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30 Pairs of Fashionable Spring & Summer Socks

These cloud socks aren’t on the list, even though I adore them. Does anyone know where to buy them?

Now that Spring is here (and Summer right around the corner), it’s time to switch out those winter tights for legwear that’s just a little bit lighter. Of course, I’m talking about socks! Sheer and lace socks are a great way to perk up your Spring wardrobe, and I love wearing fun, brightly patterned, novelty socks with my sneakers. Below are 30 pairs of ankle, crew, and knee high socks I’m lusting after this season. Which ones are your favorites?

P.S. As always, click the photo to be taken directly to where you can purchase!

Dainty Lace Ankle Socks – $5.00

Hot Sox Citrus Scallop Cuff Socks – $6.00

Topshop Swallows and Clouds Ankle Socks – $7.00

Gap Floral Socks – $7.95

Kensie Cuffed Sheer Ankle Socks – $8.00

American Apparel Fishnet Socks – $8.00

Nylon Journal Sun Roof Sheer Top Ankle Socks – $8.00

Nylon Journal Shimmering Sheer Ankle Socks – $8.00

Pamela Mann Sheer Heart Ankle Socks – $8.50

Ruffle Top Floating Flowers Ankle Socks – $9.00

Floating Dot Ankle Socks – $9.00

Sock It to Me Sushi Crew Socks – $9.00

Oroblu Angelika Knee Highs – $11.95

Tabbisocks Crochet Ankle Socks – $12.00

Kate Spade Bow Sheer Anklet Socks – $12.00

Jonathan Aston Sweet Roses Anklet – $12.85

Lazy Oaf Cat Socks – $13.58

Happy Socks Faded Diamonds Socks – $13.58

Tabbisocks Strawberry Knee High Socks – $14.00

Librarian Crew Socks – $15.00

Kate Spade Heart to Heart Knee High Socks – $15.00

Tabio Roll Top Anklet Socks – £10.00 (~$15.31 US)

Hansel from Basel Large Polka Dot Crew Sock – $19.00

Hansel from Basel Jacquard Cuff Crew Socks – $20.00

Tabio See Through Neon Dot Socks – £14.00 (~$21.44 US)

Gerbe Paradoxale Anklet Socks – $27.00

Strathcona Black Floral Socks – $36.00

Strathcona Dusk Skies Socks – $36.00

Wolford Eloise Knee Highs – $38.00

Eley Kishimoto Cuboid Socks – $45.82

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Under the Root Spring/Summer 2013

Now that Spring is definitely on its way, I’m looking for lingerie to match my new, uplifted mood. And the ultrabright chartreuse ‘Echinacea’ range by Under the Root is my preferred method of welcoming better weather. Handmade from upcycled and reclaimed fabrics, this is lingerie that’s ethical, enchanting, and just a little eccentric. I don’t know about you, but I think that’s the perfect combination. What do you think of Under the Root’s label? Is ethical lingerie something important to you?

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Spotlight on Pleasure State Lingerie

Pleasure State Lingerie

Pleasure State is a brand I’ve running across more often lately, and I am increasingly intrigued by their style. They have an aesthetic which falls nicely between what I call a ‘European look’ (more fancy) and what I think of as the ‘American look’ (more casual) for lingerie…perhaps because they’re based in Australia.

Pleasure State also offers 3 different lines at a range of price points (from about $40 per bra in the White Label Collection to about $140 per bra in the Couture Collection). They also have a solid range of sizes (from A cups in the White Label collection to G cups in the VIP collection). And I think that kind of variety is great for shoppers.

I’ve posted a couple of my favorite lingerie looks from each individual line below. Do you have any thoughts about Pleasure State? Have you tried them before? And, if so, did you like them?

Pleasure State ‘Chateau’ Bra Set. White Label Collection.

Pleasure State ‘Dragon Mist’ Bra Set. White Label Collection.

Pleasure State ‘Glimmer’ Bra Set. Couture Collection.

Pleasure State ‘Scheherazade’ Bra Set. Couture Collection.

Pleasure State ‘Swan Lake’ Bra Set. VIP Collection.

Pleasure State ‘Glitter Spectacular’ Bra Set. VIP Collection.

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The Lingerie Collective: Highlights for Autumn/Winter 2013

In early January I visited The Lingerie Collective trade show, home to some of the world’s most exciting luxury brands.  Here are my favourite exhibitors and what we have to look forward to in Autumn/Winter 2013!

All images by Karolina Laskowska unless credited otherwise.

Beautiful Bottoms:

Beautiful Bottoms are renowned for their fashion-forward prints and affordable silks. This season is no exception, with highlights including this silk georgette rose print slip and some gorgeous printed silk satin pyjamas.

Top image: Provided by Beautiful Bottoms

Felice Art Couture:

Felice Art Couture are a new luxury loungewear brand with some of the most intricate embellishments that I’ve ever seen in the lingerie world.  Delicate Chantilly laces and stunning beadwork make these garments seem like works of art than something to lounge in!

Fraulein Kink:

Fraulein Kink’s new collection has some of my favourite bedroom accessories yet. This season sees a Wild West influence with pieces such as crystal-tipped lassos and (my personal favourite), gold spikey spurs.  Other standout pieces include the fringe, feather and spike eyemask shown below.  As usual, Fraulein Kink’s designs are a perfect lingerie accompinament.

Top image: Left: A nineteen13 Production, right: Camilla Camalgia

Kriss Soonik:

Kriss Soonik’s loungerie is as fashion-forward and unusual as ever, with old favourites such as the suspender top being reinvented in a long-sleeved velour version. My personal favourite is the lace and tulle babydoll, a perfect match of sporty and unusual shapes with flirty feminine details.

Marika Vera:

Marika Vera is one of my all-time favourite lingerie designers and the new collection ‘Welcome to the Rabbit Hole’ is no disappointment. Exquisite silk satins and chiffons are layered in unusual and flattering silhouettes with details such as delicate strapping, collars and loose ruffles.  The garments are also multi-functional – equally beautiful in the boudoir as when mixed into outerwear.

Top and bottom image: Provided by Marika Vera

Shell Belle Couture:

The new collection by Shell Belle incorporates stunning laces with delicate sheer meshes and silks.  Romantic classics such as the Seduce Me gown sit alongside new flirtier pieces such as camisole sets and animal prints.  The detailing on these pieces is exquisite, from the positioning of lace to delicate straps and the signature stitched scallop edges.

Something Wicked:

Something Wicked’s lingerie designs are the perfect blend of fashion-foward naughtiness. Irresistably soft leathers are paired with delicate chantilly laces and gold plated components. The newest collection features a softer approach to the luxury S&M vibe, with flirty chiffons in shades of berry and lilac being given bondage inspired strap details.

Top and bottom images: Provided by Something Wicked

Underprotection:

Underprotection are a Danish brand that creates ethical lingerie and loungewear, using only sustainable fabrics such as bamboo cotton.  The designs themselves are gorgeous – my personal favourites are the scallop-panel bra and knicker set. The gorgeous colours and stitching details have put the set majorly high on my lust list!

Readers: what do you think of my picks from the show? Had you encountered any of these designers before?

Karolina

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Ari Dein Spring/Summer 2013

Ari Dein S/S 2013

One of the side effects of writing about lingerie for the last several years is that I’ve started to get a little bit jaded. It’s not been a conscious thing or even a deliberate process…just the more I’m around lingerie, the more it takes to get my attention and impress me. And the stuff that used to impress when I first started blogging (like a celebrity endorsement or a super-high price tag) are mostly meaningless to me now. Enter Ari Dein.

The thing I like most about Ari Dein’s collection is that it becomes more impressive the more you look at it. Though still firmly out of my reach, Ari Dein is aspirational lingerie for a new, younger generation. A unique point of view, American-styling, and impeccable craftsmanship (you can literally wear her pieces inside out) puts Ari Dein firmly on my lust list. No cynicism required. What do you think of the Ari Dein Spring/Summer 2013 collection?

Ari Dein ‘Boutique Hotel’ Chemise

Ari Dein ‘Boutique Hotel’ Camisole & Shortie

Ari Dein ‘Boutique Hotel’ Pajama Set

Ari Dein ‘Bengal’ Pajamas

Ari Dein ‘Maharaja’ Bralet & Panty

Ari Dein ‘Maharaja’ Anorak & Shortie

Ari Dein ‘Cabana’ Camisole & Shortie

Ari Dein ‘Bombay’ Burnout Chemise

Ari Dein ‘Bombay’ Burnout Camisole & Pajama Pants

Ari Dein ‘Cabana’ Chemise & ‘Bombay’ Burnout Robe

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Lilipiache Autumn/Winter 2013

Lilipiache is a fairly new brand, but one I’ve been hearing the name of more and more in the last few months. Though I haven’t tried them yet, I do like their youthful, almost boho, aesthetic. It’s quite unlike what I see anyone else doing right now. Lilipiache is made in New York by three Japanese fashion school graduates, and they have a store on their website and on Etsy. What do you think of Lilipiache?

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Gilda & Pearl Spring/Summer 2013

I’ve been a fan of Gilda & Pearl’s lingerie for almost as long as I’ve been blogging. I love how all of their pieces are handmade to order using some of the most exquisite silks and laces I’ve ever seen (the designer, Diane Houston, has made keeping her label ethical a top priority). Inspired by the 1946 Rita Hayworth film “Gilda” and the unique beauty of natural pearls, Gilda & Pearl makes what I call heirloom lingerie…pieces that are meant to be treasured for years, if not generations. What do you think of their Spring/Summer 2013 collection?

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