TEN Undies

We are so thrilled to announce the arrival of what we have deemed “the best cotton panties in the universe” after exhaustive research and tireless testing.  Daphne Javitch, the founder …Continue Reading

Sneak Peek: Lille’s Stella McCartney Lookbook

By now, I’m sure you all know the depths of our affection for the Stella McCartney Lingerie Collection.  We’ve been carrying the brand for nearly four years, and with each …Continue Reading

Yasmine Eslami

We just received another shipment of sexy French lingerie from Yasmine Eslami! It includes more of the popular lace Tara demi-bra and bikini that sold out so quickly last season, …Continue Reading

Orly Genger by Jaclyn Meyer

Have you seen the amazing new Orly Genger by Jaclyn Meyer jewelry gracing our display case this week? Cast climbing rope blends in harmony with knotted zebra print and heavy …Continue Reading

Fall ’11 Araks Lingerie

Oh, Araks, how we love your commitment to creating soft, stylish undergarments made in the USA exclusively of natural fibers year after year! No other lingerie brand epitomizes NYC style …Continue Reading

New Arrivals: Maison Close

As you all know, we Lille ladies try to keep it classy, which is why we avoid filling the shop with the conventional lingerie store accoutrements—feather boas, pasties, French maid …Continue Reading

Rocky Mountains

Remember when I blogged about the amazing up and coming lingerie brand, Stola? Yesterday we received soft cup bralettes and briefs in a very cool graphic print inspired by the …Continue Reading

The Cat’s Pajamas

There has been a heated debate at Lille for the past 6 months or so over the viability of Leopard as a stylish, youthful print. I’ve been the stalwart holdout, …Continue Reading

Zinke Souvenir Collection

The new “Souvenir” collection from Zinke Intimates has just arrived at Lille, and it’s making the sudden turn in Portland’s weather that much easier to bear, knowing that Fall Fashion …Continue Reading

Stella McCartney Fall ’11 Collection

We’re positively smitten with Stella McCartney’s Fall ’11 lingerie collection! Colorful poppy prints, romantic silk chemises, and even an organic bamboo bustier…it’s as if these designs were tailor made for …Continue Reading

Real Life in Lingerie: Meet Annapurna!

I’d like to introduce our dear LIL readers to the newest member of the Lille family. This time I’m not talking about a brand or designer, but rather our new …Continue Reading

Exclusive! Yasmine Eslami Lingerie

photo courtesy of Olivier Zahm  We are so pleased to announce the arrival of the new debut capsule collection of gorgeous French lingerie by Yasmine Eslami, who designed for Vivenne Westwood …Continue Reading

Spring 2011 Araks

Our Spring shipment of Araks just arrived! Known for her sustainable and ethical business practices and super-stylish cotton/silk lingerie, Araks has been one of our favorite designers since the grand …Continue Reading

Stephanie Loungewear

We are so pleased to announce the arrival of the newest addition to the Lille family: Stephanie Loungewear.  A modest, unassuming name for a gorgeous selection of hand-made, vintage-inspired, 100% …Continue Reading

Weekly Private Sale: $100 Off Chie Mihara Shoes

Last season, we quietly imported a small selection of exquisite Spanish-made shoes from Brazilian-born Japanese designer, Chie Mihara.  We love the subtle vintage references, impeccable construction and comfortable anatomical footbed in Chie’s stylish …Continue Reading

Life is a Cabaret!

I just love the geometric design of the lace used for the new “Cabaret” series from Wolford.  We received the soft cup bralette and panty pictured above, as well as …Continue Reading

Private Sale: 30% off Oroton

To celebrate the arrival of Oroton, the newest addition to the Lille family, we are offering 30% off the entire Spring 2011 collection for one week only!  Reminiscent of Princesse Tam …Continue Reading

Momamia…how can I resist you?

As you all know, I am a sucker for stripes (see the vast selection of Petit Bateau French Nautical numbers in my closet for proof) and I always buy striped …Continue Reading

Oroton Lingerie

We are pleased to announce the arrival of our very first shipment of Oroton lingerie! These sexy basics rival Elle Macpherson for affordable, pretty, lace sets in a variety of …Continue Reading

End of Season SALE now online

Our End of Season Sale is now online, with discounts of 10-80% off styles by virtually every brand we carry: Wundervoll, Araks, Elle Macpherson, Hoff by Hoff, Nina Ricci, Eres, …Continue Reading

New Arrivals by Eberjey

Great news for Pima Cotton fans: the popular Pima Goddess styles by Eberjey are back in stock! If you’re in need of everyday undies, then the Low Rider Bikini and …Continue Reading

Lille Boutique’s 2010 Holiday Gift Guide

We’re down to the last 5 days before Christmas, and it hasn’t snowed yet, so you are in luck! You still have some time to stop by Lille or shop …Continue Reading

Venus et Judes Loungewear

Picture this…. An elegant white cotton voile tunic on a warm, sunny day in the country…. The perfect cotton cashmere leggings with tiny mother of pearl buttons keeping you warm …Continue Reading

Kiki de Montparnasse Lingerie

It’s appropriate that we received our big shipment of Kiki de Montparnasse lingerie right around Halloween, given that I dressed up as Man Ray’s muse just a few years ago …Continue Reading

Stella’s Party

Our second big shipment of Stella McCartney Fall/Winter ’10 lingerie arrived today, and it was my most anticipated group of the season.  I fell in love with her soft neutrals …Continue Reading

Unforeseen Circumstances Fall Collection

The lovely Fall collection by Teo Griscom of Unforeseen Circumstances is now in stock! Comprised entirely of French cotton and silk, this line incorporates all the things we love: soft, …Continue Reading

Beautiful Lille, Beautiful Portland

Whew! What a whirlwind! After a brutally long day of flying and a preposterous connection in Atlanta that left us breathless and sweating on a turbulent flight, I am back …Continue Reading

New arrivals by Eres!

We are still in the process of receiving our huge shipment of stunning lingerie from the Winter 2010 Eres collection, which is inspired by some of my very favorite things: …Continue Reading

New Stella McCartney Lookbook

We have just received our first shipment of gorgeous lingerie from Stella McCartney’s Fall/Winter 2010 collection, and we are thrilled to report that she has managed to drop the price …Continue Reading

Fit for a princess…

We just received another shipment of beautiful lingerie from Elle Macpherson’s new Obsidian range. This group is called the “Rita,” and it consists of several styles made with Japanese Leavers …Continue Reading

Malia Mills Swimwear is Back!

Hooray! We just received our first spring shipment of Malia Mills swimwear. You’ll feel like a siren in my favorite chartreuse color (shown above), which is appropriately named “Movie Star.” …Continue Reading

Les Queues de Sardines

We just received our first shipment of incredible hosiery from the French husband and wife team, M & O, who create under the label “Les Queues de Sardines.” Fanciful, irreverent …Continue Reading

Happy 125th Anniversary to Hanro!

We are very proud to announce that we have received the first shipment of luxurious lingerie from Hanro of Switzerland!  This arrival coincides with the celebration of their 125th anniversary, …Continue Reading

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Part I

I’ve been receiving a lot of Pre-Valentine’s Day requests from bloggers and trend-spotters who are pondering the best way to say ‘I love you’ on this, my holiest of holy …Continue Reading

Incoming: Malia Mills Spring ’10 Swimwear

For all you Portland ladies who missed the Malia Mills trunk show last month, fear not.  There is a huge shipment of swimwear on its way, including the much loved …Continue Reading

How to Throw a Curveball…

The drop-dead sexy Curveball collection from The Lake and Stars just arrived!  It’s their first shipment for Spring 2010, and it’s sure to be a fan favorite.  (By the way, …Continue Reading

Like Christmas morning!

Just when I thought the day couldn’t get any better…it’s gloriously sunny and warm out,  my dogs behaved exceptionally well on their morning walk, and Floyd’s had a sugar donut …Continue Reading

Here’s to you, Mrs. Robinson

The sneak preview of lingerie that Malia Mills unveiled at her trunk show here at Lille was very well received by the lovely ladies who braved the chilly December air …Continue Reading

Best. Bra. Ever: Eve Giggling by Stella McCartney

I know that I have probably said this at least a dozen or so times on this blog, but the Eve Giggling Underwire Bra by Stella McCartney is spectacular.  Made …Continue Reading

Sedgemoor Collection by The Lake and Stars

A few lovely pieces from the Sedgemoor collection by The Lake and Stars have arrived, just in time for holiday shopping.  The soft bralette and garterbrief were my favorite styles …Continue Reading

Peek-a-Boo

Along with the Eco-Dreams, Eberjey’s Peek-a-Boo collection also arrived yesterday.  This sweet group is made from a sheer mesh with velvet flocked polka-dots, not unlike the Hoff by Hoff styles …Continue Reading

Sweet Eco-Dreams

The lovely Eco-Dreams collection by Eberjey just arrived, and I guarantee you will sleep well when you wrap yourself in these cuddly soft bamboo styles.  The cami/shortie set is particularly …Continue Reading

Incoming: Brulee Lingerie

We’ll soon be receiving a shipment from yet another amazing new designer.  Brulee is a loungewear collection comprised of luxurious and comfortable styles that are sexy, versatile and timeless. Each …Continue Reading

New Line: Petit Bateau

The classic French line, Petit Bateau, is known for their affordable cotton basics for kids and adults alike.  Their t-shirts are so perfectly cut and well made that they have …Continue Reading

Waterloo, promise to love you forever more…

We just received some amazing new styles from The Lake and Stars: the Waterloo Chemise, Bralette and Bikini are among their best designs yet, featuring stretchy straps in an innovative …Continue Reading

Wundervoll Essentials Collection

We are very pleased to report that we have received a big shipment of the Wundervoll Essentials Collection, which is basically the line of garments they launched the brand with.  …Continue Reading

Nina Ricci Trousseau Lingerie

We received a small shipment of some truly exquisite bras and panties from Nina Ricci. With elegant details like dual silk straps and satin ribbon trim, the ivory and blush …Continue Reading