Halloween is a night for turning reverie into reality, and who knows more about fulfilling fantasies than The Girls Next Door! Following are just a few of the official Playboy costumes that will bewitch your beloved on Halloween:
• Ooh la la! Tickle his fancy with a feather duster-- the prop that accompanies Playboy's French maid costume. The black halter mini dress is accented with a white satin and lace apron, a white bow that highlights decolletage, white, lace-trimmed thigh high stockings and a white lace headband. For a more flesh-baring take on the fantasy classic, Playboy also offers the Flirty French Maid costume, which consists of a revealing ruffled skirt with a built in petticoat, a frilly bra complete with removable pads, a black bow headband, black, thigh high fishnet stockings, fingerless lace gloves and a feather duster.
• Shiver his timbers in a Scandalous Pirate ensemble which features a cropped jacket which exposes a tie-back underwire bra and removable bra pads to showcase your treasures. A micro mini skirt and belt hide what's below deck, and a jewel-accented hat tops off the sexy swashbuckler silhouette.
• Enjoy time out with your sports-minded someone in Playboy's Sexy Referee costume. A black and white striped minidress emblazoned with the iconic magazine's bunny logo embraces its hotness with skin-showing,lace up sides. The outfit also comes with a pair of knee-high black and white socks.
• Enlist your partner in a night of romance by wearing a Bootcamp Babe outfit, composed of cute, camouflage short shorts, a side-laced jumpsuit emblazoned with the Playboy logo, a camouflage cap and dog tags.
• Dress up for your Prince Charming in a Playboy Princess costume, which features a pink babydoll dress, white thigh high stockings and a headcrown.
• Show off your gorgeous gams with black thigh high stockings and garters that come with the Playboy Gangsta outfit. A black velvet, pinstripe bustier is combined with a black pinstripe miniskirt with a side slit. Satin cuffs decorated with Playboy logo cufflinks, a satin collar with a black tie and a black fedora add up to a costume so cute it's criminal.
• Be a harbinger of love this Halloween in Playboy's Cupid costume. Kiss-covered thigh high stockings lead up to a micro mini Lycra dress draped in a pink panne sash with a side bow. A bow and arrow and pair of pink wings complete the love-inspired look.
2008924: Dita Von Teese Launches Lingerie Line (video)
Bringing her vision of vintage beauty from the burlesque stage to the boudoir, performance artist Dita Von Teese and Wonderbra have joined forces for the launch of the performer's signature line of lingerie. Her love affair with dainty underwear beginning as a young girl, a stint behind the counter of a lingerie store started the star on a path which led to a job as an undergarment buyer and professional training as a costume designer along with her career captivating audiences with her nostalgic salute to the striptease of days gone by. Now Dita has utilized her eye for elegance to create attire that can make any woman feel as provocative as a pin-up.
Available in small, medium and large, the Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese Collection offers three styles-- Spot-Teese, Multi-Teese and Satine-Teese:
Spot-Teese
Giving the illusion of a body almost in the buff, black tulle sprinkled with polka dots create a peek-a-boo effect when draped over the nude fabric of the Moulded Cleavage Bra, the Moulded Balcony Bra (which also features a crimson rose accent over a tiny black bow) and a matching brief and thong or a black lace suspender belt and thong.
Multi-Teese
Dita's design unveils a tantalizing trick of the burlesque trade as a magnetic closure on the bras and briefs allows easy exposure of your assets. Velvet trimmed straps which can conform to several dress styles provide another touch of retro romance to a bra enhanced with sequin accents. A matching thong and brief also sports the sparkle of sequins on delicate bow embellishments. Satine-Teese
A body-sculpting high-waisted shaping suspender conjures up images of a 1940's femme fatale, as does its partners in seduction-- a deep plunging vintage bra or cleavage bra (both featuring black lace detailing) and a matching brief and thong. The garments are available in oyster or a barely there peach hue.
The Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese Collection can be pruchased online at figleaves.com, asos.com, and several other luxury lingerie sites.
Having conquered the world of adult entertainment, Tera Patrick now brings beauty to the boudoir with her line of Mistress Couture lingerie. From burlesque-style bras to panties that will leave your partner panting, following are just a few of the pleasure treasures that will help to set the stage for seduction:
* Teasingly provocative, tame your mate with the Purrfect 10 Peek-A-Boo lingerie set, consisting of a spandex, barely-there bikini top paired with the flirtatious flounce of a micro mini skirt that offers a revealing view of black ruffle panties hiding just beneath the fabric.
* Be the dominatrix of your love den in a Homewrecker Halter and Panties Set. Reminiscent of a pin up model's intimate attire, black spaghetti straps hold up a pink and black polka dot halter bra, its black elastic lace waistband mirrored on the pair of matching panties.
* As its name implies, the Bring Them To Their Knees corset lingerie set is bound to captivate any woman's conquest. A feminine flocked corset tie up corset features a playful pink and black polka dot pattern and satin bow embellishments, matched with a layered micro mini skirt.
* The pink piping of the Double Trouble lingerie set outlines curves covered by a thin layer of black netting that leaves little to the imagination.
* The Mistress Couture logo lets your partner know that you're boss in the bedroom when you show off your assets in Sweet Nothing Hot Pants-- a pair of black cotton lycra panties accented with a pink satin bow.
The line of naughty notions flatter figures in sizes small, medium, large and plus size.
2008902: The Ashley Judd Collection's Star Style (video)
Making its debut in late 2007, merchandise from The Ashley Judd Collection has become a staple in the wardrobes of women looking for cash-saving, classic designs, with its popularity prompting the launch of a new Ashley Judd Plus range of raiments in August 2008. As the brand's array of budget-friendly frocks beckons buyers to the 150 Goody's stores across the U.S., consumers know that a portion of the proceeds from their purchases offer children the hope of a better education through the Good Deeds for Good Schools program.
Traditional Tops: Ranging in price from $12 - $44, the Ashley Judd Collection showcases a bevy of blouses with a casually chic look. Delicate details, such as the peek-a-boo eyelet yoke on a cotton jersey top, the innocent appeal of an empire waist featured in both the crochet trim blouse and the babydoll top and the South of the border-influenced embroidery on the "Kathleen" top offers romantic appeal to the affordable apparel.
Underwear with Flair: You can give your bust a boost without going over budget with the Ashley Judd Micro luster Plunge Push-Up Bra. Available in sizes 34A to 36B, the white, natural, chocolate or black micro luster material offers both style and support, while a dainty flower decoration on the decolletage provides an extra feminine touch.
Versatility meets affordability in the micro luster convertible bra. This chameleon-like creation, available in white, natural and peach skin,transforms from a traditional style to fit halter, strapless or criss-cross back fashions. Light padding offers a more shapely silhouette, while an underwire supplies support.
Conforming with casual clothing, two t-shirt bras are available-- one made of micro luster, the other of breathable cotton.
Seductive yet stylish, a pair of embroidered thong panties, offered in sizes S to XL, would be a daring addition to any woman's wardrobe. Lingerie lovers can also find curve-conscious cotton and micro luster bikini and hipster panties, which color coordinate with the collection's selection of bras.
Denim with a Designer Look: Presented in a palette ranging from white to Mediterranean blue, the collection's classic boot cut jeans flatter figures from 4A to 16A.
2008813: Sheryl Crow Launches Bootheel Trading Co. Clothing Line
Music and fashion have long enjoyed a symbiotic relationship, and while the latest Top 40 and clothing trends may come and go, denim will always be among the greatest hits in every woman's wardrobe. Taking her style from the concert stage to the shopping mall, Grammy Award winner Sheryl Crow has launched Bootheel Trading Company, a collection of Western-influenced wear for rock 'n' roll romantics. Sold at Dillard's, the collection features the following environmentally-conscious creations:
Tops: Incorporating nuances of Native American culture, a dream catcher design decorates the scooped neckline of one printed T-shirt. Constructed of a body-conscious cotton-polyester blend, the long-sleeve Tee, which sells for $30, also features burnout detailing for a well-traveled look.
A 60's-inspired print, another Tee design features an international symbol of peace, the dove, printed over a burnout design which heightens the garment's weathered appeal. Perfect for warm weather wardrobes, the short-sleeve shirt-- the least expensive item at $26-- is also made of cotton/polyester.
A fashionable fall look, a front-zip hoodie, sold for $44, is available both in an environmentally-conscious evergreen or in deep indigo. Constructed of cotton knit, the slub pointelle fabric clings to curves for a very feminine effect.
Eggshell white cotton creates an aura of antiquity to a long-sleeve drawstring tunic and a striped shirtdress, created with dainty cuff ties, while bell sleeves and a pleated front add flirtatious touches to a tuxedo shirt, All blouses listed carry a $48 price tag.
Vests: Sheryl Crow has an unmistakably sexy stage style, a look which is captured in a bellybutton-baring halter vest made of cotton twill. Animal-friendly attire, faux-leather and faux-suede styles are also available from sizes small through XL. All versions have a price tag of $48.
Jeans: "Every Day Is A Winding Road" for the woman who wears the brand's geographically-inspired jeans. Styles range from the faded finesse of "Missouri," a medium wash cotton/spandex blend featuring fraying at the knees for a time-worn look, to the dark wash beauty of "Kennett" denim jeans. Accents such as hawthorne flower embroidery on the riser of "Georgia" and "Savannah" styles and suede piping on the riser and coin pocket of the "Nashville" jeans allow the wearer to flaunt her figure. Sizes range from 26 short to 36 long. Prices range from $62 - $64.
2208728: Avril Lavigne Launches Abbey Dawn Clothing Line
Adding a touch of romance to rocker raiments, an array of miniskirts, T's and hoodies from Abbey Dawn, Avril Lavigne's recently launched line of apparel and accessories, makes shopping a little less "Complicated."
*Nothing says schoolgirl chic quite like a pleated plaid miniskirt. Made of a cotton/polyester blend, the 13 inches of flirty fabric are decorated in a distinctive pink and grey crisscross pattern, while an accompanying studded belt offers a bit of punk/pop attitude. A tiered miniskirt in black also makes a bold statement. The rayon/nylon/spandex blend comes with a matching black snap belt.
*Avril Lavigne's passion for plaid surfaces once again both in a pair of deep purple cotton blend pants cut in a straight-leg style, and a pair of grey and black Bermuda shorts enhanced with a chain-link accent.
*De rigeur for any rocker's wardrobe, the Canadian chart-topper puts her own special spin on the classic T-shirt with a wide range of designs including a winged skull, newspaper logo and polka dot graphic suspenders.
*A leopard pattern tank top take on a touch of femininity with the addition of hot pink, while a studded neckline provides a hard edge to a girlish ribbed tank.
*Far from camouflaging your curves, Abbey Dawn's hoodies are body-hugging to comply with contemporary street style. Juxtaposing the fragility of fluttering wings with one of the signature goth symbols, the butterfly skull hoodie is in intriguing marriage of innocence and rebellious independence. The short-sleeve, black and hot pink cotton garment features a ribbed trim, two pockets and a star charm zipper.
Princes range from $24 - $48. Sold exclusively in the juniors department at Kohl's, visit www.kohls.com or www.abbeydawn.net for more information.
Knowing that nothing flatters feminine curves quite like the perfect pair of jeans, L.E.I. offers a wide range of denim designs, many of which can currently be seen on country music cutie Taylor Swift in the brand's latest ad campaign. The teen chart-topper professes her personal preference for skinny jeans, which can be found in the Krystal style, which is available in asphalt tornado (a faded grey), ozone dark blue and black.
If boots are in your fall wardrobe forecast, then the Lady and Alice styles featuring the slight flare for which the boot cut is famous is the right fashion fit. For casual comfort try the flared jeans, such as the faded Ashley style or the Sophie, which comes in a darker denim.
Available in juniors and junior plus, the figure-fitting bottoms can be matched with LE.I.'s line of casually chic camisoles. The Grace style support cami, which features spaghetti straps and a lace-trimmed hemline, comes in royal blue, blue, black, fuchsia and light grey, while the Samantha style offers two camis in one. Both dotted and star-patterned under layers are available.
Cooler weather is just around the corner, and you can look stylish while snuggling with your significant other in a hoodie jacket. Emblazoned with an LE.I. graphic, the Susan style overdyed zip hoodie is available in flattering fuchsia, white, grey or black. For a touch of girlish glamour, the short-sleeve Emily Pullover Hoodie, featuring a drawstring bow, offers the buyer's choice of a butterfly or a heart design, while the cap-sleeve Jenny snap hoodie is available in plain colors or a star pattern.
Scoring a home run with female sports fans since its launch in 2007, the Touch clothing collection from actress Alyssa Milano combines the comfort of timeless sportswear with a sexy, contemporary edge. Following are just a few of the fashions that sport the logo of America's top baseball teams:
* A wardrobe staple for every sports enthusiast, the classic raglan shirt gets a feminine facelift with the addition of side rouching.
* A rayon jersey peasant top designed with a flattering scoop neckline and dainty cap sleeves or a full button, 100% cotton jersey cap sleeve blouse featuring flouncy frills along the front will wow the crowd when you show up on the jumbotron.
* Whether you're watching the boys of summer round the bases or standing in the batter's box yourself, a two-layer tank top is an out-of-the-ballpark look. An adjusting drawstring helps to emphasize your waist, and a racer back shows off your shoulders.
* Let your love for your favorite team shine in the off-season with a silk satin jacket, created with a ribbed collar, cuffs and waistband, while a 100% cotton rib hoody accented with an elastic gathering at the waist is fashionable fall attire for all baseball fans.
* Female fans can make a stylish statement from the stands in a spaghetti strap dress. Designed with an empire waist, ruffled hemline and a bra top, this girly garment's still got game- your favorite team's logo is embroidered on the lower left side of the skirt.
* Be a vision in a visor the next time you go to the ballpark. Framing your face in a more feminine way, the shortened classic visor is embellished both with the embroidered name of your preferred team and the team's rhinestone-studded logo, while a honeymoon visor brings a touch of romance to America's favorite pastime by adding lace trim, satin taping inside the band and a rhinestone-accented team logo.
Regarded as Tinseltown's top trendsetter, it comes as no surprise that the Paris Hilton footwear collection is in step with this summer's hottest styles. From Roman-inspired gladiator sandals to highlight sun-kissed gams to cork platforms-- a staple of '70's shoes, a walk in the heiress's shoes can be a trip through the fashion files.
Retro romantics looking at add '40's flair to their wardrobe can slip into Vogue, a square-toed silhouette constructed with satin fabric, accented with an imitation gemstone and featuring a 4 1/2" stiletto heel that hearkens back to the era of the pin-up girl. Eden, an embroidered wedge sandal, adds a dash of '60's flower power to any frock, while the aptly-named Fierce-- a metallic platform, and the equally fetching Fever, featuring a cork base, recalls the days of disco.
Stilettos are in style no matter the season. A study in streamlined seduction, Crush-- a patent leather stunner featuring 3 1/4" heels-- can take the wearer from a day at the office to an evening date. However, there's nothing subtle about Epic's seductive qualities, which includes a back zipper, thick ankle straps and a 3" tapered heel.
Each created with a heart-shaped comfort pad and soles that showcase the star's trademark tint, the Paris Hilton footwear collection is sold at several high end stores including Macy's, Kitson's and online at Amazon.com.
In the following Watchmojo.com clip, Paris Hilton marks the February 2008 debut of her footwear line:
2008624: Stylish Silhouettes From Sienna Miller's Clothing Line
Praised for bringing boho chic on to the pages of high-profile fashion magazines in the mid-2000's, silver screen beauty Sienna Miller has turned her sights from floaty frocks to a more streamline style with her clothing brand Twenty8Twelve. Since its debut in 2007 the fashion line, helmed by the star of such romantic fare as Casanova and Stardustand her sister Savannah, has released collections consisting primarily of a black, slate grey and white palette displayed on a canvas of shirt dresses, body-hugging jeans and schoolgirl-influenced above-the-knee attire accented with Peter Pan collars.
Although somber colors are a staple for Twenty8Twelve (a name derived from the movie star's date of birth), occasional bursts of butter yellow, ocean blue and bubblegum pink (paired with grey for an '80's-inspired ensemble christened "Claudie") make appearances in the spring/summer 2008 collection.
Twenty8Twelve clothing can be purchased at such upscale stores as Intermix, Neiman Marcus and Saks and ordered from a number of online clothing sites including Asos and shopbop.com.
Attire both relaxed and refined, the curve-conscious, horizontal-striped dress from Sienna Miller's fashion line shows who the readers of AskMen.com voted Sienna Miller #2 on their list of the top 99 most desirable women. The outfit fit in perfectly at a photocall with Keira Knightley at Edinburgh Castle for their upcoming flick, The Edge of Love. Image details: 'The Edge Of Love' - Photocall served by picapp.com
Below, watch a Style.com clip of the Miller sisters as they enjoy the launch of Twenty8Twelve with a star-studded bash at New York City's Gramercy Park Hotel in July 2007.
2008618: Short and Sweet Silhouettes from Balzac Clothing
Every petite woman has faced the same problem when shopping for clothes-- searching through racks of regular sizes yield only disproportionate designs and an embarrassing search through the children's section offers only an array of age-inappropriate attire, leaving only a scant selection of blouses and pants available in sizes 2 and 4 from which to choose. Recognizing a need for feminine frocks for women 5'4" and under, designer Lynn Colclough has recently debuted the spring/summer 2008 collection of her fashion line, Balzac Clothing.
From the Empress-- a dress sure to impress when out for an elegant evening, made of 100% teal cotton shell, 100% red floral silk and featuring a 100% natural color taffeta lining, to the flirtatious Vintage Joanny dress (shown) with its sweetheart neckline and ruffled hem, the Orange County, California designer offers contemporary creations for those who may be short in stature, but never short on style.
For more information, visit: www.balzacclothing.com Photo courtesy Balzac Clothing and PRWeb
