Panache Cleo Collection

Panache Cleo Collection - Ellis Balconnet Bra and Briefs*







Everyone loves fresh, new underwear don't they? Blogging about underwear is not something you see regularly as it feels strange putting something quite personal online but I've tried to photograph this underwear set in a way that enables you to see the beautiful pattern well.

I was recently asked if I'd like to review something from the Panache autumn collection and after browsing through the selection I settled on the Ellis Balconnet Bra and Briefs. This isn't usually something I'd go for as it's floral and very girly but I thought it looked really pretty and I'd never tried a balconnet fit before so thought I'd give it a go.

I'm not someone who buys new underwear for every season. I tend to buy it every now and then when I spot something pretty or have some spare money to splash. I usually just stick to black/white/nude colour bras and a variety of patterned boxer type shorts. I don't usually go for patterns like this and especially not pinks.

The new autumn collection focuses on different pink hues and dusky colours and I just love them. As you can see the pattern is gorgeous and the material is super soft on my skin. Both parts of the set are very flattering and although nobody is going to see your underwear it definitely makes you feel that extra bit special when you have it on.

From what I can see you can't get your hands on these on an official Panache website, but they do suggest other online stockists. I had a little look on the website to find out where my nearest shop is. I was really surprised to see there is one in Weston-super-Mare, so I'll definitely be checking the shop out. There's such a fab collection to choose from and while the prices are a little bit more expensive than what you'd pay in a regular shop, I think it's worth splashing out on something special.

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Simply Beach Swimwear and Lingerie

SimplyBeach - Victoria Padded Balcony Bra - £26*, Victoria Mini Brief - £12*

I was recently asked if I would like to review a product from SimplyBeach.com. I was given a £50 voucher and free reign to choose whatever I wanted.

The site contains full ranges of women's swimwear and lingerie, as well as some nightwear, loungewear and a few bits for the guys too.

It was pretty difficult for me to choose something as there is so much to chose from. I first thought about some loungewear or nightwear, but then realised I already have so much of that. I decided against swimwear as I wouldn't be using it and it would just be a waste of a voucher so I ended up deciding on the Victoria Padded Balcony Bra in Berry with matching bottoms.

There were a lot of other products that I wanted but I found that a lot of the sizes were out of stock, which was really disappointing. I personally also found the prices a little expensive. I personally probably wouldn't spend my own £26 on a bra and then another £12 on the bottoms! That's one thing that really annoys me is the fact that we now have to buy underwear in seperates. Maybe that's just me though?

It didn't take long at all for the products to arrive so I was really happy about that. I was a bit disappointed by the blue parcel bag covered in brown tape though. I get the impression that this website is a bit better quality than most so I was expecting some really nice packaging. Packaging is always a big thing with a product such as underwear so I'll admit I was a bit disappointed to see a blue blob land on the door mat.

Overall I think the sizing is spot on and there is a great selection to choose from, I just wish more of the choices were in stock. They have some really nice nightwear, which I would definitely look into further with Christmas coming up.

This post contains PR samples