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ëa Soleil Oasis 2009 Collection

August 17, 2009 by Quick Blurbs

Just a couple weeks ago, Bella Bella Boutique owner Aline Machado updated her site with a new swimwear label from the makers of ëa Lingerie. ëa Soleil is a very high-end swimwear line, and even though the Columbian designer combines a lot of flashy elements (rhinestones, brand name, …), I love the look and honestly feel these pieces look extremely classy.

Aline Machado agrees: “The EA Soleil Oasis Collection 2009 brings stunning designs, fabrics, colors, and Swarovski crystals for a look of glamour and sophistication. Always wowing with impeccable fit and high quality materials, the EA Soleil Oasis Collection will make you look and feel beautiful…”

The official ëa site actually has quite a few more pieces that BBB is not carrying, and some of these are pretty great too. Shopping for these in the US might be anything but easy, but for the sake of showing my favorites from the collection, here goes:

The pricing matches the look and quality at $125-$200, at Bella Bella Boutique.

Dress My Nest Around My Rhinestone Garter Belt

July 22, 2009 by Rene

The Style Network runs a show called Dress My Nest in the US. A designer, Thom (from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy), helps people fix up their homes. To get a sense of their style, Thom asks for “3 and 3” – three things you love and three things that reflect your style. He uses these props as inspiration. Rarely do the props become actual centerpieces of the room. On a recent episode (iTunes US), Thom is helping Tabitha. Tabitha is a single gal that is settling down after taking a turn globe trotting the world as a magician’s assistant.

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One of Tabitha’s items is a rhinestone garter belt. (Click here to watch a small clip from the show and to see Tabitha unveil her three choices). I’m pretty sure I remember that piece from three years ago when Victoria’s Secret was producing a fall line and adding their own sense of glamour. I haven’t tracked any of the originals, even on the vast eBay. Frederick’s of Hollywood is offering a kit of bra and string for $39.00 US a piece.

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I was also able to track down an actual garter belt from Body Lingerie for $39.75 US.

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If you have no idea what to do with a garter belt (and I’m not sure why you would be reading TLP), then you can take some lessons from this instructional video.

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And you can take a look at the designed room and the resources needed.

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Cosabella Goes “Green” for 25th Anniversary

July 20, 2008 by Kelly

Cosabella has just released a Fall 2008 Essentials Collection that will be a little kinder on the world. The new Eden Bamboo range is designed in a soft, luxurious blend of modal (made from the pulp of beech trees) and innovative bamboo fibers in natural colors like onion, carrot, ecru, radish, earth, and sage. The loungewear is simple but girly, with small ruffle details on the camisoles, babydolls, boxers, quarter sleeve top, thongs, and pants.

Other styles out for Fall 2008 are made of traditional fabricsand feature lingerie and sleepwear in bold colors, vintage-inspired laces, tattoo styling, and signature prints. For a bit of a flirtier touch, there is plenty of metallic embroidery, Swarovski diamontes, oversize florals, and shiny microfiber.

This is a great collection to celebrate Cosabella’s 25th anniversary! The company was founded in 1983 by Ugo and Valeria Compello. The company has headquarters in Miami, Florida, and the swimwear, apparel, hosiery, loungewear, and lingerie are manufactured in Italy. You can find Cosabella at Figleaves US and Chic Mystique, or use the store locator on the Cosabella website.

A New Lou – Lou Lingerie

June 17, 2008 by Krista

Lou Lingerie, a popular French brand in existence for over 60 years, is taking a new direction for fall with a more sophisticated and modern look. With a focus on elegance and style along with quality and fit, Lou seeks to meet the need of the everyday woman who enjoys the finer things in life for herself.The line features feminine and fashion forward designs as well as well as basics with flair! Each piece in the collection is well thought out and includes incredible detailing from embroidery to creative use of texture.

One of my favorite groups in the collection is Charmant. Both the bras (full cup, demi, and push-up) and the panties (bikini, thong, and lace short) incorporate a unique, corset-esque lace up detailing. This sexiness is balanced with sweetness with delicate bows adorning the pieces as well.

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Couture is a one-of-a-kind group that is couture indeed! Each piece, a combination of silk and lace, looks like a work of art! This, paired with scalloped edging and rich colors, makes for quite a masterpiece.

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Allure, Lou’s basic bra, is more than basic. Featuring molded foam cups that conform to your original shape, this classic bra is accented with Swarovski crystals.

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Lou Lingerie can be found at a number of retailers worldwide. Look for these and a number of other sassy styles online at Figleaves and BiggerBras.com.

New lingerie from I.D. Sarrieri

May 23, 2008 by Quick Blurbs

There’s never been a better time to treat your body to fine silk lingerie, as this summer, the new collection from I.D. Sarrieri offers the most fabulous designs in exquisite silk from France and Italy.

The designer, I.D. Sarrieri, from Romania, takes inspiration from haute couture and vintage designer styles, and each season offers a sophisticated collection designed for the modern woman.

This season, the collection available at www.miodestino.co.uk combines elegance and style, with supreme attention to detail . Select from the glamour of a fuchsia silk push up bra teamed with a retro style frilled brief, or the elegance of the charcoal silk set, finished with glittering Swarovski crystal.

In the photo: Fuchsia silk push up bra £98 // matching briefs £49 // Charcoal silk bra £110 // v-string briefs £48