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The beauty of any structure begins with its foundation. Of course were talking about undergarments not cement. All garments look better on when the little pockets of flab & cellulite are under control. Sometimes all you need are a simple pair of control top pantyhose, other times you may need more.
The most important piece of under clothing for a woman is the bra. The bra has celebrated its 100th birthday and in its 100 years has undergone many changes. From the full, firm, pointed bras of the 40s & 50s to the more relaxed natural t-shirt style of today. The truth of the matter is that whatever style makes you feel comfortable, supported and looking good is the one for you. Fit is the most important factoring in finding a comfortable bra. No pinching or binding, no digging underwire are the recipe for comfort. Try to get fitted by an actual bra fitter. Some clerks in specialty undergarment stores are not truly trained to fit you. You will know the difference when you feel it.
The next important piece of foundation controls everything south of the breasts. As mentioned earlier, a simple pair of control top pantyhose may be all you need to achieve a perfect silhouette, but not likely. A great majority of women are pear shaped (rounder & fuller at the bottom). If this is the case you will want to wear a sturdier undergarment for that svelte look.

Your friend will soon be waltzing down the aisle, and you couldn't be happier for her. But the closer the wedding gets, the more your buddy seems to be transforming into a crazed drill sergeant. What do you do? Take a deep breath and keep in mind that her insanity is only temporary. In the meantime, follow our tips for handling these seven stressful situations.

She insists the bridesmaids wear tight, strapless dresses that make everyone feel and look like sausages.

What to do: Unfortunately, the bride has final say when it comes to your frocks, even though you'll be shelling out the cash for them. If she asks for input along the way, it's fine to suggest something more flattering, but if she's made her decision, you'll have to suck it up (and in) with a smile. If you're really bent out of shape, suggesting a pretty cover-up to wear for at least part of the evening may be an agreeable compromise.

Did you know we likely owe all our high heeled glory/troubles to a 14 year old girl? Apparently Catherine de Medici hadnt had her growth spurt yet when she married Duc dOrleans in 1533, so she had a pair of 5 inch heels made for her. When she debuted them in Paris, they became the latest rage and have graced feet ever since.
As Im sure youve seen on this blog and in the stores, you may not be able to walk further than a runway length and back in them, but high (and I mean high) heels are not going away anytime soon (even with re-inventions of ballet flats remaining fairly popular). Wallpaper notes Antonio Berardis heel-less platforms (pictured - thanks Flashing Lights!) as well as Sergio Rossi who sent his models down the catwalk in strappy sandals complete with super-sexy heels made from stacked gold balls; Giuseppe Zanotti cut into the wedge to create a sensational hollowed-out platform heel; at Christian Dior, John Gallianos models were hoisted up on a whopping 5.5in silver heel; and Chanels glamorous, staggered heels looked as if they were inspired by the Empire State Building, in both shape and height.

They're supposed to be there for you through gown fittings, crazy in-laws, and crazier grooms to be. But sometimes, even your best support systems can buckle under the strain. From bridesmaid dress distress to gripes about expenses, keeping a bridal party happy can be as demanding as the wedding planning itself. Every bride needs to know how to manage blasts from her bemoaning bridesmaids. Here are our top bridesmaid troubles and tips for avoiding bridal party beefs.

Solution: You love your girls partly because they're honest. Now it's all backfiring. According to them, the "perfect" bridesmaid dress is not-so-perfect -- in fact, they hate it. Our advice? If it's not too late, work out a compromise. Sure it's your wedding, but it's their self-esteem (and probably their cash, too), and you need these ladies to love you long after you become Mrs. Married. Tell them you'll pick the color and then let them choose the style. Have them all go through the same gown manufacturer so that the fabric is identical. There is no rule that the dresses need to be the same. That said, keep in mind that these things are ultimately your decision. If a bridesmaid is being unreasonable (make sure it's not you being too demanding), let her know how important your vision is and that you will work together to find a dress that will make you both happy.