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New to figleaves.com: Midnight Grace DD+ Nightwear

There is a lot of excitement at figleaves HQ around the launch of our beautiful new DD+ nightwear collection.  We caught up with Alexandra Dorrell our Trainee Buyer for Womenswear to get the inside scoop on the inspirations behind the new collection, as well as what it’s like to be a buyer here at figleaves.com.

How did you become a buyer at figleaves? I started at figleaves as an intern working on both the men’s and women’s departments. The Trainee Buyers on each department had just been promoted to Assistant Buyers, so I was asked to fill in as a Trainee Buyer. After 2 months I was taken on as the permanent Trainee Buyer on Womenswear.

What do you do in a typical day? The great thing about buying is no two days are ever the same. Day to day my role varies greatly, I could be doing anything from ordering samples from suppliers, researching new trends or meeting with marketing to suggest product ideas for our latest campaign.

What do you enjoy most about your job? I love all aspects of my job but going to brand viewings and seeing all their new products is definitely my favourite bit. I find it really exciting to see what will be coming up in the next few seasons.

Can you tell us a bit about the new DD+ nightwear? Our DD+ lingerie has always been our most popular range so it seemed a natural progression to offer DD+ nightwear as well. Developed under our DD+ brand Midnight Grace, we have created a capsule range which includes key pieces that can be worn together or mix and matched with customer’s existing items.

How does designing DD+ nightwear compare with normal nightwear? The principal of designing is the same for any shape or size you have to consider everything from prints to colours and most importantly fit. The difference with DD+ nightwear is that you have to take more care to ensure that the bodice cut and coverage will flatter a bigger bust while still retaining the same sexiness and comfort that customers want.

Which is your favourite piece from the new collection? I love the Pink Chemise, I think it’s a great colour and has really pretty lace detailing at the bust. I also think Cami’s are great as you can wear them with PJ bottoms you already have or with the matching Midnight Grace PJ bottoms.

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Warehouse Sale Alert!

On Saturday 31^st March between 10am and 2pm we’re holding a special sale at our warehouse in Haverhill. With prices starting from as little as £1, make sure you don’t miss out on your chance to grab a bargain!

 

Midnight Grace Preppy Stripe Underwired Tankini Top.

After listening to your feedback on the Midnight Grace by figleaves.com Dolly Stripe Tankini Top our designers have been hard at work to ensure that our new collection is simply irresistible. Now featuring an integral hook and eye, this tankini top offers a great fit, fantastic support and ultra comfort.

Mid Season Sale: Top Picks

Who can resist a sale, especially when it’s as jam packed with gorgeous products and huge discounts as our mid season sale!

Here’s the highlights.

An amazing 30% off Mimi Holliday by Damaris – Club Tropicana Collection

30% off Simone Perele’s Alize Collection

Bargain Buy! A massive 50% off the gorgeous Eda Esmeralda Bikini

And a top pick for him, 30% off our bestselling Calvin Klein Cotton Stripe And Logo 2 Pack Trunk Gift Set

Who said tights are just for winter?

Move over boring black tights and say hello to the hottest new trend in hosiery. Whether they’re lace, prints, fishnets or stockings, this season statement tights are a must-have. From Hollywood to Buckingham Palace, the biggest names in fashion such as Rihanna, Jessie J and the Duchess of Cambridge have all been spotted embracing stylish hosiery this spring.

Here are our some of our faves!

Pretty Polly Dashing Bow Tights

Jonathan Aston Romance Tights

Trasparenze Blomst Tight

Guest Post: From Bump, Birth & Beyond

I feel like I’ve been really busy recently, but on reflection I don’t think I’ve done that much! I did have my 20 week scan on March 6th - it was amazing! The detail of the baby is unreal, they even showed us (in colour) the blood pumping through it’s little heart! It’s at the 20 week scan you can find out the sex, Zach and I decided not to find out and will be waiting for the surprise at the birth. I still cannot believe I’m already over half way through!

Everyone at work and at home seem excited about the up and coming Baby arrival,  I’ve been getting lots of hints and tips. I know I still have a way to go but people have been asking how I feel about giving birth as it’s my first. I can genuinely say I am not fazed...yet! The way I see it is that the baby has to come out one way or another, there is no point worrying about it, but no doubt as it gets closer I’ll probably change my tune lol!

Now don’t laugh... my friend Chloe started a knitting club which I go to every Wednesday, obviously being pregnant I have decided to knit something baby related. I decided to start with this papoose! Fingers crossed it goes ok. I only taught myself to knit less than a year ago and haven’t got in that much practice.

Oh, I also got another new swimsuit, well a tankini. This one is a bit more fun as it has cute print. I will let you know how I get on with the swimming next time.

Speak soon

Keeley x

Our SS12 Lingerie Shoot Bought to Life!

 

Treat your mum this Mother’s Day!

For Mother’s Day we’ve partnered up with spa experts, SpaFinder to offer our fans an amazing competition to win a £100 SpaFinder e-voucher and £50 figleaves e-gift card EACH for you and your mum.

For more details on how to enter find the competition here.

In the meantime...save £5 on orders over £50 at SpaFinder for Mother’s Day. Visit www.spafinder.co.uk and enter code “figleaves” in the shopping cart.

Lingerie Giveaway!

Sensational Summer Shades

Our new collection for Spring is full of delicious colour popping shades. They are all so gorgeous, how are we meant to just pick one favourite?! xx