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

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 ....

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

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.

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

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!

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!

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