Archive for December, 2011

On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me ten sensational sets by Bravissimo.
The Fern Bra by Panache in this pretty plum print, gives fabulous shape and support. With central bow and lace lilac trim it will quickly become a favourite due to its incredible fit. The Bubbles Bra by Bravissimo is a really fun print, that will definitely cheer you up on a rainy day. It is a Bravissimo favourite, because it gives an incredible upfront, rounded shape. The Broderie Bra by Bravissimo is a gorgeously simple, sexy and pretty bra, with the mix of embroidery and threaded with organza ribbon, it is also super comfortable. The Zara Bra by Panache is elegant and versatile, available in luxurious satin fabric with interchangeable straps for halterneck tops. The Tango Plunge Bra by Panache is a great option if you don’t want to show too much cleavage and is perfect for lower cut tops, available in eight colours. The Boudoir Beau Bra by Bravissimo is exclusive to Bravissimo and offers great shape and comfort, it’s fast gaining lots of fans. The Melody Full Cup Bra by Panache is a full cup, underwired and creates a wonderful natural shape, available in six colours. The Naomi Bra by Freya is a really stylish bra, available in on trend dogtooth print and contrasted with fuchsia bows with a gorgeous geometric floral fabric. The Dotty Spot Bra by Bravissimo is a gorgeous vintage fifties style bra in black/cafe, also available aqua/red, it’s a fuller cup than a normal balconette, and the matching shorts feature a super cute pocket on the back. The Parisian Plume bra by Bravissimo, is flirty and exceptionally flattering. Even though it is a half cup, it offers great uplift and support. It comes in blackberry for the sexier option, or in aqua for a sophisticated look.
Nine party season tops from Pepperberry.
Eight great party dresses from Pepperberry.
Seven black bras from Bravissimo.
Six T-shirt bras.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, my true love sent to me eleven amazing accessories.
The Three Strand Beaded Necklace, with black glass beads and silver squares, is so easy to wear, it will work with most tops in your wardrobe. The Ring Hoop Necklace is a great daywear necklace, it will finish off any outfit. It combines shell, acrylic beads and chain beautifully creating a Boho look. The Bib Necklace in silver, is a statement necklace, this trend continues to be a strong theme and will look great with occasion wear or a sexy going out top. The Bauble Necklace looks nothing like the baubles on your tree. It combines black, glass and silver beads and will look great with daywear or an evening look and if you really want to make an impact, then there is the matching Bauble Bracelet that will complete the look. The Five Strand Necklace, available in ivory, is simple and classic, made from Freshwater pearl and Afgan jade bead, this would be a perfect necklace for a wedding. The Woven Gem Necklace, is a beautiful ethnic style necklace, it comes in gold/black and is nickel free. The Strand Bracelet in teal, is made from glass beads would look fabulous teamed with your favourite party dress. The Dual Beaded Necklace, available in gold or silver, is small, simple and perfectly formed and will be perfect if you like your jewellery subtle. For a bit of sparkle, the ‘Silver’ Pearl Crystal Necklace is a great choice, a glamorous vintage style design, made from glass pearl on rhodium silver chain, with diamante style glass stones, wear it with the matching ‘Silver’ Diamanté Bracelet for a classic look.
Ten sensational sets by Bravissimo.
Nine party season tops from Pepperberry.
Eight great party dresses from Pepperberry.
Seven black bras from Bravissimo.
Six T-shirt bras.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the twelve day of Christmas, my true love sent to me Twelve Bravissimo gift vouchers!
Eleven amazing accessories.
Ten sensational sets by Bravissimo.
Nine party season tops from Pepperberry.
Eight great party dresses from Pepperberry.
Seven black bras from Bravissimo.
Six T-shirt bras.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Bravissimo Ladies!

On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love sent to me seven black bras from Bravissimo.
The Andorra Bra by Panache, is a really pretty bra. It is made from stretchy lace, which makes it soft and comfortable to wear and it gives fabulous uplift and support. The Alana Bra by Bravissimo, is a Bravissimo favourite and our best selling style, exclusive to Bravissimo, it gives incredible shape. The Belle Bra by Fantasie, is a true Bravissimo classic featuring stunning lace embroidery and a fuller cup that offers that little bit more coverage. The Tango Balconette Bra by Panache is another popular style, as it creates amazing shape but has the comfort factor too. The Melody Balconette Bra by Panache is a perfect everyday bra and is made from wonderfully soft fabric, it offers unbeatable comfort and support. The Elodie Bra by Fantasie is gaining many fans, as it gives you fantastic upfront shape because of its clever side seam, which pulls you in and pushes you forward. The Faye Bra by Freya is a newer version of the old favourite. The Pollyanna bra is a lovely comfortable bra, with a gorgeous geometric floral fabric.
Six T-shirt bras.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the eighth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me eight great party dresses from Pepperberry.
The Taffeta Check Dress, a gorgeous dress for Hogmanay, with its plaid print in shimmering fabric, it has a keyhole feature around the neckline and a coordinating black patent belt. The Rose Jacquard A-line Dress is a really flattering fifties shape, making the most of your waist, it is made from jacquard fabric and available in purple. The Platinum Shift Dress is a stunning party dress, in the body con style, that is so on trend at the moment, this one will be sure to turn heads. The Spot Print Prom Dress is a really fun fifties style frock with net underskirt, available in jacquard taffeta fabric, with a large spot print. The Cowl Back Jersey Maxi Dress available in black, is an elegant and classic LBD that you will find yourself wanting to wear, again and again. The Embellished Bandeau Dress is another gorgeous LBD, fitted at the waist and flaring out, with a boned bodice and diamante detail at the waist. This dress also features detachable straps, so you can wear it strapless also. The Coral Diamanté Shift Dress is a stunning, body con fitted satin dress with capped sleeves, a keyhole detail at the back and a diamante belt. The Rose Print Prom Dress is another fifties style prom dress, with a plain purple bodice and floral skirt, it has a gorgeous matching purple bow that highlights the waist area.
Seven black bras from Bravissimo.
Six T-shirt bras.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the ninth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me nine party season tops from Pepperberry.
The Jersey Chiffon Trim Topis a gorgeous teal top is made from soft jersey with an added sheen, it’s close fitting with a ruching detail, a perfect night out top! The Beaded Neck Top, this LBT is great for over the festive period, it hits the right balance between casual and glamorous, with the combination of cotton and sequins. The Sequin Shoulder Jumper in teal is another Christmas cracker of a top, the neckline makes it ultra flattering for bigger boobs and it has sequin embellishment, for that bit of Christmas sparkle. The Satin Trim Blouse is the perfect top for Christmas day, smart, sophisticated and in the sale, what could be better? Snuggling up on New Years Day, The Long Sleeve Slub Jersey Top is the perfect top to do it in, it is available in oatmeal/marl, so, is so versatile, it would look equally fabulous with a plaid jacket or with some layered knitwear. The Wrap Jersey Top in teal is super flattering and sexy, it is a wrap front style, so it flatters the boobs, and is made from stretch jersey with a sheen, another winning night-out top! The Mandarin Collar Blouse would look fabulous worn with a pencil skirt or skinny jeans, it is made from chiffon and is an empire line top, which highlights your narrowest part of your body. It has capped sleeves and comes in the lovely ditsy floral print. The Jewel Neck Top in cobalt is a lovely Indian inspired top, with it’s jeweled neckline, there is no need for a necklace, this will look stunning with palazzo pants. The Satin Bodice is a wonderful top for a NYE party. It’s so classic, it will become a wardrobe staple. It’s available in black and has an integrated underwired bra within it, so you can go braless. Wear with an evening tuxedo jacket for understated chic.
Eight great party dresses from Pepperberry.
Seven black bras from Bravissimo.
Six T-shirt bras.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, four gorgeous silky satin bras. The dotty Bettie Mae Bra by Bravissimo in coral fabric with spot mesh finish and light padding a deep plunge for low cut dresses. The Demi Diva Bra by Bravissimo, available in Pillarbox Red with leopard print bows, creates amazing cleavage and offers great support for a half cup. The utterly glam Capella Bra by Masquerade, available in champagne with its sweetheart plunge neckline. The Belle Bra by Fantasie, comes in five stunning shades, it’s a really classic and is great if you prefer a covered up option.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
A brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay, in bra size GG.

On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday. This pretty bra features delicate embroidery and is available in black, blush, peach, white and poppy red. It gives great support and fits like a dream. A firm favourite with our Bravissimo ladies, as it creates wonderful shape.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me six T-shirt bras. The ever popular Deco continues to be a favourite, it is a moulded style plunge, which gives amazing cleavage and shape and comes in four colours, including the latest addition – graphite. The Porcelain plunge bra by Panache, is perfect for everyday wear and minimizes show-through under fitted clothes. The Porcelain bra by Panache is great for girls with more ample boobs, as it is cut higher in the cup, also seamfree, for that lovely smooth silhouette. The Smoothing Seamfree Bra by Fantasie is great for girls who love a moulded cup. The second Smoothing Seamfree Bra by Fantasie, gives more coverage, and is still seamfree, we suggest going down a cup size with this one. The third Smoothing Seamfree Bra by Fantasie, disappears under clothes creating a gorgeous natural shape.
Five Ariza Bras by Panache, for Monday to Friday.
Four gorgeous silky satin bras.
Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay, in bra size GG.
It’s really fashionable and on trend, with its animal print design, it is available in jade and graphite, it is a padded half cup with a pretty central ribbon and bow. It offers a lovely rounded shape and great support. It really is, utterly gorgeous!

On the second day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, Two lovely presents from Pepperberry.
The Drape Maxi Dress in ruby and a Swirl Bangle. This stunning maxi is in stretchy jersey with a lovely sheen. Fully lined, with a sexy keyhole feature on the back and with 20% off all party dresses, it’s a great buy. The bracelet is simple and classic and could be worn with any outfit. It comes in silver and gold and is nickel free.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

On the third day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, Three pieces of super cosy nightwear.
The PJ Cami Top by Bravissimo in berry, some Soft Jersey PJ Bottoms by Bravissimo and the Geometric Print PJ Bottoms by Bravissimo. The PJ Cami Top is pretty and flattering, it has a ruffle edging, it is very comfortable in bed, because of it’s wire free integral bra. The PJ Bottoms have a frill detail round the waist, available in black, perfect for lounging and sleeping. The really fun printed Geometric Print PJ Bottoms by Bravissimo, are made from a brushed-cotton feel fabric, that makes them so soft to touch.
Two lovely things from Pepperberry.
And a brand new Vava Bra by Miss Mandalay in bra size GG.

A few things are coming to an end this week, it’s the final of X Factor this weekend, it’s become part of our lives in the last 3 months, and even if you aren’t a fan it’s been difficult to ignore. The rating wars with Strictly, all the controversy about backstage bullying and bickering judges have made the news – daily. Strictly Come Dancing finishes next week also. No more glitz and glamour and Paso Dobles, what are we going to do with our Saturday nights now? Well, there are always Christmas cards to write, or you could do a bit of last minute Christmas shopping online.

Bravissimo are saying goodbye to a few old favourites, we are discontinuing some styles of lingerie, so if you have your eye on one of these for yourself, or for a Christmas present then be quick as once they’re gone, they’re gone.

The stunning satin Tiffany Basque by Masquerade is available in black and ivory, the bodice is boned creating an amazing curvaceous shape and it is underwired and lightly padded and can be worn with or without straps.

The Miracle Body by Ultimo is so smooth, it is super comfortable to wear and creates a lovely silhouette. It has a thong back and the straps works in three different positions, so you can wear with a backless dress or top.

We are sad to see the Broderie Bra by Bravissimo go, as it’s such a pretty bra, it comes in black, white, violet, cornflower and apricot, so you have a colour for every day of the week. This bra is an underwired balconette and is made from lovely lace embroidery with threaded with organza ribbon. This would make a fantastic Christmas present with the matching shorts and thong.

The Ariza Bra by Panache comes in gorgeous delicate embroidery, it gives fabulous shape and support and is an underwired balconette. It is available in black, blush, peach, white, poppy/red, and midnight/pink.

The Rio Bra by Freya has been a very popular bra with our Bravissimo ladies. It is a simple supportive bra and has been used in our stores for our customers first fitting as it gives a lovely rounded shape. It’s a great every day bra and is available in black, white and nude.

So it is goodbye for now old friends and thanks for your support!

The beginning of new week and hello to the Festive Season! As soon as December arrives there’s a collective sigh of relief as people begin to wind down towards the Christmas break. If you can ignore the over-commercial nature in the run up to Christmas it is still a really special time of year, and it’s possible to immerse yourself in all the traditions and events that show the real spirit of Christmas. Even if you’re a bit of a ‘Bah Humbug’, you may still find a little bit of joy in our Bravissimo ‘Christmassy Things To Do’ guide.

Somerset House in London has just opened their now famous Christmas ice rink. There is no better place to practice your ‘Dancing on Ice’ steps than in the beautiful and breathtaking surroundings of Somerset House. They have normal skating sessions, a skate school for people who want to learn to skate, and they even hold club nights, starting with the London summer festival Lovebox coming to the ice this very weekend.

Not to be left out, the rest of the country are going ice crazy too, The Ice Factor is 900 sq. m rink in York and is part of the Winter Wonderland Village Square. Or for an authentic Christmas atmosphere, you can skate to the sound of the choir, at the rink next to 11th-century Winchester Cathedral. You will find other rinks at Spinningfields in Manchester, one in Cardiff next to City Hall, the Eden Project, Cornwall and one of Europe’s biggest and most awe inspiring, is at the foot of Edinburgh Castle.

If you don’t want to take the risk of breaking a bone before the December 25th, how about meandering around a Christmas Market. Christmas Markets began as early as the late middle ages in Germanic Europe, one of the oldest recorded is Dresden Christmas Market, first held in 1434, it is still going today and attracts between 1.5 and 2 million people a year. There are some amazing Christmas markets up and down the UK check out http://www.christmasmarkets.com/ for one local to you. Here is a selection… Traditional Christmas Market in Glasgow at St Enoch Square, Nottingham Christmas Market Smithy Row, Leeds Christkindelmarkt Traditional German Christmas Market, Bath Christmas Market and Dickens Christmas Market At Rochester Castle.

How about listening to something magical, that is guaranteed to make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck. English Cathedral Choirs are performing in Cathedrals all over the country. Take a look at the music schedules listed on the Cathedral websites there will be a mixture of free and ticketed events. There are carols at Winchester Cathedral on 9th December at 2.30pm and Carols By Candlelight on 22nd December 2011 at 7:30 pm at Ely Cathedral. And for the ultimate experience, if you are visiting London have a look at the music programme at St Pauls http://www.stpauls.co.uk there are many carols concerts taking place, starting with The Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten, this coming Saturday 10th December at 5pm.

Christmas can be more than just buying presents; it can also be about sharing amazing experiences with your loved ones.