Dimurini has launched their brand with a single collection called Hypnotique. Inspired by the opulent glamour of old Hollywood, Dimurini is a divine blend of sumptuous champagne silk and stunning black lace. The collection is a delicious combination of desirable pieces, all designed with the utmost in old style sophistication and indulgence in mind.

Pictured are the ivory silk French knickers, plunge bra, thong, and the chemise. Mio Destino appears to be the sole online retailer of the brand. Pieces range from £35.00 to £110.00. Made from the finest Italian silk, each piece is trimmed with black eyelash lace and only the finest trims. Vintage details include charming silk ribbon bows on bra straps and knickers, elegant pleating on the plunge bra and overlaid lace giving comfort and style.

The site doesn’t have a lot of information, for follow up please contact info@dimurini.com. Pictures courtesy of Dimurini.

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Dollhouse Bettie in San Francisco is offering some great sales. In particular, I’ve been fascinated with their collaboration with knitwear designer Loretta Warner. “Dollhouse Bettie has collaborated with her to bring you a unique perspective on the girdle! Designed to be worn either as outer wear or boudoir attire, these girdle skirts are each a one of a kind hand made creation, made from hand selected components, and incorporating vintage garters and trims. The drawstring version (in red) can accommodate waist sizes from 24 to 32, hip from 36 to 42. Find it 50% of for $156.25. The high waisted girdle fits size small or medium, waist to 28, hip to 40. It is also 50% off for $156.25.

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Photos courtesy of Dollhouse Bettie. Check out their other excellent offerings when you drop by.

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Following the TLP article on Arab lingerie, a couple of other stories are worth noting.

Martin Asser, Middle East specialist for the BBC News website, reports from the workshop of one of Syria’s most established lingerie makers, Ali Nasser. Martin asks “Why is this so popular in Syria?” Ali Nasser answers, “it is a good thing for a husband and wife to have a healthy sexy life together.”

• Sexy secrets of the Syrian Souk
• Inside a Syrian Lingerie Workshop (Video)

In other news, Joumana Haddad (pictured below) has launched a quarterly magazine. Haddad, whose day job is culture editor of Beirut’s famed An-Nahar newspaper, has chosen the name Jasad (”body” in Arabic). Jasad is meeting with polarized reactions. Jasad features articles and art that many feel are “haram” or forbidden. “Sexuality is a largely hidden topic in the Arab world, though attitudes vary according to social norms and regime. Lebanon is a liberal island in a conservative sea, but even there frank discussion of sexual issues is frowned on. Contradictions abound: Syrian women buy daring lingerie for their trousseaux, but suffer a high incidence of violence from husbands or fathers.”

• Magazine to Lift Veil on Arab Taboos
• Read more about Joumana Haddad

Photo courtesy of the Jasad website.

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