In case you missed our last contest, cialis daily pillStarting on December 14^th through December 25^th, Hanes will be celebrating the Twelve Days of Christmas by giving away 10 packs of wedgie-free women’s panties to 10 lucky female winners. That’s 10 prizes, 10 winners, every day for 12 days!

This is an exclusive contest open to all of our Canadian Facebook fans, so come visit ourcialis daily pill and be sure to “Like Us” if you haven’t already done so. Next, enter our contest by answering a few questions and then clicking enter for a chance to win. It’s so quick and easy to enter our contest that we’re asking entrants to take an extra minute to share with us some comments. We want to know what features you wish for in a great pair of undies. Whether you wish for cottony softness, tag-free technology or a wedgie-free guarantee, there’s no wrong answer. Even better, no matter what your wish, Hanes is sure to have a pair of undies fit just for you!

So tell us your underwear wishes, because we’re making our list and checking it twice! cialis daily pillOnly one entry per visitor, so hurry up and join our contest before it’s too late! The contest closes on December 25^th at 12:00am. And remember, the Christmas season is all about giving, so don’t forget to give your friends a chance to win too by sharing this contest on your wall.

Please note: Our contest works on the last 3 browser versions made for IE, FF, SAFARI, and CHROME. For the official contest rules and regulations please visit the Official Hanes Ladies’ Underwear Giveaway contest page on Facebook or click here.

Did you know that as much as 90% of the energy used by your washing machine is used to heat the water? Start saving energy by using cold water to wash your clothes. If every household in Canada did this, it would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by about 1.5 billion kg each year. In most cases, running a warm wash followed by cold rinse is just as effective as running a hot wash followed by a warm rinse.

Although there a few detergents on the market manufactured specifically for cold water washing, you can use any type of laundry detergent when washing in cold water. Nevertheless, regardless of your detergent choice, you should always try to purchase concentrated detergents. Because concentrates require less packaging and less energy to transport, they conserve resources and save people money.

You can also help the environment by using energy-efficient appliances. Always look for the Energy Star Label when buying electronics and appliances like your washing machine. Energy Star washing machines use 30% less energy and 50% less water than a regular washing machine. Investing in an Energy Star washing machine will not only help save the environment, it will save you money! By using energy-efficient appliances; it’s estimated that households can save up to $400 per year on utility bills.

Lastly, when it comes to the dryer, the most environmentally friendly option is to skip the dryer and hang your clothes on a line or rack. Air drying your clothes can save loads of money and energy, and it can actually extend the life of your clothes since dryers can shrink, stretch, and damage fabrics. If air drying your clothes is not an option, it’s best to run your clothes on the spin cycle a second time before transferring them to the dryer. Running your clothes on the spin cycle will shake off excess water off your clothes which will reduce the drying time. Always remember to make sure to clean the lint filter first, as this can cut your drying time by up to 30%. You can also cut your drying time by putting in dry cotton towels with the wet laundry which can reduce your drying time by up to 25%.

Got any green laundry tips on how to make our environment a better place, one load at a time? Leave us a comment.

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During the 18^th century, it was believed to be good luck for brides to be married not wearing underwear beneath their wedding dress. In fact, this superstition continued well into the nineteenth century when ‘smock weddings’ began to emerge. According to lore, when a widowed woman remarried, her new husband became liable for any debts incurred by his bride-to-be and her previous husband. However, if the bride went to the altar barefoot, wearing no more than a smock and nothing else, creditors would take pity on such a poor woman and the new couple would be spared from repaying the old husband’s debt.

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A common superstition among many athletes, both professional and amateur, is the idea that a pair lucky underwear will improve their performance. Tennis superstar Serena Williams has her lucky socks; baseball player Jason Giambi has his lucky gold thong; and even Hanes’ own spokesperson, basketball legend Michael Jordan wore the shorts from his University of North Carolina days under his Chicago Bulls kit. With so many athletes swearing by their lucky underwear, it was only a matter of time before a group of scientists put this superstition to the test. What was the answer? In a study conducted last year in Cologne, Germany researchers actually found that lucky underwear can improve an athlete’s performance. The researchers wrote: “activating a good-luck superstition leads to improved performance by boosting people’s belief in their ability to master a task.” Of course, raw talent, hard training and a good detergent for your lucky drawers are necessary factors in the equation as well! cialis daily pill

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Ever wonder where the expression ‘going commando’ comes from? Well wonder no longer! Although the origin of this idiom is not certain, the term is thought to be related to an earlier term: ‘going regimental.’ This expression is in reference to the True Scotsman who wore their military style kilts without underwear. Alternatively, the term going commando has also been associated with the soldiers of the Vietnam War. According to David Engber of Slate Magazine, the addition of this term to the modern lexicon can be traced back to college campuses during the mid-70s in reference to soldiers who were reputed to go without underwear to reduce moisture and increase ventilation while fighting during the Vietnam War. Sounds like these boys could have benefited from a pair of for men. Totally tagless and made with 100% breathable UltraSoft Cotton designed to eliminate pinching and binding, there’s no reason to go commando ever again! cialis daily pill

With the help of your two rulers, Pluto and Mars, you will have some truly amazing things happening in your chart this month Scorpio. In fact, the month of November is guaranteed to bring together a series of brilliant episodes that will culminate into an unparalleled time of good fortune which will encompass all aspects of your life. Beginning with the new moon of October 26th, most Scorpios will likely experience a strong surge of physical and emotional energy. In mid-November, Jupiter will join Pluto and Mars to create the ‘grand trine’ which will usher in a time of incredible luck and opportunity. Remembering that Mars is the ruling planet of energy, drive and focus, Scorpios will be destined to succeed in all that they endeavour this month; so make sure to take advantage of any opportunities that come your way, especially those related to your profession. Of particular note is that Mars will remain in Virgo for nearly eight months this year, as opposed to the normal seven weeks. With Virgo in your eleventh house of friendship, Scorpio’s social life will be bursting with activity during these months. While most Scorpios prefer to be alone, now is the time to emerge from your shell and to make the effort to socialize because some of the best opportunities in the coming months will come from mixing and mingling with friends and co-workers. As of the second week of November, Neptune will move forward and Scorpios will be in a powerful position to find love and friendship. With Mars in Virgo, you will have no trouble meeting new people in the months ahead. If you’re not part of any social groups, you might want to consider joining a gym, social club or charitable organization where you can meet people. It’s likely that through your participation a close friendship will emerge. Considering the alignment of your planets at this time, if a friendship is born, it will prove to be priceless to you.

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Time to put all that extra oomph to good use this month Scorpio! Excess physical energy brought about by the new moon is best exerted at the gym. Stay comfortable during the most grueling of workouts with our available in a variety of colours.

Afterwards, you can transition easily between your gym workout and meeting up with friends in a pair of fitted jeans, a camisole and a metallic cardigan.  For the delicate camisole look, don’t forget to slip into one of our sleek microfiber underwire bras. With convertible straps that can be easily removed when needed, this is every women’s closest bosom buddy.

At Hanes, their obsession is making the world a more comfortable place, and every one of their products and unique technologies like their Tagless tees and No-ride undies, are built with comfort in mind. So next time you feel like you need a little bit of extra comfort in your life, why not reach for one of their classic pieces of comfortable apparel. Take my word; Hanes is the perfect companion for a day of relaxation. So go ahead and try one of our products this weekend…I highly recommend the , perfect for sitting down with a cup of coffee and our Hanes Word Jumble below!

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In this project, we’ll use the whitening power of bleach to create a “negative-image” design on a solid coloured t-shirt. Remember to wear old clothes and rubber gloves while working with the bleach, and be sure to work in a well-ventilated area. Bleach should never be used without adult supervision.

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(1)    Wash and Dry the t-shirt, then lay the T-shirt on a flat surface. Place a piece of waxed-paper inside the t-shirt; this will prevent the bleach from bleeding through.

(2)    Use chalk or a washable fabric pen to sketch your design onto the t-shirt. Keep in mind that the bleach will spread slightly, so it’s best to draw a simple design using lines and dots.

(3)    Gently shake the bleach pen, then test it out on a paper towel to ensure that the bleach is flowing well. After you’ve tested the pen out, trace over your chalk-lined design with the bleach pen.

(4)    Once you’re done tracing, allow the bleach to settle completely into the t-shirt, until the fabric has changed colour. Depending on the material and colour of your t-shirt this could take from 10 minutes up to 2 hours.

(5)    Once you’re sure that the bleach has completely “set”, remove the waxed paper from inside the shirt and wash it alone in the washing machine. After a dry cycle, your t-shirt is good to go!

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Thanks to our reader for sharing their story. The good news is that there is a happy ending to this story. Hanes has the perfect solution for sports bras that are slacking off during your yoga work-outs: . Its seamless molded foam cups are guaranteed to provide shaping and support during any medium-intensity workout. Most importantly, the soft wide elastic band under the bust is built to stay in place in total comfort. With a keyhole racerback with back closures and our Tagless technology, this bra is the perfect workout partner!

Needless to say, as evidenced by the scores of wedgie websites out there, it stands that wedgies are apparently not as taboo of a conversational topic as I would have thought. More importantly however, it appears that wedgies are an enormous pain in the butt for anyone involved…literally! Given that we all know that picking at a problem never helps (sorry, I couldn’t resist!), I naturally found myself wondering: what is the solution to the war on wedgies? Since my wedgie research suggests that the solution lies in the source of your wedgie woes, let’s start by breaking wedgies into two categories: the prank-wedgie and the wardrobe-malfunction wedgie. Now as a girl, prank wedgies are not something we’re normally subjected to. Personally, I’ve never experienced a prank wedgie, and my solution to a prank-wedgie would likely involve finding new friends, or forgoing skivvies completely. Funnily enough, in my wedgie research I came across an interview with two 8 year old boys who engineered their own solution to the prank-wedgie: a patented pair of underwear called the Rip Away 1000. As the moniker suggests, these undies are built to tear into two pieces when a wedgie is attempted, leaving your wedgie attacker with a handful of skid marks. Problem solved! Although I must admit that the idea of Velcro strips running along the seat of my undies does have me concerned about ‘chaffage’.

With the war on prank-wedgies seemingly under control, let’s move on to the wardrobe-malfunction wedgie. The wardrobe-malfunction wedgie is a particularly stubborn problem that can only be solved with the right pair of undies, and that’s where Hanes’ commitment to comfort comes in. Did you know that Hanes has a wide selection of women’s underwear that are guaranteed not to ride up? That’s right! Hanes has wedgie-free warranties on a variety of their Women’s Cotton and Classic briefs including their Classics ComfortSoft collection which come in ,  and , as well as their  and their . The best part is that all of these undies come in multi-packs and they’re all available in a range of colours. My personal favourites are the  which come in a 6-pack of assorted colours, and I can confidently say that they are the most comfy pair of panties I own! So for all you wedgie-sufferers out there, I am inviting you to try out a pair of Hanes wedgie-free briefs today. They’re guaranteed not to ride up, and with our new, limited-time  (valid on all underwear), you have nothing to lose… except your wedgie!

With the Sun, Mercury and Venus aligned within your sign during this first week of October, you’re sure to be a triple-threat Libra! This month will mark a period of personal enlightenment and freedom which will help you to achieve many of your goals. Your capacity for organization and analysis are peaked, you are brimming with creativity, and your confidence levels are soaring higher than ever before! Your increased energy and heightened self-confidence will have everyone taking notice of you.  As you make strides towards a more rewarding personal and professional life, be sure to capitalize on all of this extra attention. Mid-month however, Venus enters Scorpio and coveting eyes may wander in your direction as those around you become jealous of your good fortune. Aim to diffuse some of the tension by staying humble Libra. Remember that there is a fine line between confidence and arrogance, so keep the bragging rights to a minimum and you’ll help to make people feel comfortable around you.

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Typically Libras are not known to shy away from the lime-light. If truth be told, most Libras crave attention and they can always be counted on to dress for the occasion! This October people will be unable to escape your magnetism Libra, making it the ideal time to promote your professional objectives. With your natural charisma out in the open, people will be easily persuaded by you. This month, more than ever, you should dress for success. As a leader in undergarment industry, Hanes knows the importance of always looking the part, and our style advice for Libras this October is focused on office attire.

This month’s casual cool office-look for women is: dark denim, paired with a comfortable cotton t-shirt and a classic blazer. Keep in mind that while business dress codes have become more relaxed these days, there are still certain Do’s and Don’ts in corporate dressing that should always be respected if you want to be respected.

One business fashion faux-pas is exposed underwear – there’s a reason it’s called UNDERwear! Keep your assets under wraps with or . Either of these bras will keep you looking great and feeling great because Hanes is the only brand of comfortable apparel that gives you confidence from the inside out!