Luxury Lingerie Shopping

Kiki de Montparnasse, a lingerie collection that “empowers exploration of fantasy and communication of desire”, creates sophisticated undergarments that can be defined as innerwear or outerwear. Browsing through the Best Sellers selection on the company website, particularly the Amour collection, one can see why this is a fabulously, luxurious line of lingerie. Satin chiffon, French laces and exquisite details embodied in a dreamy flowing Goddess Gown, mini Maiden Slip, wrap teddy, babydoll top and bloomers.

Aside from being a luxury line of lingerie, the pieces offer unique creativity. One of those inventive pieces is the Garter Tank, an ingenious long tank top with satin garters. Another feature of the Kiki collection is the “Pin Up” line. The Sauvage includes a ruffled pin up bra with vintage inspired corset styled ruffled panty both made to resemble the lingerie the Pin Up Girls wore in earlier years.

Not only are the garments impressive, but the two flagship boutiques were created with the same emphasis to detail, luxury and quality as the lingerie. The Los Angeles, California boutique, pretentiously landscaped with gardens, speakeasy-inspired gates and a courtyard fountain, boasts three thousand square feet of space with velvet dressing rooms, fireplace and candles throughout.

And while it should be noted that some of the items are indeed of a fantasy nature, there is nothing trashy or shabby about them. On the contrary, the items are pure extravagance. Take for example the silver tipped riding crop or the feather tickler with leather wrapped handle.

Girlfriends of the bride looking for a bridal shower gift at Kiki, can expect to find a gorgeous and expensively handmade beaded blindfold in silk satin and French lace. Or maybe they prefer to give her the lavish ten foot pearl restraints which come with a price tag of $4200.

Now that is luxury!

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While researching companies who offer luxury bridal lingerie collections, I came across several incredible pieces that made my heart jump. I thought to myself, these garments are so exquisite that it would be a shame to wear them for only one occasion in a woman’s life. Indeed, the collection deserves to be illuminated.

Regaling in extravagant pieces made of dotted Swiss tulle, Leavers Lace and gold filigree, I found that the designer is Claire Pettibone, who with her husband Guy Toley launched their first designs in 1994. The creations are vintage inspired with modern design while at the same time provide elegance, indulgence and dreamy visions to the women who wear the collection.

It is difficult to choose a favourite piece in this collection as all the pieces stand out on their own as stunning beauties. But if I were forced to make a decision and choose, I love the delicate and feminine Viola line which includes a camisole, chemise, long gown, short jacket, boyshort briefs and thong. Made of sumptuous stretch lace with silk ribbon waist sash, I was enthralled to view this collection.

But the heart stopper for me, and the line that originally piqued my interest, making me wish I never had to wear outer clothes again, was the Athena. Venise lace appliqués and stretch lace in rose, white, slate, ivory and black, I have never seen undergarments so tantalizingly beautiful. The rose coloured camisole left me feeling envious of the model wearing it as I longed to own the garment. The slate chemise might double as a gorgeous cocktail dress. I can understand why the Athena is the company’s signature collection.

Although, it appears this collection may only be sold in upscale lingerie boutiques in the US (you can find these on the Claire Pettibone site using the store locator), several pieces are being sold online as well on higher end bridal sites, which ship internationally.