La Perla introduces ShapeCouture collection

La Perla is launching the exclusive ShapeCouture collection that includes the innovative ‘LYCRA® beauty: The Science of Shaping’. In the La Perla ShapeCouture collection, beauty is not just in the shaping effect but also in the style of each single item: the refined criss-cross designs that outline the high-waist panty or the suspender belt corset, the ‘glimpse-but-not-see’ effect on the sides of the full slip and the nude cuts on the bra neckline. The collection gives shaping performances with a look inspired by legendary actresses such as Silvana Mangano and Sofia Loren. Two colours have been chosen for the range: sensual black and hot red. The preview of the La Perla ShapeCouture collection will be in Paris on 4 September 2010 at 6pm on the Invista stand at the Mode City fair.

Jean-Paul Gaultier designs lingerie collection for La Perla

Jean-Paul Gaultier and La Perla have collaborated on an exclusive collection of lingerie. Models available include: a waist cincher corset to the slip that follows the curves of the body; extra-high briefs that hug the hips to the bustier and highlight the neckline; a backstitch satin bra with a shoulder-strap motif and glove-holding strings and a suspender belt with protégé; there is also bras and a body with the famous pointed cups recalling the costumes created by Gaultier for Madonna’s 1990 Blond Ambition tour. Black and powder pink colours take precedence and there is also coral and bleu canard. The special limited edition garments will be presented on 7 July in Paris during the Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn/Winter 2010-2011 Haute Couture show.