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15 Lingerie Retailers to Follow on Instagram

As per my post in August, 8 Corsetieres to Follow on Instagram, I am obsessed with, and addicted to, Instagram.  Since I’ve been having no end of computer troubles lately, needless to say, my dependency on my phone (and Instagram) hasn’t abated. 

This month’s post features a whopping 15 retailers posting daily pretties, providing insight to styles, trends, merchandising, photoshoots, and other behind-the-scenes action.  With a lot of ground to cover, I’ll mostly let the users’ photos (and, where provided, bios) speak for themselves.  As before, if you don’t have the app, Webstagram links are provided for your viewing pleasure.

Designer lingerie at Coco de Mer.

@coco_de_meruk
Coco de Mer – http://www.coco-de-mer.com/

Wall display at Derriere de Soie.

@derrieredesoie
derriere de soie cville – www.silkybottom.com

Devil May Care is one of my favorites on this list, in large part for the personality infused in their posts.  Be warned, their feed is red hot!

@devilmaycarelingerie
Anastasia – Lingerie loving sisters in upstate NY hand-picking life’s necessary indulgences for you. Devil May Care: It’s a state of mind… xx!

Delicious Marlies Dekkers bra and thong featured on @fairefroufrou’s Instagram.

@fairefroufrou
Alison Rubke – Owner of luxury lingerie boutique Faire Frou Frou & blog Frou Frou Fashionista

A Fig Leaves photoshoot in progress.

@figleaveshome
The ultimate online destination for your lingerie, swimwear, shapewear & nightwear needs. Boasting cup sizes AA – K.

Close-up shot of bra hardware at Forty Winks.

@fortywinks
Meredith Donaldson – http://www.shopfortywinks.com

Wall o’ colorful panties at Journelle.

@journellelingerie
Journelle Lingerie – Lingerie enthusiasts and connoisseurs offering lingerie for the modern women.

Merchandising display at La Petite Coquette / The Little Flirt.

@lapetitecoquettenyc
It’s Time to STOP wearing underwear and START wearing Lingerie!

Lille Boutique: silk and lace and ruffles, oh my!

@lilleboutique
Lille Boutique – Lover of fine lingerie, kabuki, silk stockings, ballet, vintage kimonos, high heels, art deco, literary heroines, new wave cinema & all things French.

Lingerie sets and accessories at Linea Intima.

@lineaintimalingerie
Linea Intima – Renowned for expert bra-fitting consultations & a selection of the most sought after lingerie brands from around the world. Sizes from 30-44, A-I.

The Bordello showroom.

@madamebordello
From London’s finest Lingerie Boutique in Shoreditch to private Bethnal Green Showroom.

Okay – since My Lingerie Stylist is, in fact, a stylist and not a retailer, I thought I’d make fair by including a picture of her at her favorite local boutique.

@mylingeriestylist
Bex – Professional lingerie stylist & owner of The Fitting Room. I specialize in bra fittings & foundations, as well as bridal, event and styling services. Note: I know, she’s not a retailer, but My Lingerie Stylist made more sense on this list than any others I have planned.

Say hello to divine designer lingerie at Secrets from Your Sister.

@secretsfromyoursister
Toronto’s best bra fitting boutique.

I, for one, still use my What Katie Did tote from my trip to the UK last year.

@whatkatiedidldn
What Katie Did London Boutique - Faux vintage lingerie, corsets & nylons inspired by the silver screen sirens of the 40′s & 50′s in the heart of Portobello Road – London UK.

Coordinating bralettes and panties in Cosabella’s private label boutique.

@shopcosabella
Official Cosabella

And there you have it!  A veritable tour de force of lingerie boutiques on Instagram.  Keep reading my articles here on The Lingerie Addict for Instagram revues of lingerie designers, more corsetieres, and pinup girls. 

What’d you think?  Who’s feed is your favorite?  Did I miss someone?  Please share your thoughts in the comments!

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Holiday Lingerie Gift Guides: 15 Pieces for $51 or less

It’s Holiday Shopping Season and that means it’s time for our annual holiday lingerie gift guides. With the recession still more or less in full swing, this year has been hard for a lot of people. But that doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of gorgeous lingerie.

I completely understand what it’s like to be a lingerie addict on a budget…and that’s why our first guide is dedicated to lingerie that’s $51 or less. What are some of your fave budget brands?Tell us about them in the comments!

icon Playful Promises ‘Postcard Panties’ Brief 
$22.50 
 What Katie Did Frilly Panties
$24.00
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iconFigleaves Boudoir ‘Treat Me’ Side Tie Knickers
icon$30.00

Hips and Curves Lace Trim Satin Teddy
$34.95

DKNY Signature Lace Babydoll
$36.00 

 Hips and Curves ‘Short and Sexy’ Charmeuse Chemise
$36.95

 Kiss Me Deadly Cerise ‘Jezebel’ Knicker
~$38.75 (knicker only)

 Kiss Me Deadly Roll-on ‘Vargas’ Girdle
~$38.75 (girdle only)

Hips and Curves Charmeuse Cami Tap Set
$39.95

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O Lingerie Satin Kimono with Contrast Lace
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 Felina ‘Harlow’ Full Busted Demi Bra & Low Rise G-String
$46.00 (both pieces) 

 Secrets in Lace ‘Tease’ Babydoll
$49.00

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Ultimo ‘Coco’ Balcony Bra (available A-I cup)
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Agent Provocateur Seam and Heel Stretch Stockings
$50.00

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Vero Moda Intimate ‘Melanite’ Padded Bra & Hipster
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10 More Bridal Lingerie Options for Your Wedding Day

If you were around for Wedding Week in 2010, then you know I believe bridal lingerie should be lacy, pretty, feminine and, above all, comfortable. A couple of weeks ago, the popular women’s website GalTime, invited me to write an article with 10 of my wedding day lingerie recommendations. Because it’s nearly impossible to limit myself to so few wedding day lingerie sets, I thought it’d be a good idea to post 10 more of my faves to the blog. Which ones do you like best?

Mary Green Crushed Silk Kimono
Available from Figleaves
 Hanky Panky ‘Victoria’ Chemise
Available from Faire Frou Frou
Between the Sheets ‘Playdate’ Babydoll
Available from Between the Sheets
 Hopeless Lingerie ‘Thalia’ Cami & High Waisted Knickers
Available from Hopeless Lingerie
What Katie Did ‘Hollywood’ Robe
Available from What Katie Did
Samantha Chang Lace Cami & Tap Short
Available from BHLDN
Myla Leavers Lace Chemise
Available from Myla
Agent Provocateur ‘Love’ Demi Bra & Thong
Available from Agent Provocateur
 Gilda & Pearl ‘Backstage’ Silk Coverup
Available from Gilda & Pearl
Carine Gilson Silk Satin Chemise
Available from Net-a-Porter

Runway to Realway: Lingerie Fashion Trends for S/S 2011

Even though it’s still sleeting in Seattle, the calendar tells me Spring is here, and that means it’s time for a little wardrobe update with the latest fashion.  I’ve already touched on some of the trends in my Curve Report and also in the article 10 Lingerie Sets You Need This Season.  But if I’ve learned anything from years of reading Vogue, it’s that you can’t talk too much about fashion…especially when it comes to incorporating the latest looks into your everyday wardrobe.  Fortunately, there’s lots of ways to express your style with your lingerie this season. Here, I’ll talk three trends I’m really loving right now– lace, prints, and brights.

Lace

I am obsessed with lace this season, and I’m sure you can understand why. Lace is the epitome of elegance, class, and luxury and it’s a material that looks just as seductive on innerwear as it does on outerwear. Zinke’s white lace romper (available August 2011) is a beautiful take on the white lace trend (as seen on the Brioni runway), while Myla’s Lotus Chemise and Agent Provocateur’s Penelope Basque perfectly capture the seductive power of black lace (as seen in the Zac Posen and Francesco Scognamiglio shows, respectively).

Prints

A fashion classic, leopard print makes a reappearance this season, but in a more subdued way (as seen in the Blumarine show). Stella McCartney embodies the essence of this new neutral with her Marguerite line.  Spring just isn’t spring without floral prints, but even if Issac Mizrahi’s dress isn’t to your liking, you can still indulge the trend with the Watercolor Roses bra & panty set from Calvin Klein.  Finally, polka dots are back in a big way. Moschino’s polka dot print suit is a bit “loud” for my tastes, but I love the romantic pastel dots from Emily B. Best of all, this is a maternity bra, so my new Moms can indulge the lingerie love too! My curvy and plus sized readers may also want to take a look at Elomi’s Cherry Blossom print bra and brief set.

Brights

Bright colors are huge this season, especially shades like grape, plum, and coral.  Fendi, Diane von Furstenberg, and Issa all showed gorgeous, vibrant colors on their runways for this season and the lingerie world doesn’t disappoint.  Treat yourself to Emporio Armani’s balconette bra & brief, Fleur of England’s “Tease” Balcony Bra & Brief, or Mary Green’s silk “Satin Doll” chemise…the lavender and berry shades flatter a variety of skintones.

What’s your favorite lingerie trend from this season? Tell me in the comments!

Photo Credits: All runway images from Style.com. Lingerie images from their respective stores.

The 12 Days of Knickers–Figleaves

Intimate, luxurious, seductive…lingerie is a great holiday gift. But with literally thousands of pieces to choose from, finding theright piece can be a little intimidating.  That’s where The Lingerie Addict comes in.  From Dec. 6th thru 17th, I’m featuring a new store everyday, complete with my top 8 recommendations from each.  With something for every budget (and body!) you’re sure to find the perfect holiday present in no time.

O Lingerie Adela Slip Dress
$39.00
6ixty 8ight  Midnight Hour Corset w/ Removable Bra
$57.75
Camelia Soft Touch Pajama Set
$82.50
Gossard Ooh La La Longline Bra, Suspender, & Thong
$102.00
Aphrodite Boudoir Silk Crinkle Chemise 
(pictured here with matching robe, sold separately)
$107.25
Grace Waspie & Padded Bra
$123.75
Masquerade Antoinette Padded Basque & Thong
$129.10
Mimi Holliday Fete Coquine Bra & Boyshort
$138.60

The Figleaves.com Lingerie iPhone App Review

A couple of days ago, I announced via Twitter that Figleaves (one of the best online lingerie stores) had just launched a new iPhone shopping app for those who like to buy their lingerie on the go.  Of course, I downloaded it right away, but almost immediately I noticed a major flaw…which I hinted at in a later Twitter update.  But first, let’s talk about the good things this new Figleaves app offers.

The Figleaves iPhone app carries over many of the features and benefits from the actual Figleaves store.  You can shop by the kind item you’re looking for (bra, brief, robe, etc.), by the color, and by the brand name.  You can also narrow your selection by price (though I don’t think this feature is very well developed yet as your only options are “everything” and “less expensive things.”)   

The iPhone app retains the classy, colorful vibe of the webstore, is intuitively designed, and easy to navigate…not to mention free.  Still, even with all those positives, I can’t endorse  it 100% and here’s why: 

The Figleaves iPhone app doesn’t let you navigate by size!

I don’t know about you, but when I’m shopping for lingerie, one of the very first selection criteria I enter is my size.  After all, what’s the point of looking at (or maybe even becoming attached to) something if you can’t buy it? And well all know sizing info is especially for my curvy or petite ladies.  Because of that, no matter what other features the Figleaves iPhone app contains, it’s going to fall short.

So, Figleaves, how about making a good thing great in version 2.0 by adding a size feature?  Do that, and I promise I’ll be a little more tempted to pick up my “pretties” on the go!

Photo credit: All images from iTunes.