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October 2014 is breast cancer awareness month and many celebrities are doing their bit to support the cause. British supermodel Kate Moss models for this pretty in pink campaign which incorporates the famous BCA ribbon in the shot.

Stella McCartney has designed the special Gemma Relaxing range in neon pink as part of her Autumn/Winter 14 Lingerie Collection in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Contour balconette bra is made in neon pink geometric lace with two-tone, adjustable straps with gold hardware. Wear the bra with matching comfortable Gemma Relaxing briefs.

A percentage of proceeds from the sale of this item will be donated to The Linda McCartney Centre to support their work in providing the most advanced treatments and technologies for patients with breast cancer.

The inspiration behind breast cancer awareness month is to raise awareness around the disease, creating an underwear set that reminds women to keep healthy.

A beautiful bra for a brilliant cause, buy the BCA underwear set here.

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The brainchild of Made in Chelsea star Rosie Fortescue and launched by her twin sister Lily, Cheek Frills is an underwear brand for comfy, fun and luxurious lingerie.Launched in October 2012, Cheek Frills is now stocked across the UK in store and online.

Ethically produced from cotton modal these knickers, bras and vests come in sets of Days of the Week and Cities of the World: for a perfect gift try the “Fashion Jet Set” or “Long Weekender” Sets of 4! There is no better way to see in the weekend from Monday than starting every morning with a pair of Cheek Frills; so comfortable you will never want to take them off!

As a frequent traveler I’d particularly love the Cities of the World set but can’t find them available anywhere. For the Days of the Week set buy here. The box of eight includes an additional ‘Happy Day’ Pair for special occasions.

www.cheek-frills.co.uk

STRIP, Wax Bar, Notting Hill

When it comes to waxing, girls across London swear by one beauty salon… I’d heard whispers about STRIP from girls at work, friends from school and pals from university. Finally it was time for me to break a lifetime habit (I have always visited an uber cheap place in South Ken) and venture into this pretty posh waxing parlour.

As this sexy brand grows in popularity the branches are multiplying. Notting Hill’s boutiquey venue is located conveniently near to Portobello and Westbourne Grove. I was stunned immediately by the rainbow lace display of alluring lingerie… the Hanky Panky and Mary Green ranges are particularly tempting… I found myself justifying a spend of £70 for matching bra and knickers.

I was so encouraged by the exemplary pre-wax care and attention that I even braved a Brazilian. My gorgeous smiley beautician Emily looked after me, talking me through every step… explaining the process so I could leave hairfree and educated by the experience.

Aside from feeling totally relaxed in the warm and comfy room, a tv plays background music videos, the perfect distraction. Strip have a variety of their own products, of which I tried the Chocolate and then the Lavender Hot Waxes. The use of hot wax is much less painful than strip waxing, much healthier and more effective. As a relatively inexperienced waxee, I wasn’t sure what to ask for – luckily Emily took control when I faltered! The wax was surprisingly fun, almost relaxing! The thick smooth wax smelt and felt divine, and gave amazing results, removing even the shortest hairs and leaving the skin barely red.

Emily recommended various products to improve my bikini line for future waxes… South Seas Bora Bora Body Polish for exfoliation and a very easy to use Ingrown-X-IT Solution spray to prevent ingrown hairs.

Hands down the best wax I’ve ever had, I’m hooked and am already planning my next Strip visit.

Visit the STRIP website here for more information and to book.

http://www.stripwaxbar.com/default.aspx