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Rebecca Apsan is the lingerie evangelist. She knows that intimate apparel has the power to transform. That the right bra affects not only look, but outlook. That sexy silk or lace are feminine armour, offering a soft layer of protection against life's vicissitudes. "The wall street Journal" wrote up her role in catapulting hanky-Panky thongs onto every well dressed woman's must have list on their front page! She provided all the intimate apparel for "Sex and The City" and now she is ready to divulge thirty years of wisdom and insider information about how underclothes can make the woman. There's more to underwear than meets the eye. It has the power to transform, to make a woman look a thousand times better, to boost her self-esteem. It's a little thing a woman can do to make herself feel great (which helps explain why lingerie is a multi billion pound business).
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Full of information..
7 Jan 2007
Format:Paperback
..what every girl ought to know! This book has caught my eye today at the local book store because of it's nice cover and I thought I just flip through the glossy photos for some eye candy but I couldn't put it down. I ended up sitting down and reading it in the store, of course it's so full with well organised info that I just ended up buying it.
I have a few fashion books but lingerie usually is not covered or just barely mentioned even though it's just as important as the clothes we are wearing on the outside.
A well chosen bra, panty makes garments fit better, look nicer on us. Now, this book covers how to choose the right fitting undergarments, what you have to watch out for when buying, mentiones the many kinds of lingerie you can ever come accross and how to use it.
For instance, there are full slips and half slips which I've heard of and remember my grandma' used to use but it has never occured that I could use it. I just thought it's for old ladies. Well, it isn't. As it turnes out, full slips are for under see-through or/and clinging, static dresses.
The book is written in a funny, engaging, understanding way. The author understands what it's like to go underwear/swimsuit shopping (you know when you standing infront of the mirror and the terrible shop-lighting shows every bump on your body. Even the ones which are not there.. ;)
Otherwise, you'll find lots of nice photos and all the topics covered with all the right information.
I paid the full price+tax for this book at my local bookstore but no regrets (even though Amazon is cheaper, no tax and free shipping) because this book is worth buying!
I have a few fashion books but lingerie usually is not covered or just barely mentioned even though it's just as important as the clothes we are wearing on the outside.
A well chosen bra, panty makes garments fit better, look nicer on us. Now, this book covers how to choose the right fitting undergarments, what you have to watch out for when buying, mentiones the many kinds of lingerie you can ever come accross and how to use it.
For instance, there are full slips and half slips which I've heard of and remember my grandma' used to use but it has never occured that I could use it. I just thought it's for old ladies. Well, it isn't. As it turnes out, full slips are for under see-through or/and clinging, static dresses.
The book is written in a funny, engaging, understanding way. The author understands what it's like to go underwear/swimsuit shopping (you know when you standing infront of the mirror and the terrible shop-lighting shows every bump on your body. Even the ones which are not there.. ;)
Otherwise, you'll find lots of nice photos and all the topics covered with all the right information.
I paid the full price+tax for this book at my local bookstore but no regrets (even though Amazon is cheaper, no tax and free shipping) because this book is worth buying!
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Great book
7 Feb 2007
Format:Paperback
I stumbled upon this book while looking for something else, and couldn't help but pick it up. This book covers everything, including bras (how a good-fitting one can make you look so much better), panties, slips, hose, teddies, camisoles, you name it. The author explains what to get, how many, how to care for it, and what to wear it with. She covers the practical everyday needs as well as "special" lingerie. The book is beautifully photographed and is a pleasure to look at.
And most importantly, the author, a lingerie shop owner, provides a lot of insight into why women shop for lingerie (and why many do not). She makes a strong case for how what we wear under our clothes is just as important as our clothing, and that it's important for women to treat themselves well. This book totally changed my view on lingerie and gave me permission to buy those nice things I've always wanted!
And most importantly, the author, a lingerie shop owner, provides a lot of insight into why women shop for lingerie (and why many do not). She makes a strong case for how what we wear under our clothes is just as important as our clothing, and that it's important for women to treat themselves well. This book totally changed my view on lingerie and gave me permission to buy those nice things I've always wanted!
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
The Lingerie Handbook
3 Feb 2007
Format:Paperback
I was impressed by The Lingerie Handbook because of practicality. The information in this book assisted me in selecting bras that do their job. Finally I have guidance for selecting the right style and size for fit and lift because Apsan reveals the mysteries of selecting style, and cup size selection relative to the band size. I am pleased with the greater comfort and improved appearance of garments purchased following the book's tips. The book pays for itself with information that if followed will eliminate the future purchase of poor fitting bra. The information was a great time saver as I was able to pick out bras to try on that were more likely to fit so I didn't have to try on so many.
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