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Spring

The Lingerie You Need on Spring Break

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It’s almost time for Spring Break! The next few weeks will see students from all over hitting the road with family and friends to take a week off and relax. If you’re taking advantage of the time off to visit a warmer climate, keep these lingerie essentials in mind while you’re packing:

1. MULTIWAY BRA
When space is at a premium (whether you’re stuffing a group of people into one car or just trying to pack light on the plane), a multiway bra is invaluable. Straps that are convertible or removable make it easy to wear one bra with a variety of styles like strapless dresses, racerback tanks, and halter tops, so you don’t have to pack separate a bra for each outfit. Just make sure to pack more than one – each bra needs at least a day between wearings to let the elastic “rest.”

2. SWIMSUIT
I know, I know: total no-brainer. But it would be awful to forget it! For the most flattering fit this year (not to mention the best support), try ordering a bikini that comes in bra sizes.

3. LINGERIE WASH
You never know what will happen on Spring Break! Maybe you’ll get caught in a downpour. Or get seaweed in your bikini. Or fall in the mud while tossing a football. So bring some lingerie detergent with you in case you have to wash up your lingerie and swimwear mid-trip. I like Soak – it’s ridiculously convenient. Just soak and hang to dry (hang on your hotel balcony to give the boys a tease!).

4. CUTE PJS
Chances are, you’ll be sharing a hotel room, cottage, or campsite with other people. This is a good time to upgrade your bedtime wardrobe. Here at TLP we never encourage you to wear saggy sweatpants and holey t-shirts to bed, but especially when other people are there to see!

5. SOMETHING THAT MAKES YOU FEEL AWESOME
I know women who always travel with a cocktail dress, even if they have no plans for a nice dinner or glam party. They want to be prepared for any invitation. Same idea here – you never know who you’ll meet or what you’ll be invited to, so it’s always a good idea to bring a versatile bustier or a favorite bra that gives you jaw-dropping cleavage just in case.

Are you going on spring break? Let us know where you’re going and what lingerie you’re bringing!

Chantal Thomass Spring/Summer 2010 Collection

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French designer Chantal Thomass has launched her new eclectic spring/summer 2010 collection featuring luxurious boudoir looks that will certainly appeal to a wide variety of women. Visit the Chantal Thomass Web site for making of video footage of the photos pictured below!

If you have a 1980’s Madonna edge, you should try:

If you love the menswear as womenswear trend, you should try:

If you want Carmen Miranda’s spicy flair, you should try:

If you want to be young at heart, you should try:

If you love couture, you should try:

If you love rocking out, you should try:

Photos: Chantal Thomass

Update from the CURVExpo Trade Show

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As you all know, I spent a few days back at the beginning of August at the CURVExpo seeing all the collections that will be available for you all to purchase in Spring.  The show has been great with lots of buyers visiting over 200 exhibiting brands!  Here are just a few highlights of posts that are to come in the future.

Artillerie – This great new company will bring you bags (with great pockets and compartments!) for all of your intimate apparel and swimwear.

Between the Sheets Lingerie and Layla L’obatti for Between the Sheets – The delightful loungewear and luxurious lingerie you’ve been seeing will finally hit stores.

Commando by Her Look – One of my all time favorite brands (including my new favorite, Commando Cotton) will continue to make better than nothing better than nothing with more colors, patterns, and designs.

Cosabella – Color, color, color!  Bright and beautiful swimwear, basics, fashion, and shapewear.  Look for Smooth by Cosabella at a store near you.

Daddy’s Favorite – Not just fantastic robes and wraps anymore!  Stay tuned for more on tanks, bloomers, and lounge pant options.

Damaris – Expect more of the signature bow and corset backs as well as exquisite jeweled accents in an opulent collection.

DuMi Shapewear – This company, which wowed us with pretty shapewear, will expand to include a new longer cami that can easily be worn as innerwear or outerwear!

Eucalan – An eco-friendly, no rinse delicates wash with yummy scents from essential oils.

OverBra – This innovention will give ladies of all different sizes a little extra lift.

RipT – A new body-sculpting undershirt for men.

Sassybax – The Pretty range will include a cami and chemise that will smooth and slim the silhouette just like the original collection.

Slimpressions – One of our favorite shapewear brands is now expanding to include the Bottom Line collection to lift and shape your lower half!  And we aren’t the only ones who are noticing…

The Little Bra Company – Spring will bring beautiful new colorways as well as convertible straps on bras for even more versatility.  Plus, a new non-padded option!

White Saki – A fun, city-themed line featuring novelty panties and matching flip flops.

Zielo – Soft, pima cotton sleepwear including women, maternity, and plus collections.  Awesome!

See below for some of my photos from the show.  And stay tuned for more details on the above listed brands and more in the upcoming months leading up to Spring!

Artillerie Daddy's Favorite
Between the Sheets Designer Layla L'obatti and Model Between the Sheets
The Little Bra Company (and the new Georgette range) Cosabella

Spring Finds at Journelle

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It’s Spring!  Well, at least it is starting to feel like it in New York City this week (although some of the temperatures were more fitting for summer!).  And what better way to welcome in the warm weather than to update your lingerie wardrobe!  I recently stopped by Journelle and was greeted by so many beautiful pieces for Spring!  Not only are the pieces featured below perfect for you, but also great for gifts.  With wedding and shower season already upon us, Journelle is one stop shopping for every type of bride to be.

See below for pictures of a few of my favorites.  Visit the Journelle online shop to purchase these and many, many more!  Don’t forget to tell us about your favorites in our forums.

Mimi Holliday Pomme Lace with Silk Plunge Bra and Back Bow Thong – luscious apple green with white embroidery and lace.  Stunning!  Also available with Peep Bottom Boy Short.

Huit Baiser Voler B1 Soft Bra and K10 Shorty – the ultimate Spring-y floral print accented by sweet lace ruffles on the bra and a sheer ruched mesh back on the panty.  Simple sexiness!

Huit Instant Perdu Balconnet Bra and J10 String Thong (also available in the A8 Magic Air Bra and K10 Shorty) – classy cream with opulent embroidery.  Divine!

Elle Macpherson Intimates Harmonies Contour Bra and Boyleg Boyshort – every day comfort in colorful and trendy turquoise and coral.  Just darling!

Myla Annabelle Peek-a-boo Bra and Button-Back Knicker – delicate and feminine floral silk shiffon with a kick!  Sweet Seduction!

Simone Perele Avant Premiere Demi Cup Plunge Bra and Boyshort – vibrant lace with exquisite floral detailing.  Amazing!  Don’t miss the Contour Bra, Thong, and Suspender Belt.

The Lake & Stars Truce romper – airy and flirty featuring suspender-like straps.  Super sophisticated!