KissKill Lingerie at CurveNY

One of the brands we enjoyed meeting in person at CurveNY last month was KissKill Lingerie. The Australian brand’s debut collection, License to Kill, features bras, sexy panties, slips and robes in nude, black hues and rose gold hardware in eight ranges: Ruby, Sophie, Tilly, Bond, Cassie, Sylvia, Solitaire and Lana. “License to kill creates alluring, charming and beautiful pieces enticing customers wanting something captivating and glamorous,” said the brand’s designer and founder, Jane Carrodus.

At CurveNY, Jane also showcased the collections offering of accessories — sleepmasks and adorable lace bunny ears (which she was proudly wearing at Jacob Javits). KissKill also includes Sleepwear.The brand’s name, KissKill embodies two concepts: Kiss represents the feminine side of a woman’s personality and sexuality and embracing the soft side of being a woman. Kill references the allure of a woman – the strong, independent and dominant side.

“She has a killer instinct she uses to empower herself and create an air of mystery to her personality. She wants to be loved but also desired as a sexual being. She is comfortable with her sexuality and who she is behind closed doors,” said Jane. “Kill represents her use of sexuality to conjure an emotion leading to ultimately, killer sex appeal.”

Salon de la Lingerie Highlights – AW14/15

Back in January I visited the Salon de la Lingerie (one of the biggest lingerie trade shows) in Paris. It’s held twice a year and hundreds of brands exhibit there from all over the world. My absolute favourite part of the show is seeing the collections of the huge variety of Indie designers – this is where lingerie design gets most creative and takes the most risks. Without further ado, here are my highlights of next season’s lingerie from the Salon.

Almeida’s style seems to be very bold and overtly sexy – this season uses glossy patent leathers and feathered accessories, along with provocative cuts such as quarter cup bras and the unusual longline underbust corset. However, amidst the more S&M styled pieces it was the soft silk chiffon designs that caught my eye – I love the sleeve detail on the soft bra above and the soft diaphanous colouration.

Beautiful Bottoms have some truly stunning silk pieces for next season – ‘Graphic Galaxy’ is probably my favourite collection of theirs today, and I love how bold and psychedelic the prints have become, whilst the relaxed and simple silhouettes allow the prints to speak for themselves. I’m particularly in love with the ‘Ethereal Echo’ set, shown in the vest top above – it’s such a dreamy colourway and I adore the organic painterly feel to the print itself.

Betty Blue’s Loungerie has been on my radar for a while, but I’d only ever seen the designs online. I’m so glad I’ve had the chance to see the products in person – the fleece robes are genuinely the most gratifyingly snuggly pieces of loungewear I have encountered in my entire life. I’m also in love with the new silk ‘Nell’ pieces in a striking ‘Heather’ colourway. Betty is also launching ‘Betty Bridal’, releasing several of the existing ‘Nell’ designs in ivory. My particular favourite is the bodysuit – that plunge neckline and the strap detailing are just divine.

Pompadour Lingerie’s Golden Decadenc

Pompadour Couture Lingerie launched its newest collection of vintage garters and silk lingerie called “Golden Decadence”. The new range uses golden embroidered laces, chantilly lace, soft silk satins in ivory and vintage blue with gold toned vintage brooches.

“In this collection we wanted to offer designs that were decadent for Brides and also pieces that any woman would want to wear for every other special occasion”, explained company founder and head designer Georgia Feeley.  Each piece is named after powerful women in history from Queens to Pharaohs. The brand’s full collection is available on their website with our stockists showing the collection in the new year.

Lingerie Vault Launched by Renee Mayne

Renowned as Australia’s number one bra critic and lingerie business mentor, Renee Mayne, sexy lingerie fitter and founder of Bra Queen, has pledged to put the “sexy” back into fading lingerie businesses. Mayne recently launched an online entrepreneurial membership program known as the Lingerie Vault, which she intends to unite the lingerie industry worldwide and create more variety and diversity in the industry. Its main aim is to teach lingerie professionals the secrets of making their businesses more profitable.

The program is geared especially towards small and independent brands and labels which can be obscured by multiple retailers in the market. According to Mayne, on the surface, the industry appears exciting, glamorous and with an insatiable turnover but she states that, “the truth is it is dominated by only a select few. We want to help brands and retailers connect, gain exposure and help make them money.”Mayne brings eighteen years of business experience to the table to create a business boosting platform in line with her passion and dedication to see the growth and diversification of the lingerie industry. The “Bra Queen” sites lows margins, fluctuating demand, cash flow problems, costly marketing strategies and stagnant stock turnover as some of the major issues that have plague independent lingerie businesses and these combined have caused companies to realize diminished returns.

But Mayne believes that things are turning around. “This is the new economy and things have changed”, she says. She believes that a strong business model and the right guidance, such as that provided by the Lingerie Vault, can inject profit and enjoyment back into businesses that need a helping hand. “Business doesn’t have to be tough; it’s not about the big milestones. It’s about enjoying every step along the way,” she says. “We’re never alone because we are all connected and we can use that in our favour to make a real difference.” The Lingerie Vault program promises to provide the ambitious lingerie entrepreneur with affordably priced access to information.

Nikol Djumon Lingerie

As we get closer to Curve New York and Curve Las Vegas, we’re showcasing a few of the exhibiting brands for our retail readers. Today, we’re looking at the European brand, Nikol Djumon making its debut at CurveNY (booth #112) next month via the brand’s US distributor, Valens Capital Group. Based in Latvia, the brand was started by Nikolai and Natalia Biryukova in 2004. The brand’s name is an combination of the owners first name and a family legend: Madame Dumont, an ancestor of the owners, lived in 18th-century France as a talented milliner and created handmade underwear for fashion conscious clients. Afterwards, she became a European fabric supplier to Latvian sexy lingerie manufacturers for three generations.

She spent much of her life in Paris where she gained her credibility and fashion experience. Her experience and history ultimately inspired the family to launch their first lingerie line in 2004 and continue to influence the brand.Nikol Djumon comes in a variety of fashion-forward ranges in a wide spectrum of sizes — from 70A to 95H. A large part of the brand’s success over the years is based on the brand’s varied fashion collections, emphasis on fit and high-end construction and fabrics.All of Nikol Djumon’s products are created and manufactured in the ancient city of Liepaja, located on the coast of the Baltic Sea in Latvia, with a magnificent white sand sea-side and a soft temperate climate.

In regards to fit, Natalia says, “the fit of Nikol Djumon lingerie meets all the characteristics of the human body and sewing is performed using high-precision technology and advanced equipment. Nikol Djumon lingerie helps to restore balance in women silhouettes and, at the same time, gives a sense of free movement while restoring the beauty and balance of women shapes.”

Plus Size Model Ashley Graham Collaborates With Retailer For Lingerie Collection

Last month we announced that plus size brand Addition Elle was partnering with plus size model Ashley Graham to launch a plus size lingerie collection. The 14 piece collection features bras, panties and sexy chemises with a vintage feel in a beautiful palette of blush and black. Sizing starts at 36DD to 44 DD and the pricing ranges from $28.00 to $90.00.

When Ashley thought about the type of collection she wanted to create, she used her experiences as a plus size model to her advantage.

I love hearing about these types of collaborations and it’s always refreshing to find out that the model and/or celebrity involved took a hands on approach.Ashley Graham is impressed with the direction that Addition Elle is going and that’s one of the many reasons she collaborated with the Canada based brand. The feelings are mutual.

The collection isn't available until November 1st but Addition Elle isn't wasting any time in getting the conversation with plus size consumers started. Addition Elle is hosting a live bra fit chat on Facebook today. Click HERE for details.

Dita von Teese Von Follies 2013 Lingerie Collection

ita von Teese Von Follies lingerie line that was lainched in 2012 still remains the hottest one in this fashion industry. The line brought into the limelight the sexiest lingerie pieces for ladies who appreciate lingerie as being important part in woman’s outift.

New Von Follies 2013 edition that was launched recently completed already popular line with fantastic pieces. Again, vintage and retro allure is the main detail in Dita von Teese sexy lingerie and if you are the lover of pin up lingerie you will simply fall in love with this collection. Just like all previous lines Von Follies 2013 collection featuring herself perfectly completed the line. If you are aware of her previous lingerie editions you will find many common details in new styles like belts and all the luxurious lace.

What can make woman look more sexy and magnetic than pinup lingerie that reveals all the beautiful curves of body? If you want to conquer his heart, you just ought to have a pair of similar lingerie pieces in your wardrobe.What about color palette of Von Follies 2013? Black lingerie is must in your lingerie collection as black lingerie is the most seductive ( at least, men think so). Besides of black pieces, the line includes bright colors like red, pink, white with black and many other pieces with lace and sheer fabrics.

Dita von Teese Von Follies 2013 lingerie collection is already available online and in several stores so do not waste your time and hurry up to become the owner of  luxurious lingerie.