Erotic Designs Heighten Ballet

By Kirsten

French choreographer Angelin Preljocaj’s Snow White ballet is a delightfully erotic contemporary ballet.

The familiar story ahs transformed from the Disney classic back to its Grimm roots.

What really stands out is the stunning costumes by John Paul Gaultier. More flesh than you’d expect to see in any rendition of Snow White, the evil queen shines in her S and M black leather while Snow White plays up the lacey white costumes.

 

Gaultier’s costumes put this Disney classic in new, sexy light. His understanding of the female body plays up the ballet and characters.

Following the closing of the ballet, Prelijocaj looks to take on other shows with a new, sexier twists.

Coregasm: Orgasm Your Way to Lingerie

Kegels, Kegels, and More Kegels!

By Katie

There is such thing as a "coregasm", or an exercise-induced orgasm, that can happen right in your very own gym. Even better, it can be done SOLO with no equipment!

 Photo compliments of Shape.com

These extra exercises plus a skinny get-up (picture of your most SKIMPIEST lingerie!) will win you the gold medal with your man.

Mimi Holliday Nonettes Bra & Peep Hole Lace Panties, $78 bra & $66 panty, above.

Strengthening the muscles that control an orgasm can actually enhance the sensation for you, resulting in a bigger "aha" moment. Next time you're urinating, stop and hold the flow for 5-10 seconds, exhaling as your contracting and inhaling as you release. You may not be able to hold it very long at first, but with some practice, you'll definitely become a pro.

At the gym when you're doing your core (link back to abs post) work, substitute a hanging leg raise for another exercise. The more repetitions you do, the more "tingly" you'll become.

 Thanks for BestAbWorkout.com for the image above.

Beginners- try a supine leg drop to reap the benefits too!

Thanks to ExpressFatLoss.com for the image above.

WARNING! You may want to try this exercise when there's not a lot of people around ;)

Gold Medal Workout

By Katie

Dara Torres, Iconic Swimmer in Olympic Games 2012, during a Milk Ad.

Okay, not all of us are blessed with the talents and abilities that of the Olympic athletes, but that shouldn't stop us from working out like one! These five core strengthening exercises will work your core in more ways than one; the rectus "six pack" abdominis, transervse "belt" abdominis, internal and external obliques, and erector spinae will all be recruited, leaving you with gold medal worthy abs that you can flaunt in a red, white, and blue themed lingerie get-up!

 1. stability ball rollout (olympic abs 1)

2. jack knife (olympic abs 2)

 

3. super(wo)man (olympic abs 3)

4. back extensions (olympic abs 4)

5. t-stabilizations (olympic abs 5)

Recipe(s) for Success: Workout & Lingerie

By Katie

 Image Thanks to Pinterest

You've just worked out. Hard. And now you're ravenous. Sound familiar? Yes, it's extremely important to refuel after a sweat (or romp) sesh, but you don't want to undo what you just did.

Remember, abs are made in the kitchen; here are 3 protein-packed recipes that are easy to make, healthy, and under 300 calories:

Image Thanks to Pinterest

1. DIY Trail Mix: 1/4 nuts, 1/4 dried fruit, 1/4 cup seeds, 1-2 tablespoons flaked coconut, 1-2 tablespoons chocolate chips. Mix together and portion 1/4 cup into baggies to store in your gym bag.

Image Thanks to Pinterest

2. PBB&T: 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter, 1 banana, 1 whole wheat toast. Spread the PB on the toast, slice the banana in half and place it in the bread, fold the bread up and eat-up!

Image Thanks to Pinterest

3. Smoothie: 1/2 cup cherries (fresh or frozen (they help with soreness too!)), 1/2-1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt, 1 banana, 1 tablespoon nuts, water or milk to smooth it out. Blend all ingredients in a blender either the night before or the day of, garnish with more nuts and/or fruit.

All of these combo's have just what you need after a sweat-sesh, regardless of your activity of choice ;). Eat within 30-60 minutes after a workout to reap the benefits of these snacks and have energy for the rest of the day/night!

Dita Tesses Out Interview

By Eve

Her burlesque shows are noteable, her lingerie is retro and glamorous...Dita Von Tesse has created herself a nice niche aimed at sex appeal. To find out more about this fabulous women, click on the video below where she is interviewed by Russel Brand.

 

DITA VON TESSE INTERVIEW BY RUSSEL BRAND:

Quotable Lingerista: Sharon Stone

 “I dont believe makeup and the right hairstyle alone can make a woman beautiful. The most radiant woman in the room is the one full of life and experience.” -Sharon Stone

Lingerie-Worthy Abs

By Katie

 Pinterest

It's a fact: abdominals are made in the kitchen; 70% diet, 30% exercise will get you ready to strut your stuff in one of Eve's skimpy outfits. Contrary to popular belief, performing millions of crunches will not get you lingerie-worthy abs. Yes those crunches are strengthening your abdominals, but if there's a layer of fat on top of them, your hubby won't get to see them! Here are 3 rules to fast-track your exercise results and get you in lingerie sooner:

 

 

 Pinterest

1. Eat a balanced diet consisting of lean protein, healthy fats, whole grains, and lots of fruits and veggies. Great choices: Greek yogurt with fruit and nuts, turkey sandwich on whole-grain bread with a slice of part-skim cheese, banana and peanut butter with celery, oatmeal with fruit and nuts.
2. Incorporate high intensity interval training into your regime. Sprint for 30 seconds followed by 60 seconds (or longer) of recovery at a moderate-intensity pace. HIIT stimulates HGH during and after your workout! 
3. Drink lots of water! It helps move things along so you're not bloated in this (insert image of your lingerie), keeps skin and hair glowing, and hydrates you.

Photo: TheFitHousewife.com

Complete this quick core workout before a romp session as a warm-up; did you know that you can burn between 85-250 calories during a romp session? Talk about motivation! 

 

Exercise in Bed: Lingerista Style

By Katie

Fitness doesn't have an agenda. Whether you're scrambling to turn the alarm clock off in the A.M. or dying to crawl into bed at night, you have time to sneak in a little exercise! Remember that confidence-thing we talked about? What better place to boost your confidence (and libido) than right in bed?

 Pinterest: Lingerie and Fitness

Exercising in bed can be just as beneficial to you as if you were to exercise in a gym; the unstable surface of the mattress provides core strength and stability (similar to a BOSU or balance discs) and body-weight exercises are all fitness professionals talk about! 

(Before beginning this or any exercise program, please consult with your doctor)

 Pinterest: Exercise in Bed

1. Morning Bridge. Lie on your back, knees bent, and arms by your side. Lift your heals into the bed as your hips press towards the ceiling. Squeeze tight! Slowly lower back down and repeat 20 times.

2. Pillow Push-ups. Place 2 pillows side-by-side on the bed. Making sure your arms are right underneath your shoulders, place your hands on each pillow (you'll be slightly off-balance and that's what we want!) and lift into a plank position on knees or toes. Complete as many push-ups as you can (with good form) for 30 seconds.

3. Mountain Climbers. From the push-up position, alternate one knee into your chest, for 30 seconds.

4. Crab Dips. Sit on your bum and place your arms behind you, fingertips facing front. Lift your hips up so that you're in a tabletop position. Bend your elbows straight behind you, letting your bum hover over the bedspread, then press straight up. Repeat 15 times.

From KissTheGroom.com

5. Super(wo)mans.Lie on your stomach, arms straight overhead and legs straight behind you. Lift your upper body then lower body and hold for a couple of breaths, squeezing everything. Slowly lower and repeat 10 times.

6. Bed Squats. Time to get up! Swing your legs around so your feet are resting on the floor; toes, knees, hips, and shoulders facing front. Press through your heals and come to standing, squeezing hips forward. Slowly lower back down to the bed and repeat 20 times.

You DO have time to exercise! Who knows, maybe you'll motivate your significant other to join you. You know how the saying goes.

Lingerie Chic: Blazers & Lingerie

Blazers and Lingerie?!

By Bianca Torres

As the summer arrives you see many new styles come into play. For instance, neutrals are worn as (basic) black would be (worn) in the winter season.  One thing is for sure, Camis (camisoles) are a must have for the summer season, be sure to always have a couple on hand.

 Photo: Armani

US Magazine.com 

There are many different ways to wear a cami for instance take a look at a shot from Rihanna's photo shoot for Armani's 2012 Summer ad. The silk cami with the lace trim is an absolute fave for any summer event. That's right I mean you can wear this cami as outer wear instead of just in your bedroom.  To make it even more interesting combine this silky top with a blazer! Yes, a blazer; it is the perfect look for meeting up with a friend for lunch, going out for a happy hour, or even work! If you have a top such as this one Rihanna is wearing (pattern), be sure to team it up with a bare blazer.  This will surely give you the statement outfit you are looking for, with minimal effort.  

Photo: rdjour.com

Joonbug.com 5 Easy Steps to go From Daytime Drab to Nighttime Fab

A blazer gives any outfit that last magic touch before it becomes perfectly sexy and sophisticated. Pair the silk cami with a nice bright blazer and you have the perfect summer look; you can wear jeans to dress down the look or simply wear your favorite white shorts- either way you will look trendy with a touch of class. You can't go wrong with this union, putting this outfit together will always result as a hit anywhere you go. With the right shoes and bag- you are ready for whatever comes your way.

By Katie Evans

Confidence (noun): belief in oneself and one's powers and abilities; self-confidence; self-reliance; assurance.

The definition of confidence; so simple yet so hard to grasp for some of us. Why is it that we can ooze confidence in our careers, outfits, and with our girlfriends but once we're in an intimate setting, we freeze? Owning and embracing our self-confidence is the first step to looking and feeling our best! Fitness and confidence go hand-in-hand, and it's the one area that you have complete control over. 

 

Now, before we go parading around in one of Eve's skimpy little numbers, we need to own our confidence:

1. Stop comparing! We're all made to be different so embrace it; if everyone was alike, it'd be a pretty boring world.
2. Think positively. Instead of complaining about your "problem" areas, embrace what your body HAS done for you. Did you have a baby recently? Run a race? Defeat a sickness? Have a motto that you can use to lift your spirits up (like "Celebrate Your Inner Eve").
3. Except mistakes. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. 
4. Surround yourself with positive people. Just like sneezes, positiveness is contagious.
5. Do something you love. Everyday. Be greedy, put yourself first, and make sure you're happy before serving others because that positive energy will follow you.

Confidence starts with YOU. 

Next week, we'll discuss exercises that we can do right in our bed with our new confident-self!

9 Rules for Washing Your Bra

Emma Gray from The Huffington Post has some great tips on washing your bras! Ladies, I looked over their tips and heartily agree with her on these tips.

"It's an unparalleled relationship. You're supported, consistently, each and every day. You've probably been going steady for years, and you never have to make those oh-so-awkward parental introductions. Yes readers, we're obviously talking about the tried-and-true commitment that exists between you and your bra.

The average woman owns nine bras but only wears six of them regularly. When you compare those statistics to the number of other outfit essentials you own, it becomes clear that extending the longevity of your lingerie is probably a good idea -- especially as those undergarments can get quite pricey. Redbook Magazine reports that that women spend around 16 billion on bras each year, worldwide.

In an effort to help you increase the longevity of your lingerie, we spoke to a few experts who helped us put together a list of nine hard and fast rules to follow when it comes to bra care...."

9 Tips to Washing Your Bra:

1. Wash Them Often...Enough
2. Hand Wash Your Bras...If Possible
3. Always Use Gentle Cycle
4. Clasp Your Bras Before Washing
5. Take Advantage of Laundry Bags
6. Stay Away from Bleach
7. Don't Mix Your Whites & Colors
8. Keep Your Loads Light
9. Always Hang Dry
   

For more detailed information on the tips, click on 9 Rules for Washing Your Bras: What Your Lingerie Needs from You.

A special thanks to Emma Gray and The Huffington Post for this post!

The Quotable Lingerista: Finding Beauty in the World

“Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Simplicity. Confidence. Beauty from Within.

While Emerson is certainly not a Lingerista, his quote on life certainly can be applied to lingerie! I agree with Emerson that the first place to find beauty is within. It's also why interviews are shocked to hear me say that confidence is more attractive than anything a woman can buy, including lingerie. I know that I sell lingerie, but lets be honest. Self-confidence is the greatest aphrodesiac that a woman can poses. If lingerie helps give her the extra added assuredness needed, then more power to her. But beauty must come from within.

Full of comfort, romance and simplicity, the Fleur't Lulu bralette (in coral leopard print and blue ,each $35) with matching boyshorts ($35) brings out the best of a classic bralette and boyshorts.

Find out why Lingeristas are Fleur't converts from the first purchase! Once you put on a piece of Fleur't lingerie, you won't want to take it off.


"Celebrate Your Inner Eve" today at Eve's Apples Lingerie!

Special thanks to VinylLettering on Etsy for the vinal image of the last Emerson quote.

Free Shipping on Lingerie

For those of you Lingeristas who didn't know, there is always free shipping at Eve's Apples Lingerie on orders over $100 when you use the code FSHUNDRED!

We love to encourage women to get the lingerie they love and feel good about ordering online.

Enjoy!

Behind the Scenes Lingerie Video: Part 12 ~ Mariana Lingerie

To see some great Behind the Scenes shots and video of Mariana Lingerie, click on the video below.

MARIANA LINGERIE VIDEO

To see more videos of Past Season Lingerie from high fashion designers, click on Behind the Scenes Lingerie Videos.

Keep Me Lingerie Bag Give Away!

For Keep Me bras and lingerie, click on Keep Me Bras & Lingerie.

For more information, click on Keep Me Lingerie Bag Give Away Promotion.

Classic Pin-ups: Black Sheer Lingerie

The Seduction of Lingerie

Lingerie...for women and for men? The question always seems to be is the lingerie for you or your significant other (husband, boyfriend, lover, girlfriend)? Or for both of you? Different brands and the collections within their lines target women or men, sometimes both.

The red Reve lingerie set by Simon Perele is both for men and women. What do you think?

The video below speaks with Simon Perele about what women and men want in lingerie.

LINGERIE'S SPELLFUL SEDUCTION VIDEO


Lingerie's spellful seduction
Uploaded by France_24english. - Independent web videos.

Priceless Panty Contest: April's Garden Panty 2010

April is National Garden Month and what better panty contest than a panty to looks like it belongs in a garden!

Welcome to our Eve's Apples Garden Panty Contest!




Our exciting new Eve's Apples' April Lingerie Contest gives you a chance to own a pair of these beauties for FREE! Perfect for spring and upcoming brides, enter and you could win a pair!

Highlights of the Duet Sheer Daisy Bikini 630592:

* Comfortable
* Sheer with daisy lace embroidery detail
* Runs slightly small
* Matches Timpa Duet Demi Cup Daisy Bra

TO ENTER:
1) Become a Fan of Eve’s Apples Lingerie on Facebook and/or follow us on Twitter. Leave a comment on Facebook and/or Twitter

AND

2) Sign up for the Eve’s Apples Newsletter! Every month you'll receive one-two newsletters giving advice, tips, and updates on the latest lingerie, as well as exclusive promotions and coupon codes not offered to the general public.

If you're already signed up for our newsletter, you'll be entered in the contest once you follow / fan us and leave a commet.


PRIZE:
Duet Sheer Daisy Bikini. Retails for $26.00 USD on Eve's Apples Online Lingerie Boutique.

DEADLINE:
April 30, 2009 (5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time).

IMPORTANT:
You must sign up a legitimate working email address for our newsletter to be entered. Winners are notified directly by the email address used to sign up! (We do not spam or sell your email information).

For more information on this exciting panty and other beautiful Timpa products including the matching Duet Underwire Demi Bra, visit our Timpa Product Page @ http://www.evesappleslingerie.com/brand/all/timpa.

As always, feel free to pass the contest on to everyone you know. Bonne chance, my dear Lingeristas!

Celebrate Today & Wear Beautiful Lingerie,

~ Eve

New Arrivals: A Peek at Lingerie

New to Eve's Apples, we recently started carrying one of our favorite designers, Maria Paz Navales, who created, owns and designs Undrest. Undrest has been long known for its Brazillian cut panties, soft, supple bralettes and chemises in its Signature line.

Fortunately, we have some of those favorite lingerie staples that look fabulous on small busted women. These gems are perfect for travel, inner as outerwear and sleepwear, such as the Amelie Bralette (above) for $55. The Signature Collection is even a favorite with Milla Jovovich and the Pussycat Dolls.

(Milla, above, dresses for her body type. She wears a fabulous top, by an unknown designer, which is feminine, chic and perfect on small busts)

If you like the Amelie from the Signature Collection, this cherished lingerie is found at our lingerie boutique. It'll fast become a favorite that you'll go to year after year. This season we'll be adding additional Undrest lingerie, including the Amelie Nightie (below), perfect for brides, honeymoons and Mother's Day.

Recently, Undrest branched out into a Haute Couture line, featured in Elle Magazine (silk lingerie image above), with luscious art deco-inspired pieces in silk and lace. Priced at $356 for the haute couture set above, the Amelie bra and panty set in 100% Supima cotton with silk trim (under $100 for both, image top of post) is a great way to get affordable, luxury lingerie that you'll adore.

Start your day off with Undrest, my dear Lingeristas, and "Celebrate Your Inner Eve Today!"

Behind the Scenes Video: Part 9 ~ Monsoon Lingerie 2010

MONSOON LINGERIE SPRING & SUMMER 2010: BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO