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10th Anniversary of Victoria’s Secret Angels

April 20, 2008 by Krista

It’s been 10 years since Victoria’s Secret introduced the “Angel” collection and thus launched some of the most prominent names in the modeling business. Tyra. Heidi. Gisele. I’m not sure these ladies would be known by only their first names if it wasn’t for this legendary campaign. This past week, the newest Angel, Miranda Kerr, was on the CW11 morning news in New York discussing the anniversary exhibit debuting today in the flagship Herald Square location. A decade of Angel history is chronicled through exhibit features such as the very first pair of wings to hit the runway and Heidi’s legendary giant angel wings. Victoria’s Secret is also launching the new Dream Angel bra featuring a memory lining that conforms to your curves.

See the interview with Miranda here.

The Feminine Beauty of Diamonds and Lace

September 6, 2007 by Bert

Femininity is all about beauty, poise, elegance, and purity. Diamonds also have long been associated with purity and perfection. So, it doesnâ€™t seem far-fetched for Victoriaâ€™s Secret to offer a line of fantasy diamond-encrusted bras that bring diamonds and lingerie together in one product. To get the same look without spending millions, just focus on bringing your feminine side to the forefront with diamonds.

Lingerie makes a beautiful backdrop to diamonds. Just like a diamond engagement ring is displayed in velvet-backed boxes, you can offer your own body as the backdrop to display gorgeous pieces of jewelry and lingerie that accent your femininity. The intricacy and delicacy of lace is stunning next to the rainbow-sparkling coolness of diamonds. Ruffles, velvet, and satin lingerie are equally wonderful to wear with diamonds. They can provide not only a visual stimulation, but a very feminine sensual delight too.

Donâ€™t be afraid to mix and match fabrics and jewelry accessories. You can use a diamond and pearl-studded choker for a very dramatic effect with night-time teddies. Feathers are a fun accessory that is very appropriate for lingerie and can add a bit of lightness and playfulness to the lingerie outfit. They also add a softness and peek-a-boo effect to the diamond jewelry you choose to wear with them. The trend towards bringing out the soft feminine virtues of Goddess beauty and perfection can bring a sense of playfulness and drama to your night-time trysts. If you want to make it even more fun, bring your partner along to help you pick out the lingerie and jewelry outfit you intend to wear later.

Adriana Lima for Zeki Swimwear

May 14, 2007 by Mandolina

Here’s a great photo set of Adriana Lima for the Turkish brand Zeki Swimwear. We’ve got more Zeki news coming soon, but for now you’ll have to settle for these absolutely gorgeous photo’s of Adriana. 😉

I honestly think she looks better in these shots than in most of the Victoria’s Secret ad campaigns…

Like I said, more to come. By the way: Adriana isn’t the only top model that has worked with Zeki: names like Tyra Banks, Claudia Schiffer, Laetitia Casta, Daniela Pestova, Karen Mulder, Naomi Campbell, Adriana Karembeu and Kim Smith really give a brand some zing, no? Can’t believe I had never heard of them before. 🙁

Gisele Bundchen – an Angel no more

May 4, 2007 by Krista

As stunning as Gisele looked in the video footage of Mandolina’s last post, it just wasn’t enough. Gisele will no longer be an “angel.”

Victoria’s Secret CEO, Edward Rezak, stated, “The long and fruitful relationship between Gisele Bundchen and Victoria’s Secret has reached a conclusion. We wish her all the best and thank her for her extraordinary work. She will continue to be a very visible part of the world’s sexiest brand through the remainder of the year.”

While that is all that was stated, word on the street here has it that she wanted more money. $5 million more in fact. They didn’t want to give. And so, she is retiring her wings.

I’m wondering who will take the reins as the front runner now. Maybe they should bring Tyra back…