Lingerie Bridal Shower?

A lingerie bridal shower are a must for the bride-to-be before she walks down the aisle and ties the knot!

A lingerie shower will allow the bride-to-be to throw away the flannel boxers and bring on the lace and frills to knock her beau right off his feet!

What better way to get the girls together than to send out bridal lingerie shower invitations such as those and enjoy a night of giggles and fun!

Whether it is something naughty or something nice, each guest will bring a gift that will surely make the bride-to-be blush!

With all the multiple showers that are given for the bride, a lingerie shower will bring on gifts that will surely prepare her for her honeymoon and not to mention, her wedding night!

While white and ivory are traditional color choices, you can also brighten the bride's lingerie trousseau with a variety of colors. Red and black are always sexy, but pretty shades of turquoise or melon are unexpected and just as alluring

P.S: Make sure to include your bra and panty size on your lingerie shower invitation....(Scheduling a bra fitting appointment might be a good way to confirm it!)

Another good idea is to include some lingerie-shaped sugar cookie favors. Now, how cute are those?

For more ideas, check the latest INSTYLE Wedding Fall Magazine.

INSTYLE Weddings Fall 2008

Did you know that Coup de Foudre Lingerie is featured in INSTYLE Weddings Fall 2008?

Jonquil is a favorite of many Washington DC brides! With georgeous and elegant styles, it's easy to understand why.

"Satin Worship! So buttery smooth it begs to be touched: Jonquil Grable chemise available at Coup de Foudre Lingerie"

So visit Coup de Foudre Lingerie to get ready for your honeymoon or find lingerie gifts for your next bridal shower.

Unusual casting call for lingerie ad!

Look at Wonderbra’s TV ad in the UK - a casting call for “real women” to participate in their lingerie advertising campaign!

Refreshing...and different!


Nicknames used for female breasts include watermelons, jugs, puppies, coconuts, cupcakes, knockers, pillows, horns, eggs and many other related names.


See for yourself at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3jcrObOh6Q

At least it gives hope to all of us who don't necessarily look like a lingerie model! Now, would you answer this casting call...?

H&M Unusual Retail Store Window

This morning, on my way to Coup de Foudre Lingerie, I walked by an unusual store window at H&M (Corner of 10th & E Street NW)

Instead of a regular store window showcasing the latest trends at H&M, I was greeted with the following posters.....

First Window: "No Peeking. Our mannequins are getting dressed". "Even Mannequins get shy sometimes. It's only human"

Second Window: "Sometimes even mannequins have a hard time deciding what to wear"

I admit it's rather unconventional....but it worked...It got my attention. Now, I am really wondering what they are working on!

Too bad I never thought about using that line in our lingerie store window! It might have grabbed your attention...

What do you think?

Lingerie included on DC Sales-Tax holiday list!

Attention lingerie shoppers!

Please note that the District of Columbia will offer shoppers an exemption from the 5.75 percent sales tax for school supplies, clothing, shoes, and accessory items costing $100 or less.


Bras & Underwear are on the list! So, enjoy a sales tax break while you buy a new strapless to go with your summer dress or a new t-shirt bra to replace your worn out bra.



The Sales Tax holiday will begin 12:01 am Saturday, August 2, through midnight Sunday, August 10!

See you soon!

New Aubade Fall Collection: Caprice

Slip into supreme luxury and beauty in this stunning new Fall collection from Aubade. Exquisite floral multicolored embroidery adorns this chemise for a look that is unique, yet remains very feminine.

• Transparent
• Seductive
• Short
• Soft bra structure
• Open in the back

In store now.

Funny Bra Comments!

We sometimes hear funny comments at our lingerie store, especially when customers discover what a difference it makes to wear the right bra size:

This one is based on a young lady just being fitted in a Prima Donna Satin Bra:

"Wow...my breasts went from "the basement" to the "third floor" of the house!

Courtesy: Linda (36G) & Kathy (38G)

Stay tune for more uplifting comments.....

How Many Bras do you own?

Thanks to everyone for voting in our last poll.

We asked our reader community “How many Bras do you own?” and here are the results from the 100 votes cast:

• 1-5 Bras - 23% of vote

Pros: The good thing is that you don't have to hunt for them in your underwear drawer!

Cons: If you don't rotate your bras, they will wear out faster. (Check our Bra life Expectancy blog entry)

Tip: If you can only invest in a few bras, try to find one that can be worn multiple ways: i.e Marie Jo Avero Strapless bra .

• 6-10 Bras- 28% of vote


• 11-15 Bras-18% of vote


• 16-20-Bras- 27% of vote

Pros: You are ready for any circumstances: Basic for the office, Sexy to impress your date, Smooth, Push Up, Convertible, Low Cut, Plunge, .....you name it....You can choose among bras that match your outfit (i.e you get the "accessorizing " medal!), others which are pure works of art, or bras that comfortable and practical. That's good!

Cons: When was the last time you went through your underwear drawer? College? Yes, there might be a few bras that you don't wear anymore...because they are torn, or you lost the bra strap, or you can find the matching panty to go with it.... Go through your underwear/bra drawer at least every 2 years to make rooms for your new ones....

Bastille Day Celebration in Washington, DC: Mais oui!

Bastille Day Celebration at Coup de Foudre Lingerie- July 12-14th

• Wear either Blue, White or Red ......yes your underwear also qualifies.......and get 20% OFF our swimwear collection from Aubade and Huit. Get also 20% off the Aubade Tulipes Collection in white, red or black. If you shop online, your discount will appear at checkout. No coupon code needed.

Why: Because you can't be caught "Sans Culottes" while you storm the bastille prison!

Wondering what to do for Bastille Day in the DC/VA area?:

• Come celebrate "Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite"at Bastille Restaurant on Saturday, July 12th! Yes, Bastille day this year is on Monday, July 14th but Mondays are not the best night for a big French fete! Celebrate Bastille Day like the French do at Bastille Restaurant @ 1201 N. Royal Street - Alexandria, VA 22314 703-519-3776



• Try also in the Penn Quarter, Central Michel Richard Restaurant at 1001 Pennsylvania Avenue NW. 202-626-0075. Your taste buds will thank you! (Try the Duck rillettes and faux gras terrine...yum!)

Happy Bastille day!

Best T Shirt Bras?

What should you look for in a T Shirt Bra? (The French call it an "invisible" bra).


Top 5 Criterias:

1. Smooth and seamless under fitted clothes


2. Protect against cold nipple. (especially useful if your AC is blowing mega cold air in your office during the summer)


3. Give a nice shape and flatters your figure
   
4. Comfortable fit
   
5. Stylish. Best seen in Chantelle Africa T Shirt Bra, Chantelle Graphie T Shirt Bra & Simone Perele Andora T Shirt Bra.

Something New to look for in T Shirt Bra: SPACER fabric!

Innovative molded foam called Spacer. Best seen in Prima Donna Spacer T Shirt Bra. We think more bra manufacturer will release new T Shirt bras using spacer fabric.

Lightweight and breathable. Perfect for hot and humid weather! (i.e so if you live in Arizona, Texas, Georgia, etc...try it out!)

Allow your skin to breathe.

So, have you discovered your perfect T Shirt Bra?