Retro Lingerie

Everything has gone retro these days, and people are really loving it! Dress yourself from head to toe with so many looks from Greta Garbo through to Patti Smith depending on how daring your style is! You can even do 80's with shoulder pads and leggings, although we suspect that the ones embracing this can't remember the horror of the clothes the first time around! And now it seems that not even lingerie is safe from the retro invasion. Lingerie sets have a distinctly old fashioned glamour and appearance but thank god not feel, we don't want you squeezing yourself into a girdle with a bullet bra on, there is a reason why these models improved over time!

When we say retro we mean a bra that has all the Hollywood charm of the 1940's and 50's but employs all of the modern technology that has been meticulously changed and enhanced over the last century. This took the bra from just a couple of handkerchiefs sewn together to a snug sensible and chic garment. Companies like Lejaby and Aubade have started making some brilliant retro styled bras that are fun and flirty, perfect for the modern woman.

Lejaby have taken influence from the fantastically cool and beautiful Josephine Baker, creating sexy bras and even a waspie to create a feminine curvy shape. The new lingerie sets have several different styles of pants to match the bra so you can create the look you want. Unlike the women of the 40's and 50's you can go as big or as small as you dare!

Review of Prima Donna Spring Summer Collection 2010

After the rich reds and purples that dominate the autumn winter collections of all the major designers it's interesting to see the development for the spring summer. Spring summer is always a much more challenging season to design for as so many of us stick to our smooth cups in nudes and white to wear under those strappy tops and white T shirts.

However spring summer isn't really an accurate description as the first deliveries arrive on our doorstep in January with a little final flourish of opulence in time for Valentine's day and the dying winter days. Prima Donna has produced the stunning Babel for this time of year and made it available in a seductive black with deep navy detailing and a pretty peach colour to give the story an extended life as the days begin to get longer. The Babel has a delicate cobweb design which is reminiscent of the Marie Jo Evita which was so popular a few years ago. The story is the only one for this season that has a suspender belt as part of the range. It also has a very glamorous basque with suspenders and detachable shoulder straps. The other ornate story that has a black collection is the Constantinople. This will be undoubtedly be hugely popular especially in the natural colouring. It is a natural successor to favourites such as the Ginza, Champs Elysees and Samui.

The range of simple elegant lingerie for the summer has been extended, as well as a re-colouring of the Menton in a stunning navy blue, Prima Donna has introduced a new continuity story called Perle. Perle takes popular shapes and has introduced them in larger sizes. At last there is a plunge style available in a G cup. The Perle has smooth cups with gentle padding in a full cup, plunge and strapless. There are a wide range of briefs also available, so whether you are a shorts or brief lover there is something to you. It is also the first time control briefs have been included in a continuity collection. Plums Lingerie hasn't had their delivery of these yet so it will be interesting to see how much suck in power they really have. It will have to be substantial to compete with the Miracle Suit range.

If you want to have something a little more decadent to add to your lingerie drawer both the Kensington and Edoras have been re-coloured for the summer. Both these stories have been sell outs and the hot pink Kensington adds a bit of heat to the pretty muted pastels while the aqua blue Edoras has a cool elegance. Blue bras seem to be a tricky sell in comparison to the sure fire purples and pinks so it is interesting that Prima Donna has introduce a sky blue in the Alexandrie story.

There no doubt that the Alexandrie is stunningly pretty and the embellished straps are perfect for a subtle little flash under a strappy top. I would expect that white will be the clear winner in the summer followed by the blue. As the delivery date for this collection is in February Plums Lingerie has opted for the blue to add a flash of freshness to the drawers. It can be easy to stick with white in summer but where's the fun in that?

This collection is muted in comparison to the strong colours from the Autumn Winter but the contrast will be refreshing to the loyal Prima Donna customer and the whole seasons collection is very commercial. There isn't one range that I don't think would not be taken up. It appears that some of the riskier colourings have found their home in the new Prima Donna Twist range. It is really refreshing to see the new Prima Donna collections arrive. It means the longest darkest days of winter are behind us and the summer is on it's way.

Chantelle Chantilly Bras - Look Lovely From Every Angle

Just outside Paris lies the city of Chantilly, famed as the origin of the lace that bears its name. In reality, much of it was originally produced in Bayeux, France and Geraardsbergen, now in Belgium. That fame was well earned, not least because of the intricate design of this special material. Still, never mind the history lesson.

Chantelle has incorporated that distinctive design in a new line of bras. Come and see the Chantelle Chantilly bras collection. The floral pattern creates a lovely look in lingerie, so you get a piece that creates the best possible you.

You can see that clearly in the Chantelle Chantilly Demi Cup Bra. A "demi" is a low-cut design that enhances cleavage. This sexy, sophisticated model shows just how that works out in your case. A close look reveals that unique floral pattern created in sheer lace. A close look at you wearing it reveals something that can be described in one word: gorgeous.

That look is enhanced by ultra thin straps that are still comfortable and provide ample support. Yet, they practically disappear to provide lovely lines near the shoulders. Edged with lace trim, they preserve the Chantilly theme well. The pattern continues onto the band to ensure you look lovely from every angle. Then, turn it around to see the central bow at the gore in front, adding a lovely finishing touch.

The Chantelle Chantilly Half Cup Bra is similar to a demi. In either black or fuchsia you get a bra that creates a sexy look - one more mysterious, the other lighthearted. Either way, you look your sexy best. And, thanks to a blend of 43% Polyester, 30% Polyamide, 23% Polyurethane, and 4% Elastane you feel your most comfortable wearing it. Fine French lingerie never before enjoyed such a perfect combination.

Zoom in further to see how this sheer lace design offers a chic look that is unparalleled. Vertical banding along the cups and an underwire give you incredible support to go along with that divine style.

Everyone loves variety, so Chantelle created a variation with the Chantelle Chantilly Padded Half Cup Bra model. You get the utmost in comfort and a design that never skimps on style. This model offers padding to add fullness and shape you, while retaining that divine half cup style.

Available in sophisticated black, it looks equally sexy in white. Look angelic and devilish at the same time, thanks to solid-material cups that give you full coverage. Adjustable satin straps feature elegant trim and the Chantilly lace band continues the design of a piece of lingerie that is perfect for any special occasion.

Buying Bras and Lingerie Online

Not that long ago it was necessary for a lot of women to basically settle for what they could get in their nearby department store or specialty shop when it came to purchasing bras. This often meant not being able to uncover what they essentially wanted, and more importantly having to make do with a bra that was inadequately fitted. These days though it's different for the modern day woman, settling for a less than perfect fit or an less attractive bra should be a thing of the past, thanks to the range and choice of on-line bra sites, not to mention the actual ease of placing your order from the convenience of their own home!.

Definitely one of the most significant advantages of purchasing your bras online is the fact that you have a much wider range to choose from than you usually would in a conventional shop. You are able to discover all types of distinct designs, including those that fasten in the front or the back, and those with all different strap arrangements, like strapless, halter neck, t-back, and quite a few more. You're likewise more likely to discover your perfect sizing which is really essential if you are to obtain the support you need for your chest. This is especially true for those that wear one of the more uncommon sizings because retail stores do not tend to stock too many alternatives for people who wear smaller or larger size bras.

An additional benefit of buying bras online is the simple fact that you don't need to be concerned about going from store to store, you'll be able to do this from the comfort of your own home. Do not be concerned with regards to what you purchase not fitting, you are able to always return it to obtain a different size, or to obtain a different product or a reimbursement if this occurs. Most on-line merchants of clothing have generous return policies.

Furthermore, when you look for your bras on the web you can compare the prices of the many online stores very easily to find the one who has the product you want at the cheapest price. These prices are frequently a great deal cheaper than what you would find in a retail shop because online shops do not have as much expense and tend to have sales and lower prices owing to this and the fact that there is so much competition in the bras and things market.

If you require a bra of a specific size that is not normally stocked in the major retail stores, or you're in search of a bra for a special occasion, you are well advised to take a good look on the web before you expend hours of fruitlessly searching offline!