A couple of weeks ago before the madness that was London Fashion Week and the Oscars I popped along to check out Italian lingerie brand, Tezenis’ London Oxford Circus branch. I have to admit I have waited a number of times outside the Tezenis shop for friends as it is literally right next to the tube, but for some unknown reason I had never been in, and I was pleasantly surprised by what I saw.
I am not one for spending a fortune on lingerie, don’t get me wrong I have a number of nice expensive pieces, but I just love going for comfort, I generally don’t stray too far from black or nude – but seeing all these beautiful lingerie lines I was completely drawn to all the vintage-inspired lace sets with balconette bras and as Tezenis puts it ‘culotte’ knickers, I generally call them sexy granny pants!!!
For spring/summer 2012, the lingerie collection is just as amazing full of subtly powdery hues, floral prints, polka-dots, stripes, as well as some bright vibrant pieces – in a range of fabrics from lace to cotton jacquard. Trust me you will have trouble choosing pieces there is so much choice.
What did catch my eye other than the fab lingerie, which is all reasonable priced, had to be the gorgeous basics and loungewear pieces. If like me you like to work casual when at home but don’t want to do tracksuit bottoms then head on down to Tezenis as they have some really pretty but comfortable lines. From great leggings made from the softest fabrics to very trend-let trouser styles, cute dresses, and a great selection of basic tees in every colour possible, as well as cardigans, hoodies and scarves. Then there is the knitwear, I fell in love with all the two-pieces, so cute, super soft, and a great fit. Oh and the best bit everything I picked out wasn’t over £30.
One thing to note is Tezenis’ very unique sizing, the bras work on a 1-4 system rather than the standard 34B etc., but don’t let this put you off as I was worry about my bra choice but it fitted perfectly, the guide in-store is very accurate. Also the bottoms and clothing is all done in S, M, L, which would generally put me off as things are either too small or too big, but I found M was perfect for me.
What I would suggest is give it a go, I think you might be a little surprised if you haven’t already shop there, I know I was.
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