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There's never a bad time of year to buy lingerie, although you could argue that February is the best time. What with the most romantic holiday of the year sandwiched in the middle of the month, splurging on a little lace (and maybe some NSFW gadgets) just feels right. Whether you have your very own Christian Grey waiting to see you in his office or you're stuck waiting in the lobby of love, we've updated our list of Miami's best lingerie stores for those of you who prefer a tantalizingly tactile experience when shopping.
This time we've arranged the list alphabetically, making sure to include not only places where you can find splurgy undergarments for a special occasion, but also basic ones for everyday wear. New additions include the Queen of England's official undergarment outfitter, Rigby & Peller, and La Perla's outlet store at Sawgrass Mills. Also new are shapewear and hosiery experts Wolford, as well as Jockey in case you need to stock up on basic undies. Let us know what you think in the comments, or whisper any suggestions for the next round via our tipline.
Soma has mastered the art of tasteful bras for bigger cup sizes. In addition to lingerie, you'll also find sleepwear, loungewear, and highly effective shapewear. Invest in Soma's Vanishing collection, which mysteriously smoothes out those pesky back rolls and tummy bulges.
The lingerie you find at Anthropologie doesn't scream sexy; it whispers it. There's a softly hued arrangement of delicate chemises, bras pretty enough that it hurts to plop a shirt over them and slips that are partially excusable to wear out of the house sans an outer layer. It's the craftsmanship of these intimates that makes them so covetable by women, and perhaps by their partners too.
If you aren't drawn in to at least appreciate the lacy undergarments on the mannequins at Bloomingdale's Aventura you must be in quite the bedroom rut. The store's top sellers are Chantelle, Calvin Klein, On Gossamer, Wacoal and L'Agent by Agent Provocateur, and you can also find Miss Studio by La Perla and Stella McCartney.
Picture a sultry bedroom scene from a black and white film noir film, and you're picturing a clip that's outfitted in La Perla. It's more elegant than it is playful; the type of lingerie that only the most serious of lovers wear. Pricey is one way to describe the brand; seriously seductive is another. Its two-story Bal Harbour boutique is definitely not one to miss, however there's a shiny new La Perla outlet at Sawgrass Mills– because feeling sexy isn't a luxury, it's a right.
You can't help but feel like a showgirl from the Moulin Rouge when sifting through the array of vintage intimates at L.A. Boudoir. The decor consists of antique burlesque fans, battered old trunks, and if you can't find the pinup piece you're looking for, its owner can design and create custom lingerie and clothing for you.
Eberjey originally began as an underwear brand for laterally challenged, flat-bottomed women, however it's expanded so far south that Miami has three locations. It's allure is in its simplicity– think easy breezy chemises, soft to the touch robes and ethereally pale intimates– however the brand has created the perfect bralet for every one of your tricky top situations.
Ballin in the bedroom on a budget? Forever21 has a pretty decent selection of intimates that range from $3 to $12. While they probably won't last you but a few months, they'll get the job done for a one night stand that's so not worth a heavy investment in lace.
The only thing better than buying Cosabella is buying Cosabella at 40 percent off. The Miami-based brand recently made some changes in its South Beach store, and so now it's The Cosabella Cut Outlet, which offers Cosabella’s best sellers and past fashion collections at 40 percent off. You can still shop its current collections online, and trust us when we say its 2016 is not one to miss.
Like Anthropologie and Eberjey, Free People has those sheer bralets and subtle intimates that make you want to curl up with a nice cup of tea in a cabin somewhere. Also notable is the brand's deliciously soft sleepwear which is so on trend you may end up wearing it outside of the house.
Agent Provocateur is like the Bridget Bardot of the lingerie world. The brand has a sultry yet cheeky sexiness to it without ever losing its feminine allure. Yes, it's pricey (an average bra will run you over $200), but when you see your curves being hugged in Agent Provocateur's intricately laced details, you may never want to take it off even when the doors are sealed.
Formerly Sexy Secrets, Le Beauty Room is the only place in Miami where you can not only buy lingerie, but also learn how to properly seduce people in your new purchase. The store offers pole dancing lessons and parties, perfect for a bachelorette or birthday shindig, as well as plenty of kinky items to get it going under the covers (if role playing is your thing). You can also find sexy Halloween costumes here and swimwear.
The one great thing about lingerie is that it takes years, if not decades, for something to go out of style. Although Wacoal can be found at Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Nieman Marcus and other department stores, nothing beats snagging a matching set of boy shorts and racerbacks at half-price. Dolphin Mall has a Wacoal outlet store, so be sure to check it out if you're a bombshell on a budget.
If you're looking for no-frill intimates, the kind that fit seamlessly under a white tee, then Maidenform is your brand. While you can find it at Macy's and other department stores, you can purchase the same bras, undies, and shapewear at the brand's outlet store for 25 to 50 percent off the retail price. There's also a location in Midtown Miami.
Located in the heart of The City Beautiful, Gables Corset Shoppe offers more than its name suggests. It specializes in carrying high-end European brands like Chantelle, Primadonna, and Simone Perele, and very elegant styles. Find fashionable and fully supportive bras, luxurious sleepwear, effective shapewear, hosiery, and, of course, corsets. Gables Corset Shoppe also has a great selection of bridal lingerie, so make sure to stop by after bridal gown shopping on Miami's own "wedding row."
So you want no nonsense bras and no frills panties, huh? Jockey is your store. It is, without question, one of the most recognizable underwear brand in the world, so expect to find tons of basic, cotton styles to choose from.
Rigby & Peller is the official undergarment outfitter of the queen of England. Yes, that queen of England. The English brand made its U.S. debut just last year and Aventura was lucky enough to score a store. Rigby & Peller places emphasis on finding you the perfect fitting undergarments that are as elegant as they are right for your body. You can drop by the store for a fitting consultation or make an appointment in advance.
Wolford is known best for its tights and hosiery, but NEVER underestimate its shapewear and lingerie. The brand has mastered the art of tummy-tucking slips, slimming body suits, push-up bras and lifting briefs– wardrobe essentials that are so worth the investment. Most items are over $100, however there's a Wolford outlet at Sawgrass Mills where you can score some deals.
Soma has mastered the art of tasteful bras for bigger cup sizes. In addition to lingerie, you'll also find sleepwear, loungewear, and highly effective shapewear. Invest in Soma's Vanishing collection, which mysteriously smoothes out those pesky back rolls and tummy bulges.
The lingerie you find at Anthropologie doesn't scream sexy; it whispers it. There's a softly hued arrangement of delicate chemises, bras pretty enough that it hurts to plop a shirt over them and slips that are partially excusable to wear out of the house sans an outer layer. It's the craftsmanship of these intimates that makes them so covetable by women, and perhaps by their partners too.
If you aren't drawn in to at least appreciate the lacy undergarments on the mannequins at Bloomingdale's Aventura you must be in quite the bedroom rut. The store's top sellers are Chantelle, Calvin Klein, On Gossamer, Wacoal and L'Agent by Agent Provocateur, and you can also find Miss Studio by La Perla and Stella McCartney.
Picture a sultry bedroom scene from a black and white film noir film, and you're picturing a clip that's outfitted in La Perla. It's more elegant than it is playful; the type of lingerie that only the most serious of lovers wear. Pricey is one way to describe the brand; seriously seductive is another. Its two-story Bal Harbour boutique is definitely not one to miss, however there's a shiny new La Perla outlet at Sawgrass Mills– because feeling sexy isn't a luxury, it's a right.
You can't help but feel like a showgirl from the Moulin Rouge when sifting through the array of vintage intimates at L.A. Boudoir. The decor consists of antique burlesque fans, battered old trunks, and if you can't find the pinup piece you're looking for, its owner can design and create custom lingerie and clothing for you.
Eberjey originally began as an underwear brand for laterally challenged, flat-bottomed women, however it's expanded so far south that Miami has three locations. It's allure is in its simplicity– think easy breezy chemises, soft to the touch robes and ethereally pale intimates– however the brand has created the perfect bralet for every one of your tricky top situations.
Ballin in the bedroom on a budget? Forever21 has a pretty decent selection of intimates that range from $3 to $12. While they probably won't last you but a few months, they'll get the job done for a one night stand that's so not worth a heavy investment in lace.
The only thing better than buying Cosabella is buying Cosabella at 40 percent off. The Miami-based brand recently made some changes in its South Beach store, and so now it's The Cosabella Cut Outlet, which offers Cosabella’s best sellers and past fashion collections at 40 percent off. You can still shop its current collections online, and trust us when we say its 2016 is not one to miss.
Like Anthropologie and Eberjey, Free People has those sheer bralets and subtle intimates that make you want to curl up with a nice cup of tea in a cabin somewhere. Also notable is the brand's deliciously soft sleepwear which is so on trend you may end up wearing it outside of the house.
Agent Provocateur is like the Bridget Bardot of the lingerie world. The brand has a sultry yet cheeky sexiness to it without ever losing its feminine allure. Yes, it's pricey (an average bra will run you over $200), but when you see your curves being hugged in Agent Provocateur's intricately laced details, you may never want to take it off even when the doors are sealed.
Formerly Sexy Secrets, Le Beauty Room is the only place in Miami where you can not only buy lingerie, but also learn how to properly seduce people in your new purchase. The store offers pole dancing lessons and parties, perfect for a bachelorette or birthday shindig, as well as plenty of kinky items to get it going under the covers (if role playing is your thing). You can also find sexy Halloween costumes here and swimwear.
The one great thing about lingerie is that it takes years, if not decades, for something to go out of style. Although Wacoal can be found at Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Nieman Marcus and other department stores, nothing beats snagging a matching set of boy shorts and racerbacks at half-price. Dolphin Mall has a Wacoal outlet store, so be sure to check it out if you're a bombshell on a budget.
If you're looking for no-frill intimates, the kind that fit seamlessly under a white tee, then Maidenform is your brand. While you can find it at Macy's and other department stores, you can purchase the same bras, undies, and shapewear at the brand's outlet store for 25 to 50 percent off the retail price. There's also a location in Midtown Miami.
Located in the heart of The City Beautiful, Gables Corset Shoppe offers more than its name suggests. It specializes in carrying high-end European brands like Chantelle, Primadonna, and Simone Perele, and very elegant styles. Find fashionable and fully supportive bras, luxurious sleepwear, effective shapewear, hosiery, and, of course, corsets. Gables Corset Shoppe also has a great selection of bridal lingerie, so make sure to stop by after bridal gown shopping on Miami's own "wedding row."
So you want no nonsense bras and no frills panties, huh? Jockey is your store. It is, without question, one of the most recognizable underwear brand in the world, so expect to find tons of basic, cotton styles to choose from.
Rigby & Peller is the official undergarment outfitter of the queen of England. Yes, that queen of England. The English brand made its U.S. debut just last year and Aventura was lucky enough to score a store. Rigby & Peller places emphasis on finding you the perfect fitting undergarments that are as elegant as they are right for your body. You can drop by the store for a fitting consultation or make an appointment in advance.
Wolford is known best for its tights and hosiery, but NEVER underestimate its shapewear and lingerie. The brand has mastered the art of tummy-tucking slips, slimming body suits, push-up bras and lifting briefs– wardrobe essentials that are so worth the investment. Most items are over $100, however there's a Wolford outlet at Sawgrass Mills where you can score some deals.
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