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We think we have pretty good eyes when it comes to spotting and picking up new, emerging and established hero brands. However we realise we must be missing out on a load of great innovations and products.

Therefore we welcome brand owners to email in and tell us about your products. We promise to look closely at every brand and product put forward. We will also trial the ranges to make sure they do what they say they are going to do!

If we like your brand, feel it is a good fit for Everything Under the Dress and would be well received by our customers, we will buy it in, put in on the site, and start selling it!

So if you think you have something that might be suitable please email us at info@everythingunderthedress.com

Remember we are looking for great products and brands that ulimately make women look and feel good. We don’t sell clothing or fashion accessories, we are looking for items worn or used under the dress, just as the name suggests!

I’m Sorry Mrs Scully

Way, way back in the 70’s I was at school in Australia.  My best friend then is still my very best friend today.  We used to laugh so much about our PE teacher, Mrs Scully, and I realised that we still do but now it is with great fondness.  She was all the best bits of Miss Jean Brodie, none of the worst.  She taught us that “horses sweat, men perspire but ladies GLOW”.  She had us dancing and batton twirling but we really knew that she was truly crazy when she was teaching us facial exercises.  Yes, it’s true.  We had whole lessons devoted to the facial workout way back in 1979!

I’m not laughing anymore, I’m weeping at every lovely but expensive and avoidable CACI session I’ve paid for.  Now I’ve started to do the Eva Fraser facial workout program just wishing I’d listened all those years ago, but grateful to have another chance.  Mrs Scully, 1970’s PE teacher of Nagle Girls High School NSW, I’m sorry I didn’t appreciate you.  You are terrific!

Fields of Funny Walks

I truly do not understand how women manage to stay upright in heels.  To me, they are a triumph of art over practicality, of height over happiness.

It looks hard enough on a flat surface.  However, today’s fancy parties, with their outdoor venues and uneven surfaces are an added challenge.

More than once I have watched as an apparently drunk lady has stumbled past walking like she’s on the tail end of a 3 day bender, only to find she is actually a sober, articulate person strapped to a pair of impossibly high heels, trying to negotiate across a muddy field.

Outdoor venue season is here.  Our girls would usually be hoping we’ll hold them up but not this year.  Produce a pack of Heel Candy and give your lady a mini platform to help her stay upright and look sober.  Unless of course, she really IS drunk.  Then you’re on your own.

Mission Progress

The team have really pulled out the stops to conquer the shoe and clothing care mission.  There is much calling for samples and testing going on.  The first success was presented to me as a definate treat, a real peice of candy.

I have been introduced to Heel Candy.  Little stoppers to slip onto your heels and “stop that sinking feeling” particularly suitable for a summer filled with outdoor events.  I confess I haven’t tried them outdoors yet, I’m still waiting for summer, but I have tried them indoors.  My most gorgeous friend N, lives in a truly beautiful home with  exquisite original wooden floors.  I was delighted to be able to visit her in my most loved stiletto’s and be able to keep my shoes on.  There was no damage to said floors and as an added bonus, no footstep noise.

Watch out for these, we’ve ordered them in from Australia so we have a few days to wait.  It’s another UK first for you, from us, at Everything Under The Dress.  We’re sure you’ll love them!

Hot to trot

With the Spring nearly upon us, it’s time to get those hands and feet ready to shine!

You’re watching and planning the new seasons treats, you’ve got the timeless accessories and the make-up that takes you from frumpy to foxy in a matter of minutes. (more…)

A Fatal Shade of Grey

My dear friend D said the magical and fateful words “your laundry is soooo white!” and hey, abracadabra, within 24hrs I’d had my first laundry disaster for years.  Somehow, by some mystery force, my little laundry bag holding a selection of my favourite white lingerie, found it’s way into the machine with school uniforms and grubby games kit and a pair of  jeans. 

A quick  and unsuccessful dash round town for the solution lead to laments, beating of breast and a new mission for our team.  The mission, which they have graciously accepted, despite lack of glamour and excitement, is to significantly improve our range of fashion fix it, shoe and clothing care products.  The mission is on, keep an eye on that category.  But don’t hold your breathe, there is a lot of very serious lingerie shopping done first!

How to Look Good in Party Dresses

You can have the best shoes this side of Harvey Nics, maxxed out your credit card on a handbag sent straight from heaven and had every hair on your hair personally snipped, coloured and coiffed into perfection but if you don’t have the secret weapons to add the Va Voom into your killer frock, you may as well stay home.

Before dishing out precious words of advice on all the things you really need to wear on the inside, where it counts, please also know that if you intend dragging your hearts desire home after a few cocktails and a whirl around the dance floor you must have an appropriate stash of “ something more comfortable to slip into” ready to be used when you get home. Playful Promises’ Zodiac Panties or Hanro of Switzerland’s Satin Babydoll Nightdress are both classic fall back positions. Forewarned is forearmed after all.

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Fashion First Aid Review by Nazia Fazal

Boostits - full cup - extremely comfortable and discreet silicone inserts that boosted (and enhanced) my cleavage. Never thought to purchase these before but they really do give that extra oomph without letting on that you have had some extra help. Initially felt strange against the skin but got used to them almost immediately and forgot they were there. This is due to the natural feel and look of the silicone. I was worried that they wouldn’t stay in place but they stayed put the entire day. But make sure you follow the instructions on the box and adjust your bra strap after inserting them.

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The Twelve Goddesses of Christmas

‘Ho-ho-ho’, needn’t turn in to ‘Ho-ho-holy cr**!!!!’ in the frenzied rush towards December 25th. This year’s best presents are easily found with a few mouse clicks on Everything Under The Dress. And best of all, these treats are delivered to you first, so that you do feel for a moment like you’re the one getting spoilt. Well, until you have to wrap them up and put them aside for your most treasured best friends, sisters, mothers, colleagues and clients anyway.

The twelve goddesses of Christmas are all women you know and love. And here is the personalized present list for each one.

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The words “Yes” and “No”

Men,
This Month’s topic is the use of the words “Yes” and “No”, and the use of each when discussing fashion related issues with your partner.

The easy bit is knowing when to use them – if the question is “Does my butt look big in this?”, obviously the answer is “NO!”. If the question is “Do you like this outfit?, the answer, even if she is wearing a Bedouin Tent, is “YES!”.

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