Isabella Fine Lingerie

END OF THE YEAR SALE ANNOUNCEMENT!

2009-12-27T15:10:00.002-06:00

IT'S SALE TIME AT ISABELLA

Sale starts DECEMBER 28th 2009

$5 - $10 - $15 - $20 - $25 + more

End of the year blowout sale featuring brands such as:

SPANX
COSABELLA
FREYA
FANTASIE
MARIE JO
PRIMA DONNA
LE MYSTERE
ON GOSSAMER
HUIT
+
MORE

Isabella Fine Lingerie 840 W Armitage Chicago IL 60614 773 281 2352

Something Old, Something New ... or Something Neon Leopard??

2009-04-07T14:20:00.002-05:00

Bridal season is here! Popular May and June weddings mean showers and bachelorette parties starting now. Here are our picks for the best of the best bridal and bachelorette gifts!

Honeydew Fine Mesh Camisole/Boyleg -- $36 for the set
This fun mesh camisole set is available in great contrasting colors and even new neon leopard! grrrrrrr!

Is she a hot pink girl? or yellow leopard? Check them out here:

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2039&pfid=IFL03488

Personalized Initial Cosmetic Bags

Looking for a gift that you know your girlfriend will use but never buy herself?

We love these initial cosmetic bags that are available in 35! (YES) 35 colors! Buy them for your bridesmaids, maybe pick the bride's wedding color? or something blue perhaps? So many options!!

View all 35 colors here!
http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4910&pfid=IFL03571

Another adorable number from Honeydew! This set is super soft modal fabric its perfect for sleeping or just running around being cute ... the bride will appreciate this set because she will actually wear it again and again and again!

Want to see the other color? Click here:
http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2039&pfid=IFL03566

The perfect extra addition to your lingerie gift .... a candle that burns into massage oil. YES! You heard me correct - they burn into a moisturizing massage oil .. and no worries - they melt at a low melting point.

This AFTERGLOW set comes in 5 different scents and comes complete with a brush .. how sexy! $25 http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4910&pfid=IFL03573

Also available in a large massage candle with a spout for pouring for $55 and a sweet sampler set of 3 small candles for $35

Small Band... Larger Cup .... NEW STYLES!

2009-03-13T15:57:00.002-05:00

We know how hard it is to find the perfect fit or something pretty when you have a small ribcage but have an 'ample' chest. Behold - Fantasie and Freya... Gorgeous new styles for Spring from both:

New from Freya - Claudia - Available to a J cup!!
http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=680&pfid=IFL03541

Always available -Arabella - Sexy, sheer black with pink bra from Freya. Available up to a J cup!
http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=680&pfid=IFL02578

Got the blues? This gorgeous, super supportive bra from Fantasie - Connie - is amazing and nearly seamless under clothes!
http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=680&pfid=IFL03545

New Spring Arrivals from Cosabella

2009-03-01T11:35:00.002-06:00

Yes, there is still snow falling from the sky ... but hey, it's MARCH! That means Spring is right around the corner! We have brand new fresh colored arrivals from Cosabella. And new sale items posted in order to make room for even more spring merchandise.

Pearl Chemise by Cosabella in brand gorgeous new pink/purple color Cyclamine

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03459

Along the same hot pink/purple lines .. this Rosangel chemise with ruffled bottom is so sexy and cute!

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03548

The classic Cosabella style Lexy is now available in a beautiful mint green.

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03550

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Cosabella at Isabella!

2009-02-01T15:27:00.006-06:00

Join us THIS THURSDAY Feb 5th from 5-8pm for a night of VIP shopping, bartenders serving up cool cocktails and best of all ... Receive a FREE Never Say Never Thong with a $50 Cosabella purchase!

Cosabella will be showing off their brand new Never Say Never collection . This brand new collection is an all stretch lace underwire bra, bralette, low rise and regular rise thong and boyshort!

BEER BRATS AND BRAS

2009-01-21T11:59:00.002-06:00

Attention: Husbands, Boyfriends and All Men that Love
Beer, Brats and Bras!

Isabella Fine Lingerie's 1st Annual BEER, BRATS and BRAS event is on Sunday, February 8th from 11am to 5pm. Drink beer, eat grilled brats and start your Valentine's Day shopping!

Those guys waiting until the last minute can enjoy free beer while they shop for that perfect piece of lingerie during Isabella's extended hours, February 12th and 13th from 5pm - 8pm.

Shoppers looking for something special shouldn’t worry if they are unsure what size to buy. If their lucky ladies have shopped at Isabella before, the staff will have sizes and styles on file.

Let's be honest, that makes shopping for Valentine's Day a no-brainer. If this is a first time gift, that's easy too--Isabella has a fully trained staff that will help shoppers choose the right size and style for that lovely lady in their lives.

THIS JUST IN! Zovo Lace Thongs!

2008-12-21T13:16:00.004-06:00

Zovo Thongs to the Rescue!

Introducing our new fave! Zovo lace thongs!

Stretch lace thong with comfortable and sexy cotton/lycra lining for inside front panel.
We love the flat seams, the lined front and prettier lace than those 'other' lace thongs. AND the best feature - they are sold in sizes! P/S, S/M and M/L ... Because, let's be honest, one size does NOT fit all!
We have test driven them, washed them a bunch ... and the results are in ...

THEY ARE PERFECT.

Great rise ... lays totally flat!

To purchase and see color options click here! http://shopisabella.com/category.asp?catid=12013

Oh how we love STELLINA ... Let me count the ways ....

2008-12-06T10:24:00.002-06:00

Ok, Ok we admit it, we are obsessed!! Stellina has captured our heart. But, really, who wouldn't want to be wrapped up in 100% ring spun super soft cotton while sipping hot cocoa by the fire?

Stellina Pajamas
Available in Pink, Cocoa, Kiwi, Butter and Cloud. We dare you to only buy one pair.
We think these are the most flattering pajamas on every body type. Great long and lean leg with a slight bell (if you have hips, dont fret, they adjust to your shape), comfortable and thin elastic waistband, a men's style button down top that is not boxy, but snug in the right places. Feminine and sophisticated, these are the pajamas we have been dreaming about.

Stellina Nightshirt
Get tangled up in long pants when you sleep? Stellina has the solution ... the perfect nightshirt!
Same flattering style with long sleeves that hits just above the knee.

Stellina Robes
So, you don't have the time to visit the spa as often as you would like .... no problem! Wrap yourself up in one of these 3 different robe options from Stellina, close your eyes and may your troubles disappear!

Baby Terry/Cotton Jersey Wrap Robe

This 80% baby terry robe with 100% cotton jersey lining is available in a short or long version.
Perfect for right out of the shower!! The short falls just above the knee, and the long falls just above the ankle. And did we mention the hood? Genius.

Ring Spun Cotton Wrap Robe
Made from the same glorious soft ring spun cotton as the famous Stellina pajamas. This wrap robe is great if you get toasty while blow drying your hair, or just need a great all weather robe. Sleek and short (falls just above the knee) this robe is perfect for traveling too!

See the entire Stellina collection in our online boutique!

http://shopisabella.com/category.asp?catid=11604

Tis the Season for Silk ....

2008-11-30T16:24:00.003-06:00

There is nothing that makes a woman feel more special, more beautiful or more confident than a silk nightgown or pair of silk pajamas. She may not purchase it for herself, but if she receives it as a gift, you can be sure that she will cherish it for a lifetime.

These are our favorite silk pieces of the season:

Silk Pajamas

Simple and elegant. Fit flattering and tapered.
http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=3016&pfid=IFL03472

Sexy and silky. A little more of a fuller cut with gorgeous embroidered
lace details at the wrists and ankles.
http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=3016&pfid=IFL03473

Silk Chemises

Great shape for a larger bust. Very figure flattering.
http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03476

Great for a smaller bust - gorgeous lace detailing.
http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03475

Silk Robes

Short and sweet. Silk wrap just above the knee.
http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=3016&pfid=IFL03467

The greatest combination. Terry and Silk .... reversible. How wonderful!!
Flip to the terry side when you step out of the shower or flip to the silk side
when you want to cozy up!
http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=3016&pfid=IFL03407

Lovely Lace at Isabella

2008-11-20T12:37:00.003-06:00

This just in ... Lace, Lace and more Lace for the Holidays .. or any day!

The Pearl Collection by Cosabella

Gorgeous sheer underwire bra, also available in Scarlet. Supportive demi style with pretty straps that can be shown. Great feel-good set to wear to those upcoming holiday parties! Make it a complete package with the matching garterbelt!

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=680&pfid=IFL03460

Beautiful and super soft sheer lace chemise, also available in Scarlet. Perfect for sleeping or even to wear as a slip for the fun vintage feel!

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03459

The Lucia Bra from The Little Bra Company

Desire a little 'ooomph', have a dress or top that needs a little push up? Or maybe you just want to turn things up a notch? Behold. The best cleavage enhancing bra yet! Available in A and B cups only, sizing does run on the petite side, so you may wish to go up in the band if you are in between sizes. (Larger cups don't fret.. more for you coming right up!) Also available in black.

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=680&pfid=IFL03262

And, of course you need the matching boyleg! Also available in black.

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?pfid=IFL03276

The Darcey Balcony Bra from Freya

This sexy, supportive ivory and black lace bra by Freya is available up to a G cup and starts at a 28 band size! 3 cheers for Freya and Isabella! This balcony style bra is great for lower cut dresses or tops and the lace is flat enough for everyday wear. Sexy and basic? Perfect! Don't forget to make it a matching set ... the boyleg as shown here has a sheer back with an adorable ivory lace heart. Not a boyleg girl? There is also a thong option. This style is also available in pink (however, sizes may be limited).

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=680&pfid=IFL03404

Isabella is .. Your home for the holidays.

2008-11-14T10:39:00.007-06:00

It's holiday time! We have compiled a list of our favorite gift items.
Don't forget the gifts for yourself! Because you deserve it!

The SEXY gift.
Stunning bustier by Carmen Marc Valvo by Cosabella.

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2044&pfid=IFL03414

Jimmy Jane Massage Candle.
How sinfully amazing are these? A candle that not only fills your room and senses with the most awesome blends of mood inducing aromas .. AND burns into massage oil! Check out the handy spout ... and don't worry, it has a low melting/burning point ... when you pour the hot oil out .. it is a lovely warm temperature.

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2044&pfid=IFL03062

The 'Win/Win' Gift ~ For ANYONE on your list

The Barefoot Dreams Throw.
Ridiculously soft and large enough to cover your feet and up over your head. Talk about cozy. Available in Espresso and Cream. (Other colors available by special order).

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4910&pfid=IFL03359

The Nest Holiday Candle.
Shown here is the 3 wick, 150 hour burning time masterpiece. This mandarin orange, pomegranate, pine, clove and cinnamon with a hint of vanilla and amber is just delicious. Picture this: Your favorite couch, your Barefoot Dreams throw, this Nest holiday candle burning, sipping on a hot toddy ... sounds like perfection to me! Or maybe for the hostess with the mostess that has everything?

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4910&pfid=IFL03394

The Boyfriend/Hubby gift to Girlfriend/Wife

The V chemise from SheandMe.
Sexy yet comfortable and covered enough for breakfast with the family or inlaws! We love that it has pockets. What a treat! Maybe you could slip a diamond bauble in the pocket ... now, you're talkin!

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=2040&pfid=IFL03419

The Julianna Rae Silk /Terry Reversible Robe.
The gift you covet, but would not buy for yourself. Rich terry with subtle silk details on one side and luxurious silk on the other. We think any woman would be lucky to have this in their closet.

http://www.shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=3016&pfid=IFL03407

The 'My friend has everything' Gift!

We have one word for you : Stellina. THE most flattering, most comfortable pajamas ever.
Collect all of the yummy colors ... kiwi, chocolate, pink, white and butter. We think this is one of those instances where you say ' one for me, one for you' .

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=3016&pfid=IFL03369

The Hollywood Fashion wardrobe solution pack.
One of our clients mentioned she is going to do this for her girlfriends ... and frankly, we think the idea is brilliant. Why not put together every wardrobe solution you could imagine in a one stop shop. Silicone inserts, reuseable silicone nipple covers, fashion tape, ice/heat bag for puffy eyes or headache, clear bra straps and a cool contraption that makes any bra a racerback! ...
Go ahead and mix and match however you'd like.

http://shopisabella.com/category.asp?catid=5521

And remember, a gift certificate is still a thoughtful and generous gift! Give us a call at 773 281 2352 and we are more than happy to wrap one up and send it you anyone on your list!

Still stumped? Give our helpful staff at call 773 281 2352 or send us an email at customerservice@shopisabella.com ... let us know what you are looking for, or tell us about the person you are buying for! We love to pick out gifts!

Pregnancy Bra Tips

2007-10-29T17:03:00.000-05:00

image courtesy of www.wwtdd.com

So, you are pregs or you know someone that is expecting... The belly is going to grow and so are the 'girls' ! Here are some bra shopping tips for buying bras for your pregnancy!

Tip 1 - How to gauge your 'new' bra size.
Start with your pre-pregnancy size - As a rule of thumb, you will go up one band size and approximatley 2 cup sizes by the time the stork arrives. So if you are a 34B pre-pregnancy - you should expect to peek at a 36D about a month or so before your due date.

Love this bra from Bella Materna! Non-wire seamless nursing bra now up to a G/H cup!

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4905&pfid=IFL02547

Tip 2 - What bra should I buy in the beginning?
In your first trimester your breasts will grow by leaps and bounds .. they will be sore and you may feel that even if you can still fit into your True Religions .. you may not be fitting into your tops the same as you did last month. Time for a new bra!
We, at Isabella, suggest buying bras once you begin to notice this change. If you are newly pregnant, it may not be necessary to go up a band size until your ribcage starts to expand ( by going up a band size too early, you may compromise your support) - But, you will want to increase your cup size by at least one cup. Remember, it is OK if you do not completely fill the cup - trust us, you will!! ( By tightening the bra straps you will help bring the cup closer to the body - just make sure the bra band does not ride up in doing so - if this happens, go DOWN a band size - you were probably wearing too large to begin with).

Tip 3 - My breasts haven't changed that much and i'm in my 6th month! Do I need new bras?

We have seen this happen a lot - no need to worry if your 'cups do not runneth over' ... Everyone is different and every body handles pregnancy in different ways. Make sure that you moniter your breast growth as your due date grows near. And make sure that you bring a properly sized nursing bra to the hospital for delivery.
A proper fit will be one or two cup sizes larger ( you may or may not need to go up a band size - as your ribcage will begin to come back to normal the weeks after giving birth). Usually, if your breasts do not grow by the time you reach your 3rd trimester -- you will become VERY full after giving birth! We call this a 'Dolly Parton' situation! - Day before birth you can be the same as your pre-pregnancy size and BAM! after you give birth - you look like Dolly!
Another great solution for this if you are unsure of size - is to purchase a nursing camisole that is size SML.

We love this nursing cami from Bella Materna

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4905&pfid=IFL02723

Tip 4 -- Help! I am already a large cup size and i'm only in my first trimester! Nursing bras for me?
Yes!! Of course ... We have nursing bras up to a K cup! Yes .. a K cup! Try this great cotton nursing bra from Goddess:

http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=4905&pfid=IFL02901

Please contact us if you have any questions or comments!! We are here to help customerservice@shopisabella.com
And remember, if you are unsure of your bra size .. you can always visit the boobologist at www.shopisabella.com/boobologist to upload a picture of yourself wearing a light colored top ... we will guide you to the perfect size and shape bra!

Things are gettin' steamy at Isabella!

2007-04-29T21:26:00.000-05:00

The windows at Isabella are sure to be fogging up after these collections hit the sales floor ...

Ladies and Gentlemen, meet Carol Malony! Online and in store....any minute

Or .... Release your inner burlesque fantasies with these:

Undrest is the Best!

2007-03-28T17:25:00.000-05:00

We just love knickersblog.com! They just test drove the Undrest Marissa set! Here's what they have to say!

Product Review: Alison tries Undrest’s “Marissa” set

March 27, 2007

Kicking off our Review Week is new Knickers addition Alison, who tried out one of the lovely new sets from Undrest. If you like the Brazillian-inspired style of Undrest, stay tuned as we’ll be covering more Brazillian-cut knickers this week!
Undrest “Marissa” Panty and Bralette

Undrest Marissa Bralette
Undrest Marissa panties

Price: from $48
Get them at: Shop Isabella, Faire Frou Frou, and other pieces at Bittersweet Butterfly
Sizes: XS,S,M,L
Colours: Cream/Cream trim, Menthe/Cream trim, Peach/Cream trim
Range includes: Marissa Bikini Knickers, Bralette, Camisole, Girlshorts

This sexy Brazilian-cut “Marissa” set from the designers at Undrest are made from 100% Supima Cotton (a type of cotton grown predominately in the US, OZ and Peru – for those of you who like me have never heard of it!) and as a result, are amazingly soft and sensual. The cotton has been teamed with traditional French lace and opulent cream silk ties to create unusual and sexy lingerie set in sanguine pastel colours.

Having used the Brazilian all-derrieres-look-great-in-this cut, the bikini knickers may be preferred by those who like a low-cut brief. Similarly, the bralette (pictured first) is ideal for less buxomly challenged, but there’s also a camisole on offer. The knickers have ribbon ties at the sides so you’d be advised to wear something non-figure hugging with this set. Gorgeous as they are, the ribbons do have a tendency to create unwanted bumps where you don’t want them. (Editor’s note — I tried the matching girlshorts and they proved much more practical for everyday wear — and look at that adorable heart!)

This lovely Lolita-esque set is perfect for the romantic and for the sexy, traditional femme in you and is a definite weekend outfit – think crisp white sheets, croissants and coffee and the sun streaming in as you wake up looking like the goddess that you are…
The Scores

Comfort: 5/5
Sexiness: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5
VPL risk: 3/5
Practicality: 3/5
Style: 5/5

Try them out yourself! http://shopisabella.com/product.asp?lt=c&catid=2228&pfid=IFL02652

Who Loves HONEYDEW?

2007-03-21T21:11:00.000-05:00

We do! We do! And apparently, so you do! Due to popular demand .. we will have the LARGEST Honeydew selection in the WORLD ( yes, the world!! ) starting April 13th at 2238 W Roscoe!

We're serious.

Birthday, Bachelorette, Rainy day, Happy day ... we will have EVERY color. EVERY size. EVERY style. EVERY day.

Isabella on Roscoe or call it ISABELLADEW!!

OPENS APRIL 13th! 2238 W Roscoe!

Club Isabella Credit Redemption Date Announcement

2007-03-21T21:08:00.000-05:00

CLUB MEMBER STORE CREDIT REDEMPTION DATES:
If you are a club member, you have been racking up some serious store credit since January 1st! For every $50 you have spent since then, you will recieve $5 in store credit - redeemable APRIL 15th - APRIL 29th!
Still not a club member? It is never too late to join! Call us at 773 281 2352 or email our Club Coordinator Alyssa@shopisabella.com

HUGE SALE @ ISABELLA

2007-03-21T20:57:00.000-05:00

Howdy - RSVP NOW for our biggest, baddest, sale of the year! Thursday April 5th from 7-9pm ONLY!
We decided to wait for the weather to warm up a bit so we didn't have a line of lovely freezing ladies waiting to get in!
$10 buckets of bras, undies, camisole, pajamas .... up to 80% off on Cosabella, Parah, Honeydew, Le Mystere, On Gossamer and more!! This is the sale NOT to miss.
RSVP now to customerservice@shopisabella.com with your name, phone and the guests you are bringing or call us at 773 281 2352.

Houston, We have a new favorite designer....

2007-03-03T19:57:00.000-06:00

We are SO excited to give you a sneak peek at our new obsession ...

The Lake & Stars!

Arriving in store this Spring ...

Bralets, garterbelts, chemises and more with an incredible modern/vintage vibe. We just hope we have enough in stock for everyone! This Spring collection is not to be missed!

Are you a Club Isabella member? If so, you'll get first dibs! If not ... email customerservice@shopisabella.com or call 773 281 2352 to get more information on how to become a member!
xo Isabella

Welcome to ShopIsabella.com!

2007-02-03T15:46:00.000-06:00

Welcome to ShopIsabella.com!! In this area we will be blogging about new merchandise arrivals, special sale/event announcements, client fit before and afters ( really, you will be amazed!) oh and tons of designer gossip and dirt!
Stay tuned.