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Bridal Lingerie and Hosiery
Once you've found the perfect
gown
, you'll want the lingerie to give it the perfect fit. Keep in mind that what you choose depends greatly on your body type and the style of the
gown
The Best Bra Types
Before your first gown fitting make sure to go bra shopping. Pick out several different styles that fit well and leave the tags on! Verify the return policy before buying them so that you can test them with the gown. When selecting styles, make sure that the bra feels comfortable and that it offers enough coverage and support. Obviously, if you've ever bought a bra before, you'll know that. However, many women want their bridal lingerie to look sexy and seductive and forget that they'll be wearing that bra all day! If you want something sultry, but it doesn't suffice for an 18-hour bra, get it anyway and switch into it AFTER you take off your gown.
Don't forget to consider your dress. Many wedding dresses have
boning
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Slimming Secrets
Sexy sheath and mermaid style gowns leave you and your shape out in the open. To cover up any minor flaws and to give a seamless line under your gown, try a
body slimmer
A
corset
If you're concerned about your thighs, or specifically about them rubbing against each other under a heavy dress all day, you might also want to consider a pair of
seamless bicycle shorts
Panties
One of the biggest issues when you have a wedding gown on, especially the ballgown style gowns, is that if your underwear starts to shift, it's not that easy to get it back in place. Some women assume that getting a thong would then eliminate this problem, which for some it does. However, for those not accustomed to wearing a
thong
When in doubt, opt for
seamless underwear
Hosiery
Not everyone needs hose, however, they offer warmth, a barrier between your feet and your shoes, and make your legs look nicer. They are also essential when it comes time to removing the garter, if you choose to do so.
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Knee highs
are ideal if you are wearing a big ballgown. They are also nice if you plan to kick off the shoes to run on the beach after the reception because they are so easy to take off.
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Silk stockings
used with a garter belt
(or a corset with garters
) can be very sexy and work great under sheath dresses or gowns with a dropped or basque waist. Nonetheless, they must also be functional. If you buy the wrong garter belt
and your stockings are sagging around your knees all night, you will you be quite uncomfortable. Test out this style of hose before investing in a fancy getup.
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Stay-up thigh-high stockings
give you the ease and comfort of stockings without worrying about a garter belt sagging. Avoid lace-top stay-up stockings
if you're wearing a slinky gown; the lace will show right through!
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Regular
pantyhose
can transform your legs and even help hold in your tummy, lift your bottom, and smooth your thighs. Choose from light support to control top
with built-in tummy support. Consider, however, how you will appear to your groom when you remove the wedding gown; brides of all shapes and sizes look sexy in a garter belt and stockings, while just about no one looks sexy in control-top hose!
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Footless pantyhose
give you the support of a control top around your middle but allow your pedicure to shine through; great for summer brides and beach weddings!
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Fishnets
can give a flirty look to shorter gowns when they are nude and worn over another pair of skin-tone pantyhose. If you're very daring, try a pair of retro seamed stockings
. Just make sure to keep your seams straight!
Don't be afraid of color. Just because your dress is white, it doesn't mean that your
stockings
Consider the shoes you are wearing. Will they be strappy sandals or closed-toe?
Sandaltoe stockings
Finally, don't forget to buy several pairs of the hose you choose. You never know when you'll get a run, and it's better to have extras than be caught off guard.
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