Frederick's of Hollywood Blog

Last night the hottest party in Hollywood took place at our Flagship store! We debuted our premier corset collection and of course celebrated the launch of our world-famous costumes.

Snap Yourself was there with a crazy fun photobooth, the LA Dollhouse girls did a surprise flash mob in our corsets (they looked HOT) and of course the paparazzi were there taking photos!

A big thanks to our sponsors Just Chill, Russian Standard, Pop Beauty and Karma Tequila. And of course a huge thank you to everyone who turned out. It was a blast and we’ll see you at the next big bash!  To see our new costumes and check out our newest corsets, head to fredericks.com.

Between the glory that is New York Fashion Week and Karl Lagerfeld’s birthday, we at Frederick’s are feeling very inspired. Here’s a round-up of our favorite images this week (Zac Posen, swoon) including Lagerfeld’s iconic style, Choupette and the easy way to incorporate jet set into your everyday style via Vera Wang.

Image via collegefashion.net.

Meet Karl Lagerfeld and the most famous feline in fashion, Choupette. With two nannies and as many Ipads to keep her happy, she has the glamorous life that cats (and most people) can only dream of! Karl is of course wearing his signature black glasses, ponytail, and riding gloves, a look he’s adhered to since the early ’90s. See pictures of a young, very buff Karl here.

Image via Jezebel.com

Zac Posen took the spring by storm with retro, ladylike silhouettes, atomic prints and heavy bangs. The return of this ’60s-inspired look is definitely encouraging us to go through our closets and repurpose some of last year’s staples!

Image via fabsugar.com

Forget hopping a plane! Vera Wang has brought the lush fabrics of India to you for spring. This is especially exciting given the rich colors and jewel-toned accents–you can definitely transition fall’s offerings into the next season. Win-win!

We know fall has just launched in stores around you, in fact we just put out the new version of our catalog here, but it’s never to early to start looking ahead!  What runway looks have had you swooning?

Though summer has officially ended this weekend, most of us will be experiencing a heat wave for another few months—after all, cooler temps don’t just happen overnight. So, what to do when white is supposed to be out of the picture and you’re faced with a family BBQ in 100-degree weather? Wear it of course! Part of the fun of fashion is breaking the rules. And, if any one questions you, let them know white was a Winter 2012 runway staple. Here are our top 3 pieces to wear far into fall:

Left to right: Sheer Crimped Blouse, Cropped Jegging, and  One-Shoulder Monaco Dress.   

Sheer blouses, denim and party dresses are the easiest pieces to transition to a new season. Simply add a slouchy sweater, knee-high boots or colorful tights and you’ve immediately refreshed a “summer” piece.  With a little forethought, wearing white after Labor Day isn’t a faux-pas, it’s an on-trend statement!

We’ve heard your comments from customer service and read them on Facebook. You asked and we listened. We’re thrilled to announce that starting today shoppers will enjoy a revamped and enhanced plus-size department filled with an incredible selection of styles and extended sizes up to 3X and 46F, shown on Frederick’s first ever plus-size models. To celebrate, we’ve teamed up with Plus Model Magazine for an exciting giveaway!

Items shown: Katherine Satin Chemise Plus and the Audrey Mesh & Lace Chemise Plus. 

Items shown: Sheer Crimped Blouse and the Hollywood Dream Full-Figure Lace Halter Corset. 

Pick your favorite look from Frederick’s of Hollywood  and click here to enter.  The contest runs through August, 31 2012. The winner will be announced on the PLUS Model Magazine blog and on the PLUS Model Magazine Facebook Page September 2nd, 2012. See more styles on our website or head over to our Pinterest page and to enjoy the new Perfect Plus Size Fashion board!

Though the temperatures across the country have hit all time highs, in the fashion world it’s all about fall. We’ve selected some of our most-loved items (and most lush imagery) from the new collection to take your mind off the heat. Enjoy, and stay tuned for more looks from the ready-to-wear selection that’s coming up!

Items shown: Lace Over Satin Bra, Burnout Velvet Teddy, Rita Babydoll and Lace Back Bikini Panty.

Classic lingerie gets a boost in the new season with lace detailing and sleek new silhouettes. Expect to see glamour back in full force this fall with satin, velvet and sheer accents standing at the forefront.

Items shown: Katherine Chemise, Peacock Corset, Irresistible Balconette Bra, Hollywood Corset Lace Bra.

Sumptuous jewel tones, intricate hand beading and sparkling rhinestones add a luxurious feel throughout the entire collection. Shop your favorites and all the new styles at fredericks.com. What’s your favorite piece?