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Nine Out of Ten Recessionistas Agree...

2009-05-17T19:44:24Z

Recession or not, you have to look hot. That is a given. So, recessionistas world wide are getting resourceful, wising up, making B lines to the clearance rack and looking to maintain their current levels of fabulousness by spending less and getting more. Essentially, girls, we’re shopping better in this new era of price savvy.

At Shop Barbara, we’re doing our part to bounce your personal economy back with the best deals on exceptionally hot looks and high quality designs that are sure to keep you from getting frumpy while you pinch those precious pennies.

With so many stunning designs under $59 at Shop Barbara, you can stay in the where-did-you-get-that zone without sacrificing your vanilla latte. No need to worship at the alter of Shop Barbara for serving recessionistas so well. That’s just how we roll.

Just a few examples of the many new recessionistas wise deals available at Shop Barbara:

Commando Panties: The New Lineless Standard

2009-05-11T01:38:42Z

Fashion rule #248: Panty Lines are Not Your Friend. For sure, you need that sexy fitted look, whether it’s designer jeans or a snug skirt, but what to do about the dreaded panty line, catalyst of trillions of finger pointing chuckles world wide. Enter Commando Panties from Shop Barbara.

Here’s how it works, Commando Panties at Shop Barbara are entirely seamless and 110% sexy. A perfect staple for your panty drawer, never again will that perfect look you’ve put together be foiled by pesky panty lines. Available in a broad range of designs from Shop Barbara, including black leopard, brown leopard, zebra, camouflage, with or without lace insets and low rise, just to name a few, you can reach panty lineless glory and fame in just a few easy clicks.

Bonus Shop Barbara Tip: Yes, the conventional wisdom says when you’re wearing white on the outside, white is your best bet on the inside. Au contraire! Unless you really want to show off that new Shop Barbara panty set, when wearing white on the outside, go with nude on the inside. ;)

The Look For Less

2008-10-23T17:11:00Z

You know times are tight when the fashion blogs are promoting deals and steals. After reading one of my favorite blogs, www.eye4style.com, it is a realization that times are tough. Lots of BOGO (buy one get one) advertisements and tons of coupons codes for super expensive clothing.

We all have experienced the dressing room meltdown or the depression at the sight of a credit card bill. The beauty of www.shopbarbara.com is that you do not have to spend hundreds of dollars to have a complete look. There are plenty of items that are far less money than at the name brand sites and you do not need any promotional code. We offer great deals all the time and especially now that times are tough we do not play the coupon game. Some sites offer a deal for 24 hours only to extend the sale for another 48 and wait now it gets extended through the weekend. One has to wonder if they should wait for a better deal to come along with all these tactics being played. With $5.00 shipping on all orders, looking great for less is finally a possibility. New styles arriving weekly with fashion at your fingertips.

Build A Better Relationship With Your Intimates

2008-10-22T17:27:17Z

While they may be called unmentionables, let's just say that the proper undergarments can make your posture and shape improve and make that basic garment look redefining. So take some time out of your overscheduled life to sift and sort through your overstuffed lingerie drawers. Browse through our selection of bras and panties and add some everyday essentials and sexy little somethings to your intimate drawer.

What you need to know about what lies beneath. Bras worn regularly have a shelf life of about a year. If your straps are stretched out, cups have lost their shape, or lace is torn then it is time to say good bye to the bra. Replace those old tired bras with something new and needed. Remember that the correct fit is important. The center of the bra should lie flat against your breastbone and not gape. The straps should be adjusted so they do not dig into your shoulders and the band on the back should not ride up. The new wacoal contour underwire bra is fabulous.A molded contour cup creates a smooth finish under the lightest of tops and prevents any nipple show through. Engineered to give total support with a smooth appearance. Be sure to have a strapless in your reach that fits well. Felina's Hint of Skin strapless bra is the apex of luxury, molding to the body like a second skin. The strapless bra is seam free and sewn free. This ultra modern design and innovative style partners freedom and comfort with the ultimate fit.

One Bra That Does It All

2008-10-15T22:05:39Z

The Jezebel Caress Push Up Bra may not be the most beautiful bra that you come across but this bra style packs a mean punch. A demi cup bra with graduated (padded from the bottom up - not an all over pad) bump pads that lift your bust from the bottom while pushing your bust up with natural looking enhancement. A plunge neckline that works with deep v neck clothing styles. Smooth cups that work well under a t-shirt or fitted clothing. She is available in black and nude and in A cup through D cup. What is even better is that this bra has the capacity to do really great tricks. Jezebel makes the caress push up bra with straps that are completely removable which means you can interchange the straps for clear straps which come with the bra, or you can put colored or decorative straps in place. What is more is that you can lengthen the straps and wear the bra as a halter style or as a cross back bra which gives you so many options. Even better is that the caress push up bra is made to last and with a little TLC this bra will maintain its shape and quality. All of this while not braking the bank - a mere $28.00 and well worth every penny.

Fall Trends

2008-10-13T20:21:13Z

A new season; a new trend. We all covet the one piece that makes us feel like we have the "it" piece of the season. There are so many trends and styles on the market right now it is hard to figure out what to buy. ShopBarbara will guide you and offer you enough options that you can choose what feels right for you. Flexibility is key when making a purchase - knowing that what you buy can transition from day to night. Ask yourself if you can wear this trend from season to season and still look fashionable. One such piece is the ruffle front short dress. Wear this dress with high boots or heels for a sexy look or pair it with flats for a great day look. Feminine with a flair while still affordable and on trend. This dress is on trend with its ruffle front, knee length and sexy open back. We have sold out of this style twice and we know it is a proven winner.

Fab Finds Under $50.00

2008-10-10T20:42:33Z

Fact: the economy is bad. Fact: times are tough. Fact: we still like to shop because it feels good. I do have to admit I am awed by the sites that are still showing bags, shoes and dresses for upward of 350.00. It just does not seem right to be spending like before when $1000.00 was $100.00. If one site sends one email a day to announce their latest sale there are others that send 3 a day to proclaim what you must have. While others are offering discounts on lines that have NEVER been on sale. I know shoppers who are trading in their Louboutin's for Steve Maddens. Desperate times call for desperate measures. All of this because times are difficult. ShopBarbara has taken an altogether different approach. Clearly we want to maintain our level of style while still offering a great value. We are price sensitive and realize that this is what matters now.

Our Hoody Wrap Shawl at $46.00 looks like a million bucks on. You can wear it so many different ways and keep it in your wardrobe for a long time. It is available in 3 great colors and is a wardrobe staple. As winter approaches our Long Sleeve Lambswool Cardigan at $42.00 will keep you warm while looking hot. These are just a few choices, come and take a look around and know that we are aware of the situation and want to make shopping still feel good.

Meet the New Cutie and Bootie

2008-09-22T22:27:50Z

The latest collection to be revealed by Cosabella is entitled Never Say Never and that is exactly what we are thinking. We will never be able to say never to wearing these wonderful lace thongs.

“Bootie” a Hi-Rise Lace Thong and “Cutie” a Low-Rise Lace Thong are engineered out of an ultra stretch, ultra soft lace to be seam free. These new arrivals are the first seamless lace panel thongs to boast no elastic so they lay extra soft on the inside of your thigh. A must have for your intimate draw! Bootie and Cutie are sure to become everyone’s favorite new lace thong. Available in a variety of colors they have become an everyday staple to my day and evening wardrobe. Feeling sexy has never been as comfortable as with the new Never Say Never line by Cosabella.

Cosabella Bootie Hi-Rise Lace Thong

Cosablla Cutie Low-Rise Thong

Details, details, details

2008-04-30T14:39:45Z

All around us we are seeing the emergence of a focal design element – the bow.

It may be very subtle. A prominent trimming for intimate apparel, bows are being added to the back of a thong, on a bra strap or placed between bra cups for a finishing touch. The message this conveys could be "I am a gift" and invites one to be “unwrapped." The Affintas Ingrid Lace Underwire Bra expresses just this idea. A small bow placed between the lace bra cups adds a sweet touch to this underwire bra. The matching Ingrid lace boy short flaunts bow details on both legs.

The inspiration for these details proves a trend in the making. The result is feminine, delicate lingerie to wear and show off.

Affinity Bras - Ingrid Lace

BoyShorts at ShopBarbara.com

2008-04-28T12:43:09Z

Look inside your lingerie drawer. Do you notice anything missing? If you have not already stocked up on boyshorts this season you are missing out on this new trend. For some women boy shorts are more comfortable than thongs and come in a variety of fabrics including cotton, mesh, nylon, lace and microfiber to complement everyone’s lifestyle. Boy shorts offer minimal panty lines making them a staple for every day wear. Even the Felina style 351, which has scalloped edges on the rear, is constructed to make panty lines invisible. Try wearing them under short dresses or skirts for a fun and flirty feel. Low rise boy shorts can even be worn under jeans so no fabric peeks out of your waist line. Boy shorts do not have to be purely for comfort either. They can be feminine and alluring when covered in lace. One of our favorites for special occasions is the Jezebel Hugs and Kisses boy short, which is made of a stretch floral lace and has a scalloped trim leg. These boy shorts are guaranteed to be sexy while offering more coverage than a bikini. With an option for everyone, having boy shorts as a staple in your wardrobe will complete your lingerie collection.

Felina 351 Boyshorts

Jezebel Hugs and Kisses Boyshorts

Honeydew Back To Basics

2008-04-20T19:24:38Z

We see the pictures of beautiful women wearing sexy lingerie and relish the images. We wish we could look like the women we see without having to give up our comfort. Honeydew Intimates lets us have the best of both worlds. With attention to detail and feminine features, this line of panties allows us to be flirty yet comfortable. With delicate lace trim the rayon hipster boy shorts make it an essential basic for our every day wardrobe.

These rayon hipster basic boy shorts are made of super soft fabric with the right cut for every day wear. They are low waisted yet sensible without any bows, frills or ribbons. Honeydew Intimates gives us a comfortable panty that is still exciting and sexy. Another favorite is the mess rumba boy short.

These boy shorts are covered in delicate layers of nylon making it a must have for every woman. Available in prints and solids the Honeydew rumba boy short is pretty enough for special occasions yet it is still comfortable and considered a basic for every day wear.

Last Chance to Save on Designer Bras and Panties

2008-01-31T04:18:23Z

Last Chance to Save on Lingerie

Well, our annual lingerie sale is coming to a close and if you were an email subscriber you received an extra bonus in your in box. Even if you didn't get a bonus, there is only one day left to save 20% or more on all of our designer lingerie.

One of our best selling bra brands this January is Chantelle bras. For more than 100 years, Chantelle has been dedicated to the art of creating great fitting, high quality molded bras. The Chantelle bra collection maintains the highest European standards of manufacturing and a Chantelle strapless bra is an investment in quality and tradition. If you've never tried Chantelle, now is a great time.

Of course, our best selling panty brand is still Hanky Panky Panties. If you don't own a Hanky Panky panty or two, you are really missing out. Boasting the "world's most comfortable thong," we figure they must be right because everyone seems to love it every time Hanky Panky comes out with a new color of panty.

Is Romance in the Air?

It is that time of year again, time for love. Even if your not a big fan of Valentine's day, it is always a great excuse to spice up your lingerie wardrobe. Going with the traditional "red" - we've got a fantastic Jezebel bra and panty set called "Hugs and Kisses."

If red isn't your color, check out the Hanky Panky Dance Dot Babydoll and Thong Set (Black & White) that is also available with a matching low rise thong or boyshort. or the Hanky Panky Signature Lace Teddy (Black).

For more Valentine's day ideas, click here to see our special selection.

Shaking it up at ShopBarbara.com with Awake, By Deep & Free People

2008-01-25T17:57:10Z

What's New at ShopBarbara.com

Over the next few months, you'll start to see lots of changes at ShopBarbara.com. We're working on a fabulous new design to help make shopping even easier. We want to make sure your online shopping experience is as safe as possible. So, we have recently boosted our security by adding ScanAlert to our site — making sure our site is safe from hackers. You can check us out at HackerSafe. We have also recently added live chat. If you ever need style advice or are unsure about a fit, feel free to chat away with our stylists.

Ok, on to the fun parts. On Thursday we added over 50 new styles to our collection —- including three new labels for ShopBarbara.com: Awake, By Deep, and Free People. We also added some of our classics like Green Dragon and Code Vintage. All five lines feature an array of stylish dresses, T-shirts, and tops. Visit our What's New section to see it all.

Awake and By Deep are two relatively unknown brands, but let's be real: not everything you own has to be some fancy brand. We brought in both Awake clothing and By Deep clothing because the styles are fun, contemporary, and affordable. We have three By Deep dresses right now and all are less than $50 - including shipping.

Free People is part of the Urban Outfitters group and you might ask yourself why we decided to bring in this brand. Simply: we love it. We've only started with 5 styles - all tops. We know its cold everywhere in the country, but not here in Florida. These Free People tops boast vibrant colors - reminding us that spring is right around the corner and its time for something sunny.

Hot New Hanky Panky Styles

You know them, you love them, the "world's most comfortable thong" - Hanky Panky. This week we added 13 new colors and styles of Hanky Panky panties, 6 new colors of the low rider thong - 4911, a super sexy new black and white dot babydoll and panty set and a very cute pink dot cami with two matching Hanky Panky panty styles. We also received 2 new colors of the Hanky Panky 113 soft lace bra - navy and mandarin. The new navy set has already been a big hit in our stores and we know you'll love it too.

20% Off Bra and Panty Sale at ShopBarbara.com

2008-01-11T05:32:32Z

Now until January 31, take advantage of our huge lingerie sale. Almost every item in our bras and panties categories is 20% off. Get great savings on brands like Cosabella, Felina, Hanky Panky, and Wacoal.

Just in time for Valentines, Jezebel bras offer sexy, sas, and still maintain a high comfort factor. The hugs and kisses red bra and panty set would make a great gift for that special woman in your life.

With such great prices, now is the time to try out a new bra. One of our most popular brands is Chantelle bras. Designed for women with fuller breasts, these Chantelle bras are comfortable, seamless and stylish. For more than 100 years, Chantelle has been dedicated to the art of creating great fitting, high quality molded bras. The Chantelle line will leave your t-shirts smooth and your breasts looking good.

35% Off All CLothing at ShopBarbara.com

2007-12-19T20:42:13Z

Happy Holidays from ShopBarbara.com. Right now all of our clothing is 35% Off. We've got great brands like Sky, James Perse, LA Made, Scanty, Johhny Was, and Green Dragon (just to name a few), so take advantage of this fantastic offer while it lasts.