Secrets From Your Sister

From Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, 1600:

JULIET:
‘Tis but thy name that is my enemy;
Thou art thyself, though not a Montague.
What’s Montague? it is nor hand, nor foot,
Nor arm, nor face, nor any other part
Belonging to a man. O, be some other name!
What’s in a name? that which we call a rose
By any other name would smell as sweet;

A lovely sentiment from Shakespeare, indeed. However when it comes to staff favourite Lily Rose by Empreinte, we aren’t sure any other name would do. This is truly one of the most loved bras we’ve ever carried! We are thrilled to have received two new colours in Lily Rose. Many of our fitters and customers swear by this gorgeous style, and the new colours are to die for! (but only if in dramatic Romeo & Juliet fashion!) A feminine detail here, a contrasting colour there, this set is unique and distinctive. Best of all it is a fabulous fit that you will want to wear every day.

Pictured above, this lovely style reminds us of Dutch China or a Toile pattern in colour and design. We have it at our Bloor Street location in sizes D-G 32-38. There is also a matching Shorty!

Pictured below, in Chantilly (Ivory), Empreinte’s Lily Rose is a pretty, easy-to-wear everyday colour.

Chantilly, which is cream with a touch of pink, is available at both stores and is available for order as well, which means it will be a basic style for us! We are so happy to add this to our lineup of everyday staples, because it is so pretty and the quality is magnificent! Juliet would be lucky to wear something so pure and pretty. Romeo would be pleased as well…

Oh, Juliet, won’t you take a trip down memory lane with us….?

We are pleased to introduce a lovely new brand to the store. Two Figs is from San Francisco and is made for busty gals who want sleepwear that is sexy, functional and luxurious. So many busty ladies have been telling us they want something sexy to wear that gives them some support but doesn’t have wires. Something to lounge in that makes them feel great, but also supports them and is flattering. This is that something. You will be in love!

Designed to fit D-G cups in a variety of bandwidths, Two Figs sizing runs as 1, 2, 3, 4.

1= 30/32 band, 2=34, 3=36, 4=38. In testing we have found the sizes fit approximately one band small, so we suggest going up one size from your regular fit. The halter style has more flexibility in sizing.

Pictured at the top of the post is the triangle chemise. We also have the triangle gown (below) and these are also coming very soon in ivory.

In the halter style we have the gown and chemise in black and navy blue.

The halter styles have a very sexy back, as the tie support is placed at just the right spot to both offer support and reveal a lot of your back as well!

Staff have been testing these delicious items out and they are fast becoming fitters favourites!

These are the actual comments staff made, when reviewing the items. It should be noted that our staff is picky and specific in their needs, as they have seen many brands of lingerie and aren’t slow to share any disappointments they might have with new brands. This is not the case with Two Figs…..

“The fabric feels really nice. A bit of sheen. This is a glamourous house gown.”

“The lace detailing around the waist is lovely!”

“Perfect for stylish weekend lounging!”

“Wow, I look smoking hot in this. And it is so comfortable!”

“The cut of the chemise is lovely. Very flattering and very figure skimming.”

“There are not a lot of sleepwear options for busty women. I’m so happy I have one!”

“My bust feels supported and slightly lifted.”

“I love this garment and would recommend it.”

“I need to go on a vacation to a ski resort so I can wear this in front of a fire place.”

“It’s pretty sexy, but very functional too.”

“I love that I can wear the straps straight or cris-crossed” (refers to triangle style)

But don’t listen to just our opinions!

Positive review and comments on The Lingerie Journal

The Lingerie Addict is “in love”.

Hourglassy calls Two Figs designer Deb Figge her “new best friend.”

The Lingerie Briefs Blog calls the fit concept “intriguing” and is “personally convinced” after having tried the product herself.

We feel very confident that you will really enjoy this new brand. You will love the sultry black, classy blue and flattering ivory tones. It is an easy to buy item perfect for the holidays, both as a gift for yourself or someone else.  If you try out a Two Figs chemise or gown, be sure to let us know how you feel wearing it.

We hope to see you soon, xo sfys

Marie Jo L’Aventure has introduced a new line in partnership with Véronique Branquinho. Véronique is a  Belgian-born fashion designer who studied at the Flanders institute in Antwerp.  She has designed fashion and shoes (notably for Camper) and now has turned her attention to lingerie.

Véronique found inspiration for this line in the artwork of the old masters, as she explains -

“When I see those women, all these Eves and Venuses, I think they look so beautiful, but I also think they really look like women of today, even if they were painted in the 16th century. We are the same women. That’s what all my inspiration is about: the universal woman of all time. Time changes but the woman looks the same. That was the starting point. Then I began to paint lingerie on this Old Master’s work, to show that the shapes are timeless”

From this collection we have received the plunge (pictured above) in Onyx and Emerald colours, sizes D-E 32-38, as well as the brief in sizes SM-LG, the deep brief in MD-LG as well as the lovely waist cincher (pictured at the top of this post on the centre model) in MD (Emerald Only).

Already fitters favourites, this set is smooth and an easy fit. We love the deep emerald colour, it is classic yet unusual, flattering on many and fun to show off.

Read more about this partnership with full details in the Marie Jo L’Adventure Press Room.

Take a look at this short film of the Marie Jo L’Adventure Winter 2011 collection.

We have also received in a new colour of Elomi Cleo. Introduced in Charcoal for Winter 2011, the style has blueberry details.

Available in two styles, the bandless style pictured above comes in the range 34-38 GG-H while the Cleo Side Support style is in 38-42 G, 36-44 GG-H. We have the brief in sizes L-3XL.

Abstraction-White Rose, Georgia O'Keeffe

Perhaps inspired by a charcoal drawings by Georgia O’Keeffe, this set inspires a cozy fashion palette of cool greys, blues and berry tones  that perfectly pair with denim.

Click here to see where to buy all items in the Elomi Cleo in Charcoal set, bra available at secrets, of course!