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Event Lingerie Française on parade ontemporary French lingerie designers are inspired not only by the culture and style of France, but also by the innovation of European textile manufacturers to make comfort both beautiful and universally appealing. A recent exclusive show held at Hazelton Lanes in Toronto offered its audience the opportunity to see for themselves the exquisite creations of French designers, in a recreation of the bedroom. Lingerie Française brands Antigel, Chantelle, Elixir, Empreinte, Lejaby, Lise Charmel and Passionata showcased their latest collections, also allowing a special sneak peek at what’s to come for Spring 2008, providing the perfect opportunity to view the trends for the busy lingerie shopping seasons of Christmas and Valentine’s Day. Attendees were treated not only to sensational lingerie, but 15 stunning models, enchanting music and numerous accessories to help narrate each label’s story. The 30-minute fashion show featured something for everyone; from the couture-quality look of Lise Charmel to the provocative, yet irreverent Antigel; and from the comfortable beauty of Chantelle and Lejaby to the wit and flair of Passionata. Two labels, Empreinte and Elixir, are renowned for fitting more voluptuous figures, while remembering that sensuality and style matter at any size. And the French je ne sais quoi didn’t end on the runway; the show was produced by Promincor, which promotes French lingerie around the world, and Run Productions, known for adding a French flair to all its events. Other show partners and sponsors included the French Trade Commission, Hazelton Lanes, Andrews, Browns Shoes, Elle Canada, Yves Saint Laurent, Evian, Corby Distilleries, Poulain Chocolate, Baccarat, and Leoni Hair Design. The unique show was also made possible through Defi-La Mode de France, the Committee for the Development and Promotion of French Clothing, which promotes France’s apparel industry via training programs for producers and marketers of clothing and “made in France” products worldwide. http://www.naturana.com http://www.naturana.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of THE BEST OF INTIMA – BIANNUAL – FEBRUARY 2008

Cover
CONTENTS
EDITORIAL
SHOP SCOUTINGWORLDWIDE - Boi’s selection from Asia to Europe
NEWER NOTABLES
- Bravo Boutique (USA)
- Les Garçons (France)
- Marlies Dekkers (France)
- I.D.Sarrieri (Romania)
- Chantelle (France)
- Santo Babado (Brazil)
- Vannina Vesperini (France)
PHOTO SHOOT - Let’s Rock
PORTRAIT - Elle Macpherson
LAUNCHING
- Kineba
- Guia La Bruna, Luminess
- Leesa Lu
TRENDS FW 08/09
- Nostalgic Home
- Breath of Lavender
- Deep Forest
- Sweet Passion
- Urban Spirit
PHOTO SHOOT - Spy Story
DOSSIER - US spa industry in focus
EVENTS
- Neiman Marcus’ 100th Anniversay
- The Hug Award
- Lingerie Française
- The Femmy Awards
- Photo shoot Esmod
INTERVIEW - Cosabella, 25 years of success
BUSINESS NEWS
- Empreinte North America
- Agent Provocateur
- Christies, Wacoal, Bendon
- Radici, Maglificio Ripa
- Hyosung
EXHIBITION UPDATE
- SIL
- CurveNV, CurveNY
- Lingerie Americas
EXCLUSIVE - Intima T-Shirt, 4th Edition
CALENDAR - Major trade fairs around the world
NETWORK EXPRESS - Network Dessous’ ten worldwide magazines
MARKET OVERVIEW - The Maple Leaf, Canada
EVENTS - The Best Shop Awards
EXCLUSIVE - The Stocking Story
VIEW FOR YOU - Kush, Enell, Sprint Aquatics, Soak, the bra(g)
BEST SELLERS - Major brand’s best-selling items for S/S 08
CATWALKS
FABRIC TRENDS S/S 09
- Delicate Innocence
- Air of Refinement
- Ethnic Modernity
- Eco Poetry
- Blooming Cocktail

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