I’ve spent some time lately in the sunshine of San Diego, California. My main occupation? To observe what everyone is wearing. This can best be accomplished by sitting at an outdoor espresso bar along India St. in Little Italy.
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The Ahh-lure of Champagne
Posted on August 15 2017
Champagne is our talisman. When not launching a ship, champagne is handy for getting the evening underway. Little bubbles transport us. Imagine yourself at St. Pancras International Station in London, watching the trains go by at the longest champagne bar in the world (96 meters). Or flirting with Cary Grant over pink champagne in An Affair to Remember.
My Coverups
Posted on August 12 2017
My Lingerie Goddesses
Posted on August 10 2017
If they could, they would shop at Jane’s Vanity. Who are they? My lingerie goddesses from art, history, and film. They inspire with unique wisdom, flair, and easy style. Their audacity and beauty bring a smile. They symbolize a floaty feminine liberation. What would they choose from Jane?
The Summer of Lingerie Love
Posted on August 07 2017
The 50th anniversary of The Summer of Love is an apt moment to contemplate one’s own summer mood. Create a playful backdrop for romance with music and the finest lingerie. You’ll be packing light for this summer to remember. Just let tomorrow be, yeah. Peace and Love.
Adventures of a Cotton Camisole
Posted on July 26 2017
Picture a perfect little garment: the Dana Pisarra cotton camisole. Its fine ribbing and trim are flattering alone or underneath. It is a dream to wash and quickly dry on the line. In black, grey, or white, it is the ideal companion for a trip.
On Summer Abundance
Posted on July 13 2017
Summer is bursting into its full abundance all around us, and Jane’s Vanity is following suit. Our online boutique has just been plumped with over fifty new styles, including lingerie, loungewear, apparel, and swimwear. Each item added is a unique treasure, hand-sourced from the European markets & only available as long as stock lasts. These beauties are sure to sell fast - if you see something that tugs at your heartstrings, don’t hesitate!
Happy Secrets
Posted on July 11 2017
Secrets are all around. In the pocket of my Jane’s Vanity smoking jacket is a slip of paper. I always forget about it between wearings. It says, “We are what we are-/Are made of old things,/Come back. Clearly,/Brilliant as the Sun.” What happy secrets are you weaving into the everyday? Perhaps your choice of gorgeous underthings? A tiny framed baby photo by the washing machine? A special meeting arranged for noon?
Nancy & Linda
Posted on June 27 2017
Long Distance Relationship
Posted on June 15 2017
I’ve been shopping with Jane’s Vanity for more than 7 years. Ever since my husband and I were strolling past their brick and mortar on New Year’s Day, and Jane was kind enough to open up for us. I was hooked. The reality is, though, I’ve only physically shopped with them 3 times. All my other purchases (and trust me, there’s been quite a few!) are thanks to the skillful, expert eye of Emily.
Deshabille: Undressed
Posted on June 12 2017
Although women have been getting undressed for a long time, the last few centuries have seen the process become an art of gradation. There are so many interesting ways to be semi-clad. As you experiment with your at-home wardrobe, you may find yourself inventing new ways to relax too.
Be Inspired!
Posted on June 02 2017
Getting dressed, or undressed, is more fun with a dab of creative inspiration provided by the world around us. As summer approaches, you might get into the mood by admiring photo essays such as Riviera Cocktail by Edward Quinn. His black and white St. Tropez candids of 1950's celebrities will suggest new sartorial possibilities. Try a little vavavoom with Cadolle’s black CanCan halter swimsuit.
The Elegance of White
Posted on May 28 2017
Nothing conjures an image of effortless elegance quite like the crispness of a white garment on a sunny day. Classic summer staples shine in the sparse simplicity of white, as comfortable as they are fashionable. What better to reach for as temperatures climb than lingerie and loungewear in Summer’s favorite shade? We’re making it easy for you to stock your summer wardrobe in fashion forward white styles with a convenient & unprecedented sale: from May 28th-June 4th, take 40% off all these sweet styles with code WHITESALE.
Panties by the Ounce
Posted on May 23 2017
The other day I found myself, once again, traveling through Heathrow airport. Whether landing, departing, or transiting through, I always try to find the time to stop at the charmingly delightful Fortnum & Mason dining bar for caviar and champagne. Caviar is so precious and delicious that it commands you to savor the moment, much as an exquisite lingerie set will take your breath away & you will forever remember the first time it was worn.
PFP: Packing For Paris
Posted on May 20 2017
Ever wish that you could peek into Jane’s and Emily’s suitcases as they fly off on a Parisian buying trip? Me too. The next best thing would be their advice on the fascinating topic of packing for Paris. So here it is.
Customer Blog: Discovery
Posted on May 16 2017
The second in our customer blog series. Before my first stroll by and into Jane’s Vanity, my lingerie education was limited to shopping malls. I had, of course, seen lovely photos of stunning lingerie sets and pieces in magazines and on the Internet, but had never seen anything in person. I had never caressed the whisper of silk and lace. I had never seen what hand crafted lingerie did for my feminine form.
Chic & Versatile: The Scarf
Posted on May 13 2017
It's the easiest thing in the world, to add a little cool chicness, warmth & drama to your day or evening, simply by knotting a scarf around your neck. In fact I have one wrapped around my neck this morning as I compose my thoughts. On the flip side, they can be fun flights of fancy. Let your imagination set sail with scarves!
Lingerie Laundering Celebration
Posted on May 08 2017
If your lingerie drawer is seeming a little empty, it may be time to buy more lingerie. Or perhaps to do some laundry?
Even if you have one of those “sidekick” drawers in your washing machine, you must really hand-launder Jane’s treasures. Treat the process as a celebration.
Even if you have one of those “sidekick” drawers in your washing machine, you must really hand-launder Jane’s treasures. Treat the process as a celebration.
The Many Facets of Motherhood
Posted on May 04 2017
We will be spending this Mother’s Day not only celebrating the women who brought us into this world, but also those who have shaped and guided us through our journey within it. From those who offered insights and balance in our childhood to those friends who have nurtured the deepest parts of our souls, there are a multitude of people to whom we owe gratitude on this Mother’s Day.
Fantasy Dressing: Three necklaces
Posted on May 01 2017
Until recently, I had not spent much time accessorizing my pajamas. But I have had a revelation. Last winter my sister and I inherited a cache of costume jewelry that was like a snapshot of the 1970s-80s-90s. Months have gone by, and I finally realized that the way to possess beloved old and gaudy jewely is to wear it for fun. To me that means combining it with Jane’s Vanity loungewear and elegant lingerie.
Into the Swim of It
Posted on April 18 2017
It, a perfect body of calm blueness, most people refer to it as a swimming pool. I prefer to refer to It as the blue zen. Best achieved if no one else is swimming in it, particularly no children, unless you've expressly invited them in, and of course your zen will require far more determination to achieve. It could also be the current of life, which would be an excellent reason to always travel with a swimsuit. I always do, and usually more than one. I am prepared to find my zen, pool or no pool.
Stylish Book Review
Posted on April 11 2017
Time to put on a little Bossa Nova music and read about style. What is this obsession with little manuals for improving one’s appearance, closet, and attitude? They are like a chat with a big sister who has better taste and who, mysteriously, grew up in Paris. Although many style books are best forgotten, here are three that made the cut for my permanent library. They are beautiful examples of book craft, so must be owned in print form. They are witty, original, and sophisticated. Naturally, they each mention lovely lingerie…
Lingerie & Joy
Posted on April 03 2017
That extra spring in your step when you have a beautiful set concealed beneath your clothes. The deep satisfaction of slipping into silk at the end of a long day. In a society where women are constantly expected to "measure up" on so many levels, it's nice to have something in your world that's just for you, an indulgence in your self worth that no one else needs to know about. Something tangible, unchanging, that simply brings you joy. For us, that's lingerie.
A Zynni Love Affair
Posted on March 21 2017
Marching towards spring, we still seem to be embracing winter, particularly in Lake Tahoe. Saturday evening was the start of yet another grand & glorious snow storm. The best vantage for viewing it unfold is indoors clothed in Zynni! There are so many times I thank my lucky stars that Jane's Vanity discovered Zynni.
Spring Transitions
Posted on March 11 2017
Ah, Spring in the Pacific Northwest. Crocus and camellias are beginning to peek through their petals, but we have months ahead before the endless mantle of rainy gray lifts. Whether you're waiting anxiously for the seasons to shift or are already basking in sunnier days, we have the perfect transitional pieces to carry you from Winter to Spring (and beyond).
Another Day of Sunshine
Posted on March 04 2017
Another day of sunshine, or how three pairs of pajamas can save any day.
I packed a lot of prints for this Hawaiian holiday, without much thought for how all those prints would be worn together. I'm not shy with layering on plenty of prints, but sometimes my eyes require some calmness in the clashing exuberance of patterns. Creative packing with loungewear can truly lighten your suitcase & your spirit in so many ways.
Customer Blog: Freedom
Posted on March 01 2017
When I first stepped into the original Jane’s Vanity brick and mortar store many years ago, I had no idea that it would be so liberating to possess beautiful lingerie. Flo Ziegfeld had his chorus girls wear gorgeous undies to give them confidence. Rather, I think it gives one freedom to wear the best.
An Ode to Elise Anderegg
Posted on February 25 2017
In my slice of shade; I've got on a cool white tee shirt on & I'm reminiscing over our recent order placed with Elise Anderegg in Paris. Just now, in Hawaii, I'm thinking about how I might wear all those sweet airy pieces to infuse my wardrobe with a twist & a punch. All of Elise's work reflect her, ethereal, light, delicately French sensibility that translates throughout time & seasons.
An Ode to Vannina Vesperini
Posted on February 24 2017
Maybe I've been blinded by too much sunshine. But I still keep reminiscing about a certain camisole in a bronze gold, more saturated than the sun. Is it a rich rococo; resplendent in it's mesmerizing asymmetry? Or is it the exuberantly curvilinear feminine baroque style that describes the rich, thickly tarnished gold lace, that sets this camisole into the stratosphere of pure desire? Vannina Vesperini: with a name that fabulous, how could you not succeed in the kingdom of lingerie?
An Ode to Cadolle
Posted on February 22 2017
It's a bright hot sunny day in Hawaii: palm trees sway, trade winds blow, ocean waves crash onto sandy beaches; yawn... I'm still dreaming of Paris. The coolness of the Parisian fashion scene would see that Cadolle sits firmly as the queen of corsetry. So of course, Cadolle would be our first pilgrimage at the Salon de la Lingerie.
An Ode to Morpho + Luna
Posted on February 05 2017
I'm dreaming about Paris & our recent buying trip for Autumn- Winter 2017. Every season is a new dream & an opportunity to fall in love. I am always thrilled to be back in Paris, it is the essence of romance. Emily & I are on the hunt to find beauty, and so the search begins. Morpho & Luna quite literally took our collective breath away, it was that stunning!
Lingerie Trends for AW17
Posted on February 01 2017
Every visit to the Salon International de la Lingerie leaves ample room for discovering which trends are coming, which are going, and who's choosing to go against the grain. This year's visit was no different. Our focus is always on the smaller lines rather than corporate behemoths, which means we tend to see a bit more of what's up-and-coming or ahead of the curve. While there are always brands that buck the trends and go in their own direction or hang tight to stale styles, each brand usually offers their take on at least one of the current obsessions.
We Stand With Women.
Posted on January 14 2017
Jane's Vanity is a woman owned-and-run company whose primary customer base is female, and whose entire mission is centered around the empowerment of women. We believe that wearing luxury lingerie can be an affirmation of self worth, and offers a boost of confidence for the wearer on any occasion. We also believe that all women should have access to affordable healthcare and reproductive health options. Because of this, we will be donating 20% of all sales January 20th-27th 2017 to Planned Parenthood. Add beauties to your collection and support a great cause – what could possibly feel better?
Paris, Here We Come!
Posted on January 11 2017
Jane & I are finalizing our impending travels to Paris for the Salon International de la Lingerie, plus meetings with a variety of brands and showrooms in London and Paris.
New Year, New Lingerie
Posted on January 06 2017
2017 is upon us, and what better time to renew our commitment to self-care and self-love than while setting our intentions for the year ahead? While the coming year may bring many uncertainties, the best way to face its ups and downs is with a strong footing in your own self worth. In a culture that never ceases to have opinions about the choices and appearances of women, it is vital to have a healthy relationship with your self first and foremost – body and soul.
Guest Blog: Elise Anderegg
Posted on December 27 2016
A guest blog from French couture lingerie designer Elise Anderegg, and a behind the scenes look at how a silk chemise is made.
It all begins with an inspiration, a creative mood by the stylist Elise Anderegg herself. Born in Switzerland, Elise came to Paris to attend a famous fashion design school and to fulfill her life-long dream: become a fashion designer in Haute Couture.
The Season of Magic
Posted on December 19 2016
I'm at our home in Scotland for a few days & I never tire of the serenity, & the deep restive peace this setting inspires. I'm looking out my window across the field to the loch that's as smooth as a mirror & just as reflective; watching cloud patterns on the water; all very dreamy. I hope to take this calmness with me when we depart for the States tomorrow. That's a gift I will give myself.
A Gift for You
Posted on December 12 2016
You’ve made your list, checked it twice. Sourced the perfect gifts for family and friends, both naughty and nice. In the season of giving, too often we forget to treat ourselves. Two for you, one for me - don’t forget to shop for yourself this holiday season!
The Gift of Glamour
Posted on December 08 2016
Her love is unconditional, her support eternal. She's your partner, your lover, and your closest confidant. Give her the gift of glamour; a luxurious indulgence in her own comfort and relaxation, a gift for her alone. Slipping into these treasures will help erase the stress of hard days at the office or long nights of caretaking. Help her feel like the goddess she truly is.
The Gift of Seduction
Posted on December 04 2016
Every day is an occasion for beautiful lingerie, but some nights call for a little something extra. Keep the flame alive with these seductive styles. Luxuriously crafted and impeccably designed, they will offer the perfect confidence boost for your sultry nights together. Whether you're presenting them to a lover or wrapping yourself up as the surprise, lingerie is the gift that keeps on giving!
The Effects of Gravity
Posted on December 03 2016
Recently I went home for a weekend in Barga Italy. This time I landed in Pisa, versus my usual love, Firenze; the city seeped in historical richness of art, entwined with fashion; ah, Bellissimo! So my first impressions of Pisa might have held some slight biases, considering it's only claim to fame, to my mind, is it's leaning tower.
Holiday Shopping FAQ
Posted on November 29 2016
The holiday season will soon be upon us, and in the world of online retail, details are key. Below are the brass tacks of ordering from Jane's Vanity, the simple details that will make your job even easier this holiday season. Learn more about Personal Shopping Assistance, Gift Wrapping, Shipping Dates & Returns/Exchanges. Have any questions that you don't see answered here? Contact us – we're here to help!
Meditations on Blue
Posted on November 28 2016
What to do, when you feel yourself slipping into the blues? I'm not talking about the delightful refreshing brace of swimming into the blue. No; this is the stone sinking swiftly feeling. Passing through shades of sky blue, deep blue, midnight blue, cobalt blue, mood indigo blue; can there be a blacker state of blue? When you reach that color, you know you've really hit the blues.
Black Friday, Black Lingerie
Posted on November 23 2016
Black Friday is upon us, and for the first time ever, Jane's Vanity is joining in.
This Friday, November 25th only, our exquisite collections of black lingerie, loungewear and accessories will be marked 30% off. Black Friday, black lingerie. Whether you're shopping for yourself or for a gift, this is the perfect opportunity to purchase cherry-picked luxury lingerie collections at a remarkable discount. Quantities are extremely limited, and these treasures cannot be reordered once they've sold.
The Versatility of Pajamas
Posted on November 18 2016
What to do if a wardrobe malfunctions strikes while traveling. Firstly, don't panic; particularly if you're traveling with a beautiful pair of Olivia Von Halle pajamas.
I can't be the only one who has made such a blunder; to depart from your hotel & leave half your wardrobe behind in a dresser drawer?! On the upside, it doesn't happen very often. I don't know why I thought my packing was genius & how congratulatory I was in how easily and handily I managed to repack my same bags with room to spare! Spatial awareness, mathematical equation; I don't know, maybe I was tired?
Layering for Autumn
Posted on November 05 2016
If we must proceed into a season of cold - and I am trying to be cheerful about this! - then I'm thankful for the colorful options of layering. If it's time to tuck away sheers, then bringing forth an arm load of camisoles & feeling the deliciously cozy hand of silks, cashmeres, & wool knits; that's sure to bring the sensation of the lips curving upwards into a smile. Hello winter; cashmere coziness, knitwear & a plentitude of opaque leg wear. Over the knees are great with boots, & opaque patterns & washes of rich jewel tone colored tights allow you to continue your love affair with dresses otherwise unable to continue in your wardrobe with the cold weather.
Embracing The Season
Posted on November 01 2016
It's definitely a winter day; it can happen just like that. Yesterday was a blustery day with plenty of rain & occasionally it would change to fat snowy rain; beautiful to watch. Today I'm with two lovely dogs looking out across Lake Tahoe, winds whip coldly & I can see snow dusting the peaks of the mountains that rim the lake. No better time than now to change my wardrobe to reflect the season that's no longer deniably here to stay.
French Style & Lingerie
Posted on October 27 2016
Ah, French Style. The subject of an uncountable number of books, blogs, and magazine articles; so many women are in search of that certain je ne sais quoi that seems to permeate the French culture. As regular visitors to the city of light, we’ve noticed a trend that is largely untouched in conversations about French style, abandoned in favor of tousled tresses and the perfect red lip. We’re happy to share, though. It’s lingerie.