the best strapless bra ever

So I found another one, what a peachy beauty it is. I also found you the best strapless bra. Simone Perele at Journelle. Not too padded, pretty lace and the nude colour isn't offensive. Have a great weekend x 

lingerie sale

Possibly the most comfortable knickers in the world, all sorts of colours, check the Flaunt Boutique closing sale...and make sure you have a look at the Cosabella bras too...

cos hong kong...what the fashion editors buy

So did you pop into the new Cos store in Hong Kong yesterday? Did you love it? I quizzed a few fashion editor friends in London on what they go for...they always pick up simple dresses for work, well cut jackets which look way more expensive that they are, and classic tops and trousers in great colours. They also reckon the underwear is very reasonable. So enjoy Hong Kongers! And Cos Gods...next stop NYC please...

simple black dress

Sometimes simple is best. Zoe Saldana proves it in this Lanston black dress.

*image by Red Carpet Fashion Awards

Create your own look with...

A Topshop racer-back tank dress (try H&M and Zara for similar)

Comfortable, cute, adjustable bras by Cosabella (from Journelle in NYC and Flaunt in HK)

American Apparel belt (they have a great selection)

Office sandals (delighted to find the Office range in Topshop in NYC)

christmas gift guide...part three...bea

Last, but not least, Bea. Incredibly busy and very important. The world will implode if she takes her eye off her blackberry. She needs to chill. Insist that she relaxes this Christmas and indulge her with...

a glamorous hotel room for the night (Mr & Mrs Smith)
starry silk pyjamas to wear in...or out of the house (J.Crew at Net-A-Porter)

a desk in bed...for when the world does indeed implode (iwoodesign)
stylish print cushions to please the eye (Launched yesterday...Korla Home and Jali Designs)
a comedy Christmas jumper which makes her giggle (Mulberry)
a subtle print watch to distract her from checking her phone (Liberty)
fashion trump cards...to amuse (Amazon)
a scented candle from Saigon...to calm (Cochine)
a pair of cosy cashmere slippers (Madeleine Thompson for Cowshed)

a pretty play suit to float around in (Beautiful Bottoms)

hong kong christmas sales: 10+ pop-up store

There are so many to choose from. I'd just pick this one. I love all the designers (Madeleine Thomspon, Flaunt, nude is rude, niin, Marielle Byworth and more...) plus we love The Space. I'm off on a little holiday now (yes bloggers can take time off) so keep warm, don't be naughty and see you soon x

secret sales in a tiny world

Last week I opened the door to meet Kaitlin (amazing PR in NY) and bumped into Will, who I met about six years ago at a friends house in London, where he had a brief fling with another friend Fi :) Ridiculously TINY world. So here are some sales around the globe (Lola & Syd in Sydney, Cochine and Beautiful Bottoms in London), we know people everywhere and anywhere, and if they are sane, they might just want to go shopping...so pass it on...

hong kong shopping: jenna leigh new and exclusive at flaunt boutique

I spied Jenna Leigh in Journelle in New York and Emily just happened to be launching her collection in Flaunt in Hong Kong...stylish, sexy and verging on practical, this line rocks (check the naughty minx below)...

london and hong kong secret sales...

...a ridiculous amount of secret sales going on this month...you lucky lucky things...

(via Butterboom)

Plus keep the dates free for...

hong kong: avec amour opening party

As mentioned last week pop into the new lingerie boutique to check out Mimi Holliday glamour and much more...

where to shop (and more) in new york + new shops opening in hong kong

I am suffering from a rather good night eating and drinking too much at Beauty & Essex (another Avroko stunner), they serve champagne in the restroom (note the new lingo) which is rather fabulous. So I thought I'd share some NY shopping tips which I have found...

Jo of Cup of Jo has put together a fabulous series of where to eat/stay/shop and much more in New York. I plan on trying all the restaurants and shops over the coming months and working on my own little list too. From her mentions I know Catbird in Williamsburg is a must and so is Madewell. See her guide here for eating....sleeping...and most importantly...shopping :)

I also found this rather good list on Racked NY of The 38 Essential New York Stores.

In Hong Kong look out for new store Polkadot Boutique which is opening this weekend, we'll be checking it out and reporting back next week, and watch out for Avec Amour, a new lingerie boutique which stocks the very pretty brand Mimi Holliday, they will be hosting an opening party next Thursday...

*Random Twiggy image (from here) because I love her style

a date for the diary...emily opens the fabulous flaunt boutique!

sales...preview...store openings

I told you Aberdeen was cool...check these out...today!

hong kong sales: vintage at cat street and summer at the space

Twiggy is excited...and so should you be...

Tacina Smith is coming back to HK to host another fabulous vintage sale. She will be at Cat Street Gallery on Thursday 16th June in the evening, and Friday 17th and Saturday 18th during the day. Expect to see lots of Ossie Clark, Dior, Louis Feraud, Ungaro, Bruce Oldfield, Caroline Charles, Biba and Vivienne Westwood. I went to her last sale and picked up three awesome dresses so you shouldn't miss this one.

Summer Sale at the Space this Saturday, I posted last week so this is just a little reminder to pop along. Some of my favourite brands are there, including Nude is Rude (gorgeous basics), Niin (glam ethical jewelry), Melissa Lo (stylish gems and jewels), Marijoli (unique cuffs, earrings and more), Mirth (interiors heaven), Gizzy & Nacho (cool LA labels), Kapok (Star street style gurus) and Flaunt (flirty and pretty lingerie labels from the US and Aus)...plus much more. See you there x

hong kong sales: save the date for summer at the space

sneak peek at hong kong lingerie boutique flaunt

I featured Flaunt a few weeks ago when they launched in Hong Kong, gorgeous stuff. Founder Emily is launching two new brands and offering a sneak peek at the whole new range next Sunday 17th April in Happy Valley, see details below. Bring your girlfriends, especially those with dodgy grey bras and slightly droopy boobs...ha ha ha...see you there x RSVP: emily@flaunt.hk. 

brand new lingerie boutique opens in hong kong!

Very exciting news flash! Flaunt, a brand new lingerie boutique has launched in Hong Kong! No more dull M&S kickers required, and no need for hideously expensive Selfridges/Figleaves purchases every time we fly home, yiiipppeeeeee! Founder Emily has handpicked a selection of fabulous and famous brands from the United States and Australia, Cosabella, Eberjey and Pleasure State. Luckily I was invited to her showroom for a preview, I came away with a gorgeous turquoise set from Eberjey (totally impractical but heavenly) and I am popping back soon for some goodies from celebrity fave Cosabella. Whilst I was there I quizzed Emily about Flaunt and asked her advice on which lingerie works best with the Spring/Summer trends...

So tell me about flaunt and why you set it up? 

I opened Flaunt to provide what we haven’t been able to find all these years in Hong Kong – a wide range of well fitting, beautiful lingerie easily accessible at your fingertips! Flaunt offers a wide selection of lingerie from your basics to something flirty and romantic all in the mid-price range. I really want women to be excited and to feel good about themselves when shopping for lingerie so I’m providing several services; women can shop online from the privacy of their own home, or make an appointment at the Flaunt showroom, and we also offer bra fittings and lingerie styling.

I know you are focused on styling, so which of your ranges would work best with this seasons silk shirt?
Definitely a staple for your 2011 wardrobe. When wearing a silky shirt it’s the luxurious fabric that you want to showcase, silk is also pretty unforgiving so it will show everything so you also want to make sure you have the right shape. I would suggest the Pleasure States My Fit Push Up Plunge Bra - smooth like a t-shirt bra so no lines and perfect lift and low centre front so you can easily undo that one extra button for that casual look. We have it in both frappe (a nude colour) and white.

What would you advise secretstylist readers to purchase if they had a hot date?

As the myth goes, you always get lucky when you’re wearing granny pants! However I think women should treat themselves and wear beautiful underwear every day. Great lingerie will not only add confidence but will make your outfit fit perfectly. I would choose the Cosabella’s Celine molded bra and thong set – it is in Black mesh with pink detail, a subtle yet sexy number which you can pretty much wear this under anything!

Colour is hot this year, if I want to flash a bra strap which set should I choose?

Yes bright colours are the trend for spring and summer – especially neon's and pinks! Eberjey’s delirious bralet in fuchsia is perfect – a thin strap of colour that will make a basic tank top or off the shoulder number rock! Bralet’s are great for the petite frame and super comfy especially as we head into these hot and humid HK days…

Do you plan on stocking any new brands soon?

Most definitely, I’m really excited as we have two new designers coming in next month – one to answer everyone’s VPL problems and finally a designer that truly believes that good things come in small packages! Customers can join our Flaunt List or follow us on Facebook to find out about new designers launching.

Flaunt’s selection of designers will continue to grow as we want to provide a beautiful collection of designer lingerie for all women in Hong Kong – no matter your size, your style or mood Flaunt will have something for everyone. So if women have particular favourite designers then let me know! We’re here to provide lingerie that fits well so that the women in HK can get out there and just flaunt it!