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Gigi’s Bras for Charity — GigisCloset.com’s Bra Drive

Bert — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:18:04 +0000

GigisCloset.com is excited to announce the launch of “Gigi’s Bras for Charity” bra donation drive. The concept for the drive was derived from the fact that many women have perfectly good bras lingering in their underwear drawer. They have been castoff because of a poor fit or a change in size which has warranted them un-wearable. Now, they can be put to good use helping others who may not be as fortunate but still need bras.

The Gigi’s Bras for Charity program operates by women mailing their unused or gently worn bras to GigisCloset.com. There, the staff collects then expedites the donations to the surrounding Goodwill facilitates of Bucks County, PA. Funds raised by the non-profit organization go directly towards job training, job placement and education within the community.

“We, at GigisCloset.com, believe strongly in Goodwill’s mission to enhance the dignity and quality of the life of individuals, families, and communities by giving people the opportunity to reach their fullest potential through the power of work”, said co-owner Kristina Haas.

Do you have bras in good condition that you don’t wear or don’t fit?

Donate your gently worn bras and help build a better community.

Send bras to:
GigisCloset.com
c/o Gigi’s Bras for Charity
17 Martin Ct.
Newtown, PA 18940
USA

Customers of GigisCloset.com can use the free return shipping option to send donated bras back to the boutique.

New Arrivals at GigisCloset.com

Mandolina — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 21:00:31 +0000

More Spring arrivals are in at GigisCloset.com and they are so great. There are beautiful and fun pieces in all different price ranges and sizes — and Kristina Haas highlighted some of her own favorites for us to show on TLP!

Simone Perele – Eyelet lace fabric is perfectly complemented by flower details on the straps on Simone Perele’s Grenadines.
Sizes 32-38 A-C
Bra: $89
Thong: $36
Boyshort Brief: $48

Freya – Charlie is the perfect blend of whimsy and function. The pretty printed non-stretch material is accented with fine crochet detail.
Sizes: 32C thru 36G
Full Cup Bra: $62
Bikini: $36
Thong: $35

Fleur’t – Lulu Thong. A great blend of comfy material and lace detail. The Lulu thong promises to stay put all day. Available in 3 fun color ways. Sizes S/M or M/L for $25.

Shopping for all of these at TLP favorite GigisCloset!

Lilly Pulitzer Sleepwear at Gigis!

Mandolina — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:06:18 +0000

Lilly Pulitzer is an iconic brand in the States with fashions based on bright colors and prints. Kristina of Gigis Closet just let us know that they’ve just added Lilly Pulitzer Sleepwear to their online boutique. She said: “This is the first season of Lilly Pulitzer Sleepwear. When we heard she had a new line for intimates, we had to bring it into the boutique. Lilly Pulitzer’s designs are a big part of many people’s wardrobe. We hope you enjoy incorporating it into your intimate wardrobe too”. We obviously rushed to their site and checked out the pieces, and liked them a lot!

A quick rundown of the pieces — from left to right: Hidden Garden Bathwrap, Loop Terry Spa Wrap Robe & Clipped Dot Babydoll Chemise.

I love the last one — but it looks like the Lilly Pulitzer line is versatile enough to please a lot of different tastes. Shopping at Gigis Closet!

Chantelle Spring/Summer 2008 Collection

Kelly — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 10:30:31 +0000

I absolutely adore Chantelle lingerie. Sadly, I’m now sized out of most of their styles, but it’s a brand I still admire and recommend to everyone. The company began offering beautiful corsetry in 1902 but switched to bras in 1961. It is now the top French lingerie company on the international market, and with good reason. The quality is fantastic, the fit and silhouette are impeccable, and everything is just gorgeous to boot! The new Spring/Summer 2008 collection is no exception. With new styles and revamped favorites in cup sizes from A-H, almost every woman can indulge in the French allure of Chantelle every day. Take a look:

The Chantelle website has more company information, but the store locator leaves something to be desired. It’s cumbersome and I even searched for a boutique that I know carries the brand, but couldn’t find it. Luckily, you can buy online at Figleaves (UK/US), Gigi’s Closet, HerRoom, Fresh Pair, and Bare Necessities. If you’re ordering online, check our sales section to learn how to receive a free brief from the “Africa” collection!

The lingerie you will never buy

Kristina Haas — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:25:49 +0000

I just got back from Curve Lingerie trade show. This year they are paired up with “Boutique Lingerie”, segmented especially for smaller lines ideal for boutiques. Each time I go through the process of reviewing the brand’s line sheet and perusing the future merchandise, I go through the same emotional rollercoaster. There is a down side of a fashion forward boutique: Some garments never get made.

The emotions go like this. I sit with the designers rep, flip through their look book and then I see it, the perfect ensemble. I have a quick breath (gasp), say “O My Goodness”, and look at partner. At this point the rep politely corrects my emotion by stating that it has been cut from the line. I then exhale and know that I need to settle for the other amazing creations which are set in front of me. An example of this is the OnGossamer Havana Lace Bodysuit, super cute but it didn’t work out.

Each season beautiful garments are cut from the season’s line sheets. A line sheet is the document which shows the styles and all the details which are available for purchase for a specific season. There are several reasons why styles are cut. When you sell special creations, sometimes the mass market isn’t interested in taking the risk. So out of a list of beautiful garments, the ones that didn’t get purchased by enough stores, do not get made. Then there is my favorite, “Americans don’t go for those types of styles”. In this case, the styles are not available to me to purchase. A store in Australia, however, can stock up on the design. Of course there are the situations that aren’t in anybody’s control. These instances can include the trim is no longer available, the cost of materials can’t stay with the budget, or the style is redundant within the collection.

It is that time of year. There are lingerie shows going on from Paris to New York to Las Vegas. Thousands of buyers will be going through the same process. As designers stretch their creative muscles, Project Managers (or however holds the gauntlet) can swiftly cut these brilliant pieces from the line. They get nervous that they can see enough pieces to make it worth while to produce. Sometimes they are right. But a select few of disappointed buyers like my partner and I mourn the loss of what could have been.

This is the launching off point to a season of anticipation and taking the leap of faith for our customers. We go, we buy, all in hopes that we are bringing in something that they can love, and gasp over as well.

Kristina Haas – Gigi’s Closet
Kristina Haas is co-owner of GigisCloset.com, an online lingerie boutique specializing in fashion lingerie. Armed with a passion for beautiful intimates and a desire to share it with the world, Gigi’s Closet captured the boutique feel to be enjoyed by all on the internet.

Read all posts by Kristina Haas right here!

Valentine’s Day Contest: Gigi’s Closet

Mandolina — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:50:16 +0000

Gigi’s Closet has been one of TLP’s favorite retailers for quite some time, and as expected, they were eager to chip in for our gigantic Valentine’s Day Contest! From their stocklist including labels such as Aubade, Belabumbum, Felina, Huit, Spoylt and many more, Kristina picked the Eberjey Heart-to-Heart chemise to be the prize for one of our lucky winners.

“All-over hearts eyelet surround the bodice which features triangle cups and a narrow elastic band for great fit. Satin ribbon straps are adjustable. The skirt is double mesh with a lettuce hem in two layers.”

If you can’t wait — the chemise is actually on sale — so even if you don’t feel lucky, this one is very much within reach!

Valentine’s Day Contest: Win over $2,000 in lingerie!

Bert — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 23:00:51 +0000

You did not misread anything. The number is correct. The Lingerie Post is doing a massive Valentine’s Day contest with a prize pool of over $2,000. We’ll be making a lot of people extra happy on the 14th of February – and obviously we’re encouraging you to give it a go and join in to win one of our great lingerie-prizes!

Our contest starts today, and you’ve got exactly 13 days to get your entry in! Entering is super simple. Click right here to go to the contest-form, and fill it in (once, please!). You’ll get an e-mail asking you to confirm your entry, and you’re set to go!

Off course we wouldn’t be able to offer you guys such an awesome prize pool without the help of some of the greatest companies in the lingerie world. We’ll be zooming in on the prizes in our competition throughout the next two weeks, but here’s the list for you already:

A $200 Secrets In Lace gift certificate, donated by Secrets In Lace.
A gorgeous Papinelle PJ/Slipper set donated by Papinelle.
Frankly Darling, Carmen Silk set donated by Peacock & Strutt.
Fuchsia Night cami/thong set or a limited edition Valentine cami/thong set, plus a red Cell Phone garter, donated by A Little Lingerie Company
A $150 Evlove Intimates gift certificate, donated by Evlove Intimates.
Smart Ass pink hearts Eurotrash camisole and galshort, plus an ooh la la, tres chic thong, donated by the Smart Ass Gals.
Eberjey Heart-to-heart Chemise, donated by Gigi’s Closet.
Vanjo Kika Range – pink mesh bra with dotty yellow mesh, fully lined for support, with yellow trims and brief, donated by Vanjo.
Elle Macpherson Intimates Tressour bra and bikini bottom, donated by Bendon!
Fayreform Beautiful Sin black and gold bra and bikini bottom, donated by Bendon.
Seduzione Brazil LOLA Bra Set, donated by Bella Bella Boutique.
Luxxa St-Tropez Chemise, donated by Ever So Sexy
Julianna Rae Versailles Chemise, donated by Julianna Rae
Two $48 Bubbles Bodywear gift certificate donated by Bubbles Bodywear.
Patrick & Skinner Mint set, donated by Patrick & Skinner.
A luxurious Julianne Aimee Slip by Australian label Julianne
Pfiff Portrait of a Lady Full Coverage Bra and Bikini bottom, donated by Pfiff.
Fleur’t Chantal set, donated by Journelle NYC.

This post would really be getting out of proportion if we would add images for all these prizes, so I’m advising all of you to subscribe to our daily updates (check below this post) or our rss feed, as we’ll be posting details on all these products over the next two weeks. Stay tuned!

It’s All in the Details

Kristina Haas — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:00:49 +0000

The holidays are over for another year, but for us here at GigisCloset.com that feeling of excitement and anticipation lasts much longer. The weeks preceding Valentine’s Day move us into a new season. Every delivery of new merchandise is greeted with my partners and I gathered around the box, eager to see what new items of lingerie have arrived. These are the times when the planning and buying come to fruition.

As the buyer of a lingerie boutique, I know our customers look for something special, something fun. And to find that, I look in the details. Little luxuries like Chantilly lace, Swarovski crystals and delicately beautiful appliqués help make a lingerie piece special. But that is not all!

Overall, every piece we offer at GigisCloset.com has an Ah! Factor. How sumptuously elegant the piece is that makes it a Must-Have. Whether it’s an adorable print or a gorgeous color with the right pairing of lace and trims that you now know you can’t live without. It is almost visceral.

The brands we carry make it very easy, consistently providing unique and elegant pieces complemented by a great fit and lasting style. Each sale is paired with well wishes from us because we know there is something special on it way to you.

Life is short. Wear pretty underwear.

Read all posts by Kristina Haas right here!

Plaid Lingerie: A Surprising Trend

Kelly — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 09:23:28 +0000

Plaid, a pattern usually associated with kilts, lumberjacks, and grunge rockers, can now be found onâ€¦..lingerie? Just in time for cozy winter months ahead, this unexpected pattern is even hotter on push-up bras and garter belts from Jezebel, Victoriaâ€™s Secret, and Frederickâ€™s of Hollywood. I have to admit, Iâ€™m surprised none of these brands took advantage of the obvious photo shoot idea of a lingerie model seducing a big burly mountain man. But these pictures are still pretty good, regardless.

Lingerie Americas – Fashion Forward

Krista — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 12:00:08 +0000

This is my last of the Lingerie Americas series. Now, we’ll start seeing these exciting findings in the stores! Here’s the latest for those of you who like their lingerie flirty, fun, and high fashion. I am definitely a fan of Carol Malony. Beautifully feminine and fashionable, I adore the “Haute” collection. Such unique color choices and combinations make every piece absolutely stunning. For instance, my favorite, “Barely There,” features delicate tulle and lace, but with a pop of bling! Small stones adorn each piece. The straps and string of the thong provide an unexpected splash of color, in a vibrant salmon. A similar splash of color is featured in the elegant, “Hope Chest” collection. A cool ice blue stretch chiffon wtih sheer, ivory embroidery is accented with a punch of lime.

Collections feature bras, thongs, garters, corsets, and babydolls among other sexy little numbers. Look for these in the stores just in time for spring! In the meantime, check out the current Carol Malony pieces at Graffiti Pink and Gigi’s Closet online. Also, check Saks, Bloomingdales, and Neiman Marcus.