Hipster

Elyse Taylor Models Bonds Hipsters

December 11, 2009 by Bruna

Aussie underwear label Bonds is celebrating the 10^th anniversary of its Hipster underwear style this year and has chosen model Elyse Taylor to head the campaign. Taylor, who walked the 2009 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, was photographed with the original Hipster model, Australian bombshell Sarah Murdoch, who reportedly refused to be photographed in the style because she is pregnant – although you can barely tell from the (shoddy) image! Black truly is slimming.

murdoch-and-taylor — Sarah Murdoch and Elyse Taylor via Bonds.

Other Bonds Hipster models have included Australian beauties Miranda Kerr, Pania Rose and Cheyenne Tozzi. Check out some of the brand’s fun Hipster styles below that will be available in January!

Web site: Bonds.com.au

Affinitas Featured in June Glamour

May 20, 2009 by Krista

Affinitas Intimates has been featured on TLP before for its stylish, sassy, and sexy sets, chemises, camis, and more. They recently caught the eye of the editors over at Glamour who have featured the summery Joanna Balconnet Bra in its Dos and Don’ts of Going Bare spread. Clearly, Joanna is definitely a Do! This convertible bra is the perfect alternative to your basic black and nude under strapless tops and dresses. Adding a matching thong or hipster won’t break the bank either. You can have a complete set for $40 or less! With a great price like that, you can buy another whole set. Affinitas Intimates are available at retailers throughout the U.S. and online at Lauren Silva.

Vintage Vixens – Tra-La-La Lingerie

September 8, 2008 by Krista

Are you a vintage vixen? Then you are in luck! A number of brands are going the retro route with inspiration from the 40’s and 50’s. A new brand, Tra-La-La Lingerie, joins the ranks of those doing vintage. And, believe me, they are doing it very well! Tra-La-La has taken the flirty, playful, and fun elements of that era and the technology and fabrication of this era and translated it into gorgeous pieces you’ll want to wear again and again.

Each collection has a theme (such as Bat Your Eyelashes, Fly Me to the Moon, and Ride ‘Em Cowboy!) and features a number of pieces from babydolls, camis, and rompers to high waist panties, hipsters, and tap pants. Colorways for Spring begin with rich jewel tones and move to flirty pastels, classic black, and colorful coral. The fabrics include stretch woven satin, elegant eyelash lace, and Egyptian cotton to name a few. And, the details – to die for! Perfectly placed pockets, beautiful bows, and riveting ruching and ruffles!

If that wasn’t enough, Tra-La-La also has the cutest, cheekiest novelty panties! I can’t wait to own a few pairs myself! With sayings such as “Catchy Number,” “Peek-a-View,” “Are my cheeks red?” and “Sitting Pretty,” these are guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser!

Tra-La-La Lingerie will be available in stores early next year. See the photos below for a glimpse of some of the sassy styles of the collections. And, of course, we’ll keep you posted on the latest developments with this new and exciting brand!

More info? tralalalingerie.com!

Pfiff Spring/Summer 2008

April 29, 2008 by Krista

I’ve already mentioned my love affair with the new Pfiff Age of Innocence eco-friendly group. I recently had the chance to visit the Pfiff showroom and see not only that group, but the rest of the Spring/Summer Collection (Autumn/Winter too, but more about that later!). As expected, the collection does not disappoint by matching exquisite design and detail with elegant (yet, supportive and comfortable) fabrics.

Breadth of Serenity is just that indeed! A clean, white double layered mesh is topped with a vibrant, royal purple scrolling embroidery, which immediately transported me to the Mediterranean in my mind! The group has something to offer everyone. The lightly lined balconette bra accomodates cups A-D, while the lightly padded full coverage bra fits C-F cups. Both feature the delicate, scalloped straps as well as the coordinating organza bow with a crystal tear drop charm.

Bottoms include a g-string hipster, bikini brief, and boyshort. All of which include the organza bow detailing in addition to their own unique elements including additional embroidery, pleating, and a key hole. In true Pfiff style, you’ll not only look fabulous from the front, but from the back as well! The group is complete with both a camisole and chemise. Mix and match to create new, opulent looks every night of the week.

For the ultimate in sophistication, Dramatic Entrances pairs a soft, tactel microfiber with Leavers lace and mesh. The palest green is accented with an inky black in a group reflecting the Art Deco style. Again, amazing detailing is featured throughout and sizes A-F are provided options through the fashionable demi padded push up bra and lightly lined full coverage bra.

The tanga features a unique, lined mesh cut out detail in the back as well as a double banded side while the wide-side thong features detachable garters! For more coverage, choose the hipster. Additional options include a lightly padded underwire bustier and a chemise with an adjustable tie back. This group is so fantastic and detailed, it could have been called Dramatic Exits as well!

Of course, the Pfiff year-round, continuous collections (including Lavish Bouquet and Moments of Seduction) are always available in stores.

To purchase the new collection, you’ll have to wait a few more weeks, but the continuous collections and Autumn/Winter 2007-2008 are currently available in department stores (including Macy’s West) and boutiques. Online, shop at Star Boudoir.

More to come on the Autumn/Winter collection!

Vera Wang for Kohl’s

April 7, 2008 by Kelly

Brenda and I have shown you gorgeous Vera Wang lingerie before, but did you know that Vera Wang also has a line at Kohl’s? The US department store has featured the intimates line, named Simply Vera and designed exclusively for the store, since September 2007. I’ll warn you before you get too excited: the Kohl’s line is nothing like the gowns and chemises we’ve seen before. But it is a line of elegant basics with just a bit more grace than other everyday bras and panties (plus a few more fun items thrown in for good measure!). The intimates selection complements the larger range of misses clothing designed by Wang for the store.

Of the collection, Wang said, “Simply Vera Vera Wang is not just fashion, but a total philosophy about life and style.” I’m a fan of the seamless hipster, which is one of the most comfortable and invisible ones I’ve tried yet – great for days I’m not in the mood for a thong but still don’t want panty lines to show!

You can find these and more designs at Kohl’s stores or on the Kohl’s website.