Romancing Red
What French Women are Wearing this Month
Look of the month
Yes, the French brought us courtly love and the art of seduction, but don’t except to see French women prancing around Paris in red sequins and matching stilettos for Valentine’s day. Remember, French women aren’t ostentatious; they’re all about discrete seduction and playful sensuality. Witness this 100% French ensemble, starting with a sly red beauty from The Kooples. Made entirely from embroidered lace, it features an openwork band at the waist, a taffeta slip for sexy but tasteful see-through effects, and a little red bow. It’s all about being suggestive, not overly revealing.
What to wear under this gem? You know what we’re thinking: Our favorite Empreinte bra, the Melody, in semi-sheer ruby red Chantilly lace with molded cups and side-seam boning for extra support - and a lovely red bow as well. The Rolls Royce of lingerie, Empreinte has been the go-to brand for French women for longer than you’ve been alive (no kidding).
Topping off the look is the oh-so-Parisian Chloé Nile minaudière clutch in smooth calfskin, Sandro Audrey court suede pumps with leopard print, divine Francis Kurkdjian perfume, and, of course, the final touch: trademark radiant red Yves St. Laurent lipstick.
Oh, and one last thing: Don’t forget that romance is a state of mind, so yes, please do wear your heart on your sleeve this month!
Yes, the French brought us courtly love and the art of seduction, but don’t except to see French women prancing around Paris in red sequins and matching stilettos for Valentine’s day. Remember, French women aren’t ostentatious; they’re all about discrete seduction and playful sensuality. Witness this 100% French ensemble, starting with a sly red beauty from The Kooples. Made entirely from embroidered lace, it features an openwork band at the waist, a taffeta slip for sexy but tasteful see-through effects, and a little red bow. It’s all about being suggestive, not overly revealing.
What to wear under this gem? You know what we’re thinking: Our favorite Empreinte bra, the Melody, in semi-sheer ruby red Chantilly lace with molded cups and side-seam boning for extra support - and a lovely red bow as well. The Rolls Royce of lingerie, Empreinte has been the go-to brand for French women for longer than you’ve been alive (no kidding).
Topping off the look is the oh-so-Parisian Chloé Nile minaudière clutch in smooth calfskin, Sandro Audrey court suede pumps with leopard print, divine Francis Kurkdjian perfume, and, of course, the final touch: trademark radiant red Yves St. Laurent lipstick.
Oh, and one last thing: Don’t forget that romance is a state of mind, so yes, please do wear your heart on your sleeve this month!
