Moving away from their normal format of transforming ugly ducklings into fashion swans, Stacey and Clinton of "What Not To Wear" tackled the subject of what goes under those beautiful clothes. Filled with lots of great tips, the show featured how or fit a bra - something we know a lot about here at HerRoom.

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Based on what we’re seeing on the runways and in the shows, Spring fashion is about feminine. Dresses are back, lace is enjoying new popularity, color is popping, and 'buff' is the new neutral. Sure, lots of what's in your underwear drawer will work with Spring's new clothes. But, at HerRoom, we're big believers in the under coordinating with and enhancing the outer. Why not add that hint of lace or get a little support with the new knits? And, as far as color goes, with soft neutrals starring on the runways and bright colors in the stores, we probably could all use some lingerie color coordination. Learn more in our articles about lace, color, and dresses for Spring.

As we mentioned last month, underwear as outerwear is still hot. But what’s even hotter is a hint of lace peeking out from under shirts and tops. According to this AP article,

"'Today's woman likes to have a hint of lace showing under a white blouse or have the top of a lacy camisole show. It's modern, sexy and accepted,' says Barbara Lipton, vice present and general manager for fashion brands at Warnaco."

Lace is everywhere and not just for trim. Seattle Weekly gives high mark to Hanky-Panky’s incredibly comfortable stretch lace panties. Eyelet, that old standby, is enjoying a resurgence too, showing up on tops, dresses, even evening gowns. Why not continue the trend in underwear as well? Check out the sweet trim on bras like this from Vanity Fair.

Today's lace promise a comfort that belies its old image as starchy and stiff. In fact, textile manufacturers are bringing lots of innovations to standards like linen and cotton --making them more interesting and more comfortable. For you textile-followers, the Internation Herald Tribune has a great article on fabric trends.

Dresses are back with a vengeance—everything from belted shirtwaists to empire styles to slinky jumpers and chemises. This article from the San Francisco Chronicle points out that “After many seasons of separates ruling the runway, skirts and dresses, but especially dresses, dominated the American and European collections for spring. There are so many styles that even if you don't see yourself as the dress type, there is more than likely a dress for you”

And what goes under those dresses? If you’re going for the new soft knits or flowing cotton voile, a little shaping may be in order. Control panties like Flexees firm control high-cuts can help with a smooth look.

Under all styles of dresses, the slip is making a comeback. Like dresses themselves, the slip has a certain sexy innocence that’s appealing across the age groups and, surprisingly, with young shoppers.

Half or whole slip, long or very short, it’s time to add a new-fashioned version of the perennial to your wardrobe. You can see all of HerRooms’ slips here.