear a long dress again, it might be worth it to have it hemmed to a shorter length. Or, if the length is perfect, but the top is too dressy, a tailor can remove the formal aspects. After spending hundreds on a dress to wear once, it is worth it to spend a few more dollars to make the dress wearable during the day.


Accessorize to Perfection


Once you have altered the dress to fit your wearability rules and style, the next step is to look at the accessories you can pair with it. In many cases, you might not have to alter the dress at all if you can hide the unwanted aspects of the dress with a gorgeous scarf, a statement necklace, or a casual jacket or cardigan. When you use accessories to change the look of a statement dress, like a bridesmaid dress, it is important to not overdo it because you could run the risk of looking silly. You could pair a scarf or necklace with a cardigan, but not both the scarf and necklace. If you are using a statement piece, you should keep the rest of your jewelry subdued, too.


Casual Shoes Make the Outfit


Another way to get the bridesmaid dress to work outside of the wedding is to pair it with unexpected shoes. One of the best ways to “dress down” a dressy dress is to pair it with casual sneakers. Do not wear socks or hosiery and do not wear athletic shoes with your dress. You can also wear booties or casual sandals to dress down the bridesmaid dress. Do not wear pumps or dressy shoes because those shoes will immediately make the dress look like a bridesmaid dress again.


Be Yourself


Hats can make any dress look casual. Floppy sun hats, fedoras, and other casual hats can make a long dress look like it belongs at a cool outdoor concert. If you pair the hat with a long cardigan and subtle jewelry, no one will have clue that you are wearing a dress that celebrated a new marriage.


There are plenty of ways to change-up a bridesmaid dress to make it wearable on the street, at work, and while hanging out with friends. The key to being able to wear the dress is to style it your way so that you are comfortable.

Weddings 101: Keep Your Dress a Secret

In the world of selfies and social media, keeping anything a secret is a special challenge. Once you share that your are getting married, one of the first things that everyone wants to know is what your dress is going to look like. While many brides do love to share the look of their wedding dress with their social media contacts, there are brides who want to keep the actual dress a complete secret until the moment they appear at the top of the aisle. If you are one of the brides that wants her dress to remain a complete secret, here are a few tips to protect the dress until the day of the wedding:


1. Tell everyone your plans. Communication is the key to success. From the very beginning of your wedding announcement, you must tell the people who think they will be involved in picking out your dress that you are going to do this on your own to keep it a secret. If someone is offended by your decisions, then you should take a moment to talk to this person about your decision and that you hope that person will respect it.

2. Make good people choices. After you have announced your decision about the super-secret-wedding-dress, you should pick the people or person who shops with you very carefully. Bridesmaids and family members love to help with dress shopping, so be sure that you pick the one or two people who will be honest and will keep your secret. However, it might even be best to just go shopping on your own. The old adage from Benjamin Franklin, “Three can keep a secret if two of them are dead” was written out of experience. You will know when you find the dress the love and it will not matter if your best friend or your favorite cousin happens to be there when you see it.

3. Let your bridesmaids pick their dress styles. One of the surest ways to disclose a secret wedding dress style is by picking a bridesmaid dress that looks similar. Instead, let your bridesmaids pick from a collection of dresses in the same color. Since bridesmaids come in all shapes and sizes, your attendants will appreciate the opportunity to pick from dresses in a style that will fit their body and style. You can give them a handful of your favorite styles to choose from so you are still in control of the look of your wedding and having the dresses in the same color will make your dress stand out.

4. Pick something to share. Since people will want to know something about your wedding look, you can give a little preview of something to feed their imaginations. Maybe you show a sliver of your shoe, or a swatch of the bridesmaid fabric, or a petal from a flower you plan to carry. By giving a tiny preview, you keep people interested and you will make many of them forget that you wanted to keep your dress a secret.