Christmas In July Sponsor Spotlight: Naomi & Nicole

Originally, when I contacted Naomi & Nicole, a part of the Cupid Intimates family, I had them in mind for the In Honor Of The Tatas Breast Cancer Awareness event this October. However, I am pleased to say, they'd really like to sponsor the Christmas In July event! AND...If all goes well, which I know it will, again for the Tatas event featuring one of their other fabulous brands! (You HAVE heard of Miraclesuit, right?! That's one of them!) I am absolutely thrilled to include them in Christmas In July. Sure, my prize package consists of a lot of baby items, but there is one thing ALL babies have in common: They all have Mamas! And most of us Mamas have stubborn belly pooches and other lingering remnants of pregnancy that could often use some help smoothing out and disguising.(Unless, of course, you're one of the super-lucky, genetically abnormal women who seem to have somehow escaped pregnancy induced bodily changes and look just as great post-pregnancy as you did before baby came!) For that reason, I think Naomi & Nicole is the perfect addition! Sure, you can win a ton of great things for baby, but now you can win something luxurious just for YOU as well! Added bonus!

Let me tell you a bit more about the fabulosity that is Naomi & Nicole. (Yes, I am aware that 'fabulosity' is not a word, but it's MY word, as fabulous wasn't a strong enough term to describe how much I LOVE this company!) Yes, I really, really love the products Naomi & Nicole has to offer!

Naomi & Nicole offers a great line of shapewear and undergarments that are attractive, comfortable, and affordable. This is shapewear for REAL women, with REAL lives. Throughout the day, our bodies move....Whether we be chasing mischievous toddlers all day, working out, or even sitting behind a desk in an executive office, we women are always on the go. We want to look and feel our best no matter where our busy lives may take us, and we rely on our shapewear to help us achieve just that in a comfortable, inconspicuous manner. While there is plenty of shapewear on the market that can smooth bumps and bulges effectively, there isn't much available that can be worn in complete comfort without the need for constant tugging and readjusting. And panties? Well, we all know the horrors of clearly visible panty-lines or panties that ride up creating uncomfortable "wedgies" when we're active. These issues can be rather embarrassing, and quite frankly, annoying! Who wants to have to readjust their shapewear or free a wedgie in public? Not me!

I am happy to tell you that Naomi & Nicole has successfully tackled these common shapewear woes with their awesome line of products. They offer shapewear and panties that feel like a second skin and stay in place beautifully. They even have an extensive line of panties that are guaranteed to never ride up. When our bodies move, our panties tend to move with us...Not always a good thing. Naomi & Nicole's line of panties stay in place due to a new technology called Wonderful Edge. What is Wonderful Edge? Simple! It's a breathable, silicone edge applied to the legs of their panties that prevents wedgies and eliminates VPLs. This revolutionary panty won’t ride up and will remain invisible under your clothes. These panties are so amazing, their Lace Trim Hipster Panties were even featured in the February, 2011 of Good Housekeeping Magazine! And we all know just how stringent Good Housekeeping is when it comes to products they feature!

This awesome Wonderful Edge feature also adorns the waist-band area of their awesome shapewear as well! No more tugging and pulling. Wonderful Edge keeps everything right where it's meant to be!

Maybe you have stubborn body issues that you'd like to find the perfect solution for? I know my problem area is my lower belly...I have the dreaded belly pooch! The rest of my body looks great, but I just can't seem to shake that little flabby, rounded THING that's below the belly button, mocking me every day of my life. This is thanks to 3 pregnancies, all resulting in C-sections, I'm sure. This causes great amounts of anxiety for me. I don't have the confidence to wear a lot of clothing due to this issue. I don't have much body love. Well, no matter what your body woe may be, Naomi & Nicole offers a great product matching tool that addresses very specific body issues. So whether you have the belly-pooch like me, a saggy behind, back fat, or even a muffin top, Naomi & Nicole can help you find the product that's right for YOUR unique body needs. They realize that one product does NOT fit all, since no two bodies are exactly alike. That's why they're committed to helping women of ALL shapes and sizes find the perfect products for their unique body types. I am SO glad there's finally a company that realizes we're not all thin, perfect, stick-insect women, or Lollipop Ladies, as I like to call them. (Lollipop Ladies-Definition: Those unrealistically perfect women whose heads are the widest part of their bodies. Also see: Freak of Nature) So no matter what your body type, Naomi & Nicole has you covered! They even have waist cincher type products to help achieve that hourglass figure we all covet!

Here are the products I received for my review, as well as my opinions of them!

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Naomi and Nicole® Unbelievable Comfort® Underwire Camisole
This single-ply, lightweight underwire garment is made of high-modulus Tactel® fabric designed to provide a smooth look for all-day wear. Wonderful Edge® at the bottom holds the cami in place. Wear it like a bra that also smoothes your midriff. Pair it with any bottom for a custom fit.

Awesome Features:
-Wonderful Edge® on bottom of cami
-No lines, no ride
-Stays in place
                                                  -Underwire support
                                                  -No bra lines or back bulges
                                                  -Wear under anything as you would a bra

My Opinion:
I LOVE this cami! It is very soft to the touch, lightweight, and offers moderate to strong support. Being a D cup, I also love that this cami has underwire support and keeps my tatas exactly where they should be without flattening them out or compressing them oddly, as some other body shaper products sometimes do. This cami does not ride up at all, thanks to the Wonderful Edge technology, and it always looks fantastic. It smooths out any minor bumps or bulges effectively without restricting breathing or movement. Due to the lightweight nature and breathability of this item, you won't even break a sweat! I have worn this under dresses, and even on its own with a pair of skinny jeans. You see, this item does not look like an obvious body slimmer. It looks like a normal cami that you'd wear anytime, anywhere. So yes, it can be worn under clothing, but don't be afraid to wear it as a top, too! This is NOT your mother's shapewear, ladies! It is modestly sexy, lightweight, and beautiful. I should also point out that the silicone Wonderful Edge is not odd feeling against the body. You really wouldn't even know it was there at all, after about the first 5 minutes, It also doesn't leave strange red marks or indentations on the skin. Overall, this product gets an A++ from me. The only thing I would change is that I would have loved it if the bust area was a bit more plunging to highlight just a little bit of cleavage. This item provides a fuller coverage, which is nice, but my husband likes the look of a bit more cleavage showing! But this is just a matter of personal preference, and doesn't take away from the look or feel of the product at all.

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Naomi & Nicole® Lace Trim Boy Short
This waistline panty will stay in place all day long, even while exercising. It’s so lightweight you’ll forget you’re wearing it. It features a beautiful, scalloped floral lace trim. Our breathable Wonderful Edge® silicone finish, placed at the legs, prevents wedgies and eliminates VPLs. This revolutionary panty won’t ride up and will remain invisible under your clothes.

Some Awesome Features:
-No control (Although Naomi & Nicole DOES offer several control panty options as well.)
                                                  -Wonderful Edge® on legs
                                                  -No ride, no lines
                                                  -Stays in place
                                                  -Regular rise with hip and upper-thigh coverage
                                                  -3 for $27

My Opinion:
I cannot say enough good things about this panty! I absolutely LOVE the look of boy-short style panties, but have found that 99% of the time I've worn them, they would ride up, creating embarrassing wedgies. This has not been the case with these panties, though, thanks to the Wonderful Edge technology on the legs! I love the sexy, flirty look of the lace at the top of these panties, and the fabric of these great knickers is incredibly soft, silky, and super lightweight. They are very comfortable, and they definitely stay right where they're supposed to! I ordered a Large or size 7, thinking I would need that based on my hips, but I probably could have very comfortably gotten a medium. I am between sizes, and at 5'4" and 140lbs, I usually wear between a 7 or 9 in Juniors or an 8/10 in misses. So I erred on the side of caution and went with the large. I'm wishing I hadn't, since I think a medium would have more than likely provided a better fit. This is not saying anything negative about the product though, as I am sure it has more to do with my poor body image. I always seem to think I am bigger than I really am. Keep in mind, this is the smallest I have been since...Wow...12 or 13? I'm still getting used to my new body. But these panties are fantastic, and I love the way they feel while wearing them. I have worn these many times, usually with sundresses since I am a dress loving gal, but also with skinny jeans a few times. I have never noticed a panty line peeking through my clothing, and these are so comfortable, it almost feels like going commando! And this microfiber panty comes in a variety of fun colors, too!Overall rating? Again, Naomi & Nicole has earned an A++ from this mama!

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Don't these products look amazing?! I guarantee you will LOVE them! And guess what? Naomi & Nicole will be offering one lucky follower the shapewear item AND panty of choice during my Christmas In July event! (Yay!) 

In the meantime, here's how to connect with this fabulous company!

HOW TO CONNECT:

You can buy Naomi & Nicole products on the Cupid Intimates website as well as at select fine online retailers.

You can also connect with them on Facebook and on Twitter to stay on top of their newest products and promotions!  FYI: Doing so NOW will put you ahead of the game once my Christmas In July event begins!


***Disclosure: I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***