The Family Groove | Five Easy Pieces | Lingerie, bathing suits and romantic gifts

FEBRUARY’S FIVE EASY PIECES
LOCAL RETAILERS PICK THEIR FAVORITES

At THE FAMILY GROOVE, we say: "Think Global, GET IT Local." It's our mission to deliver
the groove right to your doorstep—or computer screen, as it were. In TFG's global village,
local stores share the stage with national and international ones. Each month TFG will
introduce you to regional retailers who have got it going on.

Love parenthood-style—it ain’t always easy. That’s why we called in Cyla Weiner of the
fashion-meets-function, sweet-meets-sophisticated lingerie shop Sylene in Chevy Chase, Md.,
to help us sexy things up for Valentine’s Day and (hopefully!) beyond.

Here Cyla gives us a sampling of her favorite pretty little things, perfect for a night of romance
—yes, it is possible—a getaway and or just hidden under your Mom-on-the-run jeans and tee.

1. THE THONGS

“This Hanky Panky boxed gift set is a sure winner for anyone on your list. Every gal loves these thongs. They’re comfy, there’s no VPL (visible panty line) and they come in fun colors.”
($36, Hanky Panky Zebra Gift Set)

2. THE SEXY SET

“This lace cami and thong set is one of my favorites. Claire Pettibone lingerie makes you feel feminine, and you’ll look good, too.”
($57, Claire Pettibone Athena Camisole; $39, Claire Pettibone Athena Thong)

3. THE BRA AND PANTIES

“This Elle Macpherson bra and panty set is one of the cutest when it’s on and it fits really well. It goes up to a D cup. Wearing this makes you feel sexy as well as supported.”
($65, Elle Macpherson Intimates Dentelle Contour Bra; $30, Elle Macpherson Intimates Dentelle Knicker Boyshorts)

4. THE BATHING SUITS

“This bikini is one of the cutest from Vix. For those lucky enough to be able to get out of the frigid cold, this is a sure winner. Don’t love a two-piece? This chic Manuel Canovas suit’s modified halter and deep V-neckline cut a flattering figure for all.”
($155, Vix Ditsy Bikini; $343, Manuel Canovas Deep V Tank)

5. THE GIFTS

“The Kama Sutra gift box is fun to give—or get. It’s definitely something that the two of you can enjoy together. This Dayna Decker candle not only smells good, but it has a wooden wick so that when the candle is burning it sounds like crackling wood. How romantic is that?”
($38, Kama Sutra Company Raspberry Kiss Treasure Trove; $54, Dayna Decker Chandel Botanika in Bacara)