Luxury Lingerie

Lavinia Firenze Lingerie: New Brand

November 18, 2009 by Press Release

Today, we introduce you to an exciting new lingerie label from Italy: Lavinia Firenza.

They want to represent the excellence of “Made in Italy” in the lingerie sphere and give consumers the possibility to distinguish themselves from others. In order to reach these goals Lavinia Firenze exclusively rely on the best Italian suppliers existing in the market, both for the materials used in the making of their lingerie, and for the artisan workmanship. All collections are limited editions – and Lavinia Firenze wants all collections to look like they are…

The first L.F. creations are divided into three collections. The first, “Collezione B-Up”, is a technical one. A sort of “framework” to shape the figure without the shapewear look. A lifting that tries to achieve a Brazilian-style curve combined with pretty and sexy panties.

The second and the third collection represent the best “Made in Italy” can do. A teamwork between the finest of fabrics with the best on the production-end results in an attractive, fascinating, gorgeous and comfortable collection.

Due to the artisan methods, Lavinia Firenze is able to create made-to-measure items. More information (and footage) on laviniafirenze.it.

Andrea Billard Lingerie New Collections

October 28, 2009 by Mandolina

Andrea Billard Haute Lingerie is proud to present their new luxury lingerie collections; “Monte Carlo” and the new Limited Edition Collection “Valentina”. Gorgeously glamorous without compromising on comfort, the UK brand offers limited edition sets and innovative designs in high quality fabrics. The Sheffield based company is also delighted to let all of you know it has listened to the fans and has now extended its size range to a G–cup.

Valentina

The latest in the seriously Limited Edition Collections – romantic ‘Valentina’ captures a feeling of sensuous femininity and is adorned by a red crystal heart which creates a stunning centrepiece. The collection compliments Andrea Billard’s current limited edition ranges ‘Evangeline’, ‘Virgin Queen’, ‘Victoria’ and ‘Jezebel’.

The bra is wired and padded for excellent support and has silklined cups for a soft, sensual feel, enhancing the experience of luxury, whilst making the most of a lady’s curves. The soft semi-transparent mesh reverse of the knickers gives a cheeky rear view. £128 RRP for the set.

Monte Carlo

Monte Carlo…..the very name conjures up visions of glamour… Made in silk with stretch qualities, this ‘underwear meets outerwear’ range sits well with the popular ‘Paris’ collection.. Key pieces include a cropped jacket, ultra mini skirt, garter belt, silk lined balcony bra and thong. Prices range from £50 – £135.

More on andreabillard.co.uk. The model is Sarah Beake, photos by Craig Fleming.

La Fee Verte Spring/Summer 2010

October 17, 2009 by Krista

I first told you about La Fee Verte back in the spring after seeing the delightful collection at Curvexpo. During a time when the intimates industry was feeling the effects of the recession, and the general mood of the show was reserved, I was intrigued by a brand that would dare to go bold! The Fall 2009 collection, now available at retailers, including Journelle (where I saw it last week!), is daring, colorful, and whimsical. In contrast, the Spring/Summer 2010 collection takes a more mature, more vintage, more Parisian direction while still retaining an emphasis on quality and luxury.

What I particularly love about the S/S collection is the variety of unique silhouettes that designer, Adam Sakara, uses to captivate the eye including kimonos, bralettes, tap shorts, rompers, and more. I also love the versatility of the pieces. Not only can they be mixed and matched to create new looks, but a number of pieces are able to double as outerwear as well as innerwear. My favorite innerwear as outerwear piece would have to be the romper. In both ivory and black, the piece is striking and could easily be incorporated into an outfit for a night on the town. Another favorite feature of this collection is the subtlety of the colorways. With simple, yet elegant combinations like black and ivory, black and lavender, gray and pink, and pink and ivory, the intricacy of the design shines through.

See above for a sampling of photos of the collection. Many more are on the website. I promise, you will be hooked!

Her Rich Attire Creeps Rustling to her Knees

October 15, 2009 by Kelly

Did that title get your attention? It’s the phrase Strumpet & Pink have on their website, and it’s some of the only text on there that isn’t purely informational. The lingerie itself makes the statements, which is really the only way to give justice to it all. I always love looking at pieces from Strumpet & Pink – although I obviously appreciate so many different kinds of lingerie, this is one of those exquisite lines that just makes you stop dead in your tracks and let out a little gasp when you see all the perfectly executed buttons, ruffles, ribbons, and chiffon. It reminds me of icing on a cake – perfectly sweet and fluffy, almost too pretty to use!

According to Glamorous Amorous, Strumpet & Pink was founded in 2002 by Lisa Z Morgan and Melanie Probert. They focus on limited-edition handmade knickers, using pure silk, satin, chiffon, and crepe. Morgan and Probert say of their creations,

“Our prime concern; how does a woman actually feel when she wears one of our creations. It is this experience that makes our knickers beautiful. Strumpet & Pink achieve this by embodying the sensibilities of the flower i.e beauty, fragility, sexuality and joy and combining these with the sensuous qualities of pure silk crepe, satin, chiffon and tulle. The knickers are cut on the bias in such a way as to trace and disclose the contours of the female form. Our knickers brim with contradictions; they feel beautiful, sensuous, humorous, naïve, sexual, confident and playful. Each pair holds a discovery…”

The only drawback? The price. You’ll have to save your pennies for these – if you even have to ask, you probably can’t afford it 😉 Prices vary, but you can expect to pay £200 to over £500 for these beauties. So for me, they will remain firmly in my dreams! But if you can spare the cash, you can find a selection at Glamorous Amorous, Catriona MacKechnie, Coco de Mer, and Faire Frou Frou.

Chantelle’s 60th Anniversary

September 15, 2009 by Bruna

Popular designer lingerie brand Chantelle has launched a very special collection to celebrate its 60th Anniversary this year. With plenty of lace, satin and transparency effects, the pieces in this timeless collection predominantly feature subdued and muted colors done on sleek and feminine silhouettes.

Bras (32B to 38E) and panties (XS to XL) retail between $58 and $98.

Think this collection suits you? To answer that question, Chantelle has also put together a 60th Anniversary poem describing the brand’s typical diva-like customer:

“Subdued lighting,
precious and delicate fabrics,
a subtle fragrance—all my senses are awakened.

Burning with sensuality, a luminous beauty,
I cannot forget this woman who was exquisitely Parisian.
Simply my imagination,
a melody still echoes in my mind.

She waits for me, mysterious, sure of herself.
Her look is full of promises.
Sensual diva, voluptuous beauty,
she is the embodiment of grace and seduction.

Free expression of her body, the outline of her curves,
she is radiant.
My desire burns
as I delightfully discover her sweet secrets.

In love, radiant, daring…
she is distinctly Chantelle.”