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Apparel Company Dana-Co Unveils Plans to Launch Natori Intimates & Skarlett Blue Internationally

May 23, 2021 by Brigitte

Dana-co, LLC, a leading lingerie and apparel company, the holder of Natori Brand Lingerie Licensee and its in-house brand Skarlett Blue, announced its expansion into the international market.

The first step towards this expansion is the appointment of Denise Shepherd as Director of International Sales. Dana-co has outlined plans for expansion in strategic markets including the UK as part of their International expansion drive.

“Expanding both brands internationally was the next logical step for growth,” says Zvi Ertel President / CEO at Dana-co. “We have distinguished ourselves creating brands that are dedicated to the consumer and driven by design. We are excited to launch our brands in the international market and establish them globally.”

Denise Shepherd, former Global Sales Director at Panache Ltd and previously Managing Director at Escada UK, has been appointed as Director of International Sales at Dana-co, starting from April 12, 2021.

“I am so very excited at this opportunity to join the passionate team at Dana-co,” said Denise Shepherd. “I’m looking forward to launching Natori and Skarlett Blue into international markets and for women across the world to experience the innovative design and dedication to comfort that both brands offer, which have been essential to both Natori and Skarlett Blue’s success in the American market.”

Dana-co is the exclusive license holder for Natori brand in the U.S. and Europe in the categories of bras, panties, daywear, shapewear, and corsetry. Dana-co re-launched the Natori Intimates category in 2004.

Marie Jo L’Aventure Spring-Summer 2021

March 19, 2021 by Brigitte

The spring-summer collection of Marie Jo L’Aventure takes you on a trip through South America. Both the color palette and the graphic lines used in the collection were inspired by the work of Mexican architect Louis Barragan. With sleek designs, fashionable prints, surprising combinations and a range of fantastic fits, Marie Jo L’Aventure makes a statement. Daring lingerie for strong women!

Discover the animal print 4.0

The animal print has been conquering fashion hearts for seasons. This spring the trendy print gets a new twist at Marie Jo L’Aventure. The Marie Jo L’Aventure Xavier lingerie series combines a striking Italian lace with animal print with a contrasting print fabric. An absolute must-have is the trendy triangle bra in this series: a cosy, lace bra without underwire that proves that sexy and comfy really can go together.

Marie Jo L’Aventure William is also summer lingerie with a subtle animal print in light pink. The smooth bras in this lingerie series are the ideal T-shirt bras under light summer tops, blouses and dresses. The studs on the shoulder straps immediately give your look an edgy and tough allure.

Top in graphic lace

Bras with the looks of a top are totally on-trend this spring. The Marie Jo L’Aventure design team went in search of a way to integrate the support and comfort of a regular underwire bra into a trendy top. With success! This is proven by the lace top in the L’Aventure Ricardo series. The graphic lace conjures up a beautiful play of lines on your skin: sporty and sensual at the same time.

Summery pied de poule

In addition to the animal print, the plaid motif is also a stayer this season, as the Marie Jo L’Aventure José series proves. The oversized pied-de-poule print in poppy pink will instantly put a smile on your face. Pure feel-good lingerie… And what’s more, these smooth bras and panties can also be worn invisible under light summer outfits. But don’t hide those poppy shoulder straps! They’ll give your outfit that extra punch.

Minimalist chic

Pure designs, out-of-the-box inspiration and clean lines are in the DNA of Marie Jo L’Aventure. This summer the lingerie brand surprises with a new, minimalist chic line: Marie Jo L’Aventure Louie in a timeless pink and taupe hue. It is light, comfortable lingerie, with a quirky sexy and elegant twist.

Less is definitely more with this series. The designs excel in unexpected material combinations: a super soft microfibre fabric is combined with transparent tulle. Don’t miss the innovative spacer bra of this Marie Jo L’Aventure Louie. It is the perfect summer bra in a feather-light, high-tech fabric and with a top fit that flatters every woman.

Hunkemöller launches lingerie collection with supermodel Duckie Thot

October 15, 2020 by Brigitte

Hunkemöller collaborates with model Duckie Thot on a new lingerie collection, emphasizing the power of diversity and continuing the brand’s journey towards greater inclusivity. The brand joins forces with South Sudanese-Australian top model Duckie Thot within a daring lingerie collection focused on uniqueness, self-reliance and the strength of women worldwide.

After the partnership started in July 2019, the partnership became even more relevant in 2020 as the Black Lives Matter movement, which Duckie herself is very passionate about (as are we here at The Lingerie Post!), gained momentum. As a dark woman working in the fashion industry, Duckie offers a unique and valuable perspective on how Hunkemöller can challenge itself and achieve more with its inclusion strategy. The brand wants to encourage women of all skin tones to embrace themselves and live life confidently. Something that should certainly succeed with this colorful collection.

In addition to the creative collaboration, Duckie Thot provided ideas for both the campaign and the marketing strategy of the collection. Part of this is a paid influencer campaign featuring black women, as well as an appeal to customers to donate to ENAR (European Network Against Racism). This charity was selected in consultation with the top model; ENAR’s work focuses on smaller organizations, which are close to Hunkemöller’s core values ??of inclusivity, especially when it comes to women.

Another initiative to promote diversity within Hunkemöller is an Inclusivity Workgroup dedicated to empowering women of all ethnicities, body shapes and skill levels within the organization and in how the company presents itself to the world.

Like Duckie, the collection created in collaboration with her is daring, sexy and self-assured. The silhouette is youthful; from bralettes, high-waisted briefs to bodies. The colorful palette of neon pink and black is accented with modern embroidery and graphic lace. The campaign video and photography, shot in the studio in London, is Hunkemöller’s most daring and creative content ever. On a neon-lit stage with bold shapes reflecting the collection, Duckie emphasizes her ‘Rules for World-Changing Women’. They include: Create your own rhythm and keep following it, empower yourself and you will inspire many and being sexy is a state of mind. She closes with the powerful statement: “I’m not different, I’m unique.”

Tales from Japan: Chantelle AW20

September 25, 2020 by Press Release

Chantelle is a brand that represents all women, acting as an essential pillar of daily life for many around the world. Whether as a source of strength, comfort or style, women find meaningful ways to live through Chantelle and find purpose in the values shared with them. This AW20 Chantelle gets inspired from Japanese teachings.

From zen gardens to nights in the electric city, Chantelle’s new Day to Night line subtly blends a floral motif with an elegant silhouette for all day wear. Its style plays on the harmony between delicate lace and mesh for a trendy look.

A new addition to the SoftStrech range, the classic padded top is reimagined for this season in a modern and feminine lace line. The bra, made out of ultra soft and stretchy material, gives a second skin effect adaptable to all body types.

SOFTSTRETCH PADDED TOP LACE HIGH WAIST BRIEF BLACK

Chantelle faces

With a cast of four engaging individuals who each embody different aspects of Chantelle, each model tells their own chapter of the Autumn Winter 2020 story in their own distinct style. Yet all share an important human message, that should be embraced by all, Chantelle’s Ikigai.

Ines Rau

The first transgender model ever to feature for Chantelle, Ines, has an inspiring personal story to tell alongside her striking appearance. Her journey to transition led her to writing an autobiography entitled ‘Femme’. She is an advocate of human rights.

Kim van der Laan

Dutch model Kim is a student of psychology, politics and philosophy and intends to go into writing on a range of subjects alongside her work in fashion.

Naomi Shimada

Advocate of body positivity and lifelong Chantelle customer, Naomi is a social media star. Active in the fashion industry since the age of 16. Her regular podcast appearances on platforms such as the BBC and her active nature on Instagram have led her to write her book ‘Mixed Feelings’, which tackles issues of mental health and digital habits.

Nisaa Pouncey

Nisaa is a rising star in fashion. Her positive outlook on life and passion to travel informs all that she does, seeing herself as a role model to other young African American girls.

Hunkemöller Doutzen Summer Stories Collection 2020

August 16, 2020 by Press Release

Plunge into the Pacific this summer in signature Doutzen Kroes style. Hunkemöller has teamed up with the supermodel for the last time with these stunning Doutzen Summer Stories.

This season’s Doutzen Summer Stories Collection was influenced by Malibu beaches and their surrounding wooded hills and canyons. Varied styles and colours seen in bandeau to balcony shapes let women travel back to the beauty of nature. Designed to suit all shapes and sizes, the crochet bikini and Doutzen Summer Stories Collection is a total glam look from beach to poolside bar. The campaign was shot with Doutzen in Mexico.

Sustainable ranges made from recycled plastic bottles

Nature is always top of mind, and Hunkemöller and Doutzen Kroes take their sustainability responsibilities seriously. The Cali, Malibu and Paradise ranges are all from fabric made with recycled plastic bottles. Check out the REPREVE® bottle label attached to the hangtag (or in the online description) and help keep our environment and beaches beautiful.

Doutzen Summer Stories colour and designs

Beautiful streamlined design is seen all through this collection: in simple, classic and sophisticated shapes. Delicate gold braid detailing on contrasting mattes are seen next to jacquard textures and crochet knits. Made in an earthy muted colour palette in the season’s hottest natural tones, there is a fresh colour update in a stand-out zebra print. Alongside classic black, women will really love the dark red & cedar green—great colours for all skin tones and giving that wow-factor from sandy beach to relaxed boat trip.

Perfect cover-ups for hot midday sun

An elegant white kaftan, a green maxi dress, or dark floaty tunic are the perfect cover-ups complementing the range. Women will be beach or poolside-drinks ready in an instant. Also great for the walk up from the beach in search of midday shade.