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Rosy Lingerie Update

October 12, 2008 by Krista

Back in the summer, Rosy debuted in the U.S. You saw photos from the launch on TLP. As promised, here are some of the great promotional photos from this fantastic French brand. Absolutely beautiful!

Diablotine is a sassy, yet elegant range featuring retro-striped satin. The complete look contains a padded bra (with ribbon and lace detailing), mathcing thong, and corresponding (and very sexy) waistcincher accented with lacing.

Sensuelle is a delightfully sexy set composed of tempting tulle and exquisite embroidery. Available in a wired bra and coordinating brief.

Enjoleuse is sweet and sophisticated. Made of soft microfibre, the range features a contrasting organza trim. Choose between a wired bra and molded bra and between high leg knickers and flirty thong.

Sentimentale is an opulent lace and taffeta combination. Both the molded bra and wired bra feature an organza knot in the center. Match with a brief or thong. And don’t forget the waistcincher to complete the look!

For more on Rosy, see the website. Rosy is available at stores worldwide. For you lucky NYC ladies, Rosy has recently arrived at Journelle. Enjoy!

CILA Brand Feature: Lou

August 2, 2008 by Krista

Lou Lingerie, featured on TLP back in June, is another contender for the coveted CILA Awards. This luxury fashion line, dedicated to meeting the needs of the modern, sophisticated, and discerning woman, will be taking the stage in just a few short days.

Lou will be vying for Best Coordinated Outifit with its everyday classy Music Hall collection. The demi cup bra and matching lace short each features an intriguing geometric embroidery, subtly scalloped edging, and a glamorous, crystal bound bow. The full collection, available this fall in Saphir (a rich navy) and Vison (the mocha color pictured), also includes the options of a full cup or foam pad bra (both through size E) as well as a bikini or thong, each with the signature flair and detailing of the collection. Music Hall is both stylish and versatile as the pieces provide a more fashionable alternative to a boring basic set.

Lou can be found at a number of retail locations including Intima Carmel, Trousseau Chicago, and Les Cent Culottes. Look for the collections at a store near you. Also, be sure to check back next week for a full post-CILA wrap up and see how all of your favorite brands fared.

* Intimate apparel buyers interested in attending the CILA Gala should contact Marjorie Walker at ContoursMag@verizon.net for information on obtaining tickets. * (Hurry! The not-to-be missed event is Monday, August 4th!)

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!

Elegantly Scant Lingerie 2008

March 27, 2008 by Mandolina

I love company names and mottos that say the obvious. Elegantly Scant from Australia is one of those corporate names. Really, how else would you best describe being dressed in lingerie?

And if you wonder how anyone can dress elegantly and scantily at the same time, you only have to review the 2008 collections to get your answer. 100% silk print with lace inlay highlights the Calypso line with creamy colours and glorious floral designs. Who could resist walking around in that beautiful chemise all day?

Take a peek at the Madeleine line and you know that this lingerie speaks of luxury and elegance. Pretty lace, flower details and exquisite finishings around the waistband and legs of the panties as well as the straps of the bras.

The Panache line is more bold and daring in hot pinks mixed with blacks and golds. And if you are looking for something a little more casual but still pretty and feminine, try the Pennyfarthing made of 100% cotton.

Truly, Elegantly Scant is a fabulous lingerie company who exhibits qualities of fun and whimsy, elegance and luxury, and sexy and alluring. Looking forward to the upcoming collections, and will obviously be keeping you posted of those here on The Lingerie Post!

Konrad Lingerie: Polish, but high-end?

November 22, 2007 by Mandolina

Konrad, a Polish label sold at online retailer Cupid Lingerie is completely new to me. I asked shopkeepers Jason and Rachel Stanley of Cupid Lingerie to introduce me to the brand, and this is what they told me:

Konrad is one of the high end lingerie brands in Poland. They were established in 1990, and are sold in most of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. I know that probably conjures up images of Russion shot-putters and steel reinforced bras, but it couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact I understand before the war Warsaw was a major centre for fine lingerie in Europe. Konrad produces fashion lingerie. They have a permanent collection and release new collections a couple of times each year. Konrad bras are made by hand, using very high quality materials, much of it from France, Italy, Spain and Switzerland.

The quality of construction is very high, and the bras are a very well fitting. We’ve been realy impressed with the stock that has arrived. The embroidery is good quality, and they are all finished off well. Most of the Konrad bras are push up bras (with removable soft pad inserts).

I like the photos attached. I still feel like “I have to see this before I’m convinced”, but I’ll probably be doing that in the near future. I promise to keep you all posted!