Profile: Fortnight

Fortnight Lingerie is the second in what I hope quickly becomes a trend in this blog:  designers venturing off on one’s own and breaking the mold of what we had grown to believe lingerie is and would always be.  While much of the end result is similar to the story of Else, which we have already focused on here, Fortnight couldn’t have begun in a more different place.  That is what very well might be the most exciting aspect of this Golden Age of lingerie that we find ourselves living in.  You don’t have to come from a certain place or background to make a huge impact on this industry.  You don’t have to let the past shape where you’re going, but rather you can dictate the terms of exactly how and when you will get there.

While Else comes from a family business in Istanbul, Fortnight is living in its relative infancy in Canada.  Fortnight was founded in Toronto in 2010 by Christina Remenyi, who was only in her late 20s at the time.  Her focus is on displaying what is sexy from a woman’s perspective.  At its core that means forgoing the heavy padding and “seedy” looks for the stretch satins and lace.  The inspiration is quite simply a modern take on a vintage look. 

But where “vintage” might invoke thoughts of discomfort, Fortnight is anything but.  Every piece is made with exceptional fit and comfort in mind.  Fashion and function combined are at the forefront of everything Fortnight designs and one would be very challenged to find something within their collection that misses that mark.  Their styles complement the body and, where other brands may try to hit you over the head with sexy, Fortnight does it with sophistication and style. 

I’m always hesitant to use the word ‘mature’ here, because I’m afraid it might scare people off.  Fortnight, however, is mature in the best way possible.  The best way I think I can describe it is, think of finally reaching the moment of truth in that big night, only to then remember you are wearing panties that say ‘PINK’ across your ass.  Fortnight lingerie is the exact opposite of the feelings that situation would invoke.  It says this person is a grown-up who has it together.  I think we’d all like to feel that way. 

Fortnight has a wide variety of lingerie that continues to expand with each season.  I have a feeling I’ll be talking a lot about them, going forward, including an upcoming review of their Vega Low Rise Panty, which you’re not going to want to miss.  Definitely keep an eye out in your local boutique for Fortnight products, and if you’re not lucky enough to find them there, check out their website, where they can direct you to many online shops that carry their brand. 

Finally, I want to share this amazing viral video below.  Fortnight actually started the website supersexycpr.com where they could share all their short marketing videos.  The one that started it all, however, was a PSA on how to administer CPR.  I thought it was amazingly well done...all the way down to the contrasting lingerie set that the two models are wearing. 

Profile: Else

Sometimes the panties find you…

Even though it’s been almost two years since I pulled the plug on my other lingerie blog, there are still certain times when I find myself back in the blogger mind state. 

 

When I try on a new piece of lingerie, or I’m trying something from a designer I’ve never tried before, there are times when I’ll start writing the review in my head.  Despite the fact that the words were no longer being typed out, I couldn’t escape them circling around my head, as I experience my new purchase. 

 

That was most certainly the case with the Else panties I recently purchased.  The signature high waist brief was quite honestly like nothing I had ever seen before. 

 

It is done in a retro/pinup style, with the panties rising up towards the natural waist.  It is contoured to fit the curves of the wearer, hugging all of the right parts. 

 

But it’s what the wearer is being hugged with that makes these briefs so amazing…and that would be silk.  The panties are made from almost entirely silk (94%) with just a small bit of elastane so they can stretch to fit comfortably.  

The hand-crafted details on these briefs are stunning.  Down both the front and the back of the panties are V-shaped panels that are done in Chantilly lace. 

The lace details are simply gorgeous, just oozing both generous amounts of sophistication and femininity.  When I found them on sale at the boutique near where I live, I was speechless…but also disappointed as all they had left was Medium size.

I couldn’t resist, though, and still had to have them.  Fortunately for me, they run a little on the larger side and the Medium fit just perfectly.  I may own quite a few pairs of panties, at this point, but these may just be the star of my collection.

 

 

Else is located in Istanbul.  The atelier was founded by Ela Onur, who was raised in her family’s lingerie business.  

She grew up surrounded by lingerie artisans and designers and put every bit of that experience into her products.  The focus is on creating pieces that are both timeless and luxurious, blending both aesthetics and comfort.

 

She is involved in the design of every garment that comes from Else, with her goal being to share her passion and inspiration her customers. 

It takes just one look at a piece like the Signature High Waist Brief to see every bit of that passion and inspiration.  Just one try for me made me a loyal customer going forward…