Valentine's Day is almost here! And guess what? You're not the only one who has a hard time shopping for lingerie. Whether you're a bold beauty and or a little more shy, picking out your dream undies can be a challenge, which is why we teamed up with model and lingerie designer Ashley Graham, who found Us the perfect under-ensemble for every personality type. She chose pieces from her own luxe, plus-size Addition Elle collection, which is sexy, fun and colorful — and caps at $100. Read on for her shopping picks and top tips (including how to stroll into the bra shop with confidence)!
Ashley Graham Goes 50 Shades of Sexy to Help You Choose Valentine’s Lingerie Christian Grey Would Love
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Ashley Graham Goes 50 Shades of Sexy to Help You Choose Valentine's Lingerie Christian Grey Would Love
Valentine's Day is almost here! And guess what? You're not the only one who has a hard time shopping for lingerie. Whether you're a bold beauty and or a little more shy, picking out your dream undies can be a challenge, which is why we teamed up with model and lingerie designer Ashley Graham, who found Us the perfect under-ensemble for every personality type. She chose pieces from her own luxe, plus-size Addition Elle collection, which is sexy, fun and colorful — and caps at $100. Read on for her shopping picks and top tips (including how to stroll into the bra shop with confidence)!
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Ashley Graham Goes 50 Shades of Sexy to Help You Choose Valentine's Lingerie Christian Grey Would Love
Valentine's Day is almost here! And guess what? You're not the only one who has a hard time shopping for lingerie. Whether you're a bold beauty and or a little more shy, picking out your dream undies can be a challenge, which is why we teamed up with model and lingerie designer Ashley Graham, who found Us the perfect under-ensemble for every personality type. She chose pieces from her own luxe, plus-size Addition Elle collection, which is sexy, fun and colorful — and caps at $100. Read on for her shopping picks and top tips (including how to stroll into the bra shop with confidence)!
The Addition Elle designer has a simple solution to shopping for lingerie with ease: Go in knowing what you want. "I recommend browsing around online first to see styles and designs you like, and then go look in the stores," Graham, 28, tells Stylish. "That way you know exactly what you're going in for, and you don't have to spend all day looking for what you want."
And, she says, it doesn't hurt to remember that you're already fabulous! "Make sure you have a positive mindset when you’re shopping for lingerie," says Graham, who listens to her favorite music before heading out shopping. "Go into that dressing room knowing how hot you are, and you will automatically feel 100 times better in whatever you are wearing."
"For the shy girl, I'd go with the Leopard Lace Garter Slip ($95, additionelle.com)," the model tells Stylish. "It's more covered up than other pieces in the collection, but it still brings that seductive vibe. The leopard pattern adds some fierceness, but it isn’t overbearing. It’s perfect for the girl who is just getting into lingerie and wants to add something new to her collection."
"For all the girls out there that like to take risks," Graham says, "the Animal Print Phenomenon Convertible Bra ($70, additionelle.com), paired with the Mesh Thong With Lace Cutouts ($30, additionelle.com), is a great pick. The bra is unexpected and can even be worn as a top if you’re really daring."
"If you like to stand out in the crowd and always put your friends on to the latest trend, the Leopard Lace Garter Belt ($30, additionelle.com) is for you," Graham, who covers the latest issue of Vogue, tells Stylish. "It puts a modern twist on the classic piece and has been making a major comeback recently. It pairs perfectly with the Diva Demi Cup Bra With Straps ($70, additionelle.com). The bondage straps are super trendy and fun! Bondage straps are one of my favorite lingerie trends at the moment."
And if you're looking for something you can wear any day — and not just on Valentine's Day — Graham has got you there, too. "If you aren't into crazy designs and patterns, the Icon T-shirt Bra ($70, additionelle.com) will be more your style," she says. "The simplicity of the bra makes it easy to wear under clothes, but it can also be worn in the bedroom. I also think the High Cut Panty With Leopard Lace ($30, additionelle.com) pairs perfectly with the bra since it's simple — there's just a little trim and the lace is understated."
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