Prima Donna Lingerie

We are very happy to introduce Prima Donna Lingerie at our Washington, DC store. Founded in 1865, Prima Donna specialize in luxury lingerie for fuller busted women (D to H cup) that fits perfectly and has an iresistible look. The high quality of Prima Donna bra did not come by chance. It is the result of a perfect cut, an extremely attentive choice of fabrics and the strictest quality testing. Did you know that a Prima Donna bra is made from some 50 different elements, each of which is sewn together by hand?

The fit and quality is unbelievable! If you are between a 32-40 D - G cup, come on in for a bra fitting and discover the various Prima Donna collections that we carry: Menton, Deauville, Satin, Manhattan! You will be very happy with the result and the way you look.

Eco Friendly Sleepwear?

Belabumbum just launched a new eco friendly sleepwear and underwear collection. It is crafted from bamboo, an eco-friendly fabric.


DID YOU KNOW THAT bamboo fabric is a natural, soft textile made from the pulp of the bamboo grass? Highly absorbent, hypoallergenic, fast drying and breathable, it is an ideal wicking fabric for next-to-skin use. Bamboo grows very rapidly and replenishes itself each year. Additionally, the plant can be harvested without ecologically damaging chemicals, and chemicals are not needed to turn the plant into fiber.

Bamboo fabric is soft to the touch and very comfortable. A perfect eco friendly collection for the environmentally-conscious female shopper!


Who would have though that going green underneath could be confortable, beautiful and sexy?


So isn't it time to get yourself a pair of sustainable underwear?


P.S: The bamboo collection is available for a limited time only at Coup de Foudre Lingerie.

French Women & Lingerie

You know how the story goes. French women don't get fat. French women are more sexy......blah blah...

So how do they do it? Keep reading for how French women view lingerie as part of their seduction tool kit.


French Women views on lingerie:

1. Lacy lingerie is an everyday must, not something saved for a romantic rendezvous


2. If your pretty bra strap shows and match your outfit "du jour"..."All the power to you!"


3. If your bra shows a little bit through your blouse...."that might get his attention".


4. French women buy matching panty with their bra...."Mais bien sur" and also tend to buy two panties per bra..."in case you lose one" or just because "panties wear out much faster than bras".


5. French women try to match their lingerie to what they wear.


6. Lingerie enjoys a lofty place in the French woman's wardrobe. So much that Galeries Lafayette, a big Parisian department store has devoted 28,000-square-foot to just lingerie....

So, how about you? What are you thoughts?

New Color for the Hanky Panky Low Rise Thong

Hanky Panky just launched several new colors for this Spring in its famous low rise thong (4911p). But one of them is a very special blue, no not just Aqua, Baby Blue, Navy Blue, Periwinkle, Denim blue...it's called "Tiffany Blue". Yes, you heard it right!

The famous, Tiffany Blue is the blue color associated with Tiffany & Co, the New York City Jewellery company. Well...that you already know...

Well, if you can't afford the magic little blue box, you can always buy the Tiffany Blue Low Rise Thong (4911p) from Hanky Panky! It's also a perfect gift for bridal showers or for your bridesmaids.

Lingerie Report Fall 2008

Top 5 Lingerie Color trends for Autumn Winter 2008/2009:

Here's a sneak preview at the top 5 lingerie color trends for Fall:

Fall is usually associated with subdued and quiet colors, but this season we are seeing a shift toward color with bright, vibrant and exciting undertone.

1. BLACKOUT -Black texture on texture, matte against shiny, against dull, against shimmering. It's very chic and sophisticated. Example: Simone Perele Stiletto, Barbara Caravanserail, Huit De Ci De La, Simone Perele Dress Code collections. For a very "Couture" and timeless feel, we love the combination of the black & beige.


2. PURPLE/LAVENDER: We saw different shades of purple, from lighter (lavender) to eletric darker purple . It's rare to see this color in lingerie so it will be your chance to splurge if it is your favorite color. Example: Aubade Comedie , Huit Jeanne, Huit Destin Collections.


3. METALLIC (SILVER): Example: Chantelle Africa Wild Silver, Barbara Caravanserail Smokey grey collections.


4. JOLTS OF RED-BERRY/DEEP RED/PLUM: Very rich and warm reds for this Fall. Example: Chantelle Africa Wild in Ruby or Chantelle Caprice in Mixed berries & Simone Perele Paradis Plum Collections.


5. DEEP FOREST : From Chocolate brown to dark green. Example: Simone Perele Paradis (Khaki), Chantelle Caprice Moka Rose Collections.

More pictures to illustrate our color trend report will be posted as it becomes available. But here's a sneak preview....

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