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Monday, January 7, 2008

The Boudoir Aficionada

A woman's private bedroom is more than just a place to lay one's head. The word "bedroom" hardly captures the glamorous spirit and iconic image of this unmistakably fashionable locale. The Grand Mademoiselle prefers to think of the bedroom as the boudoir, that sacred space to which she can retreat from the world and indulge in girlish fantasies or spend hours preparing herself with lotions and potions for a night on the town. The boudoir is 1920's Paris, replete with lavish pink silks, faintly musty and extravagantly over-sized powder puffs, mauve caked rouge, delicate stockings, and the heady musk of amber and orchid. In truth, the Grand M's boudoir looks nothing like this, but the image is intoxicating and translates perfectly to a demure yet coquettish fashion outlook. How does one set the boudoir mood? Three essential pieces comprise the cornerstone of the boudoir atmosphere: A monogrammed pink silk robe, the perfect fragrance, and a pair of elegant and irreverently artistic ballet flats. When in search of the perfect piece of lingerie, look no further than Agent Provocateur, the ultimate boudoir designer and the Grand M's personal favorite. The understated yet brashly feminine tone of Agent's creations are sure to satisfy your fantasy. In setting the perfect tone, pick Agent Provocateur's own Dressing Gown in classic pink silk with black piping details and a gorgeous monogram on the sash. As you leisurely adorn yourself in front of a lavishly ornamental mirror, take the time to dab a drop of Badgley Mischka's Fleurs De Nuit behind each ear and knee. This gorgeous blend of silky woods, amber, peach, jasmine, and lily is described as glamorous, vintage, and elegant, which epitomizes the essence of the boudoir. To complete your preparation for an evening out in a boudoir mood, don Barefoot Tess's Dublin flat. Not a slipper, this romantic ballet is fashioned from an edgy metallic brocade fabric that twists gracefully across the toes, leaving just a tiny peek of your undoubtedly manicured tootsies. With these pieces, you'll never want to leave the comfort of your own boudoir. Just remember: the boudoir is a place to indulge yourself and to be alone...even while you imagine the man you're going out to meet.

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