Thursday, September 30

Grazia Magazine; Sexy Vintage









photos by Nelson Simoneau, stylist Santa Bevacqua, images via Grazia

Thanks to Catherine, the designer for the UK lingerie label Kiss Me Deadly, we discovered these gorgeous photographs from Grazia magazine.  Kiss Me Deadly (whose Candybox Knickers are shown in the 4th pic from the top) happens to be featured among some of fashion's top designers, including Carine Gilson, Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel & Prada in this spread by Nelson Simoneau entitled "Sex and Vintage".  As you can see, there's a definite vintage vibe to each image with a hint of lingerie here and there...whether it's a bit of a bra showing or a pretty pair of stockings or thigh highs.  We are really impressed by the beauty of the hosiery, which happens to be provided by an Italian label called Transparenze - those lilac thigh highs are so beautiful!  Once again we are so pleased to see hosiery as a featured trend this season, much more so than previous years (since it inevitably becomes more popular as the weather gets cooler). 
Do you have a favorite look?  Do you think that 1960's bouffant will ever become a trend again?!



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Tuesday, September 28

Tyler Kandel; Photographer

Maison Close 'Villa Caprice' bra & panty
Cosabella 'Jill' Bra & Fifi Chachnil 'Jolie Fille' bloomers
Fleur of England 'Something Blue' Balcony Bra & Shorty
All images via Tyler Kandel, make-up & styling by Quinn Lipton

Not only do we have the most amazing customers around, but apparently the most talented!  Through Faire Frou Frou we were pleased to make the acquaintance of Los Angeles photographer Tyler Kandel, who shot a series of images titled "On Pointe" that included lingerie from our boutique.  The images are gorgeous, the lingerie is spectacular and the fact that the photos are ballet-themed is the pièce de résistance.  Each image seems to be as much about the light in the room as it is about the dancer, which is pretty breathtaking.  Kandel studied photography at Art Center College of Design and was recently amongst the Top 25 contestants at the 2010 International Photography Awards.  His portfolio is a great example of his range of talent as a photographer, which we recommend that you see here

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Monday, September 27

Hopeless - Vintage-Inspired Silk Lingerie

Images via Hopeless on Etsy, Photos: Vlad Savin, Model: Lauren Elizabeth Aitken

When Hopeless launches a new lingerie collection we are happy bloggers because we have such perfectly frou-frou pieces to share.   This darling Australian lingerie brand is an Etsy favorite known for its whimsical, feminine pieces ranging from intimate apparel to accessories/headbands.  The Fall collection is certainly filled with girly-girl charm, particularly with the oversized bows and satin ruffles.  Each piece is handmade in Australia and custom-made to order (ranging in sizes XXS-XL).  In addition to the designs, Hopeless sets itself apart with its professional photographs for each season.  The images really set the tone for the brand and create a lingerie world that make you want to purchase each piece. Seriously, the black bow headband is calling our name...and how about that fishnet veil!
You can shop for Hopeless lingerie here.   

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Friday, September 24

Geometric Bodices; Georgia Hardinge

images via here

Thanks to a suggestion from our talented friend/photographer Marnie Goodfriend, we were introduced to the geometric clothing designs of Georgia Hardinge. Georgia is a London-based designer whose background includes an education at Parsons Paris School of Art & Design wherein she was distinguished student awarded for her talent.  From the geometric shapes that we see in her pieces its evident she was inspired by a love of architecture in creating the collection.  A blend of technique, art and function come together to create gorgeously unique items that accentuate the female form.
The cut-out/strap designs remind us a bit of Bordelle, a luxury lingerie line from the UK that arrives at Faire Frou Frou next week (it's a naughty glam line that will be featured on our blog & store next week).  As for where Hardinge's pieces are sold, it appears she is taking direct orders for now from the contact page on her website. 

Monday, September 20

Stockings, Thigh Highs & Garters, Oh My!

images via here.  Photographer: Catherine Servel, Model: Magdalena Frackowiak, Stylist: Daniela Agnelli for The Sunday Telegraph

With editorials like this cropping up, it's no wonder we've been selling so many stockings lately! 
The lingerie-as-outerwear trend reached new heights this Summer, and perhaps the easiest way for those of us who aren't in the pages of a magazine to wear that look is with hosiery.  Maybe you won't go outside your house wearing a sheer dress showing off the fabulous bra/panty underneath, but you certainly can wear a gorgeous garter belt and show that suggestive little detail of the garter strap clasped to the stocking.  These pictures essentially show the variety of stockings and thigh highs that are hottest right now (at Faire Frou Frou)...vintage or retro-inspired stockings both with/without the backseam and thigh highs with a plain band.  We aren't seeing as much of the thigh high with the lace band in editorials these days, nor are we selling as much of that style as we used to.
One style we are particularly excited about is the dotted/backseam stocking below...they will be available at our store in about a week (if you notice the model's manicure, that's a trend that's long behind us!). 

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Sunday, September 19

30% Off Storewide at Faire Frou Frou...(PROMO EXPIRED)


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Wednesday, September 15

Uptown Ladies

Oscar de la Renta dress (above & below), LaCrasia gloves
Dolce & Gabbana bodysuit, LaCrasia gloves
Nina Ricci bustier & skirt, LaCrasia gloves
Photography Mario Testino, Styling Sarajane Hoare, V Magazine #67

Admittedly it's a bit of a stretch using these images on our LINGERIE blog, but we spotted a bodysuit and a bit of fishnet in one of the pictures, so that made these images instant qualifiers!   And really, how can you not love these Mario Testino photographs?  The old-school glamour, depicting the hypothetical uptown "Bergdorf" shopper (that's us!) seems right at home in our world of luxury.  From the latest issue of V Magazine (#67) Freja Beha Erichsen and Sasha Pivovarova model opulent fashions (opera-length gloves, evening gowns and fishnet veils) and extravagant hairstyles...don't you wish you could pull off this look for just one day?
We thought we would note that all of the hosiery used in this shoot was by Falke...even though you don't see it!


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Monday, September 13

Milla Jovovich Shows Us How It's Done!

Photos by Guy Aroch, Styled by Haley Atkin. images via here

In a no-frills approach to lingerie as outerwear, Milla Jovovich does a knockout job working the latest intimate apparel trend.  In the September issue of the Los Angeles Times Magazine (our favorite part of the Sunday paper), Milla rocks some American Apparel panties, Falke hosiery and a few key pieces of outerwear.  Again, we see hosiery as a feature component for a Fall 2010 look, so we highly suggest you stock up now (by the way, more styles being added to our shop in about a week).  Also, we are still seeing the high-waist panty...a wonderful trend we hope to see stick around for a while. 

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The Lingerie Addict; Check Out Our Guest Post!


Today is an exciting day for us as we head over to The Lingerie Addict for a guest blog post!  Our topic was Why Shop in a Luxury Lingerie Boutique.  Hopefully you will enjoy what we wrote and have your own input as well.   For those of you unfamiliar with The Lingerie Addict, it is a site where relevant discussions involving the lingerie industry take place (along with pretty pictures of course!). 
Head over to Treacle's blog here to read our article!
You will be so compelled to shop that you will then head over to Faire Frou Frou!

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Wednesday, September 8

Time to Stock-Up on Stockings!

We kind of wish we could go out like this! 
Laetitia Casta via Harper's Bazaar Russia, photographed by Marcin Tyszka, images via here


We love when stockings become the focal point of a fashion editorial...it just shows what a strong accessory they can be!  The beautiful Laetitia Casta showcases her long legs in classic, retro-styled stockings.  This style has been such a hit with our customers; we scarcely go a day without selling hosiery.  In fact, we just placed a re-order with Cervin because there has been an overwhelming demand for back-seam stockings.  Our customers are calling it the "Mad Men" effect...could that really be it? 
In addition to the stockings, Casta is also wearing lingerie from Agent Provocateur, La Perla and a few vintage pieces (anything else we can't tell as we don't read Russian!).   The leopard accessories are also pretty spectacular...it works well with the retro theme. 
Expect to see some new stockings from Cervin on our website in about 2 weeks!

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