It's been relatively under-reported, so you may not be aware that Spice Girl Mel B was announced as the new face of Ultimo Lingerie earlier this year. The lack of press is odd, because the line looks surprisingly good. Regardless, the underwear's appearance isn't the most appealing aspect for Mel B. Rather, she likes it because it makes her feel naked.

"It's not like wearing underwear -- I like walking around naked so it's perfect for me," she told the UK's Sun newspaper. The singer also shared: "It's weird seeing massive posters of me in my underwear ... But it's my body and I like it."

And what's not to like? Mel looks exceptional in the new ad campaign . Check it out.

We love the fact that Jennifer Hudson is voluptuous and totally confident in showing off her curves. And we know she worked right along side Sarah Jessica Parker in the Sex and the City movie, so is SJP to blame for Jennifer flashing her bright pink bra at the MTV Movie Awards? SJP's hubby, Matthew Broderick probably thinks so.


In fact, he blames his fashion icon wife (and her most famous character, Carrie Bradshaw) for the trend of women showing off their sexy lingerie in public. But, back to the matter at hand -- Jennifer Hudson's bra. How do you feel about this look?

What qualities would your perfect bra have? Of course, it would have to provide proper support and be comfortable. And, it would need convertible straps so it can be worn with just about anything. It needs to cut low enough for you to wear your deepest neckline, but still provide a seamless appearance under a clingy t-shirt. It should lift and separate, but not so much that it makes your breasts look fake. Oh, and it should be a little sexy, too.

Are we forgetting anything? Because it turns out that building the perfect bra is a lot more scientific than we had realized.

As far as lingerie goes, your specific "needs" will be dependent upon your lifestyle. And we don't mean just your nightlife. If you wear a a lot of skirts and pants that show your pantylines, you need no-show panties. If your pants tend to be of the low-rise variety, you need some undies that will stay low, too. And, if you're an athlete, you need undergarments that stay in place during strenuous activity (you know, the kind of strenuous activity that requires you to keep your clothes on).

According to Divine Caroline, there are five things every woman needs to have in her lingerie drawer. Check out the gallery to see what they are, and be sure to let us know if you'd add anything to the list!

Whit Honea is a slacker, a borderline degenerate, and a daydream believer. He's also our resident expert on casual chic. If it's comfortable, and not heinous, he's all over it. He's quite charming, really.

Peanut butter and chocolate? Sure, those are two great tastes that go great together, but let's face it, they're no longer shocking the world with their combined novelty. The time as come for Reese's to step aside, there's a new cup in town, and it ain't kosher.

We bet you had no idea that a bra could be life threatening did you? Well, it can. A woman in Greenville, S.C. had a near life threatening experience with her Victoria's Secret lingerie.

I don't know about you but I have not had good luck with strapless, backless, bra contraptions in the past. They are always falling off and sliding down. Straps slip and things pop out where they shouldn't be popping out. So when it comes to supporting my girls, I tend to stick to the conventional. Give me a plain old fashion under wire bra any day!

But never fear, bra expert Maidenform is here! Their new Breakthrough Backless Bra looks seriously promising. It doesn't have tacky clear plastic straps. But it does have straps, they're just not conventional. The only thing this bra is lacking is the band that goes all the way around your chest.

This bra was invented by single mom, Elaine Cato, and showcased on the show American Inventor. To learn more, keep reading.

I'll just start with the obvious: Don't you wish your girlfriend was hot like this? You know, assuming you have a girlfriend. If not, it is also acceptable for wives, co-workers, or in the case you are an actual woman, yourself.

The Pussycat Dolls performed at the Mercedes Benz 2008 Los Angeles Fashion Week to showcase their new line of intimate wear- you know, the stuff from their videos.

The ladies "sang" while the models did their thing. It's eerily like a reoccurring dream I have, only my soundtrack is better.

I could just ramble on here, but I believe the Pussycat Dolls say it best:


See? If you like lingerie and bad grammar then this line is for you. Hell, even if you're neutral on grammar it's still fun to look at:

Well, the pre-red carpet coverage on E! (yes, I started tuning in at 4:30 -- what?!?) included a short fashion show from Victoria's Secret, and one of the items they really pushed as a must-have red carpet undergarment was the Very Sexy 100-way Strapless Convertible Bra.

On the television, I have to admit, it looks like a bit of a miracle -- they showed a couple of different necklines and types of straps, and the bra was able to accommodate them all. However, they didn't exactly get to 100 different styles, so I'm not sure how accurate the name is. Also, none of the models were particularly well-endowed, so I'd be very curious to see how the bra worked for a more busty broad who actually needed the support.

I then checked out some reviews and was pretty disappointed to see that many women who tried the bra on were less than thrilled it. It seems to be a good concept but perhaps needs a little work. At any rate, if you have a gown (red carpet or otherwise) with a neckline that seems to make wearing a bra impossible, you might want to check out your friendly neighborhood Victoria's Secret and give this bra a try. Or, if you already have, let me know what you thought of it!

Want to dress like a celebrity, but don't feel super comfortable about letting your boobs hang out all day? Don't worry, my fashion-forward (but kind of modest) friend -- there is a solution!

Meet the Winkee -- an additional undergarment for the more reserved fashionista. While it might look like someone simply got a little confused when putting on their underoos, rest assured, that's how the Winkee is supposed to look. It attaches to your bra, and serves as an alternative to wearing a tank top underneath your plunging neckline.

So next time you want to wear that hot new top, but would rather guys weren't distracted by your, um, more obvious assets, try the Winkee -- and you'll know they're paying attention to you, and not your yaboos.

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The most common excuse I hear for wearing atrocities like tracksuits and terribly ill-fitting pants (please see the picture to the right) is "But it's so comfy!" Um, okay. I didn't know comfort was a reason to show up to the supermarket like a velour nightmare. How many times have you stumbled out of bed, gone to the nearby Starbucks with the intention to be in and out within ten minutes, only to bump into a friend (I won't mention if they're super attractive or not) and be immediately consumed with hot embarrassment because you look like you, well, stumbled out of bed? And if that hasn't happened yet, it will, my friend. It will. Looking somewhat decent doesn't take that much work, actually. No one should have to get glammed up to go for a morning coffee run, but no one should be able to confuse you for a homeless person either. Here are some helpful hints on how to not look like a slob without sacrificing your morning.

For large-chested women, exercise isn't easy. In fact, even a quick sprint to the elevator can be a little painful. As part of an effort to relieve this breast-related pain and aggravation, a team of Australian scientists are developing a new kind of underwear that helps keep your boobs secure.

The new "intelligent" bra is the first step in designing a new garment that goes way beyond your boring old sports bra. It's fitted with tiny sensors that measure any movement in the breast, and thus has been providing manufacturers with the information they need to make a better-holding brassiere.

During testing, scientists discovered that: "Apart from strap-related pain, many females, particularly large-breasted women, are restricted from participating in physical activity due to exercise-induced breast pain associated with excessive vertical breast displacement." And by that I think they mean: if they bounce too much, it hurts.

So breathe a sigh of relief, ladies. It appears you won't have to endure the pain much longer.

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Did you miss the Victoria's Secret fashion show when it aired on TV? Never fear! Thanks to YouTube, you can check out the whole thing online. You can see all the looks (most of which are great, by the way), and also catch Hedi Klum singing a duet with her husband, Seal -- plus the requisite crappy model acting as a transition between segments.

The photo above links to part one. Because you can only upload 10min videos to YouTube, the rest of the show has been broken down into four additional segments: part two, part three, part four, and part five.

Enjoy!

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I know that not everyone here at Styledash approves of Kohl's, but I do. In fact, I've been looking forward to Kohl's new Vera Wang collection since it was announced last year.

And apparently I was not the only one who was looking forward to Wang's dip into democratic design. Some of the more popular separates are now selling on eBay for up to three times the retail price.

The good pieces incorporate Vera's signature style: luxe fabrics, rich colors, elegance. To me, the SimplyVera intimates come closest to the the look and feel of the high-end Vera Wang. A case in point is the Lace underwire bra and thong, which look like they could be sold in a regular Vera lingerie store. What I like most about these dainties is that they're sexy in a demure sort of way.

It's Simply Vera, indeed.

They say that 70-85% of women worldwide are wearing the wrong bra size. I probably am too, which inspired me to go to Victoria's Secret to ask for some help with bra shopping. But let me tell you something, those girls are not helpful.

Sorry to bore you will my breasty details, but it is key information for this story. At one point in my life I was told I was a 34D, so while shopping at Victoria's Secret the other day I picked up a 34D and asked the salesgirl to come in and tell me if it fit properly. She told me since I had it on the last hook I needed a 36C. That's fair because that was the size I always thought I was (before someone told me I was a 34D). She runs back out on the sales floor to get me a 36C and returns with a 36B. I asked "What is this? This isn't a 36C" She replies "Oh, the 36B will fit you much better."

Um. What?

Going from a 34D to a 36B that makes po sense to me (plus my breasts were popping over like some baked bread). I ended up leaving with two 36C's, hopefully they are the right size. Next time I am taking matters into my own hands with the Size Me Up! tool. It quickly and effectively helps you figure out your perfect bra size. Through his experience performing breast surgery, Dr. Edward Pechter has developed a bra measuring system to help women accurately find the correct bra size. Hopefully, all of us women wearing the wrong size bra will use this tool and make things right again.