Revealed! I’m Spilling all the Tips, Tricks & Secrets to getting HER into THAT.
Being in the lingerie & adult industry, every Valentine’s Day I get to see and hear about men struggling to buy lingerie for their woman, and it truly breaks my heart. It wouldn’t be such a difficult task if women didn’t expect you to KNOW all the answers or if even the slightest slip up wouldn’t give you the silent treatment PLUS an extra week on the couch. What women DON’T realize is that the ONLY way to really get what you want from a man is to straight up: ASK. Hinting, regardless of how blatantly obviously you think you’ve made your point, is a sure fired way to receive a great big box of disappointment with a pretty pink bow addressed to-YOU. After all, you did ask for it right? So ladies, do forgive me for spilling some of our best kept secrets, keep in mind I’m doing it for YOUR best interest and ultimate satisfaction.
First of all, I get a lot of the same reoccurring questions about whether or not it is appropriate to buy lingerie for their partner, or if it simply looks like another selfish jerk move on his part to only satisfy his inner fantasies. You do have to consider that being prince charming and a complete jerk is the finest line to cross and just when you think you’ve found the glass slipper, it shatters in your hands. Second of all, once they’ve overcome the first dilemma, and they actually get into the store, it’s the part that no man looks forward to in his whole ENTIRE life of shopping experience: taking the time to look around for the perfect piece- cut, color, size and all. Which brings us to the third issue men have when purchasing lingerie for their lover: figuring out their exact size, because it’s often not enough to describe how big her breasts are in comparison to how they feel in your hands.
I very much admire any guys that are willing to risk any or all of the above. Therefore, I would like to let you in on some of the best kept tips, tricks, and secrets to buying her the ideal piece of lingerie…
1. MAKE SURE IT’S EVEN AN OPTION- Do NOT get your woman lingerie if she has made it absolutely clear she will never wear it under any circumstances even AFTER hell freezes over (better opt for chocolates or flowers, or maybe a more open-minded woman if you REALLY like sexy lingerie).
2. FIGURE OUT HER STYLE- Sure, YOU might go for the slinkiest barely-there piece of lingerie, but this is about HER! Most women LOVE to receive lingerie as a gift for Valentine’s Day, I know I do. However, you have to find a piece she will like and feel comfortable and confident wearing for you (after all, we know the sexiest thing to wear for our man is confidence). Flip through a lingerie catalog together or check out some pieces online (http://bit.ly/P4pV ) to get a better idea of some specific colors, cuts, and designs she totally digs.
3. KNOW YOUR STUFF! - She might have told you size didn’t matter to boost YOUR ego (I am a women, and I know size always matters), but when purchasing lingerie, the proper size is CRUCIAL and I cannot stress enough how CRUCIAL it is. Size can be the difference in your sweet curvy little size 6 girlfriend gaining major self esteem issues from trying to suck into an XXSM ensemble. If you can discreetly take a peek at her bra and panty size without looking or even remotely feeling like a creeper (because if your feeling like one, chances are your probably being one) then go about it that way to keep her gift a surprise. Otherwise, just ASK to avoid looking and feeling like the worst man on the planet (lets face it, that IS how she will make you feel, after all- you’re expected to ‘KNOW’ everything about her remember?).
4. LEAVE YOUR PRIDE AT THE DOOR- Guys, we know you can put together furniture without any directions or fix a leaky sink without having any plumbing background what so ever, but PLEASE ask for assistance. Anyone working in a lingerie/sex shop is specifically trained to work with both men and women and they’ve probably helped out 10 other people right before you with that same exact problem.
5. GET THE D/L- Make yourself aware of the stores return policies. Also, keep your receipt. For obvious reasons!
6. PRESENTATION IS KEY- Especially on Valentine’s Day! Ask if they can wrap it for you (its worth the extra change). If not, get someone who KNOWS how to wrap to do it for you. Pay attention to detail, get her a romantic card and actually write how much she means to you (cheating and letting Hallmark say it all doesn’t count for much anymore) and perhaps adorn the package with a single long stemmed red rose for a touch of elegance.
7. BACK UP PLAN- When all else fails, get her a gift certificate. Let her do what she does best and shop. Be careful with this option though, it might seem slightly impersonal. To make sure it doesn’t come off as thoughtless perhaps write her a romantic letter telling her to go out and pick the perfect piece of lingerie that she feels comfortable to change into after you treat her to dinner. Valentine’s gift certificates generally look most presentable with a bouquet of flowers. (http://bit.ly/o5YV )
I wish every guy the best of luck with this near impossible task! I hope I’ve made it a touch easier for some of you. If done correctly you will reap the benefits of your research and all your hard work and be rewarded with the two main importances of Valentines Day: her satisfaction, along with yours.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Add Major Personality with Penthouse
I have never been more excited to announce that Penthouse lingerie has launched their brand new collection which has just been released in our Stag Shop stores on January 15th 2009. I love how these fun modern patterns (cupcakes, cherry print, heart tattoo, and leopard print) really bring these designs to life and display a lot of energy. It will be the perfect addition to my closet and will definitely add major personality! I especially love how you can spice up a simple outfit by adding one of these pieces and accompanying it with fun hair and dramatic make up. I am even more excited to share a brief description of each collection as well as my opinions and thoughts on them with you!
The Sexy Pet collection uses a classic lingerie color combination of red and black in a cherry print knit. I am a huge fan of the cherry prints, as they are youthful and bring a lot of playfulness both inside and outside of the bedroom. Something about the retro cherry pin up look with some seductive red lips really screams ‘Sexy’ to me. The design elements are flattering for a range of different sizes, which is another thing I really admire about the Penthouse brand. There’s nothing worse then going out lingerie shopping and finding a beautiful print and style you absolutely LOVE, only to find out it doesn’t fit your body shape. It really puts a damper on your shopping trip quite fast. A lot of the pieces are adjustable or have a stretch to them which is perfect to allow for the garment to hug your curves and unique figure, allowing for a one-of-a-kind silhouette you can be proud to show off!
The Sweet Pet collection is my favorite, perhaps it’s the inner girly-girl in me. The combination of girly and sexy is at its best in this collection. It combines the colors pink, sea-foam green and lavender tied together in kitschy cupcake print cotton. It features details such as bows, ruffles and ribbon ties. In keeping with the pin-up theme, this collection captures the “Cheesecake” type pinup that has come to represent the alluring side of the girl next door. The innocence of these pieces is I think, what captures its whole stereotypical appeal. What man doesn’t want to come home to his beautiful woman cooking up something for dinner in sexy lingerie? After all, food and sex seem to go hand and hand when it comes to the basic understanding of the male hormones and there’s certainly nothing wrong with a little role playing in the kitchen.
The Wild Pet group combines black wet look knit with a leopard print in a red, ivory and black color scheme. It naturally lets out a more edgy side of your personality appealing to more of a wild woman. Inspired by the Hollywood bad girl whose “bad” behavior delights the press and public. The garments within the group range from risqué bedroom wear to pieces that can be styles to wear out to the club. I think the combination of the wet look and leopard print is what makes this collection unique from the other ones.
The Naughty Pet collection has a palate in black, pink and red within a tattoo heart print knit. I admire how the designers combined the eye catching print with black denim to create a rock ’n’ roll collection. I can see this group being appealing to women of all ages, rock ‘n’ roll has never been out of style. The collection includes sexy separates and some pieces that are suited to wear as both lingerie and steamy street wear. Details like eyelets, lacing and handcuff charms are reminiscent of the aesthetic of the glam rockers of the decedent 80’s.
I have never been more excited to announce that Penthouse lingerie has launched their brand new collection which has just been released in our Stag Shop stores on January 15th 2009. I love how these fun modern patterns (cupcakes, cherry print, heart tattoo, and leopard print) really bring these designs to life and display a lot of energy. It will be the perfect addition to my closet and will definitely add major personality! I especially love how you can spice up a simple outfit by adding one of these pieces and accompanying it with fun hair and dramatic make up. I am even more excited to share a brief description of each collection as well as my opinions and thoughts on them with you!
The Sexy Pet collection uses a classic lingerie color combination of red and black in a cherry print knit. I am a huge fan of the cherry prints, as they are youthful and bring a lot of playfulness both inside and outside of the bedroom. Something about the retro cherry pin up look with some seductive red lips really screams ‘Sexy’ to me. The design elements are flattering for a range of different sizes, which is another thing I really admire about the Penthouse brand. There’s nothing worse then going out lingerie shopping and finding a beautiful print and style you absolutely LOVE, only to find out it doesn’t fit your body shape. It really puts a damper on your shopping trip quite fast. A lot of the pieces are adjustable or have a stretch to them which is perfect to allow for the garment to hug your curves and unique figure, allowing for a one-of-a-kind silhouette you can be proud to show off!
The Sweet Pet collection is my favorite, perhaps it’s the inner girly-girl in me. The combination of girly and sexy is at its best in this collection. It combines the colors pink, sea-foam green and lavender tied together in kitschy cupcake print cotton. It features details such as bows, ruffles and ribbon ties. In keeping with the pin-up theme, this collection captures the “Cheesecake” type pinup that has come to represent the alluring side of the girl next door. The innocence of these pieces is I think, what captures its whole stereotypical appeal. What man doesn’t want to come home to his beautiful woman cooking up something for dinner in sexy lingerie? After all, food and sex seem to go hand and hand when it comes to the basic understanding of the male hormones and there’s certainly nothing wrong with a little role playing in the kitchen.
The Wild Pet group combines black wet look knit with a leopard print in a red, ivory and black color scheme. It naturally lets out a more edgy side of your personality appealing to more of a wild woman. Inspired by the Hollywood bad girl whose “bad” behavior delights the press and public. The garments within the group range from risqué bedroom wear to pieces that can be styles to wear out to the club. I think the combination of the wet look and leopard print is what makes this collection unique from the other ones.
The Naughty Pet collection has a palate in black, pink and red within a tattoo heart print knit. I admire how the designers combined the eye catching print with black denim to create a rock ’n’ roll collection. I can see this group being appealing to women of all ages, rock ‘n’ roll has never been out of style. The collection includes sexy separates and some pieces that are suited to wear as both lingerie and steamy street wear. Details like eyelets, lacing and handcuff charms are reminiscent of the aesthetic of the glam rockers of the decedent 80’s.
It is very beneficial for lingerie companies to accommodate the continuously growing trend of wearing lingerie out in public by creating pieces that are easily versatile. I even feel this line will appeal to more conservative women because it has really stepped away from the typical lingerie styles. The more common lingerie styles and colors (red, black and white) will always be popular and if you’re looking for a more reserved classic look then I would suggest sticking with that. We picked up this line because it is unique and it provides you with the option and risqué opportunity to step outside the box and add a little extra flavor to your wardrobe and your personality!
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Invited behind the scenes for Coquette's photo shoot
As we wrapped up our photo shoot for the upcoming 2009-2010 catalog on January 7th and 8th at Langen Studios in Waterloo, I would like to invite you to take a look at some behind the scenes raw footage and pictures I took of our models giving you a sneak peek at the new line. Although I personally, am not a fan of the winter season, the endurance of the cold Canadian weather conditions wasn't nearly enough to keep things from sizzling up on the set.
As we wrapped up our photo shoot for the upcoming 2009-2010 catalog on January 7th and 8th at Langen Studios in Waterloo, I would like to invite you to take a look at some behind the scenes raw footage and pictures I took of our models giving you a sneak peek at the new line. Although I personally, am not a fan of the winter season, the endurance of the cold Canadian weather conditions wasn't nearly enough to keep things from sizzling up on the set.
I witnessed everything running smoothly and accordingly. On the set we had former playmate 2006 of Playboy magazine, Alison, the beautiful Nikki from Kentucky, and Bianca who formerly modeled for Import Tuner Magazine. I got the opportunity to chat with them off set and they all were a pleasure to work with and displayed incredible talent in front of the camera. We couldn't have chosen more perfect models to represent our company and more effectively display our upcoming line.
It was a perfect 10 all across the boards from complete satisfaction within our design team to the graphics department. Cindy C, Head of graphics at Coquette International states, "It's fantastic to have such flawless models that show such passion for their careers, you can really tell by looking at their pictures they put a lot of emotion into what they do." It was a busy, eventful couple of days on set for the models and photographer but everything was done on time and completed with full satisfaction.
I am very excited to share our upcoming pieces with you next year and look forward to hearing your opinions and future suggestions as always. For all the backstage photos and videos join us on our Facebook fan page: http://bit.ly/i88Q . To join our fan page you must be a current user of Facebook, signing up is easy and I promise to keep you updated on all press releases, discount opportunities, promotions, and upcoming shows and events. To just view our pictures you can click on this link: http://bit.ly/BQ10 .
Coquette Designers in Paris
Today the design team is heading off to th 46th Edition of the Salon International de la Lingerie January 18th–21st 2009 – Paris. With our luggage stuffed with our most fabulous outfits, shoes, makeup and samples we are excited to represent Coquette this year in Paris. The Salon International de la Lingerie is the worlds most famous lingerie show featuring 600 brands from around the world as well as multiple fashion shows to the delight of us fashionistas!
Last year Catherine Horea and Elaine Carson attended the show and were able to bring back some exciting inspirations to present to the team. These inspirations have no doubt contributed to the success of our last 2 catalouge releases.
This year we are featuring our Darque line which uses coated lycra to imitate liquid latex and pvc to create some playful fetish wear for both in the bedroom and in the club. "The European market has always been drawn to our fetish line because of it's ingenuity and wearability at affordable prices" says Design Director/President Catherine Horea.
Carrie Russell
Designer
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