Friday, January 28, 2011

Lingerie Peeves

             Ever heard of the saying: "DRESS TO KILL AND UNDRESS TO THRILL"? For those who are unaware (and are women,) I'm shocked to say the least. Nonetheless, for those reading this blog, it's the tagline of one of the most famous lingerie brands in the world. Unfortunately, looks like people of my class aren't really too bothered about what they wear inside. Which is the topic of discussion today.
             Let's start at the basic, it's pronounced as "lawn-je-rey" and not "linger-ee". For heaven's sake woman, get the sentiment right first. I'm aware of a lot of people who think wearing a darker shade of lingerie over a lighter colored dress or top is uber-cool. Darling, it's so NOT COOL. Unless of course you're going to audition for some porn movie. Then of course it's justified.
             Enter the patriot, I get it you have weight issues but please try to upgrade your lingerie wardrobe once in a while. It'll do you a whole lot of good if people don't see your loose bra straps hanging out. Or better still, take lessons from the girl who wishes she was born a guy on how to wear a good shade and carry it off. I'll bet my last penny if nothing else, she'll definitely improve your strap image in class.
             Coming to the girl who is 'kind of sought after' blah blah blah and for a woman who has a lot of fan (read guy) following, sweetheart you need a complete image makeover not just a lingerie makeover. The last time I checked into Victoria's secret, a good bra was considered to be one which fit well and also one that you hooked on your back not your shoulder just about an inch below your neck. Also, please don't try to imitate Victoria's secret or La Senza by wearing cheap red underwear. So not cool. Simple rule: if you can't afford it, don't degrade it.
              For the girls, ever tried wearing a white bra non-stop for i don't know how long that the strap turned yellow??? Yes, we do have girls who fall into that category as well. I get it you're obsessed with white because it's such a virginal color but if not for your, at least for people's sake, try washing it once in a while. That way when the strap shows from your tee, hopefully people will look at you from the virginal perspective you're aiming for. I thought I had mentioned it the last time as well but i guess i'll have to re-iterate the point. Sugar, if you're well-endowed, do mankind the favor of going to a store that caters to your size and pick up the right fit. You can't walk all around the place acting like Santa Claus and jingling your own bells (pun intended.)
             I'm of the firm belief: if you're wearing lingerie worthy enough to flaunt, GO AHEAD. FLAUNT IT. A little peep show never hurt anyone. But yes, please don't go overboard and bare it all. Subtle does it like nothing else does. Speaking from my own experience, when you go buy lingerie, it's something which when you wear makes you feel sexy. Take note of the word used. Yes, I used the term sexy because I read sometime back in the bible (read cosmopolitan), if a woman picks up lingerie that fits well and makes her feel in sync with her inner self, she'll feel good about herself which in turn will make her happy and happy people release endorphins so they don't go around killing people (sorry could not help that last bit. Stole it from legally blonde.)
          Jokes apart, if you have a boyfriend, nothing turns on a guy more than sexy lingerie (that's cosmo talking again.) And if you can't get that bit right sweety, you just died a virgin. A guy wants his girl to look hot from head to toe (of course, there's no denying exceptions though i doubt there will be any in this case, nonetheless) and what a girl wears inside (and i'm not referring to your beautiful/pure heart and mind here) is equally important. So if you don't have a guy cute enough to snoggle, you know where you're going wrong.
           After talking so much about guys, how can I not make a mention of them in my blog? That would, be really mean of me. Honestly *innocent angelic expression* (really wish you could see it right now.) I GET IT DUDES. Low-waist jeans are in vogue and have a long way to go before they become obsolete. But do you really need to wear chaddis that show off the brand name? Of course if the guy is hot (and girls everywhere would agree) and is flaunting Under Colors of Benetton, Allen Solly, Tommy Hilfiger, Provogue or the like, he's pardoned immediately. But wearing VIP Frenchie or Nikky (Indian version of Nike) with the tick designed the opposite way does not pass you off as even cool let alone hot. So if you got the looks use them to your advantage without these hangups. And if you really want to wear those brands which I just mentioned in the latter half, be my guest. Just do us the favor of passing by without flashing even unintentionally. OH and by the way, for your information, flaunting undies for guys is so passe.
          In our society there are a lot of people who don't really care about what they wear inside but honestly, I think the times now to change. And wear all what you want (also don't want) when you're at home. Dress to perfection when you're out. That way women like me who have nothing better to do but criticize will keep their mouths shut for some time.
          While going through a couple of websites, I came across this quotation. The author is unknown but what he/she implied holds a lot of value in this blog. "If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?" Guess that more or less answers your question, eh?