The Ultimate Valentine's Day Lingerie Gift Guide

   For me, Valentine's day is all about the lingerie! Sexy lingerie sets, showstopping basques, decadent corsets, flirty babydolls, luxurious negligées, saucy hosiery.. anything goes! The holiday of love is the perfect opportunity to treat a partner or significant other to a special gift and a beautiful new set of underwear is guaranteed to get pulses racing. Even if you're not feeling loved up this Valentine's, what better excuse to treat yourself to a sexy something that you've had your eye on for a while?

   With the 14th February just a heartbeat away, I have scoured the internet for the very best Valentine's day lingerie styles to suit a variety of tastes, sizes and budgets. Take a look at these swoonworthy beauties - from romantic to flirty, sexy to stylish, luxurious to bargainous, there's something for everyone this Valentine's...

ROMANTIC

Gossard Retrolution Padded Staylo Slip, £69

Sizes 32-36, B-E 

Exuding vintage charm with its antique-style lace and bow detail, this Gossard slip creates a stunning hourglass silhouette thanks to its cleavage-enhancing deep plunge cut and smoothing side panels. If you're looking for heart-stoppingly beautiful lingerie this Valentine's, this powder pink slip is guaranteed to make anyone dreamy-eyed! 

(Also available in black)

Boux Avenue 'Henrietta' satin and lace balconette bra, £30

  

30-36, B-E

Fashioned from satin and finished with champagne coloured spice corded lace, bows and charm motifs, Boux Avenue's 'Henrietta' epitomises vintage elegance and luxury! Its flattering balconette cups lend to beautiful 'cakes on a plate' style cleavage whilst the unusual sage blue satin and champagne gold detailing give this bra a romantic, premium feel without the designer price!

(Also available in pink & grey mix.)

Freya Deco Darling Underwired Moulded Plunge Bra, £38

Sizes 28-38, D-GG

What better way to celebrate Valentine's than with roses? Freya has given the best-selling Deco bra a romantic twist, adorning the cups with a feminine yet contemporary rose-embroidered mesh overlay. The Deco Darling marries function with aesthetics and if you desire great support, unbeatable cleavage and a gorgeous design to boot, this bra will undoubtedly conquer your heart!

(Also available in ivory.)

FLIRTY

 

Boux Avenue 'Jesse' Plisse Mesh Babydoll, £40

 8-16: B/C, D+, E/F

If you're undressing to impress this Valentine's, the Boux Avenue 'Jesse' babydoll hits the nail on the head with its seductive red and black colour scheme. Featuring a beautiful balconette neckline with ruched cups, this flirty number supports busts up to an E/F cup and its lightweight pleated mesh 'skirt' skims curves effortlessly. Finished with eyelash lace and a central ribbon bow, this flouncy babydoll is the ideal companion for any self-professed glamour-puss!

Mimi Holliday by Damaris 'Kittiwake' lace bra, £56 reduced to £51

Sizes 28-36, D-F

Mimi Holliday are reknowned for their decadent, fun and eye-catching designs and the 'Kittiwake' is nothing short of a showstopper with its vibrant colour palette of fuchsia and electric orange! The satin and lace cups give this bra a luxe feel, whilst the quirky embroidered lipstick kisses inject a flirty edge that is hard to ignore. There is no doubt that this is the set for daring lingeristas who want to wow this Valentine's!

Tutti Rouge 'Eliza' bra, £28

 Sizes 28-38, D-J

Fuller busts rejoice because Tutti Rouge is ready to steal your heart with the gorgeous 'Eliza' bra! This gorgeous non-padded bra will win you over with its sophisticated styling and support up to a J cup! Its midnight blue and magenta colour scheme is a perfect side-step from 'stereotypical' Valentine's day reds and pinks, yet its semi-sheer cups, frilly trim and bow and corsage motifs keep it fun, playful and enchanting!

SEXY 

Bluebella 'Fifty Shades of Grey' Satin Button Bra and Brief Set, £39

Sizes 8-20

If you want to turn up the heat this Valentine's day, Bluebella are the 'go-to' for sizzling bedroom wear! Inspired by 'Fifty Shades of Grey', this red hot bra and brief set boasts a red satin and black lace button-up peep hole bra and raunchy satin tie-side briefs. This provocative set is certain to add some spice to your Valentine's day!

Pour Moi 'Forbidden' Basque, £59

Sizes 32-40, B-G

Pour Moi really has its finger on the pulse when it comes to trend-led, sexy lingerie for fuller busts. The Pour Moi 'Forbidden' basque features smoothing panels which contour to your curves, creating the perfect hourglass silhouette. Adorned with feminine lace and racy strapping details and cut-outs at the bust, this seductive basque will ramp up the sex appeal this V-day!

Bluebella Black Label Soft Open Bandeau bra, £30

Sizes 8-16

Indulge yourself this Valentine's with this directional and unashamedly sexy cut-out bra from Bluebella Black Label! Architectural black strapping merges with sensual yet risqué sheer chiffon panels to create a provocative look that will get anyone hot under the collar. If you're looking to take your boudoir wear to new heights, team this erotic statement piece with the matching brief/ thong and suspender belt to ensure that all eyes are on you!

STYLISH

Gossard Superboost Strapless Lace Slip Dress, £54

Sizes 32-36, B-E

Up the glamour this Valentine's day and dress to impress with this sultry, lace slip dress from Gossard! Styled with corded vintage floral lace and decorated with a bow and charm detail, this slip delivers femininity, elegance and sensuality in equal measure. Removable straps give versatility of wear, underwired cups enhance the bust, whilst its bodycon fit and layered mesh smoothing panels deliver a streamlined silhouette - it really is too good to cover up!
 

Masquerade 'Antoinette' Bra, £38

28-38, D-G

Masquerade is synonymous with sophistication and luxury and the 'Antoinette' delivers exactly this! As its name would suggest, the 'Antoinette' bandeau bra delivers beautiful 'cakes on a plate'/ 'Marie Antoinette' cleavage, coupled with great support up to a G cup. This bra is classy and stylish with its black floral lace and opulent burgundy satin base, accented by a bow and jewel motif, for a touch of added sparkle!

(Also available in blue/charcoal and champagne/black and as a basque.)

Lulu Tout 'Amelie' Underwired bra, £24

Size 30-38, DD-H

Just because it's Valentine's, that doesn't mean that your lingerie has to be predictable! The Lulu Tout 'Amelie' delivers all of the beauty of classic French lingerie, whilst keeping things flirty and current with its contemporary mesh panel overlays and eye-catching electric blue colour palette! The unusual scalloped details and art-deco style embroidery make this bra perfect for seducing in style!

(Also available in black and in sizes A-DD.)

LUXURIOUS

Agent Provocateur 'Gloria' Basque, £395

Sizes 32-36, B-D

If luxury and decadence is what you are after, Agent Provocateur lingerie is the embodiment of showstopping opulence and magnificent design! The 'Gloria' basque is the ultimate in seduction with its barely-there racy quarter cups and enticing sheer nude tulle, offset by glamorous scarlet red silk accents and ornate floral embroidery. This basque is beautifully crafted with curve-defining boning for a superior fit, resulting in a sculpted silhouette that will render anyone speechless!

 Dita Von Teese 'Lamarr' Robe, £150

Sizes S-XL

Channel your inner 50s pin-up girl with this exquisite limited edition Dita Von Teese robe! Fashioned from sensual polka dotted sheer mesh and finished with silky trims and an adjustable ribbon waist-tie, this robe exudes iconic vintage glamour in its purest form. This classic black number is a stunning piece that will make you feel like an Old Hollywood starlet - enough to make anyone put down their martini and stare in admiration!

Agent Provocateur 'Tammi' bra, £85

Sizes 32-36, A-DD

   Racy, cheeky and captivatingly sexy, the theatrical lipstick red 'Tammi' bra by Agent Provocateur will transform its wearer into the very embodiment of femme fatale! Featuring a barely-there scalloped silk bra with bow-embellished straps across the bust and finished with French lace trims, 'Tammi' creates knock-out cleavage for a look that is utterly tantalising, dramatic and indulgent.. get ready to unleash your inner temptress!

BARGAINOUS

ASOS 'Sienna' Lace Slip, £20 reduced to £12

 Sizes XS-L

If you're on a budget this Valentine's, feast your eyes on the delectable 'Sienna' slip from ASOS. Sheer lace unpadded cups are attached to a floaty chiffon skirt with strapping details, making this classic black number a winning combination of sexy, directional and playful. This piece definitely looks more luxe than its price tag and at its reduced price of £12, it's an unmissable bargain - grab it whilst you can!

New Look Burgundy Lace Caged Bralet, £9.99

Sizes 6-16

Flirty, sexy and totally bargainous, this rich burgundy bralet has Valentine's Day written all over! This pretty triangle longline bralet merges vintage-feel sheer lace cups with contemporary strapping for a look that combines the old with the new. At £9.99, this bra is a real style steal, meaning that you could easily treat yourself to one in every colour!

(Also available in black, khaki or blue.)

Lepel 'Victoria' Cami with contrast lace, £24 reduced to £14

Sizes S-L

Romantic in powder pink with an elegant black contrast trim, the Lepel 'Victoria' cami is perfect for ladylike lounging and stylish snoozing! With its classic cut and luxurious satin feel fabric, you will definitely fall in love with this £14 bargain!

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What do you think of my Valentine's Day Lingerie picks? 

What are you be hoping to receive or are you treating yourself this Valentine's?

Love,

Petits Bisous 1st Anniversary Party!

 

   Luxury lingerie boutique, Petits Bisous, celebrated its first birthday on the 13th February and in honour of the occasion, a glittering party was held at their King's Road boutique. Since launching, Petits Bisous has garnered increasing attention from the Press; its lingerie has featured in top publications such as Vogue UK and it has been seen on celebrities from The Saturdays to Kate Moss. Having spotted Petits Bisous on Made in Chelsea a little while ago, I have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to visit the boutique, so when an invitation to their anniversary party popped up in my inbox, I accepted with great anticipation!

   The boutique is perfectly located in the heart of Chelsea, at 187 Kings Road. On arriving, I was met by a Valentine's window display, which was steamed up due to the cold weather, but which fit aptly with the Valentine's/ racy underwear theme! 

   The event was peppered with an array of celebrity attendees, such as Sophie Anderton, Jason Gardiner and Lucy Mecklenburgh (who arrived just before me and who was literally pounced upon by waiting paparazzi!)

 (Credit right: Petits Bisous)

   On stepping in to the boutique, I was delighted to be met by a glass of champagne and a decadent-looking interior that exuded the feel of an upmarket Parisian boutique. The boutique was filled with the excited chatter of party guests and a live singer serenaded guests with her acoustic guitar. Exquisite luxury lingerie adorned the rails and it was only moments before I was drawn into a dream of lace, silk, satin and chiffon...

   Petits Bisous is a veritable haven for lingeristas with a penchant for exquisite undergarments. The boutique boasts a delectable array of bras, bodies, corsets, sleepwear, shapewear, swimwear and accessories, alongside a personal service that offers lingerie stylists and an in-house tailoring service, which caters to bespoke lingerie requests. 

   The boutique is host to highly sought-after lingerie brands such as Bordelle, Damaris, Fleur of England, Nichole de Carle, Made by Niki, Lascivious, Dirty Pretty Things, Empreinte, Bijoux Indiscrets, Shell Belle Couture and many more, with a growing DD+ selection that includes Harlow and Fox, All Undone and Mimi Holliday. 

   Petits Bisous is owned by Esther Fieldgras, an expert in the beauty industry (with over 30 years experience) and founder of EF Medispa. Esther cherry-picks her brands, always keeping an eye out for emerging lingerie brands that will add that 'je ne sais quoi' to her boutique collections. Esther's love for lingerie is apparent by her desire to provide clientele with jaw-droppingly beautiful lingerie and the 'styling experience' to go with it! 

(Credit: http://esthersbeautyblog.co.uk)

Esther cuts the Petits Bisous birthday cake!

   The decadent soirée was held in partnership with Mozafarian (purveyors of fine jewellery). After I had finished perusing all of the lingerie on the ground floor, I spotted some stairs and descended to the basement boudoir, where more lingerie, sparkling diamonds and lingerie-clad models awaited...

(Credit: http://esthersbeautyblog.co.uk)

There was even an amazing pressure-sensitive 'bottom' light, created by Joseph Begley, which definitely brought a grin to my face! (Apologies for the very short video clip!)

   What could be better than an evening spent amongst diamonds and designer lingerie, with a side helping of sparkling champagne, cake, live music and glamorous lingerie models? 

Bon anniversaire, Petits Bisous!

Love,

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Check out the video coverage of the event: here!

Visit the boutique at: 187 King's Road, Chelsea, London, SW3, 5EB

Shop online: www.petitsbisous.com

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All I want for Christmas: A fuller bust Xmas lingerie gift guide

   With Christmas fast-approaching, now is definitely the time to finalise your Xmas wishlist! For lingerie addicts like me, Christmas is a great excuse for new lingerie and luckily for us lingeristas, there are some truly scrumptious pickings this festive season..

    If you happen to be buying underwear for a special lady this Christmas, make sure that you take a look at some of my helpful tips too:

• Check the lucky recipient's bra size by peeking in her underwear drawer (don't get caught!)
• Try to make sure that you're buying something that will suit HER taste not just yours and try to pick something that fits in with her style/ personality etc. There is nothing worse than receiving the great gift of underwear for it to be left unworn in a drawer!
• Check the returns policy (make sure that you know the return date for your purchase(s) as you don't want for your recipient to be left with lingerie that doesn't quite fit right!)
• Look out for gift wrapping options at checkout and maybe a personalised message (Some companies do this for free e.g. Boux Avenue (complete with scented petals and lacey tissue paper!) and others charge a small fee e.g. Figleaves (£3.50) - it can be a really special touch!)
• Look up last Christmas shipping dates to make sure that your gift arrives in time!
• If you want to give the gift of lingerie but aren't sure what the recipient wants, give her a gift card - that way she can get exactly what she wants and you won't need to agonise about what to buy her (win, win!)
• Keep your eyes peeled for lingerie deals - it may not strictly be 'sale season', but that doesn't mean that you can't snap up a bargainous gift - more for your money..what's not to like?! (Check out Brastop for bargainous larger bust bras from just £10.95!)

(Picture via olgathetravelingbra.blogspot.co.uk)

   Whatever bra size you are, you will certainly be spoilt for choice this Xmas - there are some really gorgeous lingerie styles out there that will make you look and feel fabulous. If you are a fuller busted girl like me, here are 12 great lingerie pieces out at the moment to tickle your fancy! 

There's no denying that any of these beauties would look great under my Christmas tree..

1. Freya Ivy Underwired Padded Longline Bra, £32 (Available at Figleaves)

   Longlines are big news in the style stakes at the moment and who could resist this fuller bust beauty from Freya? The delightful ivy print is perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit and the delicate red lace trims and little bow detail keep this set looking flirty and fun. The cups are lightly padded to offer great shape and support. 

Available in sizes 30-38 D-G.

Also comes as an underwired balcony bra (£30) (28-38 D-J) at Bravissimo.

2. Bettie Mae bra by Bravissimo, £32

   Say hello to seduction in this gorgeous plunge bra from Bravissimo! With its deep neckline and lightly padded cups, you can count on it to deliver a lovely cleavage all the way up to a J cup. The purple/pink base is accented by irresistibly cute purple polka dots and purple ruffle and bow trimmings - the perfect Xmas treat for a special lady!

Available in sizes 28-38 DD-J.

How beautiful are the mesh bow back briefs (£18) too?

3. 'Tease Me' Balconette Bra by Curvy Kate in Cherry/Blush, £29 at Brastop

   Proving that fuller cup lingerie can be both supportive and sexy, the 'Tease Me' in this gorgeous cherry red colourway is guaranteed to make anyone's heart skip a beat! With its balcony style cups, intricate lace mesh overlay and striking cream ribbon details, this bra oozes boudoir glamour! 

Available in sizes 28-38 D-HH.

4. Freya Deco Honey Purple Moulded Bra, £32 at Leia Lingerie

   As Undercover Lingerista readers will know, I'm a sucker for Freya's popular 'Deco' bras and I cannot wait to add the new Deco 'Honey' in purple to my collection! The 'Honey' delivers comfort, support and style without being overly fussy..and who could deny the allure of its knock-out cleavage and vibrant colour? 

Available in sizes 28-38 D-GG.

Also comes in firecracker red.

5. Claudette Neon Turquoise 'Dessous' bra, £38 reduced to £28.50 at ASOS

   Claudette has been on my radar for a while and I love this quirky neon 'Dessous' bra. This soft cup bra is crafted from turquoise semi sheer mesh and the contrasting black picot trim and appliqué grosgrain bows add to this bra's flirty and fashionable appeal. This bra is ideal for trendy girls that love to be playful with their underwear choices! 

Available in Sizes 30-38 A-G.

6. Satine bra by Bravissimo, £29

   For simple and classic sophistication, Bravissimo's 'Satine' hits the nail on the head. The ivory colourway makes me think 'Christmas snow' and 'a touch of bridal beauty' all in one and its smooth satin will make you feel both comfortable and elegant. It is a customer favourite and it is easy to see why - who doesn't love practical but luxurious lingerie that can be worn everyday?

Available in sizes 28-38 DD-J.

Also comes in an eye-catching cobalt blue or classic black.

7. Gossard Colour Clash Padded Bra in Red/Pink, £29 at Figleaves

 

   As soon as I spotted it, I fell in love with the punchy colour clash of this red satin and pink mesh number! This bra offers something quirky and original thanks to its thick straps and gold hardware, plus it features a quirky cut out strap back. This is certainly a sexy bra that refuses to go unnoticed! 

Available in sizes 30-38 A-G.

8. Miss Mandalay 'Amelie' Mink/Black balconette bra, £46

   If you're looking for sophisticated lingerie that oozes refined glamour, get ready to fall for the 'Amelie' balconette bra. This sumptuous mink satin and black lace bra has 'classy and fabulous' written all over it! There is no surprise that this is one of Miss Mandalay's most popular bras and it's selling out fast! 

Available in sizes 28-38 C-GG (limited stock)

A few more sizes available at Large Cup Lingerie and Red Box Lingerie.


9. Marlies Dekkers Dame de Paris padded balcony bra, £59 at Red Box Lingerie

   Stylish, edgy and worn to be seen, this Marlies Dekkers bra makes a statement and has been famously worn by Lady Gaga and Victoria Beckham, no less! This is the ideal bra for those that want to channel the 'underwear as outerwear' trend and this bra has unlimited possibilities. One to wear and be seen in! 

Available in sizes 32-36 D-F.

10. Mimi Holliday by Damaris Cheeky Minx Lace Long Shoulder Bra, £55 at Figleaves

   After my first run in with Mimi Holliday, I'm hooked on the brand's flirty cuts and luxurious fabric combinations. This 'Cheeky Minx' bra is sure to impress with its pretty leopard print pattern and vibrant pink lace panels. Its unique shoulder bra design is a great twist on traditional bra styles - who could resist such a cute and fashionable lingerie set? 

Available in sizes 30-36 D-FF (limited sizes)

11. Masquerade by Panache 'Delphi' Basque, £61 at Figleaves

   Why limit yourself to a bra when there are such gorgeous alternatives on the market too? This sexy satin basque from Masquerade is a dream come true for fuller busted ladies and will not only look stunning and flatter curves, but will support them too! Featuring delicate mesh and embroidered details with integral boning for a great fit, this vintage style basque is a real showstopper!

Available in sizes 28-38 D-GG.

12. Tatu Couture 'Giselle' bustle back brief, £95

   If you want to buy lingerie that wows, don't forget a dramatic and sexy pair of knickers. This Tatu Couture lace bustle brief is just gorgeous with its edgy 'cut out' effect mesh panels that reveal a peek of skin underneath. Featuring a fabulous padlock tattoo print, lashings of enchanting black lace ruffles and a quirky zip opening, these knickers are truly irresistable!

Available in sizes S, M, L

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   I hope you like my Christmas lingerie wishlist - it is certainly not exhaustive, but if I had to pick my 12 Christmas 'must-haves', it would be these!

Dear Santa, 

I've been a very good girl this year..

Love,

Kitty xo

Reviewed: Mimi Holliday by Damaris 'Bisou Bisou' non-padded bra for larger cup sizes

Avant-garde lingerie should be full of surprises. It must push design boundaries. Through lingerie a woman shows her true style. It is integral that my designs are luxurious, fun, interesting, intricate and essentially, functional." - Damaris Evans

   If you are in search of luxurious lingerie with high fashion impact, Damaris is certain to have any lingerista weak at the knees! With a background in Fashion Print design and a strong creative flair, Damaris Evans created Damaris lingerie in September 2001 after noticing a gap in the commercial lingerie market for a high end lingerie brand. 

   The Damaris brand was an instant hit and soon Press and celebrity clientele were clammering to snap up the gorgeous designs. Evans went on to win several awards (including the Elle Style Award for 'Young Enterprise of the Year' and the 'Inspire and Mentor' Marie Claire campaign award). Her stunning avant-garde designs continue to be received with great acclaim from both fashion and lingerie fields alike.

   As you can see, the attention to detail, luxury fabrics, high quality finish, swarovski embellishments and edgy designs are quite simply put..stunning! I am particularly enamoured with the Damaris 'Tutti Frutti' 'bum cleavage' knickers (below)..

   Of course, such craftmanship comes at a high price and Damaris lingerie retails at around £100+ for a pair of knickers and lingerie can go up to and exceed £3000 per piece! The good news for couture-lovers is that Damaris' diffusion line, Mimi Holliday (launched in early 2003), offers similar lingerie luxuries, but at more affordable price points! Mimi Holliday knickers come in at around £35-£40 and bras at around £50-£60, meaning that you can pick up some gorgeous luxury pieces for less! 

   Mimi Holliday differentiates itself from mainline, Damaris, in that the lingerie tends to be very playful, colourful and fun, whilst remaining sexy and boudoir in feel. I personally fell in love with Mimi Holliday lingerie due to the unique and edgy designs coupled with the fearless colour/print clashes and zingy colour cocktails of neon yellows and pinks. 

   I also applaud the design variations; customers can choose from padded plunge bras, shoulder bras, balcony bras, unpadded 'comfort' bras and matching coordinates including classic knickers, thongs, hipster briefs, boyshorts and high waisted knickers..plus there are some gorgeous slips, suspender belts, camisoles, bodies and babydolls for those in search of some boudoir sex appeal!

   Better still, Mimi Holliday's sizing range goes from 28-40 AA-GG, meaning that many women can enjoy the beautiful lingerie collections! It is fantastic to see such decadent and good quality lingerie that starts at an often-missed-off 28 back and which goes up to a GG cup! 

   A few months back, I went along to a lingerie sample sale that included Damaris and Mimi Holliday and I was thrilled to come across the Mimi Holliday 'Bisou Bisou' blush non padded bra for larger cup sizes in a 28G (which I snapped up for about £25!).

   I was particularly excited to try a 28G in this bra as I had previously been into Selfridges and had tried on several Mimi Holliday bras in a 30FF, which were all too large in the back for me, whilst correct in cup volume. The 'Bisou Bisou' also boasts other bra style options (including a padded plunge, shoulder bra, triangle bra etc.) but the particular bra that I bought is a non-padded plunge style, which is ideal for women with larger busts who prefer a more natural/unboosted shape...

   The 'Bisou Bisou' bra in blush is nothing short of beautiful and it oozes old Hollywood glamour! Its stunning pearly-champagne silk satin is offset by a glorious black cabaret eyelash lace overlay and the bow adornments and soft satin straps are further testimony to this bra's timeless appeal.

   The 'Bisou Bisou' boasts mesh back wings and two hook and eye fastenings. It also features a three piece cup construction, with a sheer top layer of scalloped eyelash lace over a very thin layer of mesh, allowing a subtle but seductive hint of skin to peek through.

   The 28G 'Bisou Bisou' fits nicely in the band and cup and I would say that if you are between sizes like me (I tend to vary between a 28FF and 28G nowadays), it may be worth sizing up in the cup. The shape that it gives is very natural and possibly a bit minimising. Although I tend to favour slightly padded bras over unpadded, I do appreciate a non padded bra if it is as chic and decadent as this lacey delight!

    The bra feels comfortable against the skin thanks to the soft materials used, which is always a bonus. I am really pleased that the top lace panels on the cups are slightly stretchy due to a thin mesh underlay, which allows for the cups to mould nicely to the breast shape. Similarly, care has been taken to make the top edging on the cups elasticated, which is a great design feature as it is comfortable and less likely to cut into the breast tissue.

(Even the shape of this bra on my mannequin is quite 'natural', following the contours of the 'breasts'!)

   I am a little wary of the straps, however, as although they are soft and satin-y, they are also quite thin. They feel very delicate and less reinforced than the straps on other bras that I own and after a whole day of wearing this bra, they do dig in a bit under the strain of a larger cup size. I also wish that the straps were fully adjustable rather than just partially, as it would give a longer lifespan to the straps as they loosen with wear.

   The 'Bisou Bisou' is such a stunning bra (demure and sexy in equal measure) and it is certainly perfect as a special occasion bra, but I'd hesitate to wear it as an everyday bra as it just feels too delicate - I'd probably worry about bouncing or that I'd snag the ornate eyelash lace on my clothing! 

   I love the attention to detail and the 'hand tailored' quality of Mimi Holliday bras, but I feel that the 'Bisou Bisou' bra could perhaps benefit from a little more reinforcement in its construction as it doesn't give a huge amount of support to a larger bust. That said, Mimi Holliday's decadent lingerie is definitely the sort of underwear that you can just slip on and feel a million dollars in and I'd really love to try more from this brand in future!

   The Autumn/ Winter collection looks set to melt hearts and for those of you that are interested in trying the 'Bisou Bisou', fear not, because it returns for the coming season in delectable 'Brulée' and 'Berry':

(The Mimi Holliday 'Elferine' lace comfort bra, £54 also looks to be a similar design to the 'Bisou Bisou'..and how pretty and unique is the green and pink colour combination?)

What do you think of Mimi Holliday? Have you tried their lingerie before?

Love,
Kitty xo