The Lingerie Post » Commando Intimates http://www.the-lingerie-post.com The most beautiful lingerie and swimwear in the world... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:17:24 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc en hourly 1 The Joys of Commando Hosiery! http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/10/the-joys-of-commando-hosiery/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/10/the-joys-of-commando-hosiery/#comments Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:56:41 +0000 Krista http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=8491 commando hosieryI recently told you about the great new hosiery options at Bare Necessities for fall.  I mentioned my excitement about Commando venturing into the world of hosiery.  I assumed that their tights would be great based on the impeccable design talent that created their legendary thong . Now I can tell you that they actually are!  I tested out the tights the other day and I am totally hooked!   I can confidently say these are the most comfortable and flattering pair of tights I have ever worn.

My favorite part of the tights is the waistband. In true Commando form, the wide, laser-cut waistband lies flat against your body leaving no lines under your most snugly fitting dresses eliminating those unsightly bulges that typical, elastic band tights leave. The tights themselves are soft, smooth, and sleek.  To add a little pizzazz, the waistbands of the black and brown tights are not only available in solids, but in paisley as well.  My wish is that the hosiery will be so successful that they branch out into patterns, textures, and more.

Retailing at $34 (and worth every penny!), Commando hosiery is available online at Bare Necessities and on the Her Look website.

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/10/the-joys-of-commando-hosiery/feed/ 0 The Best of Hosiery for Fall at Bare Necessities! http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/10/the-best-of-hosiery-for-fall-at-bare-necessities/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/10/the-best-of-hosiery-for-fall-at-bare-necessities/#comments Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:18:53 +0000 Krista http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=7771 DKNY Chevron Net TightsWe’ve posted in the past about the leading role that hosiery is taking in the intimate apparel world.  No longer is hosiery just pantyhose!  Today, hosiery can cover the gamut from colorful to muted or from textured to smooth.  Regardless, hosiery is one of the new ways to add flair to a fashionable wardrobe both outside and inside the bedroom.

Bare Necessities has done a great job compiling their Top 10 Hosiery picks featuring the best of the best from sheer and smoothing to opaque and shaping styles.  Featuring brands like Hue, Wolford, SPANX, DKNY, and more, there is something for everyone this fall.  Reflecting the trends on the runway, many tights and leggings this season have an 80s feel with prints, patterns, and colors reminiscent of that era.  In a more classic vein, textures and patterns take center stage featuring chevrons, herringbones, plaids, and argyles (one of my favorites!).  See below for a sampling of styles available this fall and know that there are plenty more where those came from!

DKNY Lace Tights Wolford Grace Leggings
So Low Twill Jean Leggings Falke Maxima Tights
Wolford Tabea Tights Hue Liquid Leggings

Fortunately for all of us (and all of our budgets), Bare Necessities is an Commando Tights equal opportunity provider of trends at all price points.  And, of course, you can’t be the free shipping with orders over $100!  With over 250 styles to choose from, you are bound to find something perfect for you.  New styles are added frequently and others are frequently on sale, so check back often.

Speaking of new styles, those of you who love Ed Hardy & Christian Audigier will be happy to know that an assortment of hosiery from both brands will be hitting the site very soon along with my personal favorite.  I’m overjoyed that none other than Commando has launched into the  hosiery world with laser cut waistband, opaque tights!  The same innovative elements of Commando underwear is now featured in a variety of tights!  Currently, Bare Necessities is selling the Matte Opaque Tights.  Not only can you choose from black or brown tights, but also choose from a solid or paisley print waistband.

Happy shopping!

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The soft lace collection, available in stores now, includes thongs, bikinis, high-rise panties, camis and a great new mid-length a-line slip with commando’s patent-pending weighted hem.  Personally, I love the touch of glamour and sophistication that the lace adds.

Commando Soft Lace Cami and Girl Short Commando soft lace slip

The swiss dot collection and the holiday lace collection, both be available later this fall, are a fun and festive way to heat things up as it gets colder outside.

Commando Swiss Dot Commando Holiday Leopard Cami w Red Thong
Commando Holiday Red Tank and Thong

Commando is available at retailers worldwide and on the herlook.com website (with some other great treats as well!).

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This past weekend, I tested out the Commando Cotton Bikini.  I was elated that just like the original Commando, the cotton counterpart was laser-cut to lay flat against my body.  The tagless, low-rise panty was virtually invisible!  Commando Cotton is also available in the Girlshort and Thong.  The $24-$30 price tag is well worth it so buy yours at Bare Necessities today!

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  1. Lulu and Lush by FairyGothMother isn’t just available at the FGM site — but also at selected retailers — one of them being TLP favorite La Magia (who recently changed their domain name, so update your bookmarks!)
  2. The Commando High Rise panties are not just available at HerLook either! Some other sites including HerRoom also stock these — and HerRoom is great as they also offer free shipping! :)

We’ll make mistakes again – so feel free to send us corrections if you have any!

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On purchases made June 24th – July 6th on the Her Look website, enjoy free ground shipping on your entire order with the purchase of any Commando High Rise Panty or High Rise Thong. Use the code HIGHRISE in the coupon field at checkout. While the new high rise thong and panty are only available currently at Her Look, for the other Commando favorites try Bare Necessities online (that $5 shipping is probably cheaper than a drive to the mall these days!) or Saks, Nordstrom, and more.

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Lisa Curran Gold RingsL Space LolaVix BiarritzHaverhill NaseemMelissa Odabash Gwen

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Luxurious brands such as Elle Macpherson Intimates, Mimi Holliday, Pfiff, and Huit adorn the walls as well as the more functional, everyday basics brands such as Le Mystere and Wacoal. As you walk Journellethrough the store and examine these beautiful pieces, be careful to look for product reviews. With opinions from a student to a stay at home mom and everyone in between, these informative blurbs are one of the many little touches that make Journelle one-of-a-kind.

The space itself is exquisite! Roomy, yet intimate. Modern, yet classic. Full, yet uncluttered. Journelle is warm and inviting with its color palette of earthy neutrals from ecru to ebony and rich purples from lavender to eggplant.

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My favorite element of the store is the innovative and unique fitting area. Individual rooms are spacious and feel much like your own bedroom or boudoir with comfortable seating accented by pretty pillows. The lighting is natural and the mirrors allow you a complete view of how fabulous you look in the merchandise. What’s lacking? Tiny, cramped space. Hard benches for tossing your bags. Harsh, fluorescent lighting. Maneuvering like a contortionist to see every angle.

Journelle Hanky Panky DisplayWant a second opinion? Need a different size? Feel free to ask the helpful and attentive staff who not only provide one-on-one attention while you are exploring, but also take great care in wrapping your precious purchases when you are buying. While you’re waiting, pick up a few stocking stuffers (for your sister, your best friend, or, of course, yourself!). My personal favorites (Commando, Hanky Panky, and Honeydew) are conveniently located by the register. If you have already splurged, enjoy watching the video footage displayed on the screen behind this area.

I’m very interested to see what other great things Journelle will do in the future. The store is definitely worth checking out on your own if you are in, or visiting, the New York area. Journelle is located at 3 East 17th Street. Happy shopping!

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2007/12/new-lingerie-store-journelle-opens-in-nyc/feed/ 2 Go Commando http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2007/05/go-commando/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2007/05/go-commando/#comments Mon, 07 May 2007 11:23:02 +0000 Krista http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/thong/go-commando.html Back in November, we told you all about one of my personal favorites, Commandos. You will be excited to know that these comfortable, invisible, lingerie drawer essentials now come in a slew of colors. During my visit to Saks Fifth Avenue, I found the “Candy Commandos.”. Very cute and individually packaged, these Commandos are in delectable colors such as pink taffy, gobstopper blue, and lemon drop! After looking at the website (which you should check out for the other incredible wardrobe solutions), I also noticed the superstar and camo patterns. Fun for everyone!

till not a thong girl even though these are super comfortable, Commandos also come in the girlshort and the new c.y.a. You can figure it out.

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For those of you interested, they also have slips, camis, and tanks.

Commandos are available on the Her Look website as well as online retailers such as Figleavesicon and Bare Necessities and stores including Saks, Bloomingdales, and Neiman Marcus.

And yes, I agree with the people at Commando. It’s better than nothing.

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As soon as I found out about this deal, I immediately went to the website and immediately purchased my set! While you are there, check out the assortment of other VPL-eliminating, cleavage-enhancing fashion fixes. Free shipping on orders over $100.

And like they say, “Commando is better than nothing, and nothing is better than commando.”

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