Winter Wonderland

Christies

Tomorrow is the first day of Winter and I'm not excited in any way... Winter wonderland isn't exactly the term I should be using here in Melbourne. It becomes more like Winter Drearyland. Rain, icy breeze and a sea of black coats. I am not looking forward to it. However I have gathered a collection of lingerie photos that make me think Winter doesn't look too bad. Somehow, photographed, it makes the cold seem a little more appealing. Picture a ski lodge with a roaring fire place, a glass of red wine and some beautiful lingerie. This is the Winter I would like to have, not what I'm currently living. Pumping up the heat in my house so I don't have to wear a fluffy dressing gown to keep warm every night. I still want to wear my chemises to bed during these three months, but unfortunately my electricity bill disagrees with me.

Christies did a gorgeous photo shoot for their Winter range this year. Stock is available at the im boutiques around Australia. I will tell you more about this store later as they are the ones who got me addicted to proper designer lingerie...

www.imboutique.com.au

 The whole theme revolved around a wooden cabin in the snow. Gorgeous don't you think?

Here are a collection of Winter appropriate shots I have gathered over the past few months. From heavy weight fabrics to cold weather inspired photo shoots done by brands and magazines.

Eres

Hopeless

Knitted bodysuit. Awesome!

Galliano

And my most Wintery lingerie! Yes it's a little silly and frivolous but I think it's cute and only cost $10 for the set on sale while in Japan. Now I just need to get myself to a chalet in the snowfields and I'm outfit ready!

Aimer Feel

Did those photos inspire you to dress up a little more even though the weather is so dreary? It certainly did for me!

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1st birthday celebrations in lingerie

On Saturday I had to attend my first ever 1st birthday party. I don't know many 'babies' so this was a first for me. I didn't know what to expect. Would I be allowed to have a drink? Would I be able to hold a conversation that consists solely of "Oh so cute" and "Yeah I want one but I don't think my boyfriend is ready for that yet."  And would I get cake?? Well my worries were all for nothing! The champagne was flowing freely, the gasps of "Oh that's cute, I want it" were coming out of my mouth and of those around me and yes there was cake! I was at Belle Chasse's first Birthday Party.

Belle Chasse is a boutique style lingerie store located at 1052 High St Armadale in Melbourne. The store has a lovely atmosphere and is set up like an adults candy store. With lingerie hung in boxes by series and style with minimal amounts on display. It's neat, it's fresh, it's fun.

But this store isn't just about lingerie... Out the back they also have a selection of toys, books and other fun little things. It is set up in a subtle classy way making things that are a little taboo easy to view and consider.

 Belle Chasse started off selling their own label as well as a few top European labels like Lou, Made by Niki and Marlies Dekkers. The stores own brand however took over due to their lower price point and is the main stock they display and sell now. The style may not be everyone's taste but the market is aimed at the 25-35 year old woman. Someone who is looking for something sexy, different and with a little more of a European feel.

I had an interesting talk to the founder of the store, Donna Guest who also started the Blue Illusion stores in Australia. She had found a huge lack in the industry for lingerie for the young discerning woman. Someone who wanted to dress up but didnt want to be shopping at Myer or David Jones purchasing only main stream brands. She has years of experience in the retail industry and was fascinating to talk to. She collaborated with designer Jane Carrodus who had been working as product manager for Peter Alexander. Jane started designing the French inspired Belle Chasse range for the store. They have a high product turn over, and unlike other lingerie labels, they don't just design in seasons. New stock is released all the time. So the aim is to have you popping in regularly to see what is new on offer.

Belle Chasse lingerie is produced in China with high quality control, just like most labels. The price point is mid (sometimes high depending on the product and fabric used.) It's simple, classic, yet still sexy. They plan on expanding their stores and the Belle Chasse brand very soon. So keep an eye on this new label.

Check out the store for yourself or shop online here

www.bellechasse.com.au


Here are some photos from the night. Models, guests, lingerie and goodies bag.

 

Goodies bag

 Have you been to Belle Chasse yet?

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Street (Lingerie) Style: Autumn shoot

Pleasure State White Label 'Helix' Baby Doll

 
On the weekend I took a walk around my area and painted the town in lingerie! I had recently purchased myself a Canon 550d SLR and I wanted to play around with it more. I haven't used an SLR since cameras had film in them and you paid $9.80 for printing a 24 film roll! So it was an experience learning all the settings on a digital camera. I am getting there I think, but it will take a little more practice to get my skills back up again.

This is my version of lingerie on the streets. Quite literally! On a tree, on a hedge, on a car, on a sign.... Whatever I found that looked interesting in colour and contrast. Since I can't do a blog style, stop someone on the street who looks good to ask for their photo, I created my own version of 'Street Lingerie Style'

Their version

DimitySo 'Rose Beat' Cami

Their version

My handmade chemise. I loved the lace as it reminded me of Autumn leaves.

 

Photo by Vicki Kostovski

Elle Macpherson Boudoir

Chemise version

La Perla Black Label 'Donne' feather bra

'Donne' Corset

No idea what brand this even is! I cut off the tags.

Christies 'Ventaglio' bodysuit

I would love to do some more street style shots, weather permitting! It was so hard to put my beautiful lingerie onto drains and wrecked cars without anything underneath them! But what do you think of the result?

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