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GETTING A SLIP THAT FITS.

A non-clinging slip, half-slip or chemise is an essential item to create a smooth body line under clothes and allow clingy knits to skim over the body. In addition to the slimming slips described in the Shapers section, there are slips made of fabrics with anti-cling, anti-static properties that won't wash out, such as DuPont ANTRON IIIŽ nylon.

SLIP FIT TIPS

Slips go to all lengths to please, and should be chosen with your height and the length of your clothes in mind:

DEMI (D) 16 inches (mid thigh)
SHOR (S) 20 inches (top of kneecap)
AVERAGE (A) 22 inches (mid knee)
FASHION (F) 24 inches (bottom of kneecap)
TT 28 inches (mid calf)
LL 30 inches (lower calf)
FORMAL 37 inches (ankle)
FORMALT 40 inches (tall ankle length)

SIZING UP FULL SLIPS

Full slip sizing is equivalent to dress size and bust measurement:

DRESS SIZE BUST MEASUREMENT SLIP SIZE
8 30 30
10 32 32
12-14 34   34
16 36 36
18 38 38
20 40 40

SIZING UP HALF SLIPS

To choose the correct size half slip, check your hip measurement:

HIP MEASUREMENT SIZE
32-35 Petite (P)
35-38 Small (S)
38-41 Medium (M)
41-44 Large (L)

STYLES Strapless and Bra Slip: A full slip with a built-in strapless bra or underwire, padded or padded push-up bra with straps.

Tailored, Lacy Full Slips: Full slips may be very tailored to create a smooth line under knits, or lavishly trimmed in lace at the bodice and hem.

Chemise: A flirty little mini-slip in lengths that range from top of the thigh to mid-thigh. Perfect for short skirts, asymetrical or slit hemlines.

Half Slips: Half slips come in many lengths and may be smooth and tailored or lavishly trimmed with lace.

Stretch: Slips blended with LYCRAŽ that provide a smooth line and ease of movement. The stretch fabric may be in the bra and bodice or allover, for body-conscious knits.

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