Bonne Année! (Happy New Year!)

image via Fifi Chachnil

We would like to wish all of our delightful customers, blog followers/readers and friends a beautiful 2011!  Of course Faire Frou Frou would be nothing without your continued support, which we treasure each and every day.  We are exiting 2010 on a high note and are so excited about what's in-store for the new year.  We are actually planning BIG for the new year and will certainly keep you involved with our projects and expansion as we have details. 
This day marks the perfect opportunity to thank you!  There's so much inspiration and happiness to be found in our daily frou-frou interactions. 
Happy New Year (or Bonne Année) friends. 

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Birds, Lingerie...

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We are trying to find a common theme with each of these pictures by Greg Kadel...there's definitely the lingerie and big blowing hair, but we can't quite figure where the bird motif works itself in.  Even though it doesn't make a lot of sense, it certainly is striking! 
That first image with the garter panty & stockings is superb, and we love the use of the cupless bra in the third image down.  We are always suggesting the cupless/open bras to our customers as a layering piece/accessory for your outerwear, and that open bra layered under the dress is the perfect interpretation of it.  In fact, we might just try that look ourselves tomorrow (with the Myla 'Simone' Triangle Bra)...it's so fun being inspired by fashion!
We actually featured Kadel in our last blog post, and usually don't feature the same photographer back to back, but what the heck!  These pictures just had to be shared...and besides, we're going to use that first picture to create a new graphic for the Twitter link on our blog's sidebar.

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Lingerie With an Edge; Greg Kadel Studios

 

We like how lingerie can be edgy and bad-girl and meanwhile retain a high-fashion elegance.  This editorial by Greg Kadel initially caught our eye because of the ruffly skirt in the first picture, but the high-waist panties and open bras helped win us over.  We particularly like the garter stockings as seen in the 5th picture; very much like the Cervin Pigalle hosiery that we love so much!  Even the artsy make-up had us loving this shoot, with the exception of that last picture; the model in this shot looks clownlike or just a bit scary. 

For more work by Greg Kadel, click here.

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Lingerie & Photography: Andreas Kock

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We have been bad, bad bloggers lately as the demands of Faire Frou Frou have kept us very busy with our customers and organizing new arrivals that have been coming in each day.  Luckily we stumbled upon some lovely lingerie images by photographer Andreas Kock for a bit of visual enticement for you!    A bit of lace here, some stockings and garters there; there's no going wrong. 

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Lingerie & Photography: Jimmy Backius

images by photographer Jimmy Backius

It's so wonderful when we discover photos that are absolutely perfect for posting on our site!  These Jimmy Backius images have just enough lingerie-inspired looks to make us feel inspired.  The first picture (with the Hermes belt) is so lovely, and happens to be a look we could piece together with a few pieces we already own (gotta love that!).  Another favorite is the ruffled bodysuit (at least that's what it appears to be) and the full lace bodysuit which actually looks quite classy.  We're not sure where this series was published otherwise we would love to provide designer credits.  The only brands we could easily spot were the Miu Miu cat-print satin clogs and the Hermes belt.   For more work by Swedish photographer Jimmy Backius click here.

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Holiday Lingerie Gift Guide - Frou Frou Style (part 3)

Our customers are shopping for both Christmas and New Year's Eve at the moment, so we thought we would put a bit of a New Year's spin on today's gift guide.  Why not get a gift that works for both holidays!  Today's guide showcases designs by Toad Lillie, Love, Lulu Mae, Bordelle, Maison Close and Falke.  It's a well-edited collection of some of our best-selling items this season! 
You can purchase any of these items at our Studio City lingerie boutique or online at www.fairefroufrou.com.

1.  Bordelle 'Lace Cut-Out Bodysuit' $238   2. Toad Lillie 'Yes, Tease' 1/4-Cup Bra $115 & Panty $105 shown with the 'Della' hair accessory by Love, Lulu Mae $80  3. Maison Close 'Salon Bourbon' Bow-Tie $30  4. Falke 'Diamond 10' thigh highs $40  5. Bordelle 'Angela' Dress $560   6. Maison Close 'Cabaret Royal' Thong $35

Julianna Margulies for Harper's Bazaar

images via Harper's Bazaar, actress Julianna Margulies photographed by Alexi Lubomirski

Thanks to the lovely ladies of Intenzioni (a fabulous luxury lingerie brand from Italy), we were notified about these provocative, lingerie-inspired images from the January 2011 issue of Harper's Bazaar.  Actress Julianna Margulies is wearing the gorgeous Intenzioni 'Atelier Chemise' in the first picture and the rest of the shoot includes camisoles by Josie Natori and Patricia Fieldwalker (the blue cami in the 3rd pic down).  Of course the stockings were not credited on the Bazaar website, which is an unfortunate oversight we see quite often (we're guessing it's either Cervin, Falke or Wolford which pretty much make up the trinity of luxury hosiery - UPDATE: The stockings are Agent Provocateur, thanks to a tip from one of our readers!). We like that these images show how easy it is to incorporate a little bit of intimate apparel into your outerwear...which is something we strive to do as often as we can!

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Dita von Teese in Madison Magazine

images via here, Madison Magazine photos by Georges Antoni, styling by Fiona Kowalski

You can imagine our excitement when we came across these beautiful pictures of Dita von Teese from Madison Magazine.  There's plenty of vintage lingerie goodness and some darling dresses that you just know pretty underpinnings are hidden beneath!  In the last image Dita is wearing a corset & panties from Wheels & Dollbaby which is the most adorable vintage-inspired online store we love to visit (when not shopping fairefroufrou.com, of course!). 
You can learn a bit about Dita from the Madison article posted here; for instance, perhaps some of you didn't know that Dita von Teese was once a lingerie saleswoman and that her real name is Heather Sweet.  She's come a long way!

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Holiday Lingerie Gift Guide - Frou Frou Style (part 2)

We didn't think we would put together another Gift Guide so soon, but we just have the best presents to share!  Here is another assortment of favorites at Faire Frou Frou, and once again these are personal favorites of ours.  Seriously, check out that Cloutier Swarovski jewelry box...who wouldn't want that for a gift?!?!  Today's guide is in direct contrast to yesterday's post in that we are featuring soft, sweet pinks and ivory.  Of course each of these items can be purchased on our online store or in our Los Angeles lingerie boutique.  The details for each these fabulous items are as follows:

1. ARI DEIN Lillian Demi Robe $470   2. Florrie Mitton 'Innocence' Garter $70   3. What Katie Did 'Cabaret' Sophia Corset  $220   4. Maison Close 'Bel-Ami' Bodysuit $95   5. Soak Delicates Wash in Scentless $10   6. Maison Close 'Bel-Ami' Skirt (also comes in black) $85   7. Cloutier Swarovski Crystal Jewelry Box $750 

Holiday Lingerie Gift Guide - Frou Frou Style

We are pleased to put together our first Holiday Gift Guide of the season based on actual best-selling holiday gifts thus far.  Not only are these items we've had to place re-orders for (or will be placing re-orders asap), but they are items we would personally love to receive as presents!  Of course you can purchase any of these lovely pieces on our website (fairefroufrou.com) or in our Los Angeles lingerie boutique. 

1.  Between the Sheets 'Playdate' Robe/Jacket $165   2.   3.  Maison Close Feather Tickler $23   4.  Zinke 'Tea Party Jumper' $135 (model not included!)   5.  Zinke 'Wanderlust' Panty $90 and Bralette $100 (sold separately)   6.  Maison Close 'Cabaret Royal' Bodysuit $95

Lingerie & Photography: Tom Munro

images via here from Numero Magazine (March 2007), Elise Crombez by Tom Munro

Doesn't black & white photography just seem to make everything an instant classic?  Model Elise Crombez is showing off some timeless pieces from this 2007 editorial for Numero Magazine.  Just seeing that black chemise in the first picture is a reminder of how some lingerie can be timeless.  Each image is quite beautiful, and check out those patterned tights in the last shot!  So beautiful!

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Maison Close - Villa Bel-Ami Lingerie Collection

images courtesy of Maison Close

Maison Close is one of the best-selling lingerie brands at Faire Frou Frou; seriously, not a day goes by when someone doesn't purchase it.  The new Fall/Winter collection arrived in our shop a few weeks ago, and we finally have most of the Villa Bel-Ami pieces on our site in the new 'rose' color.  Up until now it seems that black was the only color option for Maison Close, so we were delighted to see 'rose' added to the mix.  This collection is quite enticing perhaps because it highlights the natural curves of the body while exposing a tasteful amount of skin with its semi-sheer mesh fabric.  The Bel-Ami pieces are silky soft yet structured with its architectural contrast seams.  Plus the fit is pretty exceptional and pleasantly comfortable.  From A-cups to D-cups, the Corset Bra is a hit on most women who try it, and the matching High Waist Girdle Thong is one of those pieces that is pretty much the high-waist panty to own.
Next week we will be featuring the Maison Close Bel-Ami new arrivals in black (on their way to us now from France!).  Also, as a bit of insider information, the Bel-Ami collection is also going to be available in Gray this month. 
You can purchase Maison Close at our Los Angeles lingerie boutique & online here.

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