New Lingerie Line

November 4, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Plus size lingerie (bras and panties) from Addition-Elle.

Addition-Elle be having a Twitter launch party to celebrate their new line by “iconic plus size supermodel Ashley Graham”. I have been stalking her for a few years now (as many of you painfully know) so it is nice to see her getting so much attention from famous brands, also not surprising because the woman is gorgeous.

The twitter party will be on November 5th from 7 to 8 p.m. EST where Addition-Elle will premiere Ashley’s new collection via Youtube. Fans and bra wearers everywhere will be able to join in the “live-tweet session with Ashley”. They will also be giveaways during the hour long premiere.

Here are a few images from the collection, featuring the lady herself:

Nothing pretty than Ashley Graham in basic black.

Here she is in a black assemble.

Ashley Graham shows off a pair of plus size bra and panties for Addition-Elle while reclining on a chaise longue.

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Building a Foundation

June 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Plus size pretty bras from Lane Bryant.

With Lane Bryant

Plus size personality, Marcy Guevara takes us on a visual tour of some of Cacique’s pretty and functional bras as well as offering tips on how to get a proper fit and style for your outfit.

I think I have mentioned before that the Balconette style is my favorite for every day where. And Cacique was the first brand I fell in love with. Most of my pretty bras are Cacique. Here are a few of my faves from their new arrivals:

Different styles of Balconette bras from Lane Bryant's Cacique line.

As of this post Lane Bryant currently has bras, Buy 1 get one 50% off as well as some on for $20. Have fun!

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Pretty Blue Bras

June 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Plus size pretty blue bra from Addition-Elle.

Addition-Elle’s bras keep getting prettier and prettier but I especially like their current array of pretty blue bras. Whether you like satin, or lace, or a little bit of both, there seems to be a little something for all tastes. These three are my favorite at the moment:

The Aqua Blue Perfect T-shirt Bra

The pretty blue color is made even more perfect by the extra long straps that can be criss-crossed to wear with that awkward tank cut top so the straps do not show.

Plus size pretty blue bra from Addition-Elle.

The Azur Blue Double Lace Balconet Bra

The Balconet style bras tend to be my favorite for comfort, support, and overall shape appearance. I love the two tone blue lace on this one. Very pretty.

Plus size pretty blue lace bra from Addition-Elle.

The Mint Blue Vintage Contour Bra

Sometimes allover lace feels too fancy and a nice satin bra with lace trim fits the mood. I love this vintage inspired bluey-green bra (I really cannot get enough of mint this season) with its zigzag cup details.

Plus size pretty blue bra from Addition-Elle.

All three of these bras are $55 each but at the time of this post they have “buy one get second 40% off”. Not all sizes are available in all bras but there are many other styles and colors to choose from.

What Color is Your Underwear?

When it comes to bras and panties are you partial to a certain color? Is it different from your outer garment choices? For example, I have a friend who wears mostly black on the outside. Tops, dresses, pants, shoes — black, black, black, and black. But with her undergarments she goes wild with reds and purples. Do tell us in the comments below! But before you scroll down, answer this quick poll on mixing and matching.

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Be a Showstopper

March 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Ashley Graham wearing plus size lingerie for Addition-Elle.

Addition Elle announced the launch of their “Be a Showstopper” campaign this week. It features these three plus size Canadian bloggers in their lingerie collection.

Plus size bloggers in lingerie for Addition-Elle.

Here is a sneak peak at their individual photos. You can see more at the Addition-Elle site where you can vote on your favorite bra and receive a coupon for $20 off any purchase of $50 or more.

Karyn Johnson of Killer Kurves

Plus size blogger Karyn Johnson in Addition-Elle bra.

Sarah St-Fleur of Queen Sized Flava

Plus size blogger, Sarah St-Fleur in lingerie for Addition-Elle.

Nadia Aboulhosn of Nadia Aboulhosn

Plus size blogger, Nadia Aboulhosn in bra an panty for Addition-Elle.

As if that were not enough beauty for you, they enlisted plus size super model Ashley Graham to feature in their new lingerie lookbook. The line includes pretty bras and panties as well as every day bras and shapewear.

Ashley Graham wearing plus size lingerie for Addition-Elle.

There is a coordinating commercial to see her in motion too. Watch it here, then look for it on the TV beginning March 18:

The music featured in this spot is called “Showstopper” by Brandon & Leah and is currently available for a limited time for free download on the Be a Showstopper page. You can also learn more about Addition-Elle’s plus size bras, panties and other accessories. And read their lingerie guide to get the best fit.

If you are on Twitter or Instagram you can find out what others think by following #beashowstopper.

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The Daily Bra

July 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

Addition-Elle provided me with one of their “daily wear” bras for review. By daily wear I mean the bras we tend to wear more than any of the other bras in our drawers for the activities of daily living — going to work, shopping etc. Typically there is nothing spectacular about them like lace or bows to get in the way or distract us or anyone else for that matter.

The Smooth Embrace Un-padded Underwire bra has a deep underwire so it does not poke into the breast or the inside of the arm midway up the side like the shorter ones tend to do. (FYI: I realize the pictures make this bra look greyish but it is pristine white.)

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

The cups are made of microfiber which is silky soft to touch. I thought it would have been warmer to wear than my regular bras but it was remarkably breathable (Side note: I wear a bra liner with my bras in the summer). The underwire is lightly padded with brushed material for softness. The only thing I did not like was the little satiny overlay at the top of the underwires between the breasts. For some reason this irritates my skin there with an annoying itchy sensation.

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

The bra has immaculate stitching.

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

The boning at the side is moderately soft.

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

The straps are lightly padded at the shoulders and sit in a wide position on the shoulders so they do not dig into that tender meaty section.

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

The band is reasonably thin without providing extra lumps under tops. I also like the extra width in the side back panels.

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

The brand tag is a satiny soft so no picking.

plus size white bra from Addition-Elle

This was a perfectly comfortable bra for all day wear.

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Complimentary Bra Fittings

May 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
pretty plus size bras from Penningtons

According to Penningtons, 70% of women are wearing the wrong size bra. In an effort to decrease the percentage of a lot of uncomfortable women, they are holding a Bra Fit Weekend — June 2 and 3.

Throughout the weekend they will be offering complimentary bras fittings. Specially trained staff will take your measurements (make sure you are wearing one of your good fitting bras and not a ratty-assed one), do a few calculations, and give you your correct bra size.

You can get a complimentary bra fitting at anytime you visit Penningtons but this weekend there will be draws for free bras every hour, a draw for a special gift basket, and a complimentary outfit for summer.

Here are just a few of the bras I have my eyes on:

pretty plus size bras from Penningtons

  • Padded Underwire T-shirt Bra (black floral print)
  • Printed Underwire Demi Bra (limelight)
  • Padded Underwire T-shirt Bra (coral)
  • Padded Underwire Animal Print T-shirt Bra (blue paisley)
  • Solid Wirefree Cotton Cra (seafoam)
  • Striped Underwire Demi Bra (blue floral print)

If you cannot make it to the weekend in-store event be sure to check out their online selection with is currently on for $28.

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Addition-Elle Bras and Panties

April 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
plus size bras from Addition-Elle

Back in February Addition-Elle invited me to the spring launch of their new intimates collection featuring plus model Ashley Graham. Much to my disappointment I was not able to attend but shortly after they sent me a press package which included a coupon for a bra a panty from my local store.

This past weekend I was finally able to make it over to Addition-Elle to check out their lingerie line. I have to say, IT’S FRIGGING HUGE! Seriously, I could not believe how many styles there were for pretty bras and functional bras; both underwire and wire free. I took a few pictures while I was there and of course tried on a few styles.

plus size bras from Addition-Elle

And that was not all of them.

plus size bras from Addition-Elle

As you can see from their mannequins many of the pretty bras have matching panties.

plus size bras from Addition-Elle

Unfortunately many of the pretty panties did not go above 2x. In fact there was a huge amount of 1x and 2x sizing but I did not not find anything larger. Perhaps those sizes just sold out quickly. When I say “pretty panties” I am referring to the lacy ones, not the basic briefs. The bras though had many sizing options to choose from.

plus size bras and panties from Addition Elle

I tried on the lacy Femme Fatale and Smooth Curve Underwire Bra (definitely check out this one as its band is really unique) but ended up taking home the Smooth Embrace Underwire Bra in white (with a coordinating white brief) which does not have any molding so will be perfect for summer. I also loved how it covered the back area (I will do a full review posting once I wear it for a day).

The staff of course were friendly and helpful. I think they might have had a few extras on for the customer appreciation day (I have such good timing) they were celebrating with their customers. One of the things they were giving out with purchases were some kick-ass fashion watches — I was given a lovely Michel Studio bracelet watch. This photo does not do the watch justice.

watch from Addition-Elle

I looked at their website and they still have their buy one get the second 40% off if you are interested.

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The Valentine’s Day Bra

February 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Valentine Bra from Addition Elle

If the Valentine’s Day bra was not pretty enough they went and put one on the lovely plus size model Ashley Graham. And then made a sexy video about it:

This and all bras are currently buy one get the second for 50% off until February 14, 2012.

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Sensual Bras

October 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
plus size black cheetah lace t-shirt bra from Torrid

This week Torrid introduced a new line of plus size bras — the Sensuous Bra Collection. The collection includes six different bras styles each with their own function. plus size black cheetah lace t-shirt bra from Torrid

The T-shirt Bra (black and nude lace, black cheetah print, or nude lace)
The Push-up Bra (black lace, nude, or black)
The Strapless Bra (black zebra mesh, fifties pinks, cosmo pink, black, white, or nude)
The Demi Bra (black and nude lace)
The Full-Coverage Bra (grey, nude, or black lace)
The Racer Back Bra (black)

They are currently offered in sizes 40 C to 44 DDD and are $34 each BUT for a limited time Torrid is offering a promotion to showcase these bras — buy 2 bras, get a third FREE! And this promotion is extended to all bras at Torrid, not just the new line.

And if you use the coupon code: 9AF11OFF you can get an additional 10% off your purchase. The coupon expires October 15, 2011.

Give the gyrls something to look up to!

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The Butterfly Collection

June 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
plus size bras from Butterfly Collection

Claire Dumican and her partner Paul Syrenne combined their talents to start the Vancouver based Butterfly Collection online lingerie boutique with the mission of getting “every big busted Canadian woman into the right bra and feeling fabulous”. A tall order especially for plus size women.

Currently the boutique has 21 plus size bras to choose from going up to a K cup. What will make shopping frustrating for some is that not every bra comes in all sizes. These are not cheap bras, the cheapest is $62. But if you are having a hard time finding bras in Canada with an adequate cup size then it may be worth checking them out.

From the collection three styles stand out the most for me:

plus size bras from Butterfly Collection

The Grenier Tactel Bra comes in white (shown), nude and black (38C to 46F) for $74. The Elila Plum Wired Bra (40/42G, 42H) is $75. And the black Felina Emotions Bra (40G) is $140.

Three tips Claire recommends for all women to be aware of when fitting a bra:

“ALL of your breast tissue must be inside the cup. Your band should lie flat against your skin with room for 2 fingers to run smoothly beneath it. Your band should be at the same height at the back as it is at the front – both parallel with the floor.”

Visit the Butterfly Collection online for more tips in the “Bra School”.

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Stock Up on Bras

February 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Polka-Dot-Bra

Addition-Elle has their bras on sale — buy one get second 50% off from now until February 16th. They offer pretty bras in sizes 38C to 44DDD.

My favorite style is the contour bra which is much like the Lane Bryant Balconette. There are quite a few online designs (look at the swatches once you click on the blue bra). If you have a walk-in store near you be sure to check out the designs they have.

I especially like the polka dot and plaid patterns of these contour bras. Their bras are not cheap — $49.99. In my opinion about ten bucks more than they should be but with the sale they work out to about $38 each.

plus size patterned braplus size contour bra

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Sweet Things at Addition-Elle

January 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Plus Size Red Lace Bra

One of my favorite places in Canada for plus size lingerie and sexy bras is Addition-Elle. Unfortunately, the website is not a great spot to find anything titillating so I recommend visiting one of their walk-in stores in your location if you can.

Of the bras featured on the website I would put this new Femme Fatale at the top of my list. It is available in the crimson red shown below as well as cherry, cyan, pansy purple, purple mist, and ultra marine. The sizes range from 38C to 44D. It’s tagged at a hefty price of $49.99 but as of this post the A/E website has their bras on sale for buy one get one 40% off.

Plus Size Red Lace Bra

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Stock Up on Bras

December 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Bandeau-Red-Bra

From now until December 15th Penningtons is offering Buy One Get One 50% on all their bras both online and in store. Penningtons carries the dull granny bras and the pretty fashion bras. Prices are generally hefty at $49.99 but with the discount it is about $30 per bra.

My favorites are the underwire bras specifically the Bandeau. They are usually more fashionable and they give an appealing shape under t-shirts and sweaters. Everyone should have the basic colors: white, nude, black, and red. And of course something fun like this zebra print.

Bandeau-Red-BraBandeau-Zebra-Bra

Penningtons bras range in size from 38D to 50G. Not all bras are in all sizes and unfortunately it’s the extended sizes that are generally the plainer bras.

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