By STEPHANIE HYNES
Aubade & Christine Silk
Finally, spring has arrived in North America, or so I have been told. Here in Mexico, there is really no such season. And, I must admit that I miss its debut. Something happens to the light in spring. It is, in fact, clearer, luminescent and weightless. As the earth blooms, I find a metaphor to feminine empowerment. These … Read More
Chantelle makes magic for Spring 2015 with the new Fantasy collection, a gorgeous design interplay of flora and fauna: delicate tulle decorated with shimmering serpentine embroidery, the essence of glamour and modernity.
Available in sizes 30-40 band / C-G cups, the Fantasy 3-Part Plunge Underwire Bra is the perfect piece to bring a dash of couture to your boudoir. Add a pair of sexy, embroidered hipsters in sheer stretch embroidery for a beautiful and comfortable … Read More
Not all shapewear are created equal, and Chantelle steps up the game with the new Shape Light Brief. With its design inspired by a vintage Chantelle girdle from the 1920’s, the Shape Light Brief offers Medium control, and uses the best of shapewear innovation to comfortably streamline the silhouette while creating flattering curves. Its ultra light knit fabric with tulle insets set off the figure, and lays ultra flat for a seamless finish.
The Shape … Read More
My affair with the color orange started in high school when, much to the dismay of my very conservative mother, I purchased a turtleneck sweater in this spectacular hue. Forever after the attraction has been present: a little bit of vitality insinuated into my standard NY black wardrobe via accessories. Orange has a sense of humor, a modicum of optimism and incredible warmth. I even took a risk and painted a wall in my house … Read More
Shortly after I began writing this blog, and long before we had a bridal column, I was in Paris and saw a wedding dress in a store window that inspired me to write a story about the essence of Chantelle Lingerie. Something holistically French inspired the article: design so elegant, modern and feminine, it caught my attention without really demanding it. It is the beautiful application of Leaver’s lace and delicate details engineered with … Read More
Chantelle ~ Soft Collection:
A line of seamless panties featuring key silhouettes with an option for all body types. The four core colors of the collection match back to our best selling basics so they are able to be worn with your favorite Chantelle bra. Each style is made with an ultra soft stretch microfiber that feels like a second skin on the body and appears smooth under clothing. The flat lace detail at the … Read More
I have been to Paris more times than I can count for a variety of reasons: school, work, and pleasure. As you might imagine, I have seen both the required sites as well as many niche venues worthy of investigation, some of them multiple times. But as luck would have it, I have never been inside the Paris Opera; my timing was never right. This 19th century Beaux Arts masterpiece is an opulent architectural … Read More
