Blogs — couture

In this throwback from 2012, Ashanti shows us how to pull off a lemon-yellow bra from marlies|dekkers Eastern-inspired collection. The brightly colored, beautifully-detailed Cixi bra is showcased in the"The Woman You Love" video. The key to pulling off ornate pieces like these is to keep the rest of your outfit simple, whether it's hiding under your clothes or complimenting a lingerie look.   Stick to a color-neutral clothing and shoe palate (tan/sand, black, white, grey) to let the color and structure of the bra pop. A silky fabric blouse or robe provides a great contrast to the texture of lace...