1. Nude is a no-show. White undergarments do not disappear under white garments, so get the idea out of your head. Unless you’re going for the whole “look at my underwear” thing and are positive you can pull it off, wear nude undergarments when you see color is showing through your clothes. Chantelle Icone T-Shirt Bra in Skin combines comfort, style and function. As for underwear, Commando Low-Rise Girl Shorts in True Nude and Hanky Panky Lace Thong in Nude are both excellent options.

2. If show-through is your thing, keep it one color. The sheer trend is big, especially when letting your undergarments show through a dress. I am all about it and ready to partake come summer, but don’t channel the rainbow. Stick with one color, or block of colors, for both your bra and panties. The VPL Insertion Bra and matching VPL Convexity Undi are meant to be shown and great if you’re looking for a bright spring statement. Pair this Agent Provocateur Melody Padded Underwire Bra with the Eberjey Pima Goddess Low-Rider Bikini for a super sexy nighttime look.

3. Smooth with a slip. Gone are the days when women wore slips under everything, which isn’t a bad thing per se. But remember, slips smooth-out lumps and bumps under clingy fabrics and body-conscious designs. With a plethora of adorable and sexy slips on the market today, there is no excuse to look your best in the teeniest spring dress. For full-body options, the Agent Provocateur Zelma Satin Contour Dress will give you show-stopping curves while the Organic by John Patrick Bias Slip is perfect for the thinnest sundresses. If a half slip is more your style, the Carine Gilson Egérie Silk-Satin Half Slip is so gorgeous, you’ll never want to go without.

4. Say no to visible panty lines. This is simplest, yet most readily broken rule. If you’re wearing tight pants, WEAR A THONG. There is nothing grosser than seeing panty lines bulging out from a fitted dress or pair of pants. All lovely and comfortable, these four thongs are safe to try: Elle Macpherson Intimates Obsidian Eleanor Stretch-Silk Thong, Cosabella Soire Low-Rise Thong, La Perla Iconic Surpiqué Satin Thong and Topshop White Deep Lace Thong.

5. Conceal your bra straps. There’s nothing wrong with your bra casually peeking out from a weekday tank top, but for the love of God, don’t let it show when you’re all dolled-up and fancy. There are plenty of comfortable options out there that convert into many different styles, so all you need is one or two to start. As far as convertible options go, Donna Karan Luxe Solutions Halter Bra, Natori Body Options Convertible Bra and Huit Cupcake Bandeau Bra are some of the best. If a plain ‘ole strapless is what you’re looking for, the Calvin Klein Ivory Customized Lift Strapless Bra and Simone Perele Velia Plunge Strapless Bra are both great options.

What are your secrets for looking great underneath your spring wardrobe?

Journelle, a high-end lingerie boutique, (located on 3 East 17^th Street, between Broadway and Fifth) is hosting their second Emerging Designers Trunk Show next Thursday from 7pm to 9pm and you’re invited! This time, they invited four of our favorite young designers, Dessous, the Lake and Stars, Lola Haze, and Damaris. These four designers represent four very different styles loved by four different types of girls.

They’ll also be serving sparkling vodka cocktails and some delicious hors d’oeuvres, the perfect complement to the stunning collections.

Hope to see you all there!

Australian designer Julianne creates ethereal, lavish sleepwear with simple shapes and beautiful fabrics.  Sydney-based designer Nicky Adamo was inspired by her travels abroad and Italian heritage to create a fashion label that combines lifestyle and beauty with sophistication and decadence, in a range of contemporary camisoles and slips. Importing the same luxurious beautiful fabrics that the European luxury fashion houses use, such as silk and couture French leavers laces.

The Julianne collection is all about self indulgence, and is produced from only the finest silks and exquisite French leavers Laces. Each design exudes a subtle sensuality, celebrating femininity and glamor.

The Julianne Pre-Fall Trunk Show is held at Journelle, 3 East 17th Street, from 7pm to 9pm on August 6th. Come to the store for sneak preview of never-before-seen designs from Julianne’s AW08 collection.  Open bar and light food will be served. Please RSVP to ni@journelle.com.