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If you appreciate high thread count, like Oprah Winfrey does, you’ll adore these pajamas! These Elizabeth Cotton pj’s made from the softest cotton available were featured in the December 2009 “O” List, of “O, The Oprah Magazine”. The 280 thread-count cotton will remind you of the soothing sensation and luxury of crawling into the crispest, softest of bedsheets. The classic button front pajama set features a full length top and pants with a drawstring closure and light elastic at the waist.

Price – $198


Chantelle has revamped their tribal-inspired Africa collection with a new ombre effect which makes this lingerie collection unique. Sylene has these in Denim (shown above) or Eclipse which features black and silver. Both are stunning! The beautiful underwire demi bra features a center seam in the cups and mesh lining on the sides to add support and create beautiful shaping. The bra features embroidered, adjustable straps and embroidered scalloped trim on the cups.

The matching hipster-cut boyshorts from Chantelle feature delicate embroidery in grey and black on sheer mesh and an embroidered scalloped trim around the leg. These beautiful hipster-cut boyshorts from Chantelle feature delicate embroidery on sheer mesh and an embroidered scalloped trim around the leg.

Bra – $98Boyshort – $58


 

 

Success in the City Founder, Cynthia de Lorenzi will share the secrets of successful networking with Washington area women amid the silken lingerie at Sylene of DC’s Chevy Chase store as part of Sylene’s Bras and Bruch series on Sunday, March 7th from 10:30 a.m. until noon. We hope you will join us for discussion, mimosas, and brunch as we raise money for Critters for the Cure.

After relocating to the metro Washington region from Dallas, Texas, Cynthia de Lorenzi discovered that she was missing the personal support system of other successful women that she had enjoyed in Texas. So she decided to throw a one-time networking bash to meet some new friends. Meant merely as a razzle-dazzle Texas-style party to say goodbye to the successful “Sex in the City” cable network show, the party inspired the 70 celebrants to urge Cynthia to arrange for this type of fun again and again! Cynthia created an event-driven organization which offers friendship, fun and social opportunities for professional women to congregate and get to know each other. Success in the City serves women who stand out, lead and influence others. Our objective is to offer programs and events that help our members develop lasting peer relationships with other successful women. Trust and humor are key elements for women in developing lasting friendships and once those relationships are formed, deals-on-heels are sure to follow! Success in the City has grown to more than 300 members and more than 2,500 incredible women subscribers to our newsletter! Come meet Cynthia and learn how you can benefit your career, charitable work, and personal life through networking.

This event will benefit Critters for the Cure, based in Gaithersburg, MD and committed to finding a cure for breast cancer through committed support to patients and survivors with the help of some furry friends. Founder Clancy Kress initiated the program, now in its fourth year, after her best friend Ali received a diagnosis at only 40 years old. For your $15 donation to Critters for the Cure at Bras & Brunch, Sylene will reward you with a $25 gift card which may be used during the month of March.

In addition to the $25 gift card, attendees will be able to purchase a special “DIVA” 6-pack of Hanky Panky thongs for $96.97 ($118 value). They include a Black thong with “Diva” spelled out in clear crystals, Canary, Guava Pink, Capri, Freesia, and Papaya. These are in an assortment of both low-rise and original thong.

WHEN: 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

WHERE:

Sylene of Washington
4407 South Park Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 654-4200
www.sylenedc.com

RSVP required. RSVP at (301) 654-4200 or http://sylene.eventbrite.com/


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Jess McCann, Kerry Reichs, Helen Kestler, Andrea Rodgers and Cathy Alter (photo by Monica True)

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The Books: "You Lost Him at Hello," "Up for Renewal: What Magazines Taught Me About Love, Sex and Starting Over," and "The Best Day of Someone Else's Life"

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Cathy Alter, Andrea Rodgers, Helen Kestler, and Jess McCann

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Guy Friday, Mike Carson with Miss A, Andrea Rodgers

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Answering Relationship Questions

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Top 10 Valentine’s Day Gifts

February 10th, 2010

It’s never too early to plan for Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re shopping for something sexy to wear for the man in your life, or whether you’re shopping for something sexy to spoil your little lady, Sylene of Washington has everything you want. Here’s some of our favorite gift ideas from Sylene:

Senses by Frank De Mulder

1. Senses

Who wouldn’t love this sexy book? This startling collection showcases the work of internationally acclaimed fashion and glamour photographer Frank De Mulder. His work has graced top advertising campaigns and leading magazines. Known for the electric eroticism of his work, De Mulder uses light and contour to create compositions with painterly clarity. Respectful of his subjects De Mulder captures feminine beauty at its most intimate and beguiling. His sensuality goes far beyond mere titillation-a feast for the mind as well as for the eyes.

A leading Belgian fashion and glamour photographer, Frank De Mulder is a celebrated personality within the international photo scene. He has worked for many top advertising campaigns and a host of leading magazines, including Playboy, FHM, GQ, Maxim, Elle, Che, and Menzo.

Price – $65

Elle Macpherson Virtuo Cami

2. Virtuo Cami and Shorts

This adorable cami with babydoll has a single layer of silk chiffon with embroidered double mesh cups and embroidered detail on the back. Features silk satin straps and adjustable racer back. Pair with the matching shorts for a complete look. Matching Tanga and Thong are also available.

Cami – $98

Shorts – $50

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3. La Perla Black Label Leather Whip

If you’re feeling a little naughty, you’ll love this whip by La Perla Black Label with multiple black leather straps and black crystals. This is the chic weapon of choice for your boudoir.

Cost – $560

Hanky Panky Heart Cami and Boy Short set

4. Hanky Panky Heart Cami and Boy Short Set

Cami and Boyshort Set from Hanky Panky is perfect for Valentines Day. Styled in a

contrast color heart print, the stretch mesh camisole has v neckline and center pleat and is trimmed in contrasting stretch lace and detailed with a lace bow. Its thin straps are fully adjustable. The matching boyshorts are adorned with bow accents and ruching along the hips.

Price for set- $88

Kama Sutra Strawberries and Champagne

5. Kama Sutra Strawberries and Champagne Kit

This gift set from Kama Sutra fully embraces the delights of strawberries and champagne. Set includes three deliciously kissable offerings: Strawberries & Champagne Oil of Love, Strawberries & Champagne Honey Dust with feather applicator, and Strawberries & Champagne Stimulating Pleasure Balm. Add some real strawberries and champagne, and spice up your Valentine’s Day!

Price – $38

Betsy Johnson Babydoll

6. Betsy Johnson Baby Doll

This precious babydoll set from Betsey Johnson is styled in silky pink with a black mesh lace panel. Semi-sheer, this babydoll features a lace bust, an empire-waist, adjustable ribbon spaghetti straps, and an open back with tie closure. The coordinating thong is sheer and has picot edging.

Price – $79

Elle Macpherson Boudoir Bra

7. Elle Macpherson Boudoir 007 Bra and Boy ShortElle Macpherson Boudoir Boy Short

Here’s another beautiful design from Elle Macpherson Boudoir, contour bra made of silk, lined with a light layer of foam and covered with fine floral lace. Each cup is adorned with a heart-shaped Broderie Anglaise applique and the narrow double straps are trimmed with a pink satin bow.

Bra – $75

Boyshort – $40

Chantell Icone Demi Bra and Panty

8. Chantelle Icone Demi Bra and BoyshortChantelle Icone Boyshort

This set from Chantelle is red hot. I adore this exquisite demi bra in embroidered tulle with vertical seam for uplift effect. Features foam padded underwire, bow accent on center front, adjustable straps, three row, two hook and eye back closure. The boyshort is to die for sexy!

Bra – $88
Boyshort – $50

La Perla Castle Key Babydoll

9. La Perla Castle Key Baby Doll

Perhaps pink or red is just too expected for you? This Sexy, seductive, sophisticated black babydoll from La Perla may be just the thing. It has an empire waist, and v-neckline trimmed with silk georgette. Open at front and back with adjustable shoulder straps and back closure.

Price – $379

Freya Bra

10. Freya Arabella

Freya Garterbelt

This is a stunning set from Freya called Arabella. The color is deep grape and featuring lighter purple ribbon-effect embroidery on a sheer background for maximum impact. The garter belt is super cute, and you can choose either the thong or brief.

Bra – $58

Garterbelt – $40

Thong – $36

Brief – $36


The Bra Book

January 28th, 2010

Last year, I was honored to be interviewed by Jené Luciani while she was researching for her book, The Bra Book: The Fashion Formula to Finding the Perfect Bra. Jené has interviewed some of the biggest names in entertainment today, including Bette Midler, Michael Kors, Madonna, Ashlee Simpson, Glenn Close, Vivica A. Fox, Sigourney Weaver, Ellen Pompeo, and Vanessa Williams. The book is finally out, and will be available for purchase at Sylene for $——-. The book is fabulous and arms women with the knowledge they need to find the right fashion support. From the best bra to wear under every outfit to important information about bras and breast health from puberty to retirement, from the physics behind bra design to how you can best ensure a proper fit, The Bra Book: The Fashion Formula to Finding the Perfect Bra is the source for women everywhere. You will find me quoted in Chapter 4 of the book, where Jené incorporated my famous “S Factor” Makeover. She agrees that women need a variety of bras in their lingerie drawer, so that they are ready for any occasion and outfit.


In celebration of Valentine’s Day, four DC area relationship writers will spill the secrets of “Love, Lust and Lingerie”. An installment in Sylene of Washington’s Bras & Brunch series, the event will be on Sunday, February 7th from 10:30 a.m. until noon at Sylene of Washington’s Chevy Chase store. Featuring a Q & A on Dating and Relationships with Washington socialite, Andrea Rodgers of AskMissA.com; Cathy Alter, who wrote Up For Renewal: What Magazines Taught Me About Love, Sex, And Starting Over; Jess McCann , who wrote You Lost Him At Hello; and Kerry Reichs, who wrote The Best Day Of Someone Else’s Life, and Leaving Unknown, “Love, Lust and Lingerie” is sure to be revealing!

Come meet these fabulous ladies and hear their intimate take on “Love, Lust and Lingerie”. The less brazen will have an opportunity to write anonymous questions for the girls to answer. This is a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day– whether you’re in a relationship or single. Barnes & Noble will be on hand, so that you can purchase books and have them signed by the authors.

All Bras & Brunch attendees will receive 20% of sexy sleepwear.  In addition to mingling with girlfriends, and learning something new, the ladies at Sylene’s “Bras and Brunch” series enjoy champagne, mimosas, and a light brunch.  

WHEN: 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. 

WHERE: 

Sylene of Washington
4407 South Park Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 654-4200
www.sylenedc.com

RSVP required. RSVP at (301) 654-4200 or http://sylene.eventbrite.com/


Trina Turk Swimwear

January 10th, 2010

Trina Turk is only one of the designers with really great swimwear and cover-up looks for 2010. If you’re headed somewhere warm and sunny, you’ll want to stop in at Sylene of Washington to see all the great new swimwear and cover-ups we have.

Crazy Botanical Bandeau Bikini - $178

Crazy Botanical Long Dress - $183

Crazy Botanical Short Cover-up - $143


Bra(g) Bra Bag and Panty Pak

January 3rd, 2010

Bra Travel Bag

FINALLY-a protective travel bag for padded, molded, or contoured bras to make packing them easy! Such an obvious problem, yet until now no one has ever seriously considered a solution.

As with all great inventions, bra(g) was born out of necessity. When Jane Webb, the inventor of  bra(g), travelled, she would arrive only to discover that her best assets had become deficits!

All attempts at strategic packing by making sure the shoes and purses were no where near the bras or stuffing the cups with socks, proved futile since the bras always managed to arrive crumpled. Jane’s sheer frustration, inconvenience and cost of replacing them, inspired the bra(g), a durable, sturdy case that will ensure that your bras will Travel in Style … Arrive in Form.

The bra(g) makes packing and protecting your bras easy. Your bra(g) can fit up to 6 – bras up to size ‘C’ and some ‘D’ cups, depending on size and style.

Elegance in black & white toile, this Bra Bag is a combination of a beautiful patterned fabric with matching contrast ribbon.

Bra(g) Travel Bag – Price: $49.95

Buxom Bra Bag – Fits up to G Cup – Price: $54.95

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Do your panties travel in plastic bags?

Not anymore. this handy travel bag zips shut and helps keep you organized wherever you go!  It’s lightweight and Panty Pak2compact with two inside zippered pockets to keep your clean and not so clean panties in their respective spots!  The panties on the outside of the bag are also pockets for additional handy storage space. Elegance in black & white toile, this panty bag is a combination of a beautiful patterned fabric with matching contrast ribbon.

Bra(g) Panty Pak – Price: $33.00


The holiday season is wonderful time which only happens once a year. People often indulge in luxuries, whether it is purchasing the sequined sweater in the department store window or eating too many gingerbread men. With Hannukah, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve one after another, as well as office parties and family get-togethers, it can be a real marathon of gluttony. However, there are many different products available to help hide all of your holiday indulgences.

No matter what you are wearing to attend all of your fabulous functions there is shapewear suited to match your needs. The Julie France panty shaper provides a visibly slimmer torso. The snap closure on the crotch offers convenience, while the removable straps help to maintain good posture. The Va Bien body briefer is perfect for special occasions and fashion-forward styles. Thanks to seamless ultra-lift cups, designed with patented three “Magic Fingers” technology molded between thin layers of foam, you will receive revolutionary support and comfort. In addition to the low back, the straps convert to criss-cross or halter style. If you are looking for a complete slender silhouette, this Cass & Co. dress smoothes from neck to knees. It is perfect for silks and form fitting knits. The unique Invisupport fabric is, among other things, soft to the skin, seamless, and invisible under all clothing, including sheer garments. There is no underwire to pinch or poke and is bra optional while supporting up to a DD cup.

 

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Julie France 6699 High Waist Panty Shaper

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Va Bien Ultra-Lift Low Plunge Body Briefer

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Cass & Co. Invisabella V Neck Dress

Some families choose to escape the snow by taking a trip to somewhere warm and exotic. Unfortunately that usually means wearing a swimsuit, which is something most women don’t look forward to. Luckily there is a wide variety of chic swimsuits to help camouflage problem areas. This cheerful style by Miraclesuit is specifically designed to give extra support and comfort in a flattering style. Featuring a bandeau top with a hidden underwire bra and a front ruffle detail, this suit will make you look “10 pounds lighter in 10 seconds”. If something a little less daring is more your style, this Magic Suit is what you need. It be worn in several different ways, and it features adjustable straps and soft cups.

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Miraclesuit Camilla Swimsuit

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Magic Suit Tina Convertible Swimdess

Don’t be afraid to enjoy yourself while spending time with your loved ones this winter. There are so many tricks to help you think thinner, and no one will be the wiser!