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| - Slowly but steadily, I'm tossing out all my VS undergarments and making room for finer, sassier pieces to add to my boudoir of sorts.
Personal style can be reflected in both your outerwear and underwear (at least in my opinion). And because everyone's mind goes directly to the gutter, yes, lingerie is used on many different "occasions" ;) but it can also be worn during the daytime. Who says you can't wear an Italian bralette underneath your work uniform? No one. Like Jade W. mentioned in her review, "lingerie is one of the best indulgences." And French lace can be a confidence booster.
Kiki de Montparnasse, La Perla and AP are your main luxury lingerie designers in Vegas. I've shopped at all three and AP seems to fit me the best. In my experience, the bra bands tend to be more comfortable and have more stretch. I generally stay away from the 'risqué' designs--if you catch my drift-- which in reality take up 95% of the store. But they do have styles that you can actually wear under clothes in your regular life while still having that signature sexy AP look.
Service is excellent and I've found the girls here much more attentive. And while we're comparing sales associates, I feel the girls here are more "real". Less snooty retail girl and more actual sales consultant. As with all fine lingerie salons, your sales consultant is supposed to help you dress to make sure you have the right fit. And ladies, don't lie to yourselves when you think "you know" your bra size. You have the option of dressing solo but I suggest to let your SC into your fitting room and let the girl do her job. Every piece can vary in size and hey, it can't hurt to have a second opinion right?
I do have a rule of thumb when shopping here though. Italian-made is worth paying full-price for. However, everything else should be bought on sale. Maybe its the snob in me but imported items from Morocco, China, Turkey etc. don't deserve a $300+ price tag. Just wait till the End-of-Season when its 50% off. I think they have a Spring sale and a Fall sale. Similar to other luxury designers, I suspect they launch new collections seasonally.
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