A Taste of Lace (& Feathers)

Cameron Russell by Photographer Ben Hassett, Styled by Capucine Safyurtlu for Numero Magazine (October 2010).  Images via here.

We are not sure where our love affair begins; lingerie or lace.  The lace in this editorial for Numero Magazine is absolutely lovely, and once again we see the all-lace eye-mask being used, which is so striking and seductive.  Granted, there's not much lingerie in this post with the exception of two pieces by Chantelle and Eres, but we didn't think you would mind!  We are quite taken with the photography skills of Ben Hassett and the beauty of Cameron Russell.  The ostrich feathers in the first picture are quite dramatic, and so beautiful...we don't even know if it's a top or an accessory, we just love it.  Perhaps we have ostrich feathers on our mind with the up-coming addition of an entire Burlesque Shop on our online store!  Details will indeed follow about that!

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Tyler Kandel; Lingerie & Light

 

all images courtesy of Tyler Kandel of The Kandel Studio

We recently featured the work of Los Angeles photographer Tyler Kandel on our blog (see here) and were so pleased to receive a few more images to share with you.  Kandel certainly knows how to make a statement with sunlight (seriously, how does he do that?) and for purposes of our blog he certainly knows the right lingerie for his models.  The items featured here are from the latest Maison Close collection called 'Cabaret Royal' (with the exception of the 'Bel Ami' bra from the Summer season in the balloon pic).  So many of you have been purchasing Maison Close off our website that we feel most of our readers already own these pieces!  In any event, the lingerie adds a sensual element to what would already be considered lush, dramatic photos.  

You can see these photographs along with other works by Tyler Kandel on his website here.

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ID Sarrieri - Your Luxury Lingerie Cure-All

 

all images via ID Sarrieri

With just one glance at the latest ID Sarrieri Fall 2010 collection you get an immediate lesson on what luxury lingerie looks like.  Chantilly lace, Swarovski crystals, silk georgette and satin combine to create a feast for the eyes.  Designer Iulia Dobrin knows how to create high-fashion pieces that maintain a classic, timeless appeal. 
We like how this is likely the 3rd time this month we have included a lace blindfold on our blog...from Maison Close to Carine Gilson, it seems to be the lingerie accessory to have!  Even we did a recent pin-up lingerie shoot at Faire Frou Frou and the lace eye-mask was one of our key pieces.  Sometimes it's those little accessories that add just the right touch of personality to an ensemble...even if it's your lingerie! 
Once again ID Sarrieri has hit a home-run this season with the new collection.  The tiered lace ruffle panties is an item we're particularly liking.  Which piece do you have on your wishlist?

To purchase ID Sarrieri items on sale, click here. 

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My Fair Lady; Handmade Lingerie

Photos by Michael SD, Models Ann & Victoria, Make-up by Mae Smith

My Fair Lady is a UK lingerie label that was established in 2009 by Rae-Emily Smith.  The brand includes lingerie and loungewear that is handmade to order, which essentially makes it a couture label!  However, you won't see couture prices, with bras around $50 and panties around $35 (the collection is priced in GBP so it's an estimate).  The vibrantly colored items shown in this post are from the 'Indian Summer' group, and we hear that the new Winter collection will be unveiled shortly!     
We've discovered quite a few made-to-order lingerie labels lately, most notably Toad Lillie (who created a special collection exclusively for Faire Frou Frou that's being posted on our blog next week) and Hopeless Lingerie (which was featured on the blog about a week ago).  What makes each of these brands so special is that the designer is the individual who is sewing each piece.  It's wonderful to see such talent, particularly since we don't sew and wish we had the skills (and patience) to create something from scratch. 
You can purchase the Indian Summer collection from My Fair Lady on her website here.  

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