I received a coaster from a friend in Canada which read 'while there is tea there is hope' so feeling inspired I decided to change the poem for a Lingerieholic to 'while there is underwear there is hope'.
While there is underwear
There is hope
Bad day
Buy new knickers
Boring, lonely or depressing day
Buy new knickers
Working out cost per wear
They are cheap really
A little indulgence doesn’t hurt
Just a few pounds
The rush of adrenaline at the till
Pink and white tissue papers wrap the items
The boutique style bag
I carry with pride down the street
Good day
Going out and need the prefect suppport
The fabric close to the skin
Soft, silky and new
Any and everyday
Buy new knickers..
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Why underwear?
I got asked the question last week why underwear, with an option to collect anything why lingerie?
Something believe it or not that I haven’t asked myself before but it struck me as interesting question. I started to investigate and after some soul searching and conversations the answer became clear, escapism.
On the outside of a nine till five job dressed in suits or even smart work clothes. This secret pastime can be used as escapism, when you check into the corporate office or even to the office which tries to be cool and encourages personalities although not to much as you still need to blend. Then underwear can be the perfect vehicle to become the free person you want to be... Through the garment closest to our skin I believe we can be anything we want to be and no one else need know unless we choose to invite them into the inner circle.
Something believe it or not that I haven’t asked myself before but it struck me as interesting question. I started to investigate and after some soul searching and conversations the answer became clear, escapism.
On the outside of a nine till five job dressed in suits or even smart work clothes. This secret pastime can be used as escapism, when you check into the corporate office or even to the office which tries to be cool and encourages personalities although not to much as you still need to blend. Then underwear can be the perfect vehicle to become the free person you want to be... Through the garment closest to our skin I believe we can be anything we want to be and no one else need know unless we choose to invite them into the inner circle.
Friday, August 25, 2006
Lifttits
News - Daily Candy, UK
Yes you read it right no bra review today simply advice on tit tape with a difference. A far cry from the awful wig tape, parcel tape and alarming surgical-looking Braza strips you’ve previously experimented with, Liftits go on top of the breast, not underneath.
They’re such miracle workers, in fact, they can make a hefty D-cup perkier than a toddler on Lucozade. When you’re done with them (or when you’re in a passionate embrace with someone attempting to fondle your boobs), simply rip them off (not as painful as it sounds) and chuck them.
If you’re still confused as to how Liftits work, the product’s three-second online video should help.
Still flummoxed?
Do keep up.
Buy Online ASOS
Yes you read it right no bra review today simply advice on tit tape with a difference. A far cry from the awful wig tape, parcel tape and alarming surgical-looking Braza strips you’ve previously experimented with, Liftits go on top of the breast, not underneath.
They’re such miracle workers, in fact, they can make a hefty D-cup perkier than a toddler on Lucozade. When you’re done with them (or when you’re in a passionate embrace with someone attempting to fondle your boobs), simply rip them off (not as painful as it sounds) and chuck them.
If you’re still confused as to how Liftits work, the product’s three-second online video should help.
Still flummoxed?
Do keep up.
Buy Online ASOS
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Wonderbra is overhauling its website
News - Digital Bulletin, UK
LONDON - Wonderbra is overhauling its website as it seeks to shake off its 90s 'Hello boys' image and reposition itself as a lifestyle brand.
The site, created by Iris, will go live in October. It is part of a strategy to link the brand to fashion by showing women how different looks can be achieved by wearing its bras.
Visitors will be directed to the 'uplift', 'rounded', 'cleavage' or 'plunging' zone, each of which will feature the range of bras in that category. There are also plans to offer online sales.
Iris has previously handled experiential events for Wonderbra, including a series of fashion events called 4 Effect.
LONDON - Wonderbra is overhauling its website as it seeks to shake off its 90s 'Hello boys' image and reposition itself as a lifestyle brand.
The site, created by Iris, will go live in October. It is part of a strategy to link the brand to fashion by showing women how different looks can be achieved by wearing its bras.
Visitors will be directed to the 'uplift', 'rounded', 'cleavage' or 'plunging' zone, each of which will feature the range of bras in that category. There are also plans to offer online sales.
Iris has previously handled experiential events for Wonderbra, including a series of fashion events called 4 Effect.
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Peaches charity underwear auction in eBay controversy
News: NME, UK
Peaches' underpants have being removed from eBay after the online auction site deemed the lot "unsuitable" for sale.
The singer is among a string of artists who have donated personal items and time to raise money for Three Gut Records founder and visual artist Tyler Clark Burke.
The auction is aiming to raise money to buy Burke, who is experiencing family health problems, a home. Twenty per cent of the proceeds will also go to charity Habitat For Humanity.
However the site's administrators deemed the used thong donated by Peaches as unsuitable for sale via eBay.
"The Peaches auction was yanked because it was apparently against the eBay adult content mandate - no used underwear, no matter what," Burke told NME.COM, before adding that fans still have a chance of buying the old pair of pants.
"What I'm going to do is actually auction off a ball of peach yarn so eBay won't pull it again," said Burke. "The winner of this yarn will also get a free pair of used Peaches' thong undies, which I'll explain on my site, not on eBay. She's donated a nice pink mesh thong."
Along with the underwear, other lots in the auction include the chance to have Broken Social Scene write a song about you and the opportunity to pen a track with Feist.
For the full list of auctions go to Santacruzforever.com.
Peaches' underpants have being removed from eBay after the online auction site deemed the lot "unsuitable" for sale.
The singer is among a string of artists who have donated personal items and time to raise money for Three Gut Records founder and visual artist Tyler Clark Burke.
The auction is aiming to raise money to buy Burke, who is experiencing family health problems, a home. Twenty per cent of the proceeds will also go to charity Habitat For Humanity.
However the site's administrators deemed the used thong donated by Peaches as unsuitable for sale via eBay.
"The Peaches auction was yanked because it was apparently against the eBay adult content mandate - no used underwear, no matter what," Burke told NME.COM, before adding that fans still have a chance of buying the old pair of pants.
"What I'm going to do is actually auction off a ball of peach yarn so eBay won't pull it again," said Burke. "The winner of this yarn will also get a free pair of used Peaches' thong undies, which I'll explain on my site, not on eBay. She's donated a nice pink mesh thong."
Along with the underwear, other lots in the auction include the chance to have Broken Social Scene write a song about you and the opportunity to pen a track with Feist.
For the full list of auctions go to Santacruzforever.com.
Monday, August 07, 2006
National Underwear Day - Aug 9th New York
News - Fresh Pair Newsletter, USA
If you haven't heard, Freshpair is sponsoring the 4th annual National
Underwear Day, which will take place on August 9th in New York City.
On National Underwear Day, Freshpair sends dozens of models out onto the
streets of New York clad in nothing more than the hottest new styles of
men's and women's underwear from top brands. This year's official sponsors
include Puma, Wacoal, Hugo boss, 2(x)ist, Papi, Ginch Gonch, Play,
Chantelle, Le Mystere, Goddess, Freya, Fantasie, Diesel, RIPS, MagicSilk,
Men's Health magazine, Cotton Incorporated, The National Prostate Cancer
Coalition, and The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Our underwear
ambassadors make appearance in highly visible locales, such as Times Square,
polling passersby on their choices of underwear and handing out 4,000
"freshpairs".
Over the past three years, this event has received coverage on network TV
(daytime and primetime news and entertainment shows) and is geared toward
family and tourist audiences.
Join us in Times Square from 11 to 1pm on Wednesday to get your "freshpair".
If you haven't heard, Freshpair is sponsoring the 4th annual National
Underwear Day, which will take place on August 9th in New York City.
On National Underwear Day, Freshpair sends dozens of models out onto the
streets of New York clad in nothing more than the hottest new styles of
men's and women's underwear from top brands. This year's official sponsors
include Puma, Wacoal, Hugo boss, 2(x)ist, Papi, Ginch Gonch, Play,
Chantelle, Le Mystere, Goddess, Freya, Fantasie, Diesel, RIPS, MagicSilk,
Men's Health magazine, Cotton Incorporated, The National Prostate Cancer
Coalition, and The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Our underwear
ambassadors make appearance in highly visible locales, such as Times Square,
polling passersby on their choices of underwear and handing out 4,000
"freshpairs".
Over the past three years, this event has received coverage on network TV
(daytime and primetime news and entertainment shows) and is geared toward
family and tourist audiences.
Join us in Times Square from 11 to 1pm on Wednesday to get your "freshpair".
Thursday, July 20, 2006
Coco Ribbon launch new lingerie collection
News: Coco Ribbon Newsletter, UK
The trendy boutique company Coco Ribbon have launched their own lingerie label, cute feminine and defiantly worth a look. Pants HQ choice for the wedding season is the Just Married Swarovski Crystal Knickers, available with pink and blue crystals with 'Just Married' spelt cheekily across the bum… ;o)
The trendy boutique company Coco Ribbon have launched their own lingerie label, cute feminine and defiantly worth a look. Pants HQ choice for the wedding season is the Just Married Swarovski Crystal Knickers, available with pink and blue crystals with 'Just Married' spelt cheekily across the bum… ;o)
Coco Ribbon launch new lingerie collection
News: Coco Ribbon Newsletter, UK
The trendy boutique company Coco Ribbon have launched their own lingerie label, cute feminine and defiantly worth a look. Pants HQ choice for the wedding season is the Just Married Swarovski Crystal Knickers, available with pink and blue crystals with 'Just Married' spelt cheekily across the bum… ;o)
The trendy boutique company Coco Ribbon have launched their own lingerie label, cute feminine and defiantly worth a look. Pants HQ choice for the wedding season is the Just Married Swarovski Crystal Knickers, available with pink and blue crystals with 'Just Married' spelt cheekily across the bum… ;o)
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Intimate advice - Barely There
News - Cool News Newsletter
Sara Lee Branded Apparel has taken the radical step of creating brassiere ads intended to inform women instead of, uh, titillating men, reports Julie Bosman in The New York Times (7/15/06). "Victoria's Secret has had success owning seksy, and I think there's a certain segment of the population that wants a seksier bra," says Rob Schapiro, creative director of the Martin Agency, which created the new campaign for Sara Lee's Barely There brand. He adds: "...We realized that a large segment of the population is concerned about how she looks in her bra while actually wearing clothing." And so the ads are were designed "to take the place of a gimlet-eyed girlfriend -- someone who will matter-of-factly tell you that your strap is showing, or that a lacy bra has no place under a shirt made of thin fabric."
The campaign sends its message using a "before-and-after" construct, "with two bras side-by-side that illustrate the result of an ill-chosen bra. On the left is a bra that is bumpy or misshapen (labeled 'There'). On the right, a bra with a monochromatic background ("Barely There.") The 'There' bras are adorned with objects that signify bumps, ridges and other bra-related problems. (The objects the Martin Agency ... dreamed up include headlights, Jiffy Pop, pine cones and pointy pink-drink umbrellas)." It is indeed a far cry from Victoria's Secret, devoid of "slinky body parts and ... stiletto heels." It's also a departure for Barely There, "which in the past has subscribed to the standard formula of women's underwear advertising."
Referring to the status quo, Tolli Love, Barely There's vp of marketing comments: "Men are attracted to that type of advertising ... I think there's a perception that with intimate apparel, seks sells, and then women, to, are unfairly grouped into that category." Even Wonderbra seems to have grasped the concept, replacing "in-your-face" ads featuring a lot of "you-know-what," with relatively more subtle approaches, such as "a restaurant full of men staring straight ahead, at a woman who is not in the picture." Whether Barely There's practicality pitch succeeds remains to be seen, but it does seem well, um, supported: "By some estimates, as many as 85 percent of the female population" is "wearing ill-fitting bras."
Sara Lee Branded Apparel has taken the radical step of creating brassiere ads intended to inform women instead of, uh, titillating men, reports Julie Bosman in The New York Times (7/15/06). "Victoria's Secret has had success owning seksy, and I think there's a certain segment of the population that wants a seksier bra," says Rob Schapiro, creative director of the Martin Agency, which created the new campaign for Sara Lee's Barely There brand. He adds: "...We realized that a large segment of the population is concerned about how she looks in her bra while actually wearing clothing." And so the ads are were designed "to take the place of a gimlet-eyed girlfriend -- someone who will matter-of-factly tell you that your strap is showing, or that a lacy bra has no place under a shirt made of thin fabric."
The campaign sends its message using a "before-and-after" construct, "with two bras side-by-side that illustrate the result of an ill-chosen bra. On the left is a bra that is bumpy or misshapen (labeled 'There'). On the right, a bra with a monochromatic background ("Barely There.") The 'There' bras are adorned with objects that signify bumps, ridges and other bra-related problems. (The objects the Martin Agency ... dreamed up include headlights, Jiffy Pop, pine cones and pointy pink-drink umbrellas)." It is indeed a far cry from Victoria's Secret, devoid of "slinky body parts and ... stiletto heels." It's also a departure for Barely There, "which in the past has subscribed to the standard formula of women's underwear advertising."
Referring to the status quo, Tolli Love, Barely There's vp of marketing comments: "Men are attracted to that type of advertising ... I think there's a perception that with intimate apparel, seks sells, and then women, to, are unfairly grouped into that category." Even Wonderbra seems to have grasped the concept, replacing "in-your-face" ads featuring a lot of "you-know-what," with relatively more subtle approaches, such as "a restaurant full of men staring straight ahead, at a woman who is not in the picture." Whether Barely There's practicality pitch succeeds remains to be seen, but it does seem well, um, supported: "By some estimates, as many as 85 percent of the female population" is "wearing ill-fitting bras."
Monday, July 17, 2006
One to watch Ophelia Fancy
Watch this space with Ophelia Fancy as we love the fabulous scrumptious fancy knickers created with a eclectic fusion of new fabrics and vintage trimmings. Ophelia Fancy label is the brainchild of Brighton-based design duo Stevi Jelbart and Emma Sandham-King. The range won its creators the individual Designers Award at Swatch Alternative Fashion Week this year.
If you want to know more visit www.myspace.com/opheliafancy
The official website is undevelopment at www.opheliafancy.com
If you want to know more visit www.myspace.com/opheliafancy
The official website is undevelopment at www.opheliafancy.com
Scratch and sniff underwear
Scratch and sniff t-shirts were big and now Munki Munki has launched scratch and sniff boy short underwear and tank vests. Whether your chosen man is the BBQ king, handyman or mowerman (not quite Jesse Metcalfe the gardener from Desperate Housewives) but they all come with there own aroma when scratched for example mowerman smells of fresh grass when scratched.
I think a sense of humour is all-good but what happened to the little strawberries that were scratch and sniff? They smelled not of a man but gave a fruity aroma…good for both of you. I would suggest these Munki Munki scratch and sniff are something just for the ladies ;o)
I think a sense of humour is all-good but what happened to the little strawberries that were scratch and sniff? They smelled not of a man but gave a fruity aroma…good for both of you. I would suggest these Munki Munki scratch and sniff are something just for the ladies ;o)
Monday, July 10, 2006
Underwear Agent - Kate Moss
News: Britsh Glamour, UK
Kate Moss is set to make a million men's fantasies come true in four mini films for Agent Provocateur. The supermodel has already shot the X-rated footage, which includes her strutting down the street wearing only knickers and writhing about on the floor while photographers snap her from above, but it won't be unveiled until later this year. "Kate will play the mysterious lady, the scarlet woman that everyone wants to be. She looks sensational," a snoop informs the Daily Mirror. Film director Mike Figgis, who shot the saucy scenes, says: "I finally realise why people call her a supermodel. She is the only one and she is the best."
Kate Moss is set to make a million men's fantasies come true in four mini films for Agent Provocateur. The supermodel has already shot the X-rated footage, which includes her strutting down the street wearing only knickers and writhing about on the floor while photographers snap her from above, but it won't be unveiled until later this year. "Kate will play the mysterious lady, the scarlet woman that everyone wants to be. She looks sensational," a snoop informs the Daily Mirror. Film director Mike Figgis, who shot the saucy scenes, says: "I finally realise why people call her a supermodel. She is the only one and she is the best."
Tuesday, June 20, 2006
Madame V website launch
News - Lingerie Buyer, June 2006
The newly launched website from Brazilian- inspired luxury lingerie and loungewear brand MadameV is as seductive as it name suggests, enticing the user with its mission statement stating "Every woman is a thousand women..." supported by images of scantily clad women.
Four main collections are sub-divided showcasing the beautiful lingerie, this is a store front for the shops however the website is well worth a peek..
The newly launched website from Brazilian- inspired luxury lingerie and loungewear brand MadameV is as seductive as it name suggests, enticing the user with its mission statement stating "Every woman is a thousand women..." supported by images of scantily clad women.
Four main collections are sub-divided showcasing the beautiful lingerie, this is a store front for the shops however the website is well worth a peek..
Madame V website launch
News - Lingerie Buyer, June 2006
The newly launched website from Brazilian- inspired luxury lingerie and loungewear brand MadameV is as seductive as it name suggests, enticing the user with its mission statement stating "Every woman is a thousand women..." supported by images of scantily clad women.
Four main collections are sub-divided showcasing the beautiful lingerie, this is a store front for the shops however the website is well worth a peek..
The newly launched website from Brazilian- inspired luxury lingerie and loungewear brand MadameV is as seductive as it name suggests, enticing the user with its mission statement stating "Every woman is a thousand women..." supported by images of scantily clad women.
Four main collections are sub-divided showcasing the beautiful lingerie, this is a store front for the shops however the website is well worth a peek..
Thursday, June 01, 2006
Summer is strapless time..
News, Wonderbra newsletter
Tis the (Strapless) Season! Newsletter from Wonderbra landed in my inbox this morning, yes indeed it is the season to make sure your T-shirt bras and strapless bras are smooth and not turned lumpy bumpy over the test of time, ready for the summer period when the sun finally decides to shine brightly.
The strapless Wonderbra looks ok for young girls who’s bra size is not above a B but anything more and the strapeless might not be not ‘I caught you peeking’ but ‘real boobs spill out like this..’. Wonderbra have gone from using Barbie type girls to models who have been so digitally enhanced they seem like computer generated images. The boobs on these digital creations have had so much TLC in photoshop that the bosoms look fake.
Real women beware the strapless bra will not look like this unless you’re petite, for real women I would suggest the light camel bra from Marks and Spensers with nude straps, free clear straps plus it can be worn with no straps ideal for the summer wardrobe.
Tis the (Strapless) Season! Newsletter from Wonderbra landed in my inbox this morning, yes indeed it is the season to make sure your T-shirt bras and strapless bras are smooth and not turned lumpy bumpy over the test of time, ready for the summer period when the sun finally decides to shine brightly.
The strapless Wonderbra looks ok for young girls who’s bra size is not above a B but anything more and the strapeless might not be not ‘I caught you peeking’ but ‘real boobs spill out like this..’. Wonderbra have gone from using Barbie type girls to models who have been so digitally enhanced they seem like computer generated images. The boobs on these digital creations have had so much TLC in photoshop that the bosoms look fake.
Real women beware the strapless bra will not look like this unless you’re petite, for real women I would suggest the light camel bra from Marks and Spensers with nude straps, free clear straps plus it can be worn with no straps ideal for the summer wardrobe.
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
Panty Postman
News: Daily Candy
Twisted? In a bunch? Sign up for The Panty Postman’s year-long knickers delivery of Coco Ribbon’s lovely briefs and thongs. Two pairs every three months, as Coco Ribbon claims three months is the life expectancy of pants. Interesting thought... time to spring clean the underwear drawers ladies. Yes the slightly grey knickers have to go!
Twisted? In a bunch? Sign up for The Panty Postman’s year-long knickers delivery of Coco Ribbon’s lovely briefs and thongs. Two pairs every three months, as Coco Ribbon claims three months is the life expectancy of pants. Interesting thought... time to spring clean the underwear drawers ladies. Yes the slightly grey knickers have to go!
Sunday, April 09, 2006
Mintel report, key findings for underwear and hosiery markert
News - Lingerie Buyer, UK (April 2006)
Top Six retailers where consumers have brought underwear from in the last 12 months, November 2005. (Base: 2,039 adults aged 15+)
Mintel highlights one of the biggest changes since its last report in 2004 as being the polarisation in the sector led by Primark and New Look. Their growth has meant that the competition for the traditional players (department stores, M&S, BHS etc) has moved from just being the out-of-town value retailers (supermarkets and Matalan) to on the high street - right on thier doorstep.
Source NOP/Mintel.
*Underwear retailing report will be published at the end of the month by Mintel and priced at £995. It can be order over the phone 020 8606 6000. If you can wait then a copy will also be available in major libraries soon.
Top Six retailers where consumers have brought underwear from in the last 12 months, November 2005. (Base: 2,039 adults aged 15+)
Mintel highlights one of the biggest changes since its last report in 2004 as being the polarisation in the sector led by Primark and New Look. Their growth has meant that the competition for the traditional players (department stores, M&S, BHS etc) has moved from just being the out-of-town value retailers (supermarkets and Matalan) to on the high street - right on thier doorstep.
Source NOP/Mintel.
*Underwear retailing report will be published at the end of the month by Mintel and priced at £995. It can be order over the phone 020 8606 6000. If you can wait then a copy will also be available in major libraries soon.
Sunday, April 02, 2006
Delicious and sexy Catherine Kurtz's oil paintings
News - Art and Illustrators, May 2006.
Naughty but nice is the title of the artcile written about Catherine Kurtz's oil paintings. Delicous and sexy is excatly what they are here is Oh You Pretty Thing- 2005, Oil on board, 30 x 30.5 cm (inches: 11¾ x 12.)
Below is Rosebud- 2004, Oil on board, 30.5 x 30.5 cm (inches: 12 x 12.)
Naughty but nice is the title of the artcile written about Catherine Kurtz's oil paintings. Delicous and sexy is excatly what they are here is Oh You Pretty Thing- 2005, Oil on board, 30 x 30.5 cm (inches: 11¾ x 12.)
Below is Rosebud- 2004, Oil on board, 30.5 x 30.5 cm (inches: 12 x 12.)
Ellen Bell - Fantasy Pants
I came across the artist Ellen Bell at the The Rebecca Hossack Gallery (RHG). Here these is a section on underwear but the little shoes are wonderful!
Fantasy Pants 2004
1995 USA Marilyn Monroe, yellow Thai tissue paper, elastic, paper and thread
33 x 31 x 7 cm
£550.00
Fantasy Pants 2004
1995 USA Marilyn Monroe, yellow Thai tissue paper, elastic, paper and thread
33 x 31 x 7 cm
£550.00
Friday, March 31, 2006
Helena is back!
News - Glamour, UK
Helena Christensen has been named as Rachel Hunter's successor as the face of Ultimo lingerie. Having beaten off stiff competition from the likes of Eva Longoria and Nicollette Sheridan, Helena Christensen said yesterday: "I am delighted to be the new face and body of Ultimo and I am really looking forward to the campaign."
Helena Christensen has been named as Rachel Hunter's successor as the face of Ultimo lingerie. Having beaten off stiff competition from the likes of Eva Longoria and Nicollette Sheridan, Helena Christensen said yesterday: "I am delighted to be the new face and body of Ultimo and I am really looking forward to the campaign."
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
'Rosey cheeks' underwear bags
Boudoir Belle have added new designs to their range of underwear bags, so no excuse not to keep your smalls neat and tidy when away with these bags. 'Rosey cheeks' in red is our personal favourite.
Monday, March 13, 2006
ScreenSelect hooks up with Ann Summers
News - Digital Bulletin, UK
LONDON - Online DVD rental service ScreenSelect.co.uk has announced a raft of promotional partnerships, including a link-up with Ann Summers.
The deal with Ann Summers includes promotion of the service at its retail stores, as well as through party representatives, and includes a £5 voucher to spend at Ann Summers for customers who take up a free trial offer with the rental firm.
LONDON - Online DVD rental service ScreenSelect.co.uk has announced a raft of promotional partnerships, including a link-up with Ann Summers.
The deal with Ann Summers includes promotion of the service at its retail stores, as well as through party representatives, and includes a £5 voucher to spend at Ann Summers for customers who take up a free trial offer with the rental firm.
Sunday, March 05, 2006
Carnival bra light from sculptural wire design
News - Lingerie Buyer, Feb edition UK
Cute, different and eye catching this new Carnival bra light from sculptural wire design company Emerald Faerie is made from a combination of metals and recycled glass objects.
Cute, different and eye catching this new Carnival bra light from sculptural wire design company Emerald Faerie is made from a combination of metals and recycled glass objects.
Friday, March 03, 2006
Frankly Darling
Former Coco de Mere creative director Deborah Sim has designed new lingerie label Frankly Darling. 'The range gives classic glamour a mordern twist,' says Sim. 'It's made from natural fabrics and the shapes are simple and comforatble.'
Frankly Darling women are believed to be 'Ladies who want comfortable underwear that's sexy, too!'
Wednesday, March 01, 2006
Exhibitions March 2006
Anna Piaggi: Fashion ology
Doyenne of the fahion shows Anna Piaggi lifts the lid on her archive of couture clothing, photographs, faxes, storyboards and polariods collected during her time as a journalist and stylist.
Venue: V&A London
website: www.vam.ac.uk
Dates: 2 February - 23 April 2006
Opens: 10am- 5.45pm daily
Fashion and Fancy Dress: The Messel Family Dress Collection
This exhibition providdes an insight into the clothes worn by six generations of women from on family.
Venue: Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Website: www.brighton.virualmuseum.info
Dates: Until March 5th 2006
Doyenne of the fahion shows Anna Piaggi lifts the lid on her archive of couture clothing, photographs, faxes, storyboards and polariods collected during her time as a journalist and stylist.
Venue: V&A London
website: www.vam.ac.uk
Dates: 2 February - 23 April 2006
Opens: 10am- 5.45pm daily
Fashion and Fancy Dress: The Messel Family Dress Collection
This exhibition providdes an insight into the clothes worn by six generations of women from on family.
Venue: Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Website: www.brighton.virualmuseum.info
Dates: Until March 5th 2006
Friday, February 10, 2006
Pants HQ launch new collection Madame’s Boudoir
Underwear is everywhere, and it’s never been more in style. Once, underwear was considered unmentionable. Today Britons are flaunting it, with the total UK retail market for lingerie being estimated at £2.27 billion. Combine underwear with the latest home trend ‘craft’ and Madame’s Boudoir introduces hand finished limited edition canvases titled Naughty knickers, Sassy shoe and Penny purse.
Naughty knickers
“Owning something unique and made with love is increasingly desirable in a time of mass production from giant retailers” commented Kelly Denton the designer of the collection Madame’s Boudoir. Artwork is printed directly onto artist's grade canvas. Using a high quality 340gsm matte canvas approved to Fine Art Trade Guild standards, the canvases are then completed with delicate ribbons, beads, gems and limited edition vintage pieces are hand adorned to the canvas to make them unique. Canvases are signed by the artist and limited to 500 for any design, available now as an ideal Christmas gift.
Penny purse
Madame’s Boudoir art collection was inspired by over two hundred sets of underwear owned by the designer, by women featured on Sex and the City and the writers at Scarlet magazine. The focus was to produce scrumptious sexy canvases that would breakthrough the machine-made monotony so common in UK homes.
£98.00 per Madame's Boudoir canvas including postage.
Size 25.5 by 25.5cm. (10.2" x 10.2")
To place an order simply email info@pantshq.com with the name of your desired canvas and delivery address, a link for payment online using a secure system will be sent in response, cheques are also accepted through the post. Alternately you may call 02392825627 to order your canvas.
Many Thanks
The Madame's Boudoir Team
Naughty knickers
“Owning something unique and made with love is increasingly desirable in a time of mass production from giant retailers” commented Kelly Denton the designer of the collection Madame’s Boudoir. Artwork is printed directly onto artist's grade canvas. Using a high quality 340gsm matte canvas approved to Fine Art Trade Guild standards, the canvases are then completed with delicate ribbons, beads, gems and limited edition vintage pieces are hand adorned to the canvas to make them unique. Canvases are signed by the artist and limited to 500 for any design, available now as an ideal Christmas gift.
Penny purse
Madame’s Boudoir art collection was inspired by over two hundred sets of underwear owned by the designer, by women featured on Sex and the City and the writers at Scarlet magazine. The focus was to produce scrumptious sexy canvases that would breakthrough the machine-made monotony so common in UK homes.
£98.00 per Madame's Boudoir canvas including postage.
Size 25.5 by 25.5cm. (10.2" x 10.2")
To place an order simply email info@pantshq.com with the name of your desired canvas and delivery address, a link for payment online using a secure system will be sent in response, cheques are also accepted through the post. Alternately you may call 02392825627 to order your canvas.
Many Thanks
The Madame's Boudoir Team
Friday, February 03, 2006
Serena Rees
News - Elle Magazine Feb 2006
Another reason to buy Elle magazine this month is for the feature on Serena Rees. I have picked out the fun Serena's Lingerie Rules
- 'Never put your underwear in the washing machine - hand wash everything!'
- 'Get properly measured by a bra speciakist - bras ar the foundation for your whole outfit.'
- 'Look after your underwear as you would your clothes. So don't throw them haphazardly in a drawer - fold them carefully.'
Serena Talks Sex
- 'Wearing great underwear beneath your old jeans and a T-shirt can feel quite naughty. No one knows what you've got on, unless you choose to show it!'
- 'I don't think men find underwear as sexy as the fact a woman has made the effort to wear it. They love the idea that a lady has gone through the preparation of grooming herself.'
- 'I love it when you can see a bit of lingerie underneath your clothes. A friend of mine got married and her dress was a bit see-through, and she had one of our turquoise tulle bras on underneath. I thought, "wow" - she looked amazing!'
Serena Rees a woman of our own hearts! We salute you!
Another reason to buy Elle magazine this month is for the feature on Serena Rees. I have picked out the fun Serena's Lingerie Rules
- 'Never put your underwear in the washing machine - hand wash everything!'
- 'Get properly measured by a bra speciakist - bras ar the foundation for your whole outfit.'
- 'Look after your underwear as you would your clothes. So don't throw them haphazardly in a drawer - fold them carefully.'
Serena Talks Sex
- 'Wearing great underwear beneath your old jeans and a T-shirt can feel quite naughty. No one knows what you've got on, unless you choose to show it!'
- 'I don't think men find underwear as sexy as the fact a woman has made the effort to wear it. They love the idea that a lady has gone through the preparation of grooming herself.'
- 'I love it when you can see a bit of lingerie underneath your clothes. A friend of mine got married and her dress was a bit see-through, and she had one of our turquoise tulle bras on underneath. I thought, "wow" - she looked amazing!'
Serena Rees a woman of our own hearts! We salute you!
Elle Magazine Feb 2006
Underwear feature in Elle Magazine on Bras, briefs and camisoles, we love it! Get a copy now to see the very best in beautiful lingerie. Top brands featured Elle Macpherson Intimates, Dior by John Galliano Ribbon bra by Huit and a number of lingerie featured from Coco de Mere
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Friday, January 27, 2006
Underwear on ice
News - Annonova
Models are shivering for their fee at an underwear fashion show being staged on ice in Germany.
Organisers hope the fashion show will catch the public's attention during a cold snap which has seen temperatures drop as low as minus 30C.
Models will don skates to show off the latest lingerie and swimwear at the event in Leipzig which is part of a lingerie trade fair in Germany..
See the models on ice
Models are shivering for their fee at an underwear fashion show being staged on ice in Germany.
Organisers hope the fashion show will catch the public's attention during a cold snap which has seen temperatures drop as low as minus 30C.
Models will don skates to show off the latest lingerie and swimwear at the event in Leipzig which is part of a lingerie trade fair in Germany..
See the models on ice
Tied Up at the Office - Agent Provocateur
News - Digital Bulletin
LONDON - Lingerie brand Agent Provocateur is to launch a new viral campaign, directed by Mike Figgis, that is being trailed by a short teaser film.
Called 'Tied Up at the Office' the full eight-minute film is to appear on February 9. Until then, a trailer can be viewed on a microsite.
Figgis is known for films including 'Leaving Las Vegas' and 'Internal Affairs'. His film for Agent Provocateur is shot in black and white and mixes footage of mannequins dressed in lingerie interspersed with film of actors.
Real Networks designed and is hosting a co-created microsite for the campaign, and will also be promoting it across many of its RealGuides entertainment portals.
Visitors to the microsite can sign up to register for an alert when the full-length film premieres online, and can also forward the link to the trailer to their friends.
On the Agent Provocateur website, members of the AP Club mailing list can access an interview with Figgis, who also directed 'Timecode', as well as stills and wallpaper from the film.
LONDON - Lingerie brand Agent Provocateur is to launch a new viral campaign, directed by Mike Figgis, that is being trailed by a short teaser film.
Called 'Tied Up at the Office' the full eight-minute film is to appear on February 9. Until then, a trailer can be viewed on a microsite.
Figgis is known for films including 'Leaving Las Vegas' and 'Internal Affairs'. His film for Agent Provocateur is shot in black and white and mixes footage of mannequins dressed in lingerie interspersed with film of actors.
Real Networks designed and is hosting a co-created microsite for the campaign, and will also be promoting it across many of its RealGuides entertainment portals.
Visitors to the microsite can sign up to register for an alert when the full-length film premieres online, and can also forward the link to the trailer to their friends.
On the Agent Provocateur website, members of the AP Club mailing list can access an interview with Figgis, who also directed 'Timecode', as well as stills and wallpaper from the film.
Lingerie for you iPod
News - Digital Music
If you're into dressing up your iPod for the holidays, you might be interested in the newest Valentine's Day offerings from iAttire: Negligee and boxers (with hearts!).
The little costumes aren't terribly useful, but if you or your significant other is often exclaiming that puppies in sweaters are so CUTE, then iAttire might be the thing for you this Valentine's Day.
Lingerie for you iPod
If you're into dressing up your iPod for the holidays, you might be interested in the newest Valentine's Day offerings from iAttire: Negligee and boxers (with hearts!).
The little costumes aren't terribly useful, but if you or your significant other is often exclaiming that puppies in sweaters are so CUTE, then iAttire might be the thing for you this Valentine's Day.
Lingerie for you iPod
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
David Beckham's £1,000 monthly underwear bill
News - Teen Today, Uk
David Beckham spends a staggering £1,000 a month - on pants. The soccer ace allegedly splashes out hundreds of pounds on underwear every fortnight because he never wears the same pair twice.
The Real Madrid star - who is married to former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham - reportedly picks up piles of designer Calvin Klein pants at Spain' s swanky El Cortes Ingles department store. A source at the shop said: "He buys 30 pairs every time and spends between £545 to £615. David never purchases anything other than Calvin Klein from the Pro Stretch range. He doesn't stick around very long and normally looks quite sheepish."
David is known for his extravagant tastes. At Christmas he presented Victoria with a stunning £1.2million ruby and diamond necklace.
David Beckham spends a staggering £1,000 a month - on pants. The soccer ace allegedly splashes out hundreds of pounds on underwear every fortnight because he never wears the same pair twice.
The Real Madrid star - who is married to former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham - reportedly picks up piles of designer Calvin Klein pants at Spain' s swanky El Cortes Ingles department store. A source at the shop said: "He buys 30 pairs every time and spends between £545 to £615. David never purchases anything other than Calvin Klein from the Pro Stretch range. He doesn't stick around very long and normally looks quite sheepish."
David is known for his extravagant tastes. At Christmas he presented Victoria with a stunning £1.2million ruby and diamond necklace.
Monday, January 09, 2006
Lots of nicker on knickers
News - The Sun, UK
British women fork out £18,500 in their lifetime on bras and knickers — 15 times more than blokes spend on undies.
Men spend just £1,200 on pants during their lives, a survey reveals. Blokes will keep the same pair of pants for up to 12 YEARS.
British women fork out £18,500 in their lifetime on bras and knickers — 15 times more than blokes spend on undies.
Men spend just £1,200 on pants during their lives, a survey reveals. Blokes will keep the same pair of pants for up to 12 YEARS.
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