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Lingerie Lust Objects: Samantha Chang Hand Painted Silk Kimonos

I’ve adored these Samantha Chang kimonos since the very first day I saw them. There’s something so opulent and indulgent about silk, and the fact that each robe is individually hand-painted makes it all the more luxurious. I firmly believe that if a label wants to charge luxury prices, then it should be a luxury product. Unfortunately, a lot of high-end names come up short. Samantha Chang doesn’t though. As gorgeous as these photos are, her robes are even more breathtakingly beautiful in person. And one day, I hope this piece moves from the lust list and into my lingerie wardrobe.

Samantha Chang handpainted silk kimonos are $250.00. One size fits all.

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Lingerie of the Week: Naked Sports Bra

Now that I’ve gotten back into a regular exercise routine, I have a renewed interest in sports bras. I’m not really into wearing my sports bra as a shirt, but I do love having something bright and colorful beneath my workout clothes. Call it whatever you want, but exercise is just a bit more fun in a hot pink bra. Unfortunately, my sports bras, while functional, aren’t terribly fashionable. And they certainly don’t incorporate any of the elements I enjoy in my ‘regular’ bras.

Perhaps that’s why I like the Naked Sports Bra so much…it’s top half is sheer, and I loooove sheer lingerie. Naked Sports Gear (the company that makes the Naked Sports Bra) is supposed to be about minimizing tan lines, but I don’t really care about all that. I just think this bra is really pretty to look at. And I have a feeling those happy, vibrant colors will make my workouts a ton more enjoyable.

Naked Sports Bra are $42.00 and are available in sizes S thru XL.

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Lingerie of the Week: Mademoiselle Jean Heart Back Knickers

When it comes to my knickers, comfort is queen. I don’t want a whole lot of ruffles and frills and straps and cutouts on panties because all I see when I look at that kind of decoration is a bunch of fabric binding, constricting, and otherwise discomfiting my body. But despite my anti-fancy knickers stance, I think I’m willing to make an exception for Mademoiselle Jean.

The founder of Mademoiselle Jean started her line in 2005, after a brief stint working for Chanel. At first, she sold only vintage-inspired fashion (take a look at her pencil skirts; they’re something serious). But recently, Jean decided to expand her range into lingerie…and I, for one, am really glad she did. These heart back knickers are already a signature piece, and they manage to look fun, flirty, and yet still completely wearable for everyday.

Mademoiselle Jean’s heart cutout knickers are €45 (app. $59.00), and are available in sizes 36 thru 42. What do you think of these?

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Lingerie of the Week: La Perla ‘Baronessa’ Bralette

La Perla ‘Baronessa’

This week’s Lingerie of the Week is firmly on the lust list. I’ll never own it, but I couldn’t stop thinking about it and so it’s this week’s pick. Lately, I’ve been in love with all things pink: hot pink, rose pink, and most especially blush pink. I think it’s a gorgeous, romantic shade and though I know nothing about color theory, I’d like to think it flatters almost everyone. I had the opportunity to see the entire Baronessa range recently in person, and it is breathtaking in its stunningness.

Alas, as I mentioned before, I’ll never own it. At $367 for just the bra alone, the Baronessa bralette will always be out of reach…unless I manage to catch it on a 70% off clearance sale. And even then I’d have to give it some thought.

Delicate, ethereal, and completely swoonworthy, the La Perla Baronessa bra is available from Neiman Marcus. If you’re wanting a pair of matching knickers, I’d forego the rather unremarkable thongshown  above and pick up these coordinating lace briefs instead. It’s so sad this range doesn’t offer a tap panty…it’d be perfect.

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Lingerie of the Week: Elila Jacquard Soft Cup Bra

The ‘Lingerie of the Week‘ feature is dedicated to pieces I think are pretty. Typically, not much more thought goes into it than, “Oh, I really like this and I think TLA readers would too.” Unfortunately, most of the fashionable lingerie out there is restricted to a very narrow size range. And even lingerie brands that are known for making full bust or plus sized items often cut things off around a 40-something band or a J cup.

Of course, there a women outside of that size range who want cute lingerie too. And that’s big part of why I like this week’s lingerie of the week…it’s a pretty bra available in more than one color (not counting beige or white) that goes up to a 50N. I know it’s not the most glamourous bra, and it’s certainly not the skimpiest. But I like to think it’s a bra I myself wouldn’t mind owning in lilac, red, or black if I was a full-busted woman with a plus size figure.

The Elila Jacquard Soft Cup Bra retails for $43.00 and is available from Linda the Bra Lady.

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Lingerie of the Week: Leg Avenue Black Satin Corset Dress

One of the most surprising collections of the last year has been Leg Avenue’s “Burlesque” range. While I started my lingerie journey with a lot of Leg Avenue pieces, after awhile, I became disenchanted with them. The price was low, yes, but the quality was abysmal and all the designs were so boring and derivative that I didn’t mind going elsewhere and paying a bit more for better goods.

I must not have been the only dissatisfied customer, because lately, Leg Avenue has really been bringing it with their new, vintage-inspired, “burlesque” pieces. I like this corset dress because of it’s classic silhouette and excellent price point. As usual, I wish it came in extended sizing (Leg Avenue makes money hand over fist so a few plus-size options shouldn’t bankrupt them) but for my lingerie addicts on a budget,  I definitely think this is a range worth checking out.

The Leg Avenue Black Satin Corset Dress is available in sizes S, M & L and retails for $69.95 from Babygirl Boutique.

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Lingerie of the Week: Shell Belle Couture ‘Beau’ Bathing Suit

Shell Belle Couture ‘Beau’ Bathing Suit. $142 via Faire Frou Frou.

This week’s lingerie of the week isn’t quite lingerie, but it’s so lovely, I couldn’t resist. Shell Belle Couture is a pretty new lingerie brand (they’ve only been around since 2010), and any new brand will tell you it’s a struggle to stand out in a pretty crowded field. I like how Shell Belle is doing vintage-inspired pieces without making explicitly vintage lingerie, and I admire how their collections look like nothing else on the market right now. To me, this ‘Beau’ Bathing Suit is a standout piece from their latest range.

Rene Gruau Swan Advertisement, via Frou Frou Fashionista

I love the cheeky play on words (‘beau’ and ‘bow’), and how I like the stark, graphic styling of this suit reminds me of Rene Gruau’s artwork. But I don’t think I’d wear this as a bathing suit. Instead, I’d let it be the cutest tank top in the world. The Beau bathing suit retails for $142.00 at Faire Frou Frou and is available in sizes S, M, and L (fitting a maximum 10US).

 

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