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

July 18, 2008 by Bert

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.

Filed Under: Charity, Gigis Closet, Press Releases

New Arrivals at GigisCloset.com

April 23, 2008 by Mandolina

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 Grenadines Demi Cup BraSimone 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 Underwire BraFreya – 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.
Fleurt LULU THONG

Shopping for all of these at TLP favorite GigisCloset! 

Filed Under: Demi Cup Bra, Fleur't, Freya, Gigis Closet, Simone Perele, Thong, Underwire Bra

Lilly Pulitzer Sleepwear at Gigis!

March 20, 2008 by Mandolina

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.

lilly pulitzer sleepwear

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!

Filed Under: Babydoll, Chemise, Gigis Closet, Lilly Pulitzer, Pajamas, Sleepwear, Wrap

Chantelle Spring/Summer 2008 Collection

March 19, 2008 by Kelly

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:

Chantelle Caprice Chantelle Chantilly Glamour Chantelle Fete Starlett
Chantelle Legende Chantelle Chantilly Chantelle Pretty Graphie
Chantelle Sensua Chantelle Africa Fashion Chantelle Africa Original

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!

Filed Under: Bare Necessities, Chantelle, Figleaves, Freshpair, Gigis Closet, Larger Cup Sizes, New collection, Photo Sets

The lingerie you will never buy

February 13, 2008 by Kristina Haas

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.

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Kristina Haas - Gigis ClosetKristina 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!

Filed Under: Curve Lingerie, Expert Guest Bloggers, Gigis Closet, OnGossamer

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