Wolford AW14/15 Lingerie Collection

Usually known for its high spec hosiery and classic, feminine Ready-to-Wear (RTW) pieces with timeless appeal, legwear company Wolford has shown that it’s also a strong contender when it comes to lingerie. The company’s best bits of AW14/15 went on display at London’s chic Marylebone Hotel on April 2, 2014 and amongst the collections was a beautiful array of functional but appealing underwear of which it can be quite proud.

The main theme of the lingerie collection is the enhancing of the female form and comprises several garments designed to give a svelte silhouette under any outfit.

“This A/W, the sexy lingerie collection has been refocused on shape and control,” says PR, Marketing and Social Media Manager of Wolford, London, Sidonie Goldman, regarding the alluring assortment. “Pieces are beautiful with great functionality. From control skirts to dresses, all our pieces are there to flatter and enhance the body, making the wearer feel comfortable, empowered and in control.”

Goldman expressed that Wolford is especially proud of its luxurious sheer touch shapewear product which is silky smooth to the touch with a delicate appearance but provides what she deems as “amazing” control for the wearer. Customers will have the opportunity to choose from a number of light to firm control garments which include thongs, high-waist briefs, panty shorts, forming dresses and skirts and bodies. Matching bras accompany the collection, enhancing its desirability with such key pieces.Colours supplied make daily wear possible and are inclusive of black and nudes as well as rose pink and deep cobalt blue which are great alternatives to the former shades and will, undoubtedly, enhance any wardrobe. With versatility at the heart of the collection, Wolford’s lingerie range provides a delicately crafted yet robust tier to the Wolford brand and is a pleasing accompaniment to the RTW and hosiery collections.

Pin-Up Model, SINderella Rockafella, Poses in Raine & Bea Lingerie

Raine & Bea recently teamed up with international supermodel, SINderella Rockafella for a photoshoot for the brand. Photographer, Chrissy Sparks, has captured beautiful shots of the pin-up model wearing the “Trudi” feather skirt and bralette. The 23 year old model comes from Coughton, England, and the blonde beauty is versatile in her modelling abilities.

Although SINderella Rockafella specializes in Pin-Up and alternative modelling, she also has experience in Fashion and Boudoir. Using her natural talent and experience, SINderella Rockafella has been pictured in magazines wearing the likes of Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. When the international Pin-up model posed in Raine & Bea for photographer Chrissy Sparks at Doll House Photography, it was a match made in lingerie heaven said the company.

 Founded in 2013 by Jenna Barnes, Raine & Bea has made a huge splash on the lingerie scene. In their first year, the vintage and burlesque lingerie designer has already been nominated for the 2013 UK Lingerie Awards for UK’s Favourite Lingerie Brand of the Year and UK’s Favourite British Designer of the Year, which is determined by public voting.

Raine & Bea’s new campaign features SINderella Rockafella in the “Trudi” feather skirt and bralette. The lingerie designed by Raine & Bea, including those shown, are all handcrafted and hand sewn using only the highest quality silk-satins, polka-dot nettings, feathers, and Swarovski crystals. The collection features the classic shapes of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s with a fresh twist.

Designer, Jenna Barnes, has an extensive design background and also created Frockstar, a red carpet and cabaret clothing brand. With a love of the vintage, Barnes decided to branch into lingerie after working with the likes of Celine Dion costumes and discovering her love of Kylie Minogue’s Showgirl stage costumes. This led to Raine & Bea. Now that the sexy lingerie brand has paired up with SINderella Rockafella, there is certainly no telling just how far the Raine & Bea lingerie line will go.

How do you make a lingerie shoot stand out in a way

How do you make a lingerie shoot stand out in a way that reads excitement, fun and above all allurement, without applying to the fashionable but classic recipes? Photographer Peter Coulson chose the wild road, highlighting the fabulous pieces of lingerie signed by Kisskill in an untamed editorial, photographed at the Windsor Hotel in Melbourne, teaming up with brunette beauties Tanya Alijani and Melody Le.

Some would say the grand location, the luxurious setting, the beautiful girls and the sexy lingerie would suffice in making a loud statement, but Peter Coulson isn’t one to skip an opportunity to break a few rules and push some limits along the way. Hence, his fierce photo shoot favoured the wild and playful side of femininity, captured during one wicked girls night out.

The seductive silk-chiffon slips, the silk pyjamas, alongside the sophisticated bodysuits rounded out the perfect recipe that was already set on champagne and delicious treats. Leonie Karagiannis was in charge of the glamorus make-up, while Andrea de Deugd created the flawless hair-styles.

Maaji Amarelo Castelo Swimwear 2014 Collection

Summer is finally close and this means that it’s time for looking through the sexy swimwear collections in order to find some basic and great alternatives for your sizzling looks on the beach! After presenting the to-die-for Maaji Chimeric Wayfarer swimwear 2014 collection, our favorite swimwear brand Maaji is thus again here, coming up with its own matchless formula for beachy chic. The spanking new Maaji Amarelo Castelo swimwear 2014 collection is the best embodiment of all the wonderful and sassy aspects that the lines of this swimwear giant are always embedded with. So it’s again colors, prints, patterns, and creatively worked out shapes that catch our attention.

What we start our scrutiny of the Maaji Amarelo Castelo swimwear 2014 collection with is the sassy duo of bandeau and the hipster bottom adorned with some interesting abstracted and colorful patterns. The stunning triangle options come right after, again preserving the inclination towards yellowish shades. Going from yellow to blue, we also see the sensual halter-top, paired with the hipster bottom again.

Light blue options are also here, forming the next impressive duo of the line. Also, we should talk about the fluttery details used for the following pinky options and the guipure-resembling alternatives for the next array of yellow looks.

Coming to options like cover-ups and other garments, we may note the combos of cropped tops and shorts, followed with uber-sassy floor length dresses, which preserve the color palette and add some flair of femininity to it, enhancing the effect with design patterns like the cuts on the back, transparency plays and ruffles on the sleeves. The curious asymmetrical hems and marine prints are also noteworthy in terms of chic representations and glamorous looks. Finally, it’s the totally sweet and cute mini dress option that finishes up the Maaji Amarelo Castelo swimwear 2014 collection, again coming with ruffles and combos of pink and green.

So all the creative and cool suggestions you were waiting for to complete your beach wardrobe and perfect your looks are here, and now you can choose from the vast diversity of looks in the Maaji Amarelo Castelo swimwear 2014 collection, which are capable of pleasing any capricious fashioniser! If you are one and even if you’re not, start now!

White Sands’ spring / summer 2014 Show

Before White Sands’ spring / summer 2014 show was unveiled at Australian fashion week (MBFWA), designer Leah Madden hinted at what would be to come, noting that her favourite pieces were the “lingerie inspired corseted pieces, the new prints and patterns, and of course the return of the corals.” And with that, she summed up the elements that made the collection stand out, balancing it between femininity and functionality.

But as well as the soft tones and floral prints and lingerie-inspired cuts was another huge drawcard for the swim collection: it was flattering. Vintage inspired high waists and halternecks graced the runway alongside slicker, sportier cuts. It’s hard to imagine that any figure type couldn’t find something to flatter here.

On the runway the sexy swimwear was accompanied by just the right beauty look, described by Madden as “a very sexy, yet natural look – soft big hair, a dark eye with this fantastic nude lipstick.”

Bordelle’s fierce A/W 14/15

Naughty but nice. That’s how the collection by ‘luxury S&M’ lingerie and fashion brand Bordelle will leave you feeling this A/W season.

Known for its mega sexy bondage looks, the house of Bordelle has not turned down the heat on its cold season selection.

Pieces of the collection, featuring sexy lingerie and swimwear, went on display on April 8, 2014 at Sheppard PR in London’s Covent Garden as part of the Bordelle A/W 14/15 offering. Created primarily from the brand’s illustrious satin elastic bands, this latest compilation is testament as to why the house of Bordelle, led by Founder and Creative Director, Alexandra Popa, is so dominant in the luxury bondage market. Refined, imaginative design paired with deluxe fabrics and accents has produced high end products that have achieved reputable editorial value for the Bordelle brand.

This flawless fetish fashion famed by A-listers like Kim Kardashian, Salma Hayek and the “Queen” herself, Beyoncé, flaunts garments that can be worked both as lingerie and outerwear. Bordelle’s fierce A/W 14/15 range includes the popular bondage waspie, shelf bra, barely-there open bra, bondage bodices and the masterpiece, and a personal favourite of mine – a seductive thigh length bondage dress embellished with pearl elements and leather tassels fit for the femme fatale. And thanks to ingenious design, there are aspects of the range that can be reached for as everyday underwear. Padded push up bras with on trend colours like fuchsia pink and olive green paired matching briefs will add loads of sexy to your wardrobe but with a little more subtlety.

KappAhl Launches “Fifty Shades of Grey” Inspired Lingerie Line

Fifty Shades Lingerie – The author of the well-known “Fifty Shades of Grey” trilogy E.L. James has collaborated with Swedish clothing brand KappAhl to create a collection of sexy lingerie and intimate pieces that hit stores this month.We have a look at the campaign stars the super sexy Signe Nordstrom, in an outing of looks featuring the book’s significant symbols including a silver-grey tie, key necklace and black lace eye mask. “It has been incredibly exciting and interesting to be involved in the process, from the production of the concept through the design to the final collection,” says James about the collaboration.

Ana Beatriz Barros Stars in Myla London Lingerie S/S 2014 Campaign

UK-based lingerie label Myla London presents its spring-summer 2014 campaign with a set of sexy images starring none other than Brazilian bombshell Ana Beatriz Barros. The former Victoria’s Secret model enchants in bedroom ready looks including lacy bra and underwear sets as well as fur and jackets as the perfect complements in these images photographed by David Oldham. The advertisements were made with creative direction under Valerie Wickes and styling by Kimi O’Neil.

Amber & Indigo SS13

Get ready to explore your hidden desires and release that sensual alter ego you’ve been locking up all day with Amber & Indigo’s SS13 Seven Heavenly Virtues collection. Combining leather, lace, and a hint of glitter, head designer Bonnie Stevenson Wright concocts a delectable range that inspires and plays on women’s secret fantasies.

Get ready to explore your hidden desires and release that sensual alter ego you’ve been locking up all day with Amber & Indigo’s SS13 Seven Heavenly Virtues collection. Combining leather, lace, and a hint of glitter, head designer Bonnie Stevenson Wright concocts a delectable range that inspires and plays on women’s secret fantasies.

The Seven Heavenly Virtues collection comprises of a mixable assortment of soft cup triangle bras, lace thongs, leather neck cuffs, blindfolds, nipple covers, and gold skull head detailing. In addition, you’ll also find architectural high-waisted knickers and long line dresses with bra detailing.Launched in November 2012 by founder and head designer Bonnie Stevenson Wright, Amber & Indigo dares to promote a woman’s hidden desires for fantasy and alter egos. The dual name of the brand embodies the company’s mission and design philosophy. Amber is the charming young lady who leads a normal life, has a successful career and who prefers to play it safe when it comes to taking risks. But when the sun goes down Indigo comes out to play. Indigo represents her sexy night time goddess and secret alter ego. She is erotic, wild and fearless and once Indigo is released she cannot be tamed.

Curve Couture Countryphile AW13

Forged with traditional English influences, couture corsetier Chrissie Nicholson-Wild’s latest collection for Curve Couture, ‘Countryphile’ reflects the faded glory of the aristocratic country pile. Rundown and archaic heritage, still faintly gilded around the edges and still profoundly beautiful. Countryphile features Edwardian cut corsets in sensuous leather, classic tailored suits and glorious gowns mixed up with equine fashion, armour and Steampunk detailing. Hugely important to the aesthetic of Curve Couture is the transformative affect of the corset, both on the physical body and the psyche of it’s wearer noted the designer.

Nicholson-Wild says, “I love the aesthetics of the corset, the flow of the lines, the über feminine silhouette it creates. I love that when you wear a corset you feel like you’re wearing armour, and you know that all the eyes in the room are on you. It’s a wonderful kind of confidence to be put on show, and yet feel entirely protected.”

Coquette Celebrates 35 Years with 2014 Collection

Coquette released its 2014 Main collection today. The expanded and perfected line comes hand in hand with the company’s 35th milestone anniversary.

Establishing itself in Kitchener, Ontario back in 1979, the family run business has grown to compete on the international scale. Coquette is now the largest manufacturer and sexy lingerie in Canada, and distributes its brand globally to 64 countries. Taking on the ever changing fashion industry, Coquette continues to produce quality lingerie styles that meet the needs of today’s trending markets, while recognizing the varying demands of each of its demographics.

The line which encompasses the Canadian lingerie brand’s largest array of lingerie styles has once again outdone itself. The in-house designers have thusly shown their skills and ingenuity in their structural designs. The 2014 catalogue pages are filled with jewel toned images with a variety of textures through the use of different materials, sexy black show-stoppers, an extended accessories line, and of course the Coquette bridal line.

This year will prove to be another successful one for the brand as it continues to grow internationally. Coquette yet again has released a line that hits on all the popular notes in fashion, keeping a balance between trendy and traditional. Additionally, this line will promote more styles in plus sizing that incorporate structural differences compared to their regular counterparts. These details include larger straps and modesty panels for added support, as well as wider garters. In some of the corsets and bustiers the design team has even added a few inches to lengthen the piece for further coverage and overall, a superior fit.

Underprotection SS14

Making its way to New York City in just a few weeks is the Danish brand Underprotection. Co-founder and partner, Stephan Rosenkilde, recently sent us images from the brand’s SS14 collection that will be on display at the upcoming Lingerie Collective NYC show.

“This collection will take away all the cold and grey winter days, so if you are not in the mood for springtime, you will be! The key shapes are simple and easy to wear, but the color contrast in both prints and fabrics makes this collection very stylish and modern,” said Rosenkilde of the SS14 offerings.

Lingerie Relique SS14

The design duo at Relique takes inspiration for their SS14 collection from the Badlands — both the national park in South Dakota and the 1973 Terrence Malick film. “In the movie Sissy Spacek plays this unformed, lost youth character named Holly who is deeply in love with Martin Sheen’s fiercely psychotic character, Kit. We took the juxtaposition between these two characters to create our mood and designed pieces that are feminine almost innocent and also kept our older styles that are much more graphic and bold,” explained co-founder and creative director, Chelsea Carson.

This dichotomy of emotion carries over into the brand’s lookbook as well. “You can also see this in the way the look book was done in that for half of the photos our model looks like an innocent, untouched statue. In the other half she has a firm determined stance with slash like grass blades,” added Kait Vasquez, Relique’s co-founder and Director of Operations.

Carson noted that the brand’s previous silhouettes are present including four new styles. Three of the new styles are Relique’s new basics: the Pavo bralette, Hydra HW Brief, and the Vela bodysuit. The brand’s fourth new style is a garter belt that plays well with both the basics and classic styles from the past season and is more fashion forward and bold. It was developed by Relique to “…reach a new customer looking for comfortable everyday sexy lingerie that still has good design and is truly unique.”

The colors in this season’s collection from the earthy buttes, to pink sunsets were all inspired by the tall grasses found in the plains. The natural spectrum found in the Badlands — Mauve, Sand, Beige, White, Moss, Hunter, and Lime — also make their way into SS14.

Hauty Debut Collection

Black lace, sheer fabrics and a touch of light fetish set Hauty’s booth apart at CurveNY last month. If you missed the collection in New York or Vegas, you’ll have another opportunity to see this brand at the upcoming International Lingerie Show from Sept. 23 – 25, 2013 at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas. Hauty’s debut collection aims at the ultra sexy market offering 65 styles of lingerie, body stockings, thigh highs,and sexy pasties.

Described as European-inspired, Hauty offers retailers an edgy, sexy line of intimates at a competitive price points. The line is a subsidiary brand of Golyta International which also manufactures the iCollection. The brand’s online catalog also showcases Hauty’s plus size offerings which include chemises, body stockings, bottoms and dresses. “As its name implies, Hauty gives the modern woman that edginess and attitude to electrify her lifestyle,” said the company.

Designer Ruxandra Gheorghe Bridal Lingerie World

Designer Ruxandra Gheorghe hopes to shake up the bridal lingerie world with her new range — Craisa.

Described by the designer as an extension of her lingerie brand, Ludique, Craisa offers a diversified selection of intimates from high-waist knickers, bras, suspenders to bodysuits with delicate geometrical insertions and adjustable cordon elastics designed “to make the most of the feminine curves”.

The bridal range’s name Craiasa, or snow queen, references Hans Christian Andersen titular character and the garments reflect touches of the story’s majesty, magic and mythology. The brand’s photo shoot was set in a real-life palace in the designer’s native Romania. “Artmark – Cesianu-Racovita Palace is one of the greatest palaces in Bucharest, a great cultural heritage and I am very happy that the shooting took place here,” said Ruxandra.

“With this sexy lingerie range, Ludique reinterprets the classical bride and sets her upon a pedestal with profound fairy-like meaning. The essence of femininity takes the shape of the precious materials used and sophisticated details with special design and unconventional shades,” says Ruxandra of her collection. “‘Craiasa’ is veiled in a mix of precious materials as Chantilly lace, fine tulle and velvet, meant to indulge the feminine silhouette, therefore these lingerie articles are turned into real statement pieces.”

It’s a beautiful collection and fans of the brand will note the aesthetic and conceptual similarities with Ludique’s AW13 collection — Madame Pogany. Both collections share Ruxandra’s desire to embody the duality of the feminine spirit, highlighting both seductive and confident nature and delicacy and grace which define femininity.

Ludique products are created and manufactured in limited edition and convey the Underwear as Outerwear trend through a diverse range of lingerie items reflecting femininity, sensuality, spirituality, sophistication and boldness.

MadeinBritain brand-Iris London

Another MadeinBritain brand we wanted to spotlight this week is Iris London. Since 2012, designer and creative director of the brand, Ellie Simpson-Gray has been crafting her hand-made, luxury lingerie in her east London studio.

Ellie takes inspiration from old hollywood cinema, 70s documentary photography, and sartorial subcultures of London developing classic shapes that “naturally flatter the female form, Iris garments use modern color palettes and luxurious fabric combinations, all sourced from within in the UK.”

The brand’s debut range is described as a truly feminine collection that has a foundation in traditional sexy lingerie elements while maintaining a strong directional aesthetic.“Meticulous in all areas of design, sourcing and manufacture, we are a British underwear brand that combines classic craftsmanship with trendsetting styles, resulting in exquisite, high-fashion intimates to be worn and treasured forever,” says the designer.

Retail Advice: Small Bust Lingerie Market

It might be hard to believe that a market for smaller bust and petite lingerie exists. After all, the trend in intimate apparel over the past decade has been in the expansion of bras sizes to meet the needs of women wearing deep and/or plus sizes. Many more new full cup brands have been launched. And established manufacturers have extended their ranges up to J and K cups and beyond. Intimate apparel retailers have designated separate full bust or plus size shopping sections, either online or in their brick and mortar stores. All this attention to the D+ customer was long overdue. They have style, fit, and size issues that needed to be addressed. And rising sales and continued growth in this market proves that a demand for fashionable and well-fitting lingerie across many sizes has few limits.

But the pendulum may be swinging too far to one side of the alphabet cup. Another group of sexy lingerie consumers still feels neglected. And these smaller busted women (who might be considered the C- crowd) feel they have few choices when it comes to intimate apparel.

They may be right. A quick search of one popular on-line lingerie retailer shows as many styles offered in 34F as in 34C (approximately 650). The same retailer carries only 220 bras in a 34A, and a mere five bras in 32A and AA, with none in AAA.

According to some small bust intimate apparel manufacturers, the demand exists but continues to be ignored for a variety of reasons:

First, assumptions regarding petite-busted women undermine the growth of the petite bust lingerie market.Second, retailers aren’t aware of the needs of the small bust customer, which translates into a lack of inventory or misunderstanding of specific petite bust fit issues.Third, even though brands and stores don’t offer much in petite lingerie sizes, most lingerie advertising creates the illusion that they do.Both small bust manufacturers and several intimate apparel retailers agree that what’s needed is a change of mindset when it comes to filling this lingerie market gap.

Next Swimwear Collection for Summer

Still looking for a perfect swimwear for coming beach season? Take a closer look at Next swimwear collection for 2013 summer and pick the hottest one to highlight your beautiful body and curves.

Well known brand managed to gain devotion and appreciation of millions of women because it offers high quality and fashionable pieces suitable for any taste and preference. Every season the brand launches several collections and lookbooks that include fantastic designs and this sexy swimwear collection for 2013 summer is another approval of Next reputation.As being one of the fashion forward brands and why not trendsetters in fashion industry, Next included all the trendiest details, colors and prints in new swimwear collection thus representing amazing parade of statement pieces for summer. Do not miss your chance to be among the first who become the owner of Next swimwear.Next swimwear collection for 2013 summer that was launched recently has several signature lines and this is great because anyone will be able to find suitable style. Are you the lover of sexy bikini with beautiful prints? Take a look at Next beachwear separates as well as one piece swimwear with amazing floral and geometric prints and details that scream for sexuality.

Different styles of swimwear will give you a chance to find the one that will make the most of your body. I hope you know that when choosing swimwear or any other piece of clothing you should first of all take into consideration your body shape. This is the only factor to have attractive and flawless look.

Oysho ‘White Nights’ Lingerie Lookbook

Choosing lingerie is the most favorite part of shopping for any woman and designers definitely know this. Every year popular brands represent totally new and gorgeous lingerie collections that make women go crazy and here is another lookbook representing the hottest sexy lingerie pieces.

Spanish brand Oysho represented ‘White Nights’ lingerie lookbook that includes all the cutest lingerie pieces in white and pastel tones. This collection personalises innocence and purity and if you are the lover of such styles you will surely fall in love with every single item of Oysho collection.As I  already said, the main concept of Oysho ‘White Nights’ lingerie collection is woman’s natural and pure beauty. The most gentle satin, lace, ruffles with polka dots are details that turn every item into a style statement.

Woman will not look more feminine and seductive than wearing lingerie with lace and ruffles. So what exactly Oysho lingerie collection includes? Lovely high waist knickers with polka dots, die-cut push up bras, foamless lace bras and many other sexual pieces are only the part of smashing collection perfectly suitable for your personal collection of lingerie.Next best thing to be said about Oysho lingerie pieces is high quality fabrics that make all items very comfortable. Actually, this is very important factor when it comes to lingerie so make sure you choose high quality lingerie.

So, this is brief introduction of Oysho ‘White Nights’ lingerie lookbook and pieces included in this collection. Make sure you do not miss your chance to purchase the most beloved item.

Isabeli Fontana for Morena Rosa 2013 Beachwear Campaign

The latest Morena Rosa beachwear collection featuring Isabeli Fontana placed the highest rates in fashion industry. Please remember the previous campaign of Morena Rosa again featuring Isabeli Fontana. I should say that the collaboration of beauty bunny and famous Brazilian label brought into the limelight amazing campaigns and collections and at this time I offer you to take a sneak peek at Morena Rosa 2013 beachwear catalogue by Isabeli Fontana.

As it is already beachwear season, almost all popular labels represented new collections and Morena Rosa is definitely one of those brands that should be taken into consideration. Let’s remember that the signature of Morena Rosa is sophistication and sexuality and the brand never changes its signature be it winter or beachwear collection. At this time too the label represented amazing line of ultra-hot and smashing beachwear pieces full of dazzling colors and details.Tropical motifs are present in every item of collection be it sexy swimsuit.

I can surely say that when creating this collection creative designers meant to fulfil  every woman’s dream, i.e being the queen of the beach. Every single item from Morena Rosa beachwear catalogue will boost your natural beauty and seductiveness.Color palette of 2013 beachwear includes all the brightest and joyful tones for summer. There are also many pieces in subtle and pastel tones for the lovers of elegant styles. Beachwear collection includes both monochromatic and multi chromatic styles with different floral and animal prints as well as strips and geometric lines.Morena Rosa 2013 beachwear collection includes several styles of bandeau tops, cover-ups, sarongs, tunics, beach dresses, jumpsuits and of course swimsuits.

Besides of oh so sexy and gorgeous beachwear pieces Morena Rosa new collection offers line of accessories perfectly completing those smashing styles. The line represents massive earrings and bracelets, necklaces, rings as well as hats and high heel sandals.