Fall Fashion Fundamentals

The summer sun may be setting, but the heat is still on this fall with lingerie fashions that are sizzling hot. As you head back to work and school wearing the latest fall fashions, remember that every new outfit looks fabulous over lingerie that fits right and feels fantastic.

Diane and her team of lingerie experts offer some great advice on the "must-have basics" that every woman should include when updating your fall wardrobe.

1. Clean out your underwear and lingerie drawers and discard any bras and panties that are losing their shape and elasticity. Be ruthless as you rummage - toss out every bra that fits poorly or shows lines, and eradicate every pair of panties that show any sign of wear. When you're finished you should have plenty of room for the must-have essentials to support your outer look with femininity, sensuality and style.
2. Purchase two or three supportive bras to wear under everyday work and school outfits. Choose neutral tones such as beige, white or taupe that will disappear under any colour over top. Include at least one molded or seamless cup bra that provides a smooth line under close-fitting fabrics.
3. Treat yourself to at least one sexy bra for those special-occasion outfits that demand a little "peekaboo" detail such as a plunging neckline or saucy straps.
4. Select one or two dark-toned bras to wear under darker-coloured outfits, since the colours from darker tops won't bleed as obviously into a dark toned bra. Check out the sumptuous deep fall colours such as berry or chocolate, or choose a popular animal print.
5. Invest in a good-quality camisole that smoothes your shape and adds sensual allure and a retro style to your inner look.