News Briefs

Illamasqua, my new favorite make-up line and whose tagline is: Make-up for your alter ego, is having a fundraiser for the Sophie Lancaster Foundation which was created to reinforce the message; Stamp Out Prejudice, Hatred and Intolerance Everywhere (S.O.P.H.I.E).  You can help by simply watching the film & spreading the word or buying a S.O.P.H.I.E. eyeliner or wristband with proceeds going to the foundation or make a direct donation.

Petite D+ ladies Becheeky has heard your cries and has answered with some beautiful bras from 2wenty8 with, you guessed it,  bands starting at 28″ backs.   Prices start at only $45.

I just stumbled across the most darling hosiery from U.K. site Last online. They specialize in art and design led shoes and hosiery offering quality products from independent designers (including the to die for Funn and Japan’s Antipast)  that are not stocked anywhere else, providing an alternative to run of the mill brand names.  Because of this they rarely, if ever, have sales on hosiery.  Why mention it then?  Because when I find something that’s worth paying full price for, it’s news.

Bees In My Bonnet

Lately I’ve encountered a lot of interesting opinions on lingerie, luxury lingerie in particular and it’s been as fascinating as it’s been infuriating (one post still clung to the old Color Me Beautiful chart where 75% of all women should wear only four colors of lingerie…Yikes!)  But what I’ve really been struggling with lately is the “Lingerie Attitude”.  Lingerie, like art, is so subjective that trying to decide the value based on the raw material makes no sense.  A canvas, a couple of tubes of oil paint and my puppy and you’ve got quite a mess, the same scenario with Jackson Pollack and you’ve got a masterpiece.  Designer lingerie cost money not based on the raw material but everything that goes into producing it and getting it to market.   I am not a rich woman but I will pay, gladly, for quality and the beauty of lingerie is you can buy last season (on Sale) and nobody will know, unless your S.O. is like “Oh no you didn’t! That Myla London set is so 2008″  and if that’s the case you have a problem far greater than what you are wearing.

Lingerie, for most of us, isn’t going to make you rich,  put food on the table or help the disadvantaged.  It is foolish, frivolous and self-indulgent, it’s also beautiful, fun and a wonderful treat.  So feel free to either stick to the utilitarian notion that it’s there to serve a purpose and no more (work or sex) or you can and have some indulgent fun and wear what makes you look and feel good.  The choice is yours but if you can’t see it in person make sure you know the return policy.

These are the last few days of the Journelle Semi-Annual Sale and as such they have taken additional markdowns -lots of items are 70% off, including the Wundervoll silk Kente String (shown) rrp. $110, now $33 and this coveted and very daring Bordelle satin thong with harness rrp. $126, now only $39.  You’ll also find The Lake & Stars, Araks, Damaris and so much more at 70% off!  Spend $100 or more and get Free Shipping -within the U.S. too.  Hurry stock is selling fast.

Apartment C Sale Continues

The Apartment C Sale is still going strong and it’s where you’ll find fantastic lingerie and accessories at up to 70% off (although all of the pieces I mentioned on July 23rd., -at 70% 0ff, are long gone -even I missed out on the cutest Belgian designed knickers from A.F. Vandevorst).    If you don’t want to miss anymore great deals visit Apartment C now.  (shown: Bordelle Scallop waspie/skirt/corset rrp. £195, now £137).

Current & Upcoming Membership Site Sales

Today through Sunday 1 August, U.K. membership site BrandAlley has Australian designed lingerie from top model Elle MacPherson on sale at up to 70% off, with prices starting as low as £6.

Today U.S. site Ideeli has Brazilian swimwear from Cia Maritima on sale and Modnique has lingerie from John Galliano at up to 80% off with prices starting as low as $32.  Both of these sales end in 1 day or when stock runs out whichever is first.

Also today Gilt Groupe’s Summer Sales include: Ray-bans sunglasses,  Havaianas flip-flops, beachwear from Rosa Cha, Vitamin A, Cosabella, Shoshanna, Antik Batik and more.  Plus skincare, hats, jewelry and even deals on roof top vacation spot in San Diego, California.   You will need to hurry as these sales end on or before Thursday, July 29th., 2010

Lastly, Rue La La has Cass Luxury Shapewear on sale today through Saturday, July, 31st.

If you aren’t a member of these sites and you need an invite, please feel free to drop me a line. (shown: Elle MacPherson Lingerie, may not be part of the sale).

Apartment C is having a brilliant sale with savings of up to 70% on to die for luxury lingerie, beauty products and accessories.  Most of the time when you see “up to 70% off” it’s just a handful of pieces but not here.  Most things are 70% off including the drool worthy Kiki Doyle ivory velvet cape -now only £66/$102 (rrp. £220/$340), Bebaroque bronze stud body only £50/$77, was £165/$255 and the absolutely darling high-waist knickers from A.F. Vandervorst (were £130/$200 now £39/$68).   (shown: Bordelle Waspie rrp. £195, now £137, it’s not 70% off but did you know this piece can function as a corset, waspie or a skirt? And it’s Bordelle…on sale!).

Up To 60% off @Bordelle

For those of us with tighter purse strings but have longed for a piece of Bordelle lingerie or are too conscience of our bodies to try and get away with a bandage dress, then visit the Bordelle Sale.  They have a small selection of bras,  knickers  and even the this cheeky cotton jersey beach cover (with appliquéd gold clipped suspenders and satin bows) on sale for up to 60% off.

Take an extra 20% – 25% off Clearance @Sierra Trading Post

For a limited time take an extra 20% – 25% off clearance items at Sierra Trading Post, no minimum purchase required.  This is not a glamorous site but it you want killer deals on quality comfy lingerie and lounge wear they are hard to beat.  Right now you can pick up these luxuriously soft micromodal pajamas from Calida for only $23 (rrp. $147) or Calida sleep shorts for only $3 (rrp. $33), they also carry Julianna Rae lingerie and swimwear from Speedo, Tommy Bahama, Tyr and more.

Great Coupon Deals & Knickers Exclusive

Australian site Misa is offering Knickers Readers an extra 10% off everything in stock -including sale items which are up to 70% off already, and Free Worldwide Shipping on purchases of $100 AUD or more.  Simply use promo code: KNICKERS2 at checkout now through August 21st., 2010.

If you missed the  Cheeky Beach 3 day sale fear not,  they’re offering Knickers’s readers 35% off their 2010 collection (Dubai, Fiji and New York) for the next two weeks.  Simply use promo code: KNICKERS at checkout.  Valid until Friday, August 6th. (shown: the New York Bikini rrp. £75, w/code £49)

Today only take an Extra 40% off clearance at Bare Necessities and (Free U.S. shipping, all of the time, with a purchase of $50 or more)  but you must click HERE to redeem.

Now through Tuesday, July 27th.,  take an Extra 40% off bras & panty clearance items and (Free U.S. shipping, always, no minimum purchase required) at FreshPair when you use promotion code: YAY40 at checkout.

For more deals and details including an extra 20% off sale items at Ann’G Lingerie, 25% off sale items at Nancy Meyer and £10 off your first order at Secret Sales Club click HERE to visit our Coupon Section on the right-hand side of the page.

Reminder: Great Sales Ending Soon

Just a reminder that SoL Denver’s Sidewalk Sale has started In-store and Online. I don’t know what the sale is like this year but I do know  if you visit on Saturday you’ll get an extra 20% off and Sunday it’s an extra 35% your purchase (this is true for online too!!!).   If you are lucky enough to be there in person Do Not Pay For Parking!  The SoL girls will have meter tokens and all you have to do is ask!  The hours are 10am – 6pm and they are located @ 248 Detroit St., Denver, CO 80206 (tel) 1-800-466-1356.  Please note:  Hanky Panky is excluded from additional discounts.

Faire Frou Frou has added inventory to their Summer Sale where savings are up to 75%.  Shop online or visit their boutique at 13017a Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604 (tel)818.783.4970.

These are the last 2 days of Loulou Loves You Summer Sale.  Don’t miss your chance to save 25% off everything in stock.  To redeem your discount just use coupon code: SUMMERLOVIN at checkout.  Sale ends Sunday, July 25th., 2010

Today (July, 19th.,) U.S. membership site Hautelook has Brazilian swimwear from Cia Maritima on sale and on Tuesday (July, 20th.,) they’ll have swimwear from Cosabella on sale.  Also on Tuesday you’ll find La Mystere lingerie on sale at Rue La La. Wednesday (July, 21st.,) Gilt Groupe will have lingerie from Cosabella and loungewear from C&C California on sale.  Rounding it out on Thursday, (July, 22nd.,) U.K. membership site BrandAlley will have French designed swimwear from Huit on sale.  If you aren’t a member of these sites and you need an invite, please feel free to drop me a line. (shown: Cia Maritima bikini, may not be part of the sale).

SoL Sidewalk Sale

One of my favorite sales every summer is SoL Denver’s Sidewalk Sale.  If you are lucky enough to be in Denver from Wednesday, July 21 – Sunday, July 25, don’t miss it.  For me the highlight is the knickers bonanza -bins & bins of designer pants all for under $20 each.  In the past I’ve found Ravage, Chantal Thomas, Prima Donna, LeJaby, Aubade and more and all Hanky Panky thongs are only $13.  On Saturday they take an extra 20% off your purchase and on Sunday an extra 35% off (Hanky Panky is excluded).  The staff is extremely helpful but it’s also extremely busy so if you can’t make the sale but would like to contact them please take that into consideration.  (shown: Prima Donna Deauville).

More Amazing Lingerie & Swimwear Deals

Amazon has some fantastic deal  on lingerie and swimwear from designers including Only Hearts, Brette Sandler, Huit, Cosabella and more including a Sonia Rykiel robe (rrp. $1200, now $200).  Size selection is limited but at 70% off or more, it’s worth the hunt.  (shown: Brette Sandler Bandeau Bikini (med) rrp. $158, now $40)

Small Wonder (lingerie designed for the petite lady) has permanently reduced the price of all the French lingerie from Rosy by up to 25%.  And for those of  you who received your emailed voucher don’t forget to use it to at check out and redeem your discount.

Mary Green has extended her Underpants Sale until Friday, July 23rd (not the 16th as her home page indicates).  Buy 5 or more pants in any combination and receive 25% off your purchase.  All sale purchases are final.

Online Sales

Now through Sunday, July 18th., every swimsuit in the current collection will be 30% off  and save 30% – 50% off select resort wear A Tropical Affair.  You also will not want to miss their sales page with savings of up to 80% off lingerie, lounge and swimwear (I’m seriously considering the La Perla Tankini now only $50 so if it’s gone you’ll know why).  Please note: Right now the 30% off sale isn’t showing up on the ATA site so you may need to give them a call.  The glitch has been fixed.   (shown: Vitamin A Ultraviolet Uptown Bikini rrp. $158, now $111).

Save up to 70% off during Elizabeth Hurley Summer Swimwear Sale.  Most of the discounts are between 30% – 40% off and the site’s scroll button is kind of hidden.  If you are only seeing 4 items for sale, look slightly to the left for another scroll button.

Today U.S. membership site Hautelook has swimwear from runway darling Shay Todd on sale at 60% off with prices staring as low as $39.  Gilt Groupe will have lingerie and loungewear on sale from the highly sought after designers of VPL this Saturday, July 17.  If you aren’t a member and need an invitation, please feel free to drop me a line.

Take 30% of lingerie & swimwear and 50% off nightwear during the La Perla Summer Sale and get free U.K. shipping with a purchase of £105 or more (VAT included).

For the next four days U.K.’s Cheeky Beach is offering 40% off  all of their gorgeous swimwear designed for D – J cups, from the 2009 & 2010 seasons, when you use coupon code: VIP40 at checkout.  This sale ends Monday 19th., July 2010.  *savings flag* check out ebay U.K. for the 2009′s designs (L.A., St. Tropez & Marrakech).  Size selection is slim but prices are up to 70% off and shipping is cheaper. (shown: the Marrakech Tunic retail price £95, sale price £57, on ebay £35).

In-Store Sales

In New York:  Now through the end of July save 25% – 50% off Australian designed swimwear during Zimmermann’s Summer Sale. Besides being stunning it’s also built to handle the surf (unlike most designer swimwear) so go play in the water. Zimmermann is located at: 112 Greene St., New York, NY (tel) 212-925-5405. (shown: the Corset Swimsuit rrp. $230, now $175)

In New York and Los Angeles:  Visit Coco de Mer Annual Sale this weekend only from July 16th – 19th. Save up to 50% off lingerie from Stella McCartney, Lascivious, Bordelle and more. For those of us not in L.A. or N.Y.C.,  stop by CdM’s online sale section.

In Chicago:  Join Isabella Fine Lingerie this weekend for the Annual Armitage Sidewalk Sale, July 17th. & 18th., where you’ll find discounts of up to 60% off lingerie from Prima Donna, Cosabella,Honeydew and more.

Lots and lots of designer lingerie on sale

During Kiki de Montparnasse Summer Sale you can save up to 70% off  stunning designer lingerie like this silk charmeuse wrap teddy (rrp. $295, now $98).

Save up to 65% off beautiful silk lingerie from Australia’s  Julianne Boutique, plus if you use promotion code: VIP10 you’ll get an extra 10% off.  If you aren’t a VIP and you sign-up (it’s free) you’ll get a $40 gift card to use at Julianne Boutique.com right away.  First time customers can pick up the beautiful Lola Chemise (rrp. AU $159, sale price $89, 1st timers $49).

Journelle famous Semi-Annual Sale has begun and goes through Monday, July, 26. Save between 30% – 70% off beautiful designer lingerie from all over the world.  They are also offering Free Shipping -within the U.S. on all orders over $100.  (shown: Wundervoll Cassava Pants -rrp. $160, now $112)

Agent Provocateur Summer Sale final reductions now save you up to 75% off boudoir confections like the Allie Bikini or the Bomb Playsuit (nsfw) rrp. $290, now $100.  Lots of stock remaining but size selection is limited.

More Lingerie Bargain Goodness

U.K. membership site BrandAlley has Charnos Lingerie on sale now through Sunday 18th., July at up to 65% off and prices starting as low as £5.

Figleaves U.S and Figleaves U.K. have taken further markdowns -now up to 70% off.  There is a lot of stock remaining but the sale is only for a limited time

Looking for more modest swimwear?  Right now take 25% off Hapari Swimwear when you use coupon code: Summer25 at checkout.  Hurry this code is valid only until Friday, July 16th., 2010.

Take an extra 30% off sexy sale items at Bella Bella Boutique when you use coupon code: SS in the gift message box at checkout.  The discount will be processed manually and the code is only good for a limited time so you may want to call and verify that it’s still valid before placing your order.

Ann’G Designer Lingerie boutique is taking an extra 15% off sale items when you use promotion code: SOLDES at checkout.  This discount is valid through Tuesday, August 3rd., 2010

For a very limited time take an extra 25% off sale prices  at Neiman Marcus.  Right now they have several pieces of Marlies Dekkers lingerie on sale along with Chantelle, Hanro and so much more (16 pages more) (shown: M|D Cold Cream Bra & Knickers rrp. $225, now only $113)

Bare Necessities 4th of July Sale

Save 30% off swimwear for women and men, up to 50% off clearance and savings of at least 30% off select bras during the Bare Necessities 4th., of July Sale.  They are also offering free U.S. shipping on all orders of $50 or more.  This sale ends Monday, July 5th., 2010.  (shown: Spanx Shore Thing Swimsuit rrp. $198 now $139)

Koodos Lingerie Sale -Prices starting at £3

Right now shop Koodos amazing Lingerie Sale with discounts of up to 90% off .  The very best deals are on past season lingerie from Myla London (bras are all £8 -rrp. £89 -£109).  Odille and Irresistible Lingerie starting at £3, plus you’ll find nice savings on sexy panties and naughty knickers, Camilla Norrback and Eco Boudoir. (shown: sexy panties and naughty knickers Pussycat Nighty (S/M/L available) rrp. £78 now, £25)

Anne ‘G Lingerie Sale

Starting today and going through Tuesday, August 3rd., save 50% to 70% off at French online boutique Anne ”G Lingerie.  You’ll find top designers including Ravage, Lise Charmel, Simone Perele, Aubade and more.   As mentioned this is a French site but you can choose between seeing it in French or English and please note, size selection is extremely limited.  (shown: Ravage Chatelaine Bra rrp. 142€, now only 43€)

Pret a Portobello Summer Sale

During Pret a Portobello Summer Sale save up to 50% off the gorgeous frilly lingerie from Miss Crofton for yourself or if you’re feeling generous it would make a lovely little gift! 100% girlie luxury, 100% handmade with love and 100% cotton lingerie.

Lotus London Sample Sale

If you are in London this weekend don’t miss the darling Lotus London Sample Sale.  It’s goes from 1st – 3rd of July at their boutique on 11 Pont Street, London SW1X 9EH.  The hours are 8:00am – 6:30 pm on Thursday and 10:00am – 6:30pm on Friday and Saturday.  If you have further questions or would like to RSVP their telephone number is +44 207 235 3550 (they also plan a website relaunch in mid-July).  Shown: Lotus London kaftan.

Further Markdowns

Stop by these current sales to view their latest round of markdowns.

Faire Frou Frou just took further markdown during their Super Summer Sale where you will save between 30% -75% off some of the loveliest lingerie imaginable.  (shown: Miss La La Presents Chocolate Box bra & knickers rrp $94/$84, now $66/$59)

ASOS Outlet Sale latest markdowns have increase discounts up to 85% on designer lingerie and swimwear from Cosabella, Karen Millan, Seafolly, Dolce & Gabbana, Just Cavalli, Pleasure State and more.  They also offer free U.K. shipping and cheap ($6) U.S. shipping.

BeCheeky has added more lingerie and swimwear to their Summer Sale where savings are up to 70% off already affordable gorgeous lingerie, from designers including Jolidon, Frankly Darling, Seafolly and more.