Under it All GIVEAWAY!!!

Underwear and Confidence 

I assumed that wearing pretty panties/sexy underwear encouraged confidence.  I know when I have on a pretty pair of panties I feel feminine and beautiful...is that just me?  Anyway, while preparing this post, I searched around on the internet for some hard data to support my thoughts.  I was astonished at how many actual studies have been done on this topic!  Out of the many that I found, I have chosen a few brief (heh heh) facts, statistics, and information taken from Consumer Report via SmartShop Magazine, on the topic of condifence and your underwear.

-Most women prefer to wear cute underwear, according to a Cosumer Report recently published by ShopSmart Magazine.  

-Most women notice a boost in self-confidence when wearing attractive panties and a decrese in mood when sporting granny-panties.  

-Having cute undies available is so important most women own upwards of 21 pairs so there is always one available.  

-Women feel more confident and sexy when they wear a special pair of underwear; A bad pair of underwear can have the complete opposite effect. 

(these particular surveys, below, were conducted by telephone and featured 1,000 women over the age of 18) 

-47% of women surveyed said their underwear had a huge effect on their confidence.

-10% of women own 35 pairs OR MORE

-65% of women wear mostly neural colors, black and white

-56% of women fold their underwear

• -when you hit the age of 34 you are less likely to wear a thong
  
  
  
  All that being said, I found a shop called Under it All.  Under it all is owned and single handedly operated by Sarah Allen.  Sarah provides her customers with BEAUTIFUL under garments and sleepwear made from new textiles and vintage textiles; feminine, luxurious, sexy and comfortable--THIS IS AMAZING UNDERWEAR!

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Here is a little bit more about Sarah Allen and her WONDERFUL shop, Under it All:

I have been waiting for this moment, for quite sometime. It has always been a dream of mine or my dream job to sell my own creations. For years, really since I first saw Martha Stewart introduce ETSY to me, about 7 years ago, I have wanted to put a shop together. 

I love sewing, creating, building and anything else I can get my hands on. Lately I've enjoyed reusing old things to create new treasures. I will note the re-purposed items in my shop, as they are often the most special! Some times, you will even get the story of what it used to be and why I changed it.

For years, I have made various treasures from designer patterns. I would often give them away to family, friends, coworkers or sometimes I wouldn't be able to part with my masterpieces! A few of my favorite fabric and pattern designers are Amy Buttler, Anna Maria Horner and Heather Ross. The 3 of them also have several fantastic books that stretch you imagination while designing a garment in a traditional, professional manner. I have always loved their whimsical fabrics and classic patterns (I can't wait for a great stretch knit from Anna). 

My friends were always shocked I didn't sell my own creations but, I never really had time.Then, everything in my life changed. I suddenly had time! And during that same time period, none of my clothes fit. Not even my bras and panties. So I tried to buy some replacements but, I couldn't maintain a consistent weight. So this proved a challenge for undergarments. They are so expensive. I decide I was going to make my own. I thought about the different aspects from my favorite garments. Adaptations from a shoulder strap here, cup shaping here, and back closure here. I used those details to create my perfect bra, pantie, sleep-set and on and on. 

I want everything comfortable. The softest night gown... comfy, no-wire bra.. no wedgie panties.. I just wanted to be soft, comfy and relaxed.

I feel like I've really come up with some great designs for the smaller busted woman (or a larger bust if you are looking for sleeping items or don't need much support. I have so many friends now having babies, they have been asking me for nursing bras... so I might come up with something more supportive bras soon! Let me know if you would be interested in more supportive styles. I haven't designed any yet, but I might if an interest is shown. 

I hope to make you enjoy your lingerie and sleep well!

P.S. In the effort of full disclosure, I also have my original ETSY account as SarahEBAllen. I originally opened that account as a shopper. when I was ready to open a shop I wanted my shop name to give you an idea of what I am creating. My name alone didn't really cut it.

Under it All sent me the Made to Order Bralette with Adjustable straps AND matching hipster panties:

I was able to choose the color of the fabric and the lace...

I chose Dove Grey Jersey and Aqua lace

Here is it: my beautiful CUSTOM made matching bralette and hipster

The fabric is AMAZINGLY soft, the lace is absolutely beautiful

Sarah made it very clear that she wants her items to fit PERFECTLY.  If there are any sizing issues, Sarah takes the time to send it back and forth until it fits PERFECTLY! She was amazing to work with!  My made to order set was made to fit my body...and it does, PERFECTLY.

adjustable criss-cross back, ensures the perfect comfortable fit.

I LOVE my Under it All items (as well as Sarah).  They are well made, comfortable (like I said earlier, the fabric is AMAZINGLY soft!) and totally stunning. 

THANK YOU to Under it All for sponsoring this giveaway!  Under it All is offering the winner of this giveaway a:

Made to Order Adjustable Strap Bralette!

ALSO, Under it All is offering ALL 'wearing my big girl pants' readers a 15% DISCOUNT on any purchase!  

Here is the discount code:

BLOG15

Here is how you enter:

(THE FIRST ENTRY IS REQUIRED)

1.  Follow me through Google Friend Connect.  Leave a comment on this post letting my know that you follow through google friend and provide me with your email address. (one entry)

(THESE ENTRIES ARE OPTIONAL)

2.  Get a friend to follow 'my big girl pants' through Google Friend Connect.  Leave me a comment with the name of the person you recruited and provide with me your email address. (one entry)

3.  Subscribe to my blog via email.  Leave me a comment saying that you have subscribed via email and provide me with your email address.

4.  Follow me on twitter @VanessaIaquinta and tweet this giveaway! Make sure you tag me and leave a comment (with your email) telling me you tweeted this giveaway! You can tweet EVERYDAY and it will count as a new entry EVERYDAY!!!  DO IT!

5.  "Like" Under it All on Facebook (HERE).  Leave me a comment telling me you "like" Murabelle on FB and provide me with your email address.

6.  Post this giveaway on FB, make sure you tag Under it All. Leave a comment letting me know you posted it on FB and provide me with your email address.

7.  Go to Under it All Etsy store and "heart" your favorite item AND her store.  Leave me a comment telling me which item you heart and provide me with your email address. (one entry)

8.  Go to Under it All Etsy store and browse through her items.  Leave me a comment telling me what you color choice you would go with if you won and provide me with your email address.

9.  BUY something from Under it All. Leave me a comment telling me you made a purchase and provide me with your email address.  (5 entries--this means, if you purchase something, you must leave me 5 separate comments in order to earn your 5 entries.)

This giveaway will end June 30th at 11:59pm