Commando Body Short
Ah, the holidays. A time for visiting with family and friends, attending office holiday parties, shopping until you’re dropping and indulging in food, food and more food. Holiday spreads may tempt and entertain us with delectable eating experiences that do very little to support our last round of New Year’s resolutions, but isn’t that the point? The holidays are a free pass to indulge in the delicacies coming our way. Cookies, cake, pie, pudding, chocolate, and holiday punch … the list is endless. How’s a gal supposed to say no? Giving in to these tempting treats is the easy part, but we still want to look good in our New Year’s party dresses. This is where shapewear comes in. The kind folks at Commando, who make wonderful “no show” seamless underwear that makes a woman feel so comfortable she feels like she’s going commando, have designed a shapewear collection that targets women’s “danger zones” with high-performance undergarments that suck it in, pull it up and smooth it out so you look – and feel — gorgeous in your pretty party looks. Commando control’s high-tech fabric and signature raw edges create a sleek line but will not leave you gasping for air. The effect is feeling smoothed, not stuffed. Depending on the outfits you plan, or the specific body areas you want to address, these are the top pieces I would recommend.
Briefly Stated
Whether you’re wearing a body-conforming dress, skirt or pant, the Commando Control Brief is an “under wonder” that supports and shapes your booty with a smooth, no-show look. Like all Commando’s control styles, the Control Brief has invisible edges and patented fabric that gently smoothes and tucks your body.
Commando Control Brief
Skirting the Issue
If you prefer your shaping delivered with a softer look, get the best of both worlds with the Commando Control Skort. It takes a feminine approach to butt control as a sexy high-rise half slip with a built-in control short that tucks you in but doesn’t hike up.
Commando Control Skort
Thigh Anxiety
If your thighs are a concern, consider trying the Commando Control Body Short, which offers tummy-tucking, thigh-smoothing and tushy-tightening action!
Commando Body Short
Making a U-Turn
For full-coverage support, Commando’s Utopia Camisole is a great option. In line with a hot shapewear trend that combines the smoothing of shapers with the support of an everyday bra, its u-shaped silhouette smoothes you under pants or dresses in fabric made from sleek microfiber.
Commando Utopia Camisole
From Sheer to Eternity
Legwear has an inherent shaping effect that smoothes and flatters a woman’s legs while still looking sexy. Commando’s Premier Sheers leave a little bit to the imagination. Coyly pairing the luxurious look of sheer with the luscious feel of an invisible-edge waistband, you will love these!
Commando Premier Sheers pantyhose
Dressed in shapewear from Commando, you’ll feel so comfortable and sleek you won’t need to worry about indulging in holiday goodies. Leave that for the New Year. As Scarlett O’Hara said in Gone with the Wind: “I’ll think about that tomorrow!”
XOXO,
Margo
A man’s first time is very important. No, I’m not talking about THAT first time, I’m referring to his first experience buying intimates for the woman in his life. This is a rite of passage that means a lot to both the man and the woman and I feel compelled to address it in MARGO’S MUST HAVES to offer my take on how a guy can get it right out of the gate. In fact, this entire week’s posts will be dedicated to looking at the lingerie-buying experience from a man’s perspective. Ladies, you might want to pass this along to your men. Guys, listen up! Over the course of the decade I operated Pink Slip in Grand Central Station, I have to say some of my favorite, most memorable interactions were with male shoppers. As a woman, I can say that there are few things that can top shopping for women’s underwear as a thoughtful, romantic gesture that reveals the level of intimacy a man has achieved with his significant other. In other words, it’s a big deal, guys! Don’t let this intimidate you, however. With a little forethought, you can get it right and she will love you for it, trust me. Preparation is the key to making the process easy on yourself. This is where a good sales associate comes in. We all know that guys are visual creatures but judging the correct sizes of your gal’s undies by comparing her to other women isn’t going to get the job done. I can’t tell you how many times men came to my store eager to buy intimates, usually as quickly as possible, only to respond to my question about the woman’s bra size by glancing at my chest and saying “she’s a little bit smaller than you.” This approach may be good for a nervous giggle, but it will only guarantee that you’ll need to make another trip to the store. I always advised my male customers to find an opportune moment to take a sneak peek in their lady’s underwear drawer to examine the tags and write down the sizes as a first step. I want to point out that I’m assuming you’re married, living together or in a long-term committed relationship, otherwise I don’t think it’s appropriate for you to do this! That said, this information will help the sales associate guide you better in your shopping experience. I suggest you put together a “Lingerie Facts List” and be ready to answer five key questions that are the sure sign of a good sales associate who knows her stuff:
