The Lingerie Post » Faire Frou Frou http://www.the-lingerie-post.com The most beautiful lingerie and swimwear in the world... Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:23:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= An Interview with Laurie Shapiro of Toad Lillie http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2011/01/an-interview-with-laurie-shapiro-of-toad-lillie/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2011/01/an-interview-with-laurie-shapiro-of-toad-lillie/#comments Mon, 31 Jan 2011 10:30:46 +0000 Krista http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=16632 Toad Lillie LingerieWe first told you about the divine, vintage inspired brand, Toad Lillie, back in August.  Since then, the brand has blossomed.  Many others have taken notice and the brand is gaining popularity in the industry.   I wanted to know more about the brand and about the talented designer, Laurie Shapiro.  Here are some of Laurie’s answers to my burning questions about what makes the designer of Toad Lillie tick…

We know that you are inspired by vintage couture gowns.  How do you take that inspiration and translate it into your designs?

Oh, to sashay around in evening gowns! I was definitely born in the wrong era. I am smitten with the over-the-top decadence of vintage couture, particularly of the 30s and 40s, and how they transform the wearer into femme fatales. While many of these gowns are quite simple, it is the exquisite tailoring and attention to detail that make all the difference. I look to incorporate these techniques into my work, such as pin-tucking, narrow rolled hems, fastidious top stitching, and french seams.

Also, I love how vintage gowns often have one knock-out feature, providing a dramatic silhouette. I translate this unexpected impact into my work, such as ruching on the cheeky backside of panties topped with a large sash. The emphasis is all about feeling empowered through glamour, and also enjoying the feminine and playful side of donning such fancies.

What materials are your favorites to use?

I work exclusively with silk. The sheen and color saturation of silk charmeuse is just gorgeous and provides a luxuriousness that is unparalleled. Future collections, though, will include more silk chiffon as I’m interested in how it both has body yet hugs the figure. Also, I’m able to play with different textures with chiffon and enjoy how the transparency offers yet another design element.

Do you have a favorite piece in your current collection?

My favorite, at the moment, is the Tie One On garter belt. I love the flirtatious bows and the feeling of being all wrapped up like the perfect present.

What’s been your greatest success since launching?

I have been incredibly fortunate to attract the attention of some wonderful people in the industry. These bloggers and boutique owners have been so very kind in championing my little fledgling label. I am especially proud to work with Faire Frou Frou and Bella Bella Boutique who were early supporters when I first launched last spring.

Your greatest challenge?

Up to this point I’ve been a one-woman show, designing and producing each piece individually by hand. I am working on a production and merchandising strategy before releasing subsequent collections so that I can confidently grow and sustain my
label. And I’m relocating to Seattle during this period as well. Things are inordinately busy right now but I feel so privileged to have attained the successes I have in the last few months that I am thoroughly energized and up for the challenge!

What effect has social networking had on your business?

Social networking has made all the difference for me in launching my label. Not only has it provided a platform to promote Toad Lillie, it has been an amazing way to connect with other designers, to be part of this growing community of impassioned talent.

Where do you see your business headed in the next year?

In the next year I plan on exhibiting at the lingerie shows here in the U.S. which will hopefully provide Toad Lillie with more exposure. My goal is to secure a few key stockists here in the U.S. and perhaps internationally as well.

The next five?

In five years I’d like to see Toad Lillie with an international clientele, also branching out from boudoir bra and panty sets into luxe lounge wear pieces and bridal.

Thank you, Laurie!  We appreciate your candor and look forward to seeing Toad Lillie’s continued expansion.  If you want to stay up to date on Toad Lillie, don’t forget to Like on Facebook and Follow on Twitter!

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ARI DEIN is available at aridein.com and leading retailers including Journelle in Blair’s NYC and Faire Frou Frou in Los Angeles.

Want to know the latest from ARI DEIN?  Follow on Twitter and Like on Facebook!

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/10/ari-dein-on-gossip-girl-111/feed/ 1 Behind the Scenes with BTS – Fall/Winter http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/10/behind-the-scenes-with-bts-fallwinter/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/10/behind-the-scenes-with-bts-fallwinter/#comments Fri, 15 Oct 2010 08:07:04 +0000 Krista http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=15914 It may be getting cooler outside, but you can turn up the heat inside!  Need something to do the trick?  The Between the Sheets Fall/Winter 2010 collection is it.  You will see more about this collection soon on TLP, but for now, check out this behind the scenes video of the photo shoot for the collection.  As described by designer, Layla L’obatti, this video captures the allure and fit of the collection which features a soft, muted palette including shade and champagne in addition to midnight and dawn.  The colors may be soft, but the video is edgy!  Between the Sheets isn’t just sugar and everything nice.  It’s definitely got a lot of spice!  Ladies, you may want to show this to the man in your life.  I’m sure it will inspire some purchases!

Between the Sheets Fall/Winter collection can be purchased on the BTS website and will soon be available on both Faire Frou Frou and Derriere de Soie.  Let us know all about your purchases on Facebook or Twitter.  We love to hear about it!  And special thanks to video editor Vincent Welch!  What an amazing job!

Click here to view the embedded video.

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/10/behind-the-scenes-with-bts-fallwinter/feed/ 0 Faire Frou Frou is back! http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/05/faire-frou-frou-is-back/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/05/faire-frou-frou-is-back/#comments Mon, 03 May 2010 22:57:10 +0000 Mandolina http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=14284 September last year, was the victim of a water main break in Studio City, CA. Water flooded the shopping center Faire Frou Frou was (and still is!) located – and the boutique was hit hard by flooding water and mud. The Rubke-girls, however, took a positive approach, and are now ready to show you their new (and improved!) Faire Frou Frou boutique!

“Faire Frou Frou recently underwent a major renovation and has returned with an updated, more sophisticated look! Some major changes include the champagne bubbles ‘frou frou chandelier’ that we made by hand (by owners Gail & Alison) and our chevron-pattern green & white painted floor.”

bubble chandelier by Gail n Alison office doors FaireFrouFrou 1 zig zag floor Remodel Faire Frou Frou pink lilac cabinet flowers FaireFrouFrou fleur of england crush nightie fitting room FrouFrou fitting rm FaireFrouFrou dresser in center of store After The Flood 02 After The Flood 01

Not only has the boutique re-opened with a facelift, but the online store is due to re-launch with its new and improved design as well. Below is a quick preview of what you can expect!

Faire Frou Frou new design sneak peak

Are you excited? I’m excited!

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/05/faire-frou-frou-is-back/feed/ 1 Hey Big Spender! Burlesque & Lingerie Unite http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/03/hey-big-spender-burlesque-lingerie-unite/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2010/03/hey-big-spender-burlesque-lingerie-unite/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:46:03 +0000 Alison Rubke http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=13261 It’s Alison from Faire Frou Frou & Frou Frou Fashionista bringing you a post that’s a favorite topic for us…the influence of burlesque in your lingerie wardrobe.

With the growing popularity of burlesque stars like Dita von Teese and Immodesty Blaize, many of us are wanting to create a similar look at home with our lingerie collection. Luckily many designers are hot on the trend and have created some knockout pieces so you can be a star in your One-Woman Act at home!

We’ve uncovered some of our favorite items that have been inspired by the art of burlesque, which are naturally over-the-top and glitzy! Some of the brands that best capture the look are Mint Siren, What Katie Did, Velda Lauder, Ophelia Fancy, Kiss Me Quick, Eternal Spirits, Fifi Chachnil, Playful Promises…well, the list could go on much longer.

If anything, the accessories really create the look with pieces such as gloves, thigh highs, garter straps, pasties, anything that cinches your waist (a waspie) and plenty of Swarovski crystals and ostrich feathers. Now if only we knew where to buy a life-size champagne glass to perform in!

Dita Von Teese

Dita von Teese; the ultimate inspiration for the modern-day burlesque performer; the fringe panties, gloves, cheeky stockings and feather hattie create an impeccable look.

Sally Rand & her infamous fans...

Sally Rand & her infamous fans...

Ophelia Fancy; UK label known for its theatrical lingerie

Ophelia Fancy; UK label known for its theatrical lingerie

Kiss Me Quick

Kiss Me Quick

Eternal Spirits

Eternal Spirits

Mint Siren; UK label by a designer in the burlesque industry! Pasties & waist-cincher are a must!

Mint Siren; UK label by a designer in the burlesque industry! Pasties & waist-cincher are a must!

Fifi Chachnil

Fifi Chachnil

What Katie Did

What Katie Did

Velda Lauder

Velda Lauder

Catherine D'Lish

burlesque performer Catherine D'Lish created these pieces...sold at Faire Frou Frou!

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Les Intemporels

Eternelle

Shéhérazade

Symphonie

Photos: Espace Max

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Here are a couple details:

WHEN: NOW – thru the end of August

WHERE: Faire Frou Frou (13017A Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604) and online at www.fairefroufrou.com.

WHY: Enjoy discounts from 30-75% off on luxury lingerie brands such as Carine Gilson, Vannina Vesperini, Fleur T, ID Sarrieri, The Lake & Stars, Andres Sarda, Myla, Undrest, Huit, Fifi Chachnil, and many more!

STORE HOURS: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 11am-5:30pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm(ish)

Faire Frou Frou Summer Sale

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/06/faire-frou-frous-summer-sale/feed/ 2 Faire Frou Frou Blowout Sale Launched! http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/01/faire-frou-frou-blowout-sale-launched/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/01/faire-frou-frou-blowout-sale-launched/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 10:45:19 +0000 Mandolina http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=2882 Faire Frou Frou just started their New Year’s BLOWOUT SALE! Expected to run through the rest of January, Faire Frou Frou is offering amazing discounts on gorgeous designer lingerie!

What can you expect?

  • Discounts from 30-75% OFF
  • Almost EVERY ITEM that was on SALE, has received an additional discount!
  • Enjoy promotional SALE pricing on luxury lingerie brands such as Carine Gilson, Guia la Bruna, ID Sarrieri, Damaris, Stella McCartney, Mint Siren, Fifi Chachnil, Vannina Vesperini, Myla, Made by Niki, Fleur T, Andres Sarda, The Lake & Stars, Dessous, Undrest and many more!

You can take advantage of this great sale both online at www.fairefroufrou.com and in their Studio City, CA boutique (13017 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604; west of Coldwater Cyn).

What a great way to start the new year! ;-)

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2009/01/faire-frou-frou-blowout-sale-launched/feed/ 0 Faire Frou Frou new arrivals! http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2008/11/faire-frou-frou-new-arrivals/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2008/11/faire-frou-frou-new-arrivals/#comments Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:13:27 +0000 Mandolina http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=2179 We showed you some photos of the newest Vannina Vesperini collection that arrived at Nancy Meyer — and later on this week we heard that TLP favorite Faire Frou Frou actually has the complete Vannina Fall collection on their site — check out all the Vannina newcomers at FFF right here!

There’s much more new lingerie at Faire Frou Frou though!

They’ve got the new The Lake & Stars (click here to browse the selection), the new Very Berry from Fleur T (right here) and they’ve added Kenzo (click right here) to their list of brands as well!

]]> http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2008/11/faire-frou-frou-new-arrivals/feed/ 0 Faire Frou Frou Trunk Show! http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2008/11/faire-frou-frou-trunk-show/ http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/2008/11/faire-frou-frou-trunk-show/#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:00:48 +0000 Mandolina http://www.the-lingerie-post.com/?p=1842 We love our Trunk Shows at TLP and we have great news about one that’s going on TODAY at Faire Frou Fou in shiny Hollywood!

Here’s the info:

Trunk Show featuring Undrest and Safia. We will also be supporting a fundraiser for at-risk girls from Longfellow Elementary School.

WHEN: Tuesday, November 11, 2008, 6:00pm-8:00pm

WHERE:
Faire Frou Frou
13017 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604
(just west of Coldwater Cyn.)

CAN’T MISS BECAUSE: Trunk Show (naturally), Raffle Prizes, 15% Off Discount on the ENTIRE STORE, FREE Undrest Gift Giveaway, Support a local Fundraiser, free drinks & goodies!!

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