A look at Simone Perele Fall 2008....

Lingerie Show Report: Simone Perele Fall 2008.

Here's a look at the Simone Perele Lingerie Fall Collection 2008 (For your eyes only). Which collection (Stiletto, Avant Premiere, Paradis, Palace, Backstage, Dress Code) do you prefer? I know it's a tough choice because everything look fantastic.

Don't you love the theme?.. very hollywoodesque! You are invited to the "Avant Premiere" (translation from French: "movie preview"). There will be a "dress code" to attend i.e you will need to wear you sexy "Stiletto". You will have a chance to go "Backstage" to meet and mingle with the actors and then meet us for the after hour party at the"Palace". Wow...great program!

Back to some serious questions: We love the new Simone Perele lingerie Fall 2008 collection....but we can't buy it all! So which one do you want to see at Coup de Foudre this Fall?

Drop us an email or leave a comment on our blog.

Front Row at Lingerie Fashion Week- New York

We are heading out to Lingerie Americas in New York on Saturday night until Monday. (Please note that the store will be closed on Monday). We are excited to see the Fall 2008 lingerie collection from Chantelle, Aubade, Huit, Simone Perele, Barbara, Ravage, just to name a few and see the new and latest lingerie trends for the Fall.

We will give you a front row look at this Fall lingerie collections, highlights from various lingerie designers and insider scoop on what is going on . We will break down our report into lingerie trends and "must- haves" and organize it into a single cohesive post. That might be a challenge! Yes, we must admit that after spending 2 hectic days at Lingerie Americas we have problems remembering what we have seen! That's why we take lots of notes (color, type of lace, cut, style, fit on model, wearability, price, etc...) for every lingerie collections that we see.

This year, we are inviting our customers and blog readers to select what we should carry for this Fall. We will post pictures of the Fall Lingerie collections and invite you to vote on your favorites. You will have a short window of opportunity to vote because our fall orders need to be submitted A.S.A.P. Hopefully you are up for a lingerie fashion challenge!

Valentine's Day Statistics at Coup de Foudre Lingerie

As most of you know, we are located in the business district in downtown Washington, DC (4 blocks from the white house) so we get a fair share of men buying lingerie for Valentine's day. But when do men shop for Valentine's day? Here are some recent statistics based on a recent Valentine's poll conducted at the store, personal observations and store traffic:


- 20% of Men buy gift on V-Day

- 35% of Men buy gift the day before V-Day

- 30% of Men buy gift the week before V- Day

-10% of Men buy gift the week + before V-Day

- 5% don't know.

This year, we even expect more last minute shopping because of the DC primary happening on Tuesday, February 12th. Hard to vote and buy your Valentine's gift on the same day!

The good news is that you still have 3 more days to buy your gift! So tell us, are you done with your Valentine's day shopping or you are waiting till the last minute this year?

Valentine's Day Lingerie Gift ideas from Washington Life Magazine

Coup de Foudre Lingerie is featured in the Washington Life Magazine (February Edition) with the Chantelle Caprice Collection from the Spring 2008 Collection.



This Chantelle lingerie set features exquisite details of hand gathered tulle and embroidered flower motif on a sexy sheer tulle. It's truly a high fashion and ultra feminine collection in leaver lace.



It's a must have for this Spring. Put it on your Valentine's wish list!



Happy Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Day Gift ideas from the Washington Post Express

Did you read the Style section of the Washington Post Express this morning on your way to work?

Did you:

a) Almost Miss your metro stop because you were focus on reading the tips and ideas of what to get this Valentine's day? Not to mention the guy who was reading over your shoulder....

b) Cry? (You are so not looking forward to Valentine's day because you don't have a boyfriend or a girlfriend with whom to celebrate). Ok... you still have 13 days to find the love of your life... May be it's time to sign up for eharmony.com! or attend the Cake Bar's You Are Loved Valentine's Event at K street Lounge on Feb 8th.

c) Laugh?(You are waiting for a diamond ring this Valentine's day..... forget about French lingerie from "koo de fudr")

d) Say? (WHAT!...it's already Valentine's Day!)



e) Tear the article and save it in your archive folder. You will retrieve it later when you are ready to do some serious Valentine's Day shopping (usually a day before V-day).



Well, if you missed the Washington Post Express Style Section this morning, here are the items that were featured from Coup de Foudre Lingerie



1) Chantelle Couture Lingerie Set (32A to 38F) in Black featured on the model (cover page)

2) Jonquil Melody chemise in light gold (picture #2)

3) Belabumbum Mai Tai Camisole and Panty (picture #3)

4) Jonquil Chantilly chemise Red Satin (picture #4)

5) Simone Perele Paradis Collection in Aqua (32A to 38DD) (picture #5)


6) Chantelle Chantilly Glamour Collection in Fushia (32A to 38F) (picture #11)


Happy Valentine's day from Coup de Foudre Lingerie

Valentine's Day: Top 10 "Lessons of Seduction"

French lingerie brand Aubade has always been well-known for being pioneers in the world of lingerie but even more so in its lingerie advertising campaigns. Their skillful advertising campaign hasn't changed in over a decade and rely on marketing each new lingerie set as a “lesson” in seducing men. Hence the name, "The Lessons of seduction"

This lingerie advertising campaign is one of a kind and clever. But, why is their advertising campaign so unique and unconventional?

Here's an explanation from BrandChannel:



• "The photographs are shot in black and white and show a beautifully proportioned woman in Aubade lingerie. The lesson is provocative and slightly tongue in cheek."




• "The lessons are intended to draw women together by sharing tips on how to charm a man, but are risqué enough to appeal to men."




• "The campaign never shows the model's face. The strategy is that the woman can better identify with the faceless body, while the ads are still sexy enough for a man to feel he is buying something special. "
  



• "It is also an ingenious cost-cutting strategy as the company does not have to pay reproduction rights on the photographs. The classy feel of the black and white pictures help position Aubade as a luxury brand"
  
  


• Aubade relied on famous photographers such as B Matussiere, H Lewis, Michel Perez to capture the essence of the Aubade woman: feminine, classy and elegant but at the same time bold, daring and playful.

Fourteen years and eighty nine lessons have passed.....and we still look forward to discover the next lesson!

So, which of Aubade Top 10 "lessons of seduction" will you apply this Valentine's day?

1. "Leave him speachless" (Lesson 51)



2. "Stop Teasing him" (Lesson 37)



3. "Create a zone of turbulence" (Lesson 27)



4. "Test his self control" (Lesson 8)



5. "If he resists, practice hypnosis"(Lesson 6)



6. "Place a few obstacle in his path" (Lesson 3)



7. "Play Hide and Seek" (Lesson 25)



8. "If he faints, call 911" (Lesson 12)



9. "Pretend that you don't care" (Lesson 5)



10. "Make him dizzy" (Lesson 89)

Check the latest collection from Aubade, the "Sophia Collection" and apply lesson 89, "Lui donner le vertige" (make him dizzy) this Valentine's Day!

Simone Perele Spring 2008 Collection

Spring is in the air..... really? It is currently snowing in Washington, DC. Well, at least in our store...

We are proud to introduce the latest Spring 2008 Simone Perele Collection, the Paradis collection. It is truly stunning and beautiful. What else to expect from Simone Perele!

The Paradis collection also includes a beautiful tanga with removable garters (very versatile) and a short sexy, all lace nightdress embellished with a satin ribbon which ties in the back.

We carry it in three different colors, Black, Aqua and Pink. You should see it in our store windows today (for those of you who live or work in the Penn Quarter nearby our store).

More Spring 2008 collections from Simone Perele to arrive....Stay tuned.

New Aubade Lingerie Calendar 2008

Good news! We just received the Aubade Lingerie 2008 Calendar!

What’s inside is truly magical: Twelve months of absolutely amazing, beautiful and tasteful picture of lingerie with one of the most talented lingerie photographer, Michel Perez.

The calendar or "Calendrier" is all in French. You can always pretend you need one to improve your French and learn the months of the year! ...That won't replace your French Beginner class at the Alliance Francaise though....


You have the option to download it directly from Aubade's Website (8.2 MB) or get your complimentary paper version at our store. Quantities are limited. Very limited. So get here fast.

Warning: Calendar might not be appropriate for the office environment ...unless you work at Dundler Mifflin with Michael Scott (TV Show, the Office).

How to Look Good Naked?

Another TV show, "How to Look Good Naked,” with Carson Kressley mentions the importance of having the perfect foundation to improve your overall look.

Lyla, the first candidate, has a bra fitting with a "'bra whisperer'"a.k.a Susan Nethero from My Intimacy. Lyla's favorite lingerie set is from the Chantelle Africa wild collection in Ebony in a 36E(=DD).

Now, did you know that Coup de Foudre Lingerie is also part of the "My Intimacy" network of stores?

So, why not start the New Year with a bra fitting with us? Call us now at (202)393-0878.

Spanx IN or Out for 2008?

The Washington Post just published The List: What's In and Out for 2008. The first thing on their list is Spanx as IN for 2008!

Well, it depends who you ask! If you ask Spencer Morgan from the New York Observer who conducted a thorough product review and testing of Spanx ( I Put My Chestnuts In Spandex Storage—It Felt … Creepy!) it would be OUT! (Don't read this ladies if you don't want to be offended!).

Spanx a lot for sharing your view Mr Morgan....but if you ask the rest (i.e celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Oprah Winfrey, Jessica Alba.., fashion magazine editors or our customers), they are more IN than ever! Ah...what woman have to do to look their best!

Picture courtesy of Drew Friedman