Carine Gilson - Luxury Lingerie Fall/Winter 2013

images via Carine Gilson

How could we possibly overlook our favorite pastime on our blog, which is featuring the latest designs from Carine Gilson.  Each season we think Carine's work is the height of luxurious perfection, and then another group comes along and 'wows' us.  The Fall/Winter 2013 collection has a definite Japanese influence, or at least that's what we're seeing.  Granted, Carine Gilson has consistently featured decadent kimono in every season, but the structure and simplicity of this season has a more precise Asian flair.  

Looking through these images makes us feel pretty lucky that we kept a few Carine Gilson pieces for ourselves when we used to carry the brand at our boutique.  The quality and beauty is just as swoon-worthy as ever, and just as much of a splurge.  Is there any pricey piece of lingerie you own that you just had to have?  We'd love to hear! 

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Olivia von Halle - Fall/Winter 2013 Shanghai-Inspired

 

images via Olivia von Halle.  Photos by Ele Jin, Stylist Leaf Greener, Design Michael Knight

The Fall/Winter 2013 collection for Olivia von Halle has an editorial campaign that equals the  decadent inspiration for the designs.   Inspired by the Art Deco movement in Shanghai, the collection includes satin silk pajama sets in rich jewel tones and introduces the new satin kimono style.  The now-famous Coco style PJs (as inspired by Coco Chanel) is back this time in an ivory crepe de chine with purple piping.  We love that Olivia worked with top Chinese fashion photographer Ele Jin to create this images along with the impeccable styling of ELLE China's Senior Fashion Editor Leaf Greener (it doesn't hurt to have top Chinese supermodels Miao Bin Si and Gao Ying wearing the goods either!).  

We are pleased to share that several of the Autumn/Winter looks are available at Faire Frou Frou!  Shop the new arrivals here.

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Frou Frou Tutu Pom Poms - the Perfect Valentine's Accessory!

 

images via Faire Frou Frou & Instagram

It seems that every year we decorate for Valentine's Day at Faire Frou Frou customers inevitably want to purchase our store decorations...they want to take a little bit of the frou-frou experience home with them.  This year we anticipated the demand by creating the most adorable decorations and making them readily available for purchase (both in-store and online customers!).  We are so excited to present the Frou Frou Tutu Pom Pom!  These little balls of cuteness are made of tulle (in pink, light pink, white and shocking pink) and fastened with a 4' strand of pale pink double-faced satin ribbon.  As we've discovered, these little pom poms are great to hang in the window, hang from a ceiling light fixture, pin to the walls, accent a side table or a chair (as you would a pillow)...so many options for how to enjoy them! 

We'd love to see how you enjoy our pom poms in your space!  Send us a picture (or link to us on Instagram) to show how you've styled yours! 

You can get started by purchasing any of our 4 available colors here.  

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Hopeless Lingerie...We're Hopelessly Devoted!

Chrissie Silk Halter Top

Chrissie Silk Halter Top & Hooper High Waisted Organic Cotton and Soy Knickers

Meadow Georgette and Silk Camisole & Silk Organic Soy and Cotton Jersey Knickers

Polly Striped Silk Chemise

Ellen Silk Halter Bra & Garter Belt

Charlie Chiffon Sheer Top & Brody Liberty Floral and Silk Knickers

Brody Silk Camisole

Amity Silk and Chiffon Chemise

Cassidy Floral Liberty Cotton Bralette & Alex Organic Soy and Cotton Jersey Shorts

Chrissie Silk Knickers & Alex Silk Camisole
Photographer: www.joduck.com, Model: Lulu Wagstaffe
all images via here

We have to admit we love seeing a cute nautical theme, but this set of images caught us hook, line & sinker (couldn't resist the pun)! Hopeless, a lingerie label from Melbourne Australia, has unveiled their latest intimates collection with an adorable red, white and blue nautical look. Seriously, we're in love. From the fresh-faced model to the fun props, the new items are displayed in such an appealing setting. But the icing on the cake is the designs themselves...the 'Ellen' halter bra with the foldover on the cups, the 'Meadow' blue & white jersey knickers, the 'Cassidy' Liberty print bralette, the blue ruffle 'Chrissie' halter top and so on. Each piece is so special and really stands alone in terms of its style.
This is the 3rd range for Hopeless which is titled "The Voyage" (based on Steven Speilberg's "Jaws" film), "taking inspiration from the sharks teeth, the blood in the ocean and the waves of the sea" according to the label's designer Gabrielle.
All items are made to order, and can currently be ordered through the Hopeless Etsy site (and if all goes as planned, you will see the brand at the Faire Frou Frou boutique this Spring 2010).
We're sure after seeing this collection it will have you singing "Hopelessly Devoted to You"!

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Something Festive!

Spice things up with a bit of color, and what better color than a warm ruby red for the holidays! The Leigh Bantivoglio "Clara" collection is perfectly festive with its deep raspberry festive coloring. It's a nice break from the typical red & white lingerie combination of the season, without going too far out of the color range. The color works for both Christmas and Valentine's Day!
These pieces are simply yummy!!

Damaris - Fall/Winter collection

The new Fall/Winter collection from Damaris truly does speak for itself (see all of these wonderful pictures), but for those of you unfamiliar with this line we're happy to elaborate! Damaris is an incredible line from the U.K. that has turned lingerie manufacturing into an art form. All of the Damaris collections are hand-made by the company's atelier of seamstresses based in London. Most of the bras and panties (or knickers) are constructed from a delicate silk chiffon, ranging from coral & peach to black & white. All of the bras have the signature Damaris fastening at the back with the classic gold ‘C’. You can also find the signature 'C' (also know as the horseshoe) fastening on most of the panties. Damaris specializes in the peep bottom knicker which comes either with or without a luscious silk bow tie. Also, some of her panties have the peep bottom with a corset tie-up effect. This truly is lingerie for a special occasion, and for making a lasting favorable impression!
On a personal note, we remember our first pair of Damaris bow-tie knickers that were purchased several years ago in NYC. Never before had we spent $200 (or anywhere near that) on a pair of panties, but they were well worth it! In fact, they are currently stored in a beautiful Damaris limited edition duck egg blue hatbox with the embossed logo and gross grain handles - like a museum piece! The Damaris brand has a special place in our heart because of its incredibly unique design and exquisite craftsmanship...it truly is as the Damaris trademark says: "sine qua non".
Coming up soon, a post on the new Mimi Holliday collection!

It's a Hit! The Mimi Holliday Spring collection...

We knew it was cute, adorable, etc. but we were shocked when the new Mimi Holliday collection pretty much sold out within just days of arrival in our boutique. What's even more interesting is that the new Leopard print collection (shown) hasn't even gone out on our shelves, and has sold while being spied sitting behind our store counter!
In any event, we realize it's hard to resist the adorable bow-tie panties, and the sweet lace-trimmed bras. In fact, Mimi Holliday has mass appeal in part due to its bra size range - from 30AA to 38E. Other than designers Fleur T and Myla, it's been a challenge for us to find a brand that has a great bra size range, but that's also stunning to look at (and not too 'old lady' as we call it).
The good news is that we have a re-order on its way in to us, so that the rest of our customers can share in the excitement of this fun new group.
For those of you who don't know, Mimi Holliday is a difusion collection designed by famed designer "Damaris" - who is known for having invented the back-bow knicker. And let's face it, most women go crazy for a cute little bow the way Damaris does it! Check out one of her signature styles in the picture shown (from her Fall 2006 collection).
We were fortunate to meet with the lovely Damaris while in Paris and we are pleased to announce that we are picking up most styles from both the "Mimi Holliday" and "Damaris" groups! I can't share the pictures of the new styles just yet (and it kills me), but they are sensational!!! We can't wait to share them with you! Keep posted...