Lucile – Live In Confidence
Lingerie is the first thing you put on in the morning and can set the tone for the rest of your day. Wether you are an A cup or J cup, a gorgeous lingerie set will make you look and feel good- even if you have to wear a uniform to work, having brightly coloured lingerie on under your clothes will give you a boost that no greying pants with frayed edges and snapped elastic can!
There is no point in wearing a fabulous dress if you are wearing baggy grey pants that spoil the whole effect. Knowing you look good from head to toe can give you the confidence to do anything from getting that promotion to snatching a hot date! This confidence is catching, ensuring you light up every room you walk into.
Learn from French women, not only are they the mistresses of seduction but the envy of women for the world over for making it all seem so effortless! They more than anyone know the power and importance of good lingerie and invest a lot of time ensuring their lingerie drawers are just as chic as their wardrobes, and as a result always exude confidence and feminity and always get their guy!
Everyone we fit here at Lucile always comments on the difference a correctly fitting bra can make. Your posture is improved, your breasts are lifted and supported, you look slimmer and your clothes fit better giving you an instant makeover that will last for ever and is much easier than slogging away at the gym!
We hear from many women who are amazed at the difference the right lingerie has made to them and their confidence. When you feel good about yourself that feeling is communicated to the people through your attitude and body language, instantly making you more attractive to people.
Spring is the perfect time to invest in your lingerie drawer- new season, new you! Throw off all those winter layers and prepare for more revealing summer clothes with pretty underwear. Buying correctly fitting lingerie means that you will look good all year round!
Lucile lingerie is all about making every woman look and feel great, no matter what their shape or size. Our fantastic lingerie selection includes Myla, Mimi Holliday, Fleur T, Empreinte, Aubade, Marie- Jo and Prima Donna amongst others, with something for every budget and every occasion.
Inspired by the work of Lady Duff Gordon (1863-1935) and the original revolutionary Lucile brand, Lucile lingerie is the brainchild of Camilla Blois, the great-great-great granddaughter of Lady Duff Gordon.
‘I love lingerie; it’s my favourite part of my wardrobe and is so important to how women feel about themselves. My grandmother had beautiful couture houses in Paris, London and New York and was the first house to make lingerie for women, freeing them from constrictive corsets and Edwardian dress.’
Feeling frustrated at the lack of choice in desirable and functional lingerie available, Camilla decided to open her own store, ‘where women can come in and feel inspired by the beautiful products on offer and be comfortable buying for themselves in a private and luxurious environment. I thought of everything I wanted from a lingerie store and incorporated them all into Lucile.’
We believe that every woman should be able to wear beautiful, luxurious lingerie everyday whether they are running errands, absorbed in meetings or spending the day in bed.
Our boutique only offers the finest fabrics from the most covetable brands such as Damaris and Mimi Holliday, divine pieces from one of the most sought after lingerie houses in the world to make you feel like a goddess, Madame V s which is sophisticated, sensual lingerie and gifts that create a truly seductive experience for you.
Aubade which is over 100 years old, use their experience to create lingerie that shapes and flatters every figure. Designed with modern silhouettes and clothing in mind, Aubade lingerie looks great at any time. Marie Jo and Prima Donna offer an unrivalled level of comfort, cater for women of all sizes and for every occasion.
Italian style and sensuality are prominent in Verde Veronica and Verdissima resulting in sophisticated and desirable lingerie. One of the most sought after swimwear brands available, Heidi Klein offer elegant, flattering swimwear and accessories for the perfect holiday wardrobe and making you the envy of the beach! And specially designed for fuller busts, Empreinte create feminine, seductive and practical lingerie with your comfort specifically in mind.
Lucile Lingerie Boutique
Lucile, the beautiful lingerie boutique on Police Street, Manchester has been has been acquiring a cult following since their opening in November. Inspired by the Lucile couture houses founded by owner Camilla Blois’ great-great-great Grandmother, Lady Duff Gordon in 1890, this beautiful boutique has quickly established itself as a must stop shop for women in the North West.
Frustrated by the lack of desirable and functional lingerie available, Camilla has packed Lucile full of exclusive to Manchester brands such as Myla, Marie-Jo, Mimi Holliday, Simone Perele, Fleur of England, Aubade, Empreinte, Coco Ribbon and Prima Donna as well as beachwear from Heidi Klein and Myla.
The Lucile boutique is reminiscent of the infamous Rose Rooms where Lady Duff Gordon first introduced Edwardian society to lingerie, throwing away corsets and slipping them into beautiful handmade silk negligees instead. Camilla has created a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the high street, with the plush changing rooms with the all important adjustable lighting and where there is always a glass of wine to hand! Family photographs and pictures of original Lucile designs are nestled amongst the beautiful lingerie giving the shop a truly personal feel- a refreshing change from the harsh lighting of department stores!
Lucile promotes a Parisian approach to lingerie, emphasising the power of lingerie and the importance of ensuring that your undergarments do justice to your carefully considered wardrobe by flattering your figure and instilling a confidence in women that will take you from the boardroom to the bedroom. ‘I think beautiful lingerie adds to the feminine mystique’ says Camilla ‘There is no point wearing a beautiful dress with killer heels and glittering jewels if underneath it all you are wearing greying pants with snapped elastic!’
As we all know wearing the right bra size is an absolute must, ‘I have seen women transform their figures by finding their true bra size. It corrects your posture, defines your waist and instantly makes you lose a couple of inches’ Camilla explains ‘the difference it can make to a woman is amazing and of course this change in body shape instantly makes you more confident.’
The knowledge of the Lucile staff is second to none , using traditional measuring methods (without a tape measure in sight) these girls understand about fit, comfort, fabric and colouring even working in conjunction with a local tailor to ensure the perfect fit for every individual. With a range of sizes starting at 28 backs and going up to an H cup, there is something for everyone at Lucile.
As we approach summer and are casting away are winter layers there has never been a better time to start considering the contents of your underwear drawer and with their irresistible collection and expert knowledge Lucile is the perfect place to start!
Lucile, 7 Police Street Manchester M2 7LQ, Tel. 0161 8353286 www.lucileandco.com