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In the wake of what many are calling a snooze of a NY fashion week, it seems that many designers have seized upon London Fashion Week as an opportunity to branch out, try something outrageous, or even try to drum up support for their favorite candidate. Though London seems like an unlikely place to appeal to American voters, that didn't stop Nicole Farhi from replacing the traditional brooch with a "Obama '08" campaign pin.

While the French designer is not a registered voter in the US, she's managed to work her way into what has to be the most intensely fashion-oriented campaign in decades. It seems like a candidate's fashion choices have become an important dimension for many sartorially-inclined voters. Obama is good-looking, McCain wears expensive shoes, Biden is a snazzy dresser, Palin is bringing back the sexy librarian look -- that stuff's important, right?

We're pretty sure that we've never seen this level of wearable propaganda in either depth or breadth. Whether its shoes, boxer briefs, thongs, glasses or hairstyles there seems to be a way to express your partisan ideology with it.

[via StyleFile]

We've got to admit, it sometimes blows our mind how quickly designers seize on the news of the day and creates literally thousands of goofy, politically-themed shirts, hats, and yes -- underwear. A couple of months ago, we came across news that underwear designer Andrew Christian was hocking Obama-themed undies. Well, as of last Friday, there's a new face being plastered across the crotch of thousands of pairs of underwear: Sarah Palin's.

Just as in the case with the Obama boxer briefs, we're left wondering: why would women want to wear governor Palin's face on their crotch -- AND, is that meant to signify support or disdain? Anyway, searching on Cafe Press' website alone, there are at least 767 variations of Palin undies available, from simple slogans to designs featuring a gun-toting silhouette á la Charlies Angels.

As Obama was three months ago, Palin is right now. She's the political flavor of the month, and retailers are cashing in big. What a circus.

So. Cristian, the creator of Tunasafe, was up late one night and noticed that her can of tuna said "Dolphin Safe". Admittedly more than two-deep in vodka -cranberries, she concluded that that meant there was no dolphin in her can of tuna.

Which, I suppose, is correct.

Somehow, the next morning, this morphed into an idea for a can of underwear that says "Tuna Safe". (Annie laughs for five straight minutes...returns to computer). Let me attempt to walk you through this logic.

1. Established basis: "Dolphin Safe" label = no dolphin in the can.
2. Smell of tuna can in the trash bin the next morning reminds Cristian of the scent of nersty underwear. (Ew.)
3. Cristian decides to make "Tuna Safe" underwear, meaning a can of underwear which contains no tuna.
4. Cristian proceeds to actually do this and market the cans on a very funny website. Props, Cristian. Mad props.

The thongs are by American Apparel and are $14.95, people. Every girl I know is getting one of these for Christmas. Except Grandma. 'Cause she's old, yo.

Trying to decide on a gift for the special lady in your life this Valentine's Day? Should you give her something funny? Sexy? Practical? Why not hit all of the above (sort of) with Betsey Johnson's Stirred Pantini Shaker?

• Funny -- Okay, you've got panties stuffed inside a martini shaker. There's no way that's not going to bring on a giggle or two.
  
  
• Sexy -- Betsey Johnson isn't going to give you plain old granny panties, that's for sure. Each shaker contains three low-rise thongs embellished with lace trim, a small bow, and rhinestone detail.
  
  
• Practical -- Well, embellished thongs might not be the most practical undies you can find, but put that together with a cool martini shaker, and I think you've given a gift that will be totally useful. Think about it: A martini or two now, pretty panties later ...
  

Happy Valentine's Day to all!

Looking for the perfect gift for you sweetie for Valentine's Day? A flower and a card might not cut it for her -- she's sassy, and sexy, and requires something that takes a little more creativity.

Never fear! As we've mentioned before, the Smart Ass Gals are here to help, with signature thongs designed with you in mind. Got a control freak? A natural blonde? Or a gal with some serious spunkiness? These Signature Thongs make the perfect statement and gift.

Of course, if your valentine is a smart ass to begin with, you could always buy her some SweeTarts candy ...

Custom shoes are so costly, but for a bit less you can still have shoes that are uniquely yours. Check out Stephen Bonanno sandals.

Much beloved by preppies and the Lilly Pullitzer Palm Beach set, the sandals are hand crafted 100% leather and can be customized with your monogram. They are available in a wide variety of shades to mix and match with your sundresses and bathing suits. The sandals sells for $125 and there are other sandal styles which are available without monograms for less.

I'm not going to lie and say I have never "gone commando." We've all done it at times but I think it takes a special breed of girl to jaunt about town in a minskirt with no panties on. The two most famous celebrity serial offenders in the crotch flash department have been Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton. Alas, they've welcomed another tartlet into their club, the newly-single Miss Britney Spears. Spears has recently been hanging out with Paris. And I do mean hanging out. Apparently the wedding ring and the desire to wear panties came off at the same time because she has been spotted all over town looking quite deshabille.

In an article by ABC News, Perez Hilton is quoted as saying all this upskirt action is a deliberate quest for press. I'd like to think that's not true. Perhaps instead she just has hasn't had time to shop. I'd like to help, so here are five suggestions for Britney to keep it covered but still hot.

1. The Soire Bikini Panty from Cosabella has sheer panels so that it is sexy without revealing the goods.
2. The La Perla Skin Thong leaves no lines under clothing and yet keeps all your ladybits completely covered.
3. The Tuxedo Nights Low Rise Boyshorts from Jezebel are so cute that Britney might be tempted to just wear them out on the town. I'm not recommending that but at least it would be more coverage.
4. The Hanky Panky Gift Set offers three rolled up pink undies in a gift tin. Three whole pairs, enough for Paris, Britney and Lindsay.
5. Aubade proves that even briefs can be sexy. Their Promenade Du Couchant offers lots of coverage but is also delicately lacy.

There are strong opinions out there about the "whale-tail." You know, it's the part of a thong or g-string that peeps out above your pants and looks like a whale's tail. Some people think it's hot, and there are even manufacturers who capitalize on it. Others call it trashy. I shall make no comment (for now).

If you're part of the no-whale-tail group, but still want to wear those ultra-lowrise jeans and pants, you can try these "backless thongs" (because really now, it's not a good idea to go girl-commando in jeans). The thing, er, thong, is "specially designed with adjustable leg bands that lift and flatter your bottom. Simple and discreet, these leg bands also hold Backless Lingerie in place, removing the need for an uncomfortable and revealing g-string." They say it works well for those form-fitting even dresses as well.

At first, it looked totally stupid to me, but then I thought about it. While I can't figure out how well they would stay on, with the straps wrapping around your legs, they're probably more comfortable than the regular thong, if you know what I mean.

For a long time, I was convinced that we just had to suffer through the discomfort when it came to thongs. The fact that something is there is uncomfortable enough, but then you take into account itchy scratchy fabrics like lace, and it's enough to make you tell yourself that VPL is totally trendy.

Thankfully, there has been a lot of progress made toward comfortable thongs. I cannot speak from personal experience, but based on blog-hand accounts around the web, celebrity sightings at stoes, and heck, even the Wall Street Journal, it sounds like Hanky Panky thongs, specifically model number 4811, are IT when it comes to true comfort. Looks like I might have to go try a pair to see if they're worth their 18 bucks.

It's easy to be Aphrodite in summer when you're barely wearing a backless halter, a micro mini, or strappy sandals, but what is a goddess to do when cooler weather hits? Throwing on layer upon layer of thick woolens, chunky knits and heavy boots might make you look like the Stay-Puff Marshmallow Man on the outside, but there is nothing stopping you from feeling sexy on the inside.

We want to bring sexy back, uh, to your back, so we'll be posting our favorite sexy underthings all day long for Styledash's Sexy Underwear Day. Don't worry, we know that sexy is a state of mind, so not all of it will be sheer here and barely there. But it sure doesn't hurt to rev up your day with a little lace. From boyshorts to bikinis, we've got you (un)covered.

Boyshorts - Not ready to bare it all quite yet? Boyshorts let you show nothing, but made of black lace, they sure do tell a little secret. ShopBop has a stretch lace boyshort by Hanky Panky for $32.

Bikinis - The classic cut with low, but full-coverage in the back and low-rise in the front. Target has a black lace hipster for $7.99. In fact, Target has a lot of sexy things for under $10.

Tanga - A powdered orange-flavored drink? No, a tanga is a type of underwear, similar to a boy short, with a little more exposure. We like Victoria's Secret's Very Sexy® Lace Tanga. The tanga is shown here in pink, but as always, Victoria has lots of flavors.

Thong - Betsey Johnson's Floral Mesh Thong has a little bit of pink floral in the print, and a tiny satin bow. Awww, isn't that sweet, just like Hello Kitty? Wait until you turn around. It's a thong, you sexy thang. Meow.

G-string - Don't be afraid of the floss. It certainly seems uncomfortable, and no doubt, it takes a little getting used to when you put it on, but there are times when the string's the only thing that will save you from VPL. Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. Frederick's of Hollywood has an itty bitty Harlow Lace G-string for $14.

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More sexy underwear posts today:
Sexy underwear for larger sizes
Lace ruffle garter thong
Underwear poll: Matching?
See Tom in his underwear
Something lacy, something racy
J. Crew boxers; big sexy
Will there be underoos for adults?
Hanky panky thongs
Vizeau, ultra-sexy undies for men
Backless underwear

Let's just say that when it comes to underwear, sometimes more is just more. And I'm not just talking about more fabric. Sometimes boy shorts are also more sexy, like Honeydew Intimates' Fruity Mesh Rumba Boy Shorts. Punchy patterns and ruffly fabric will keep you covered while you keep them guessing. And at $15 a pair you can certainly afford to upgrade.

It's the height of summer, which means you're probably wearing flip flops (I just can't get myself to say "thongs" unless I'm talking about underwear) every day. But honey, those black and blue Reefs from your trip to Baja three summers ago aren't going to cut it. Here are seven Styledash picks for flip-flops through the week:

Sunday - It's a backyard BBQ with 50 of your closest friends, and you've got on daisy dukes, a halter top, and barely-retro wooden heeled thongs

Monday - Off to work at your California casual office that's clean under your slacks, and still has a not-so-flipfloppy feel with a strap around the heel.

Tuesday - Play hooky and go to the beach in flat, simple straw flipflops you can throw in a matching straw beach tote, and won't feel bad about throwing away at the end of the summer when they're all torn up (2 for $12!)

Wednesday - Big meeting with the big boss means a linen pantsuit and a simple, sophisticated sandal that's still comfortable so you're not wincing up there during the presentation.

Thursday - After the gym, rubber soled flip flops that are pretty enough to throw on and run over to Pinkberry for some from frozen yogurt

Friday - Gotta look like a sex kitten for a hot date with that MySpace guy. Lace up around ankles says "hot."

Saturday - Girls' night out on the town? That's phat and phlirty, baby.