Summer is one of the best seasons to dress for. We all love those feather-weight fabrics, slim-fitting skirts, and curve hugging maxi dresses, but without the right undergarment these styles don’t always love us. Luckily, you don’t have to let sheer fabrics and panty lines turn you off of seasonal trends! Whether it’s a seamless panty, nude slip, or smooth control that you need, there are plenty of options that will help make the most of your fashion favourites. Who can argue with that?

Hanky Panky has just added a seamless thong to their collection and it’s the perfect solution for eliminating the dreaded V.P.L. (that's visible panty lines!). Hanky Panky's seamless Bare Eve Natural Rise and Godiva Hi-Rise are ultra comfortable and light, paired with Hanky Panky's perfect fit. If you’re considering wearing nothing under that tricky dress, consider trying Commando. Undetectable under even the most unforgiving fabrics, Commando invisible thongs, panties, and boyshorts are a great option for those difficult (read: clingy, sheer, and near impossible to wear) garments.

Commando makes one of our favourite slip collections. You may find it old-fashioned, but a slip can make the world of difference to your wardrobe. Commando slips come in an array of styles and lengths. These slips are weighted in the bottom hem (to discourage riding up) and laser cut, making them great under near-sheer garments. Commando slips are fabulous under pieces that cling, shift with movement, or tend to highlight areas that you’d rather keep under wraps. Available in two shades of nude and black as well!

We all know and love Spanx shapewear for its ability to transform the look of even the trickiest pieces in our wardrobe. The entire Spanx collection is a hit at Beestung Lingerie and we stock a variety of pieces. The light-weight control of Spanx’s Skinny Britches works from waist to mid-thigh, making it a great option for summer.

If you are seeking a slip that also offers control, we recommend Spanx's Slimplicity collection. The Slimplicity pieces offer Spanx's signature slimming without blowing your cover.

Elle MacPherson's Lush Bloom Strapless, Lou Paris' Ethnic Chic Long-Line Bra
Brides-to-be are sure to fall in love all over again when they see this season’s stunning pieces from Elle Macpherson and Lou Paris. Elle Macpherson’s feminine Lush Bloom Strapless in cream is perfect for timeless brides everywhere, with floral lace appliqué that will make you say I do.

Stark-white and irresistible, the Ethnic Chic Long-Line Bra from French fashion house Lou Paris, boasts exquisite lace detailing and impeccable structure. It’ll be love at first sight! Whether it's to walk down the aisle or if you are simply seeking some crisp summer lingerie, these pieces are white hot.

Eberjey's Gisele Short PJ Set, Eberjey's Scattered Dot Cami & Short Set, Elle MacPherson's Big Wave Break Cami & Short Set
Summer is finally upon us, which means it’s time to shed that winter-wear weight! Sleeping in will be even sweeter in the latest short and camisole sets from customer favourites Eberjey and Elle Macpherson.

From feminine dots to classic cuts, Eberjey is your answer to the balmy nights ahead! The Scattered Dots Short & Cami set is absolutely covered with the teensiest, tiniest dots, and absolutely brimming with sweetness and style. Reach for the Scattered Dots collection before your beautiful night's sleep! If ‘borrowed from the boys’ is more your style you can’t go wrong with Eberjey’s Gisele Short PJ Set, a Beestung best-seller.

Elle Macpherson’s Big Wave Break set is the perfect combination of elegance and comfort. Embellished with black floral lace detailing, this cream short and camisole set is velvety soft and totally irresistible. These pieces will take you from the city to the cottage in total summer sleep style.

Uptown Yonge's Sidewalk Sale

It's time for our semi-annual neighbourhood sidewalk sale! This amazing event is put on by the Uptown Yonge Business Association and Beestung is thrilled to participate again. To celebrate, we are offering:

15% OFF Hanky Panky
thongs, boyshorts, vikinis, retro styles, camis and more...
FREE GIFT with purchase of $75, while supplies last!

Beestung Lingerie is SO PROUD to sell Hanky Panky. This company is ethical in all areas of their production, from overseeing their US factories to watching their CO2 emissions. Check out our feature on Four Reasons To Feel Good About Hanky Panky.

Come out and support your local neighbourhood, enjoy the spring weather, and scoop up some good deals. We hope to see you out and about!

Four Reasons To Feel Good About Hanky Panky:

1. 100% of the fabric used to make Hanky Panky panties is knit in the USA. Even the cotton fibers are grown in the USA.

2. There are many knockoffs available. While the copycats may look the same superficially, but they do not have Hanky Panky's signature fit, feel, and long life.

3. Many of these copycats are manufactured in countries where you have no guarantee of humane working conditions, so "bargain" undies may come at the cost of the safety of the people who make them.

4. Hanky Panky has been manufacturing in the USA since 1977. Manufacturing locally saves time, fuel, and shipping costs, thus drastically reducing the generation of CO2. It also allows Hanky Panky to monitor the quality of their products and the working conditions in their factories.

Beestung Lingerie is SO PROUD to sell Hanky Panky!

Lejaby – one of France’s original and most-highly respected lingerie houses is back with a vengeance. Founded in 1884, this house is the crown jewel of French lingerie. After a hiatus and some restructuring, the brand has relaunched as Maison Lejaby. Responsible for many innovations in lingerie, this line exudes so many qualities that we love: gorgeous colours, delicate yet supportive shapes, and exquisite lace and embroidery.

Beestung is stocking a number of styles from B-F cup. These full fit bras are works of art, and truly need to be seen to be appreciated.

Bandeau (pl. bandeaux, diminutive of French: bande meaning "strip"), a garment made of a strip of cloth.

Seeking something softer and more comfortable than a strapless bra? Beestung has stocked up on bandeaus for the summer season. These delicate pieces are gorgeous if revealed ever-so-slightly from under a bat-wing tunic, or paired beneath the perfect summer frock. We have an assortment of soft lace, smooth microfiber and even lifting underwire bandeaus. Eberjey's Esther Lace bandeau and thong, pictured above, is a dainty piece that perfectly embodies everything a bandeau should be. We also have choices from Princesse Tam Tam and Hanky Panky too.

Bring in your summer tops, tunics, and pretty dresses to see what works! Bandeaus work best on a smaller bust, and will fit an A-C cup and perhaps a small D cup. If you need more lift and support, we always have a great selection in traditional strapless bras up to F cup as well.

Miss Liberty PJ Set (top pic), Madeline Flutter Robe, Bralet & Boythong (bottom pic)

Hello again,

I have to admit that the soft dove grey colour palette of the Eberjey pieces pictured drove them to the top of the list for my picks of the season. Soft yet sophisticated, fresh and not overdone, these pieces sing to me. Such a universally flattering neutral, drop by Beestung and have peek at these pieces for yourself.

At Beestung this season, I am delighted to present you with one of our strongest collections ever. All year we pour through customer suggestion and wishes to bring you the best lingerie to fit your lifestyle. We scour the lingerie trade-shows to select the pieces that best reflect our discerning customers.

This year, I am thrilled to bring you and even better selection of your favourite sleepwear and bras from the finest brands out there. Some new additions include:

• More and more DD, E and F cup bras for our curvy clientele.
• A greater selection of bras in 30 band size.
• A few great additions in AA and A cup bras for our small busted customers.

Please enjoy perusing some of my favourite picks for the season. We have much more in store too, so don't hesitate to drop by the boutique.

Warm spring wishes,

Aimée & The Beestung Girls

Simple & Sweet From Princesse Tam Tam

We have had so many requests for simple and comfortable sleep shorts. When we saw this Jolie Short from French line Princesse Tam Tam, we knew it fit the bill. Perfect details, simple styling, and classic cut. These shorts will become your favourite piece to sleep or lounge in. Available in both grey and raspberry.

Gwyneth Gazing

We can only surmise that Stella McCartney named this pretty piece after her good friend Gwyneth, lucky girl. With a delicate combination of floral lace and Swiss dot mesh on the panties, this set is sweetness defined. The sugary lilac colour is perfect to pep up your Spring wardrobe. With is soft fitting demi-wire cup, this bra is contemporary and flattering, as well as extremely easy to wear.

A Dream In Crochet From Eberjey

Romantic lace crochet lends a retro feel to this sweet romper from Eberjey. In the perfect green colour that screams Spring, this delicate teddy is made of comfy jersey with lace trim. For a easy and relaxed lingerie look, the Eberjey rompers can't be beat. They are sexy without trying too hard. Trust us, you will knock his socks off in this little number!

Seductive Gracieuse Demi Bra

If you are looking for a stunner you can't go wrong with this seductive demi bra from French lingerie house, Lou Paris. With scalloped shell-like embroidery and delicate pink trim, this bra epitomizes femininity. With a nod to retro styling, this sexy number will quickly become your favourite. Available in B-F cup, the perfect fit of this bra parallels the design of this wearable yet gorgeous number.

While Mother Nature has not yet receive the memo, we at Beestung are confident that Spring is right around the corner. Our optimism is evident in the pretty pastel palette of all the gorgeous pieces we have received for Spring 2013. Some new and notable items at Beestung Lingerie include:

• Gorgeous bras from esteemed French house Lejaby, to F cup.
• Sweet 100% cotton nightwear from Belabumbum.
• Fabulous pieces from Eberjey's Spring 2013 collection. Pretty comfortable sleepwear at it's best.
• Saucy bras from fashion maven Stella McCartney, to E cup.
• Classic 100% cotton nightwear from Swiss favourite, Hanro.
• Delicate & detailed, yet supportive and wearable bras from Lou Paris, to F cup.

Spring is a great time to give your lingerie drawer a good spring cleaning. Many women find themselves holding onto ill-fitting and tired pieces. Organizing your lingerie drawer is an easy task that will make getting ready in the morning a breeze. Here are a few tips.

Sort through what to keep:

• Try on every bra in your drawer. Throw out bras that are worn out and have lost their stretch. Donate bras that you never wear but that are still in good form or that are uncomfortable on you.
• The wire should lay flat against your chest, the bra should not ride up and should be snug enough around your ribcage to give you good support.
• The fabric should still retain good stretch in both the band and the straps.
• If you are unsure if a bra fits well or is worn out, bring it in and we will give you our honest opinion.
• If a bra is still in good shape but slightly too big or small on you, tuck it out of the way in another drawer. Many women find that their weight fluctuates up and down by 5 lbs. A bra that is in good shape may be worth hanging onto.
• Go through your underwear and discard any pair that is worn out, uncomfortable or ratty looking.

Arrange your lingerie:

• Put strapless bras and other pieces that you just wear occasionally at the back of the drawer.
• Separate your bras into nude, dark & colour piles. Further separate each pile of bras by nesting you wear the most at the front and bras your wear the least at the back of each pile.
• Most women wear their dark bras less in the the spring. If that is the case with you place your dark bras further back in your drawer. Give the priority placement in your drawer to your nude and pretty colour bras to pair with your spring and summer wardrobe.
• With your underwear, keep the pairs that you wear a lot at the front of the drawer (your Hanky Panky's, your cotton panties and so forth). Place special pairs that you wear more occasionally at the back of your drawer (seamless Commando panties, shape-wear and so forth).

For a little added romance place a lavender or rose satchel in your drawer to keep all your delicates smelling sweet. Some women prefer cedar balls for their woodsy scent and moth deterring properties. We promise that a little spring cleaning will go a long way in making your life easier!

Our Valentine's Pics

One of our favourite days of the year is nearly here. That's right, it's Valentine's. Time for romance, blooming love and cinnamon candy! Here are a few of our favourite pics for the romantic in all of you.

1) Hanky Panky's three pack of thongs could not be more sweet.
2) Stella McCartney's Lace Balconette epitomizes romance in soft nude and rose.
3) Elle MacPherson's French Flavour bra is on fire.
4) Hanky Panky's cheeky Heart Print Babydoll rocks some sexy style.

Send your sweetie our way for a gift you will love. Or better yet, treat yourself!

New From Eberjey

Eberjey always wins for effortlessly beautiful pieces. The latest collection is no exception. Soft lace, gorgeous details and delicate colours ring in Spring. This line delivers comfort and style all wrapped up into one pretty package. We can't resist these sweet new pieces! Drop by Beestung to check out the latest Eberjey pajamas, chemises, bralettes and rompers.

Our Year End Sale

Beestung Lingerie's year end sale has finally arrived. We are thrilled to announce that this year's sale is better than ever! Drop by for amazing lingerie from your favourite lines at unbelievable prices.

UP TO 50% OFF
*Sleepwear from Eberjey, Hanro and Princesse Tam Tam
*Bras from Elle MacPherson, Princesse Tam Tam and Lou
*Panties from Hanky Panky, Eberjey and Elle MacPherson

The sale will run from January 16th - 31st, but don't delay as the best pieces are always snapped up quickly. We look forward to seeing you. We have extended our sale until February 18th!