Kelly Osbourne may be. And it looks like you won't find too many frilly G-strings or lace bustiers in her top drawer, either-after being asked about her favorite lingerie, she told WWD that it's Spanx all the way.
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I hear you, Kelly. I love the rush of excitement that comes from wearing racy unmentionables as much as the next girl, but I'd rather be sucked-in and smooth than lumpy and lacy. And while that black scalloped bra and matching thong may look great in candlelight, for the fluorescent-lit 99 percent of my life, I prefer something a bit more utilitarian. The big question, however, is: when do those Spanx cross the line from confidence-booster to psychological crutch?
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It was during a recent beach vacation that my dependence became clear. I was planning to wear my go-to, always-looks-amazing summer dress to dinner. Everything was going smoothly (pun definitely intended)-until I realized I forgot to pack my Spanx. Cue mental breakdown. On an island where the only major shopping destination is a grocery store, I had no choice but to go au naturel. And you know what? No one laughed or pointed. Actually, by the end of the night, I completely forgot about my insecurities. My name is Lexi, and I've been Spanx-free for two weeks now. And although those babies are still nestled safely in my drawer, I've learned not to be controlled by control-top.
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