Lingerie Lundi!

Remember how in last weeks Lingerie Lundi! I focused on practical linge ("bras for bras sake")?  Yes, that was unusual... but I believe my latest linge discovery should quickly correct that petit détour.

Bordelle is a London based company specializing in couture "bodywear".  The company was founded in 2007 by Alexander Popa who then teamed up with designer Javier Suarez to create the very distinctive line.  

"Bordelle collections are characterized by body-con designs and anchored in a closely guarded proprietary technique that turns customized satin elastic bandages into a blend of lingerie and outerwear featuring a luxury S&M sensuality."

Spring/Summer 2010

Shop Online: Angela Dress in cream, Seamless Bra, black Waspie (girdle)

Autumn/Winter 2009-10

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AW 2009-10

 

SS'10

   

SS'09, SS'10, AW 2010-11

**Fun Fact: the brands big break came via a substantial order for Britney Spears' Circus tour!

I am really into the bodycon bandage dresses, but I can't really imagine how they would feel on, or even how to get them on. Definitely an intriguing line.

Looking back at past Lingerie Lundi's I realize I have featured a plurality of London based brands - it's funny, I have never particularly associated the UK with especially innovative, high-fashion lingerie, but the trend really is quite significant.

Hope you enjoyed this weeks feature.  Any thoughts on this post or the series as a whole?  I'd welcome any feedback, shoot me a comment!

Thanks for stopping by, Dolls!
as always, je vous aime énormément. xo Caitlin 

All images via Bordelle

Lingerie Lundi!

Usually I use Lingerie Lundi to showcase pretty, whimsicle, expressly sexy, hand made or high fashion pieces, focusing on fashion rather than the function.  This week I am going to review my own favorite bras, ones who's sole purpose is not aesthetic - bras for bras sake.

At the beginning of the summer, after realizing that had been years since I had bought a real quality bra myself, and that all of my favorites were literally falling apart, I spent a little time at Victoria's Secret.  Usually I buy lingerie because it is pretty, flirty, or $10 at H&M, but I have come to the conclusion that it is really worth it to spend a little more on a quality bra, from a store who's business is focused on that, which is comfortable, durable, and looks and feels good under clothes.  I'm not generally a Vicky Sec's enthusiast, but I am really happy with what I found, and, at the store I shopped (Bay Street, Emeryville, for the local folk) I was met with some really great, helpful customer service in the fitting room.

Obviously every body is different and everyone has different needs of a bra, but these are the three that I bought, and have been loving and living in for the past few months:


lots of "Contour" for the un-contoured set such as myslef, comfortable and comes in a great shade of nude for the light skinned demo, optimal under a white top.
dream angels® Push-up Bra





cute, sporty, super light and great fit.  I have it in a cranberry color which I really like.
Victoria's Secret Pink®, Push-up Bra with Lace





a good strapless bra is hard to find, and this is, without a doubt the BEST strapless bra I have ever worn or tried; excellent worn as a racer back as well.
Body by Victoria®, Multi-way Bra

There you have it, my personal picks.  Any one else have recommendations for great, functional bras? 

besos, bisous, mes petites cocottes, xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi! More Pour le Boudoir!

Last week's Lingerie Lundi! featured pictures of "boudoir" bedroom - in keeping with that theme I would like to share some beautiful examples of Boudoir Photography. A boudoir photoshoot often takes place before a wedding (thus many wedding photographers also shoot this style), but that is certainly not a prerequisite. Many women do these for their sweetie, or just for themselves. I think it sounds absolutely maaaarvelous!

Feather Love Photography (San Diego, CA) - ahhh abso my fave wedding photographer! yes, I have a favorite wedding photographer, no, no need to mention this to the bf, or parents, haha, check out the site, I'm sure you'll agree.

Obviously an awesome boudoir photographer as well. She shoots in such a range of styles, I love it.

And the next three are local to the SF Bay Area:

Karina Marie Diaz Boudoir Photography (San Francisco, CA) - really beautiful, sexy, indulgent shots.

Jill Doherty Photography (Berkeley, CA) - another wedding photographer whose range extends to boudoir sessions.

Sweet Tart Boudoir (San Francisco, CA) - fun, silly, cheeky (hahahilaaarious), pop-style shots.

Aaaannnndddd tons more after the jump!

Lingerie Lundi! Dans le Boudoir

This weekend while researching for my weekly Lingerie Lundi feature I came across a wonderful post at Frou Frou Fashionista, a luxury lingerie blog. The owner posted pictures of her personal "boudoir makeover", which I found totally inspiring, and wanted to share here with you:

Aren't these lovely?! Definitely click on the images above to view the high-res versions of these images, there is so much detail in each.  I have always always dreamed of a "boudoir"/dressing room/space entirely dedicated to all my pretty, girly things but so far have never really had the space.  This does inspire me, however, to clean things up a bit, and make use of what I've got.

All my love dearest readers.  And hey, don't risk missing out on my fabulous OUFI London, genuine leather clutch giveaway! You have until tonight at 8pm PST to enter. xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi! Pour le Boudoir

For a long time I've been searching for the perfect kimono-style robe for lounging around the apt. lookin' fly.  I want it to be satiny/silky, sexy, but not playboy mansion cheesey, hit above the knee, and have a beautiful, feminine, not-garish print.

This floor-length number from PlumPrettySugar's etsy shop is gorgeous

Strangely I haven't had a ton of luck.  What about you readers?  Have you come across anything that fits the bill?  Am I being a lazy fashion blogger, or would you mind helpin' a girl out with her Lingerie Lundi research? 

I hope everyone's week is starting out fabulously, and don't forget to check out my awesome Reader Giveaway, and comment to enter! xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi! Sleepin' in...

as the nights heat up more and more I want to sleep in something loose, cool, light... usually white

Kimchi Blue, Free People, Carole Hochman Designs, Staring at Stars, Carole Hochman Designs, Gap

Hanky Panky, Oscar de la Renta, Oscar de la Renta, Only Hearts, Victoria's Secret

...for links and product info, click image above

Sweet Dreams and Sweet Summa Lovin!

xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi! for the Bodacious Bowler

This weeks Lingerie Lundi comes via Freya, a British company specializing in lingerie for the fuller-busted lass:

The brand's mission is to provide cute and stylish, high-quality lingerie made specifically to perfectly fit the larger-cup sized woman.

  

  

I don't know much about the plight of the larger cup-sized girl, but rumor has it that it can be very hard to find cute bras that meet her specific needs.  Perhaps this line is an answer? They seem very dedicated to fit, come in sizes B-J (J!), and stateside are carried at Nordstrom, Neimans, and various boutiques.

Lovely Lundis mes Petites Cocottes! xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi!

Morning Dolls!

hahaha! from Toad Lillie's etsy shop.  Love how she manages to make pasties so pretty and whimsical.  and floral. Amaaaazzinggg!

Anyway, this gorgeous weather we've been having here in the Bay Area has put me in a fantastic mood.  I'm doing a lot of frolicking around the neighb, quite literally smelling the flowers.

I love flowers! I've gotten into the habit of buying them for myself/my apartment every week or so, and it is totally worth it.  It really makes me happy just to see them there in my apartment (I got some gorgeous, super tall, green and white beauties yesterday at the farmers market, and right now I'm pretty much just gazin at them.  So pretty!), and I love that I can smell them as soon as I walk in the door.

Anyway, this week's Lingerie Lundi is inspired by flowers and sun and spring and summer... and, it seems, my incredibly giddy/outta-control nerdy mood:

TopShop Underwired Summer Rose Bra

Butterflies! Yay!  pure silk Butterfly Net Set via Anthro

 

Only Hearts bralette, Princesse Tam Tam triangle bra

Floral bustier by Chloë Sevigney for Opening Ceremony

I want all of these! especially the butterflies.  While I was working on this post I was reminded of the infamous (ok well infamous/famous to me maybe... it was a lot of work!) Outerwear-as-Underwear post a couple months back.  All of the pieces, well, maybe not the pasties, but all the rest are really cute and appropriate enough, I think, to show off a bit, as "outerwear" that is, haha.

Have lovely Lundis tous mes amours! xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi!

Not always about the Linge, but the way you wear it:

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Kate Moss Forever.

I'm not sure who photographed these, or where they first appeared.  If you do please let me know!
Oh Katie, you'll never be forsaken!  

xo Caitlin

Lingerie Lundi! Etsy Edition

I was so excited by last weeks Lingerie Lundi finds via Etsy, I decided to look a bit harder, and dedicate a post to some of the most gorgeous, decadent, handmade, vintage-inspired pieces on the site. 
Some of these items are on the expensive side (and some aren't), but the cost is only a reflection of the quality materials, and the fact that those pieces are custom-made to order to your exact measurements, which is pretty awesome.

Hankerchief linen bralette and boxer with cotton lace trim, from sandmaidensleepwear.  These are so pretty.  I love the fresh, clean, white linen look.  I find these so pretty and subtly-sexy.  There were so many items I loved in this shop it was really hard to pick just one.

Vintage organdy and silk fabric strapless babydoll and matching short from Naomilingerie.  So pretty and spring/summery.

Silk tap pants/French knickers from ladyjanelingerie.  These are based on a 1930's pattern.  I love the buttons!

Eyelet babydoll and bloomers set from Intima.  I love this sort of look.  So pretty and feminine.

Georgette and silk cropped camisole and knickers from Hopeless.  I absolutely love the cut on this camisole.  This shop is full of equally cute vintage-inspired, made-to-order pieces.  Again, really hard to choose!

Icing on the Cake bra and undies from Toadlillie.  I featured peices from this shop on last weeks edition.  I absolutely love everything there.  Ruffles, bows, and such silky, soft, sumptuous materials.

I hope you enjoyed the post!  There are so many unique and amazing choices out there, I want them all! Have wonderful weeks mes amours! xo Caitlin