We Tried It: Lacy Little Things Meant to Prevent ‘Thigh Rub’

Courtesy Elizabeth Carmona

What it is: Bandelettes — they’re lacy bands (see above left photo) that promise to protect your inner thighs from rubbing — and all the pain and suffering that comes with it.

Who tried it: Elizabeth Carmona, Associate Editor

Why she did it: Because I have a curvy lower half, and, while I love skirts and dresses, the thigh rub situation is a highly unfortunate side effect.

How crazy is it?: Crazy … crazy genius, that is!

For me, summer fashion means cute skirts, flowy dresses and (womp) irritating thigh rub. So, when I heard about Bandelettes, I couldn’t wait to give them a whirl. I must admit, though, I was dubious at first. These little pieces of fabric are going to solve this persistent problem? “We’ll see about that,” I thought. Well, I was pleasantly surprised. The lacy bands slide over your thighs and have an adhesive lining so they won’t slip down over time. I wore them for a full day under an above-the-knee skirt and they totally did their job. Plus, they’re as affordable as my regular everyday lingerie ($14.99), they come in tons of colors (though I’d stick to nude or black) and they don’t show at all (see above right photo). Just measure the circumference of your thighs and choose the best fit for you (they come in up to 32″).

The Verdict: If you’re a girl like me who suffers from this problem, I recommend giving Bandelettes a try—they’ll certainly ease your pain!

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Lingerie Brand Turns To Snapchat For A Voyeuristic, Vanishing Lookbook

When Snapchat first launched in 2011, people were drawn to the idea that any photo or video they sent would soon be hidden from the recipient and deleted from the server. With sexting at its prime, it’s no secret that the app has often been used for sending sexy selfies, but now it’s been taken over by brands. London-based Miss Crofton is no exception.

Miss Crofton is a lingerie brand that sells handmade, vintage inspired garments with a lighthearted feel. Following the idea that lingerie is only ever seen for a few seconds, the creator teamed up with SON who came up with the campaign. Katie Harrison, cofounder of SON, says the way the Snaphat community works allowed the collaborators an opportunity to explore and experiment on the platform.

With the new Miss Crofton collection debuting on Snapchat, each clip will not only showoff the pieces, but also empower women to embrace their sexiness. In addition, the live aspect of the app aids in making the content relevant to the lives of the audience.

Previously, Miss Crofton has produced two classic lookbooks, but their recent Facebook posts promoting the Snapchat launch have garnered positive feedback, including many likes and shares.

Though right now followers are only getting sneak peeks at the collection, as will be the case for the next month, once it is fully revealed the items will be available for purchase on both the Miss Crofton website and in Urban Outfitters stores.

Miss Crofton

[h/t] WkLondon

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