We Had A Roaring Good Time With Forever Yours Lingerie!

We're often asked if talking about fashion and lingerie feels superficial. Are intimates really that important when it comes to all the other stuff that women have to deal with? Ask any of the hundreds of women who benefit from Forever Yours Lingerie's Supportive Start Initiative and they will tell you about the value they receive from having clean undergarments that fit, especially when job interviews and food on the table are a priority. Never, as individuals, have we had an opportunity to make such a difference in the lives of so many women. We are proud to have the opportunity to raise awareness of this inspiring fundraising program.

This year's fashion show benefitting Supportive Start was an exceptional evening of entertainment, from which 100% of proceeds were transferred to the charity. Forever Yours Lingerie owner, Sonya Perkins, rallied tremendous support from community, vendors and volunteers to put together a spectacular show and 1920's themed extravaganza. It's Been A Roaring 20 Years was not only a celebration of 20 years in business, but also a celebration of the strength and beauty of every woman.

Supportive Start was founded in 2014 by Forever Yours Lingerie owner, Sonya Perkins. The program provides women in need and in transition, across the Lower Mainland, with intimates and toiletries. Sonya and her team of volunteers provide fittings at shelters and recovery houses. Attendees leave with new and gently used undergarments generously donated by customers and vendors. The charity has worked with more than 20 organizations and provided over 1,000 bras along with kindness, compassion and dignity to local women in need.

One organizer said, “I witnessed a couple of ‘fit clinics’ at the Rainier and was thrilled at how empowering these events were for the residents.  Not only did our residents receive new, properly fitting undergarments but they left the clinics feeling proud of their bodies and they had a very needed break from the stress of the world.  The fit clinics were always a high light of the year.” (Quote from here.)

Donate your gently used bras here.

The evening was Golden Age perfection. Exuberant art-deco details transported us to a more glamorous era. Guests arrived in their Gatsby-best;  flapper girls not a  Marcel wave out of place. They were greeted by a speakeasy, the sweet jazz sounds of Rossi Gang and Charleston dancers.

Men and women of all shapes and sizes strutted their stuff with confidence across the catwalk. This has been true of every FYL event we have been to. Body positivity is not just a theme or an aspiration, it's reality and it is inspiring every time. The entertainment didn't stop between sets! There were even Burlesque performances by award-winning, performer The Lady Josephine.

Of course, the lingerie was to die for. Can we please take one of each?
Carefully planned ensembles were embellished with lavish headpieces and whimsical bustles.

(Shop the show here.)

Fun and games off the runway included the game of War, Bra Pong and a Balloon Mistress. Many of the games were sponsored by popular lingerie brands. Once again funds raised from the sale of game tickets benefit Supportive Start.

Representing Chantelle, Tanya volunteered her time at Bra Pong.

The Spinning Wheel was sponsored by Empreinte.

With the lovely Janet Abe.
(Read Janet's review of the 2015 Night at the Carnival here.)

12 Days of Holiday Lingerie: Day 8

Red most definitely is the colour of love, when you see the Cordelia Bra and panty! A stunning red satin is overlaid with black eyelash lace, peeking over the top and bottom of the cups. A delicate black bow with tiny red rose is placed in the centre of the cups. A sensual and alluring set that you’ll want to wear over and over again!

~ Shanah, Forever Yours Lingerie

Playful Promises ‘Cordelia’ Lace Balconette Bra & Strappy Panty

Don't forget to use this special discount code: GIFTGUIDE
Valid Dec 1 – 24 for $10 off any purchase of $30 or more before tax. 

12 Days of Holiday Lingerie: Day 7

Stocking Seduction: Some of our favourite lingerie littles for her stocking.

Elizabeth W Eye Masks
Available at Knickers Lingerie in Victoria, British Columbia.

Our friends at Knickers are have offered a special discount just for you:
Enter CCxKnickers at checkout for 10% Off everything!

Hanky Panky Retro V-kini
Available at Bare Basics Lingerie in Vancouver and Steveston, B.C.

Kix'ies Thigh High Stockings
Available at Forever Yours Lingerie in Langley, B.C.

Get $10 off any purchase of $30 or more before tax using the code: GIFTGUIDE
Valid Dec 1 – 24 at Forever Yours Lingerie.

12 Days of Holiday Lingerie: Day 5

Let's not forget something for him! 

Outfit your man in the best! 

Handpicked by Shanah at Forever Yours Lingerie, SAXX features a revolutionary, ergonomic comfort pouch that prevents contact and comfortably contains a man’s package. Made from ultra soft, natural fibres for a lightweight, breathable, and moisture wicking fabric that sets the stage for the bright holiday patterns of the Vibe Boxer.

Saxx ‘Vibe’ Modern Fit Holiday Boxers

Don't forget to use this special discount code: GIFTGUIDE
Valid Dec 1 – 24 for $10 off any purchase of $30 or more before tax. 

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12 Days of Holiday Lingerie: Day 1

We're kicking off our 2015 Holiday Lingerie Gift Guide in the spirit of giving. 

The holidays can be a tough time, both financially and emotionally, even for those with food on the table and the means to celebrate. This time of year gives us the perfect opportunity to share with our communities and those less fortunate.

Forever Yours Lingerie, is an independent lingerie boutique, in Langley, British Columbia, that does just that. This is one of the many reasons that we love them so much. It is a truly family owned and operated, small Canadian business and an exemplary model of giving back to community. Just last month Forever Yours' Christmas Sizzle Fashion Show raised over $2500 and collected over 60 toys for the Langley Christmas Bureau.

Our Gift Guide begins here; in support of shopping local and in support of giving back to the communities that we live in.

So without further ado; Let's Get Shopping!

Whether it's a gift for her, a treat for yourself or something to be shared with someone you love (or lust), Forever Yours Lingerie has got you (un)covered!

(A guide to buying the right size here.)


Because Red Is Always Hot,

Chantelle C Chic Bra + Panty and Dreamgirl Santa's Helper Babydoll

Read more about why we love Chantelle C Chic here.

Dreamgirl Santa's Helper Babydoll

Strappy is sexy,

OhLaLa Charlene Teddy

Peek-a-boo is playful,

ICollection 'Sweet Surprise' Bra + Panty Set

And gilded is forever glamourous!

Wacoal 'Embrace Lace' Bra + Brief

Read more about why we love Wacoal 'Embrace Lace' here. 

Forever Yours Lingerie has a special offer just for you: 

$10 off any purchase of $30 or more before tax. 

Valid Dec 1 – 24. 

Code is GIFTGUIDE.

We would love to hear about the opportunities to give back in your own communities and the local businesses that are contributing.

Hello Gorgeous, You're Not Going To Believe This Summer Sale!

We are absolutely swooning at the gorgeous selection of Spring-Summer 2015 lingerie and swimwear up for grabs, on sale, at Forever Yours Lingerie! 

With plenty of summer to come, here are our top picks at up to 70% off:

Freya 'Parade' Plunge Bra.

Read more about whether a plunge bra is right for you, here.

Freya 'Parade' Brief.

Marlies Dekkers 'Space Odyssey' Balcony Bra.

Marlies Dekkers 'Space Odyssey' Thong.

Huit 'Enchantee' Balconette Bra.

Read more about when to wear a balconette style bra, here.

Huit 'Enchantee' Brief.

Absolutely zero excuses not to have our underpinnings game strong!

Ladies and Gentlemen, Step right up!

A Night at the Carnival, with all the dazzle of a big-top performance and a sexy twist was a big crowd pleaser. Calliope & Clio was lucky enough to be front row for all the fun.

It was with a bit of excitement and anticipation that I headed to A Night at the Carnival, hosted by Forever Yours Lingerie at the Cascades Casino. I felt a lot like a kid heading to the PNE for the first time. I really didn’t know what to expect, would there be games and cotton candy? How could I not be excited, I mean, who doesn’t love a carnival? A sexy, grown-up carnival. With wine. Now we’re talking.

The event was a spectacular affair that lived up to every promise; emceed by suave ringmaster, The Purrrrfessor, and featured hula hoop artists, burlesque dancing and tap dancers that proved Kix'ies are a girls best friend.

The carnival themed fashion show featured not only professional models, but some of us regular-sized girls too...

Freya Deco 'Spotlight' Plunge Bra + panty

Meow! Shirley Cotton-Sateen Leopard Corset, paired with Kix'ies

Shirley of Hollywood Venice Corset

Viva la Paris! Prima Donna Twist 'A La Folie' T-Shirt Bra

Even the Strong Man was showing off his Saxx Boxers

Let's all go to the Lobby! Great pin-up girl outfits were a theme of the night. 

Cupcake anyone? Lets not forget all the lovely volunteers that helped make the night perfect. 

The carnival themed fashion show featured not only professional models, but some of us regular-sized girls too, which is definitely a confidence booster to see them strut their stuff down the runway. The games on the “fairway” such as Bra Pong and a lingerie version of Plinko were huge hits, and of course no carnival would be complete without a kissing booth.

All of this big-top fun was in benefit of a great cause, Supportive Start. 

Supportive Start is the brainchild of store-owner Sonya Perkins who founded the program in the Spring of 2014, when she recognized a need for impoverished and homeless women in the lower mainland to have access to properly fit bras, new panties, and toiletry items. Since its inception the program has given hundreds of bras to local outreach organizations, through “fit clinics” where women in need are measured for the bra that best fits them.

This is the second year that Forever Yours Lingerie has hosted a lingerie fashion extravaganza, and they just keep getting bigger and better. If you missed out on all the fun and games not to worry, with Forever Yours Lingerie’s 20th anniversary in 2016, I’m sure next years event will be amazing! In the meantime, to donate to Supportive Start head to Forever Yours Lingerie to drop off your clean and gently used bras. For more information click here.

By Janet Abe: Marketing and communications consultant, with over 15 years of experience in design, event management and magazine publishing. Striving to make the world a more interesting place one day at time with a love of fashion, art, and all things design. Follow Janet on Twitter and Instagram.

Don't miss out on this year's show! Ticket for The Roaring 20's available here.

Outgrowing all my intimates means it's time for maternity!

With my existing stock of intimates slowly tightening around me, I've decided that it's time to invest in some new bras and panties (Read about First Trimester Must-haves). Fortunately for me, Calliope + Clio is friends with some of the best in the biz. We turned to the expertise of Kristin Wells at Forever Yours Lingerie. Mother of two and on board with FYL for 6 years, Kristin had a world of experience to share with us.

CC: Kristin, you are so authentic and enthusiastic about your work - I was immediately at ease with you. Where do you get all that great energy?
KW: Women come in with all kinds of body issues and hang-ups. When they walk out of here with the perfect fitting bra it is clear that they are also walking out feeling more confident about themselves. I find it so rewarding to enable that in women every day. Outside of the boutique, I have the opportunity to do this for in-need and at-risk women with Forever Yours Lingerie's Supportive Start Program. We collect new panties from our suppliers and gently used bras from our customers then go out into the community to fit and provide women with these very basic essentials.

Bravado Silk Seamless Nursing Bra

The most comfortable, buttery soft and stretchy fabric (stretches in four ways!)
that can be worn to bed. A god-send for tender breasts! 

Moulded cups that can be removed, or replaced with nursing pads.
One-handed nursing clasps that can be switched to "regular" strap clips
when baby is no longer nursing.

Sizing is limited: S, M, L, XL; which can be a pain if you find yourself between sizes.
A must-have transition bra!

CC: On the topic of perfect fit, you are like a Fit Magician. You were able to gauge my fit almost exactly with a few quick glances and measurements. That must come from a lot of experience.
KW: At FYL, this is a requirement for fitters. There is 3 month training process before our employees fit independently. Training involves time on the floor getting familiar with the product, time shadowing experienced fitters and finally time being shadowed by experienced fitters.

Hotmilk Eclipse Nursing Bra

Not your grandma's nursing bra. Lace detail and crystal embellishment that you still feel sexy in.
Soft cotton-lined cups and straps don't trade style for comfort.

Stretchy microfibre will transition well from maternity to nursing, as milk comes in.
Convenient one-handed drop-down clasps, are great for nursing.

6 hook and eye extension gives a lot of room to grow and room to shrink again.

KW Tip: Dark dyes often cause the same bra to fit snugger in a darker colour, than a lighter colour. This is something to keep in mind, especially if you were fit for a white bra and now you are ordering black in the same style.

CC: When do you suggest that women come in for their first maternity fitting?
KW: Anywhere from 4 to 6 months. By this time you have likely had a significant amount of growth. You will need something with a stretchier cup that will grow and expand with your changing size. We also fit your bra to grow and expand with you; adjusting size and band width to give you the maximum amount of room for growth. We recommend waiting until about two weeks after baby has arrived before getting fit for a proper nursing bra. Once baby comes, size will change as milk comes in and things adjust. Some people can change one cup size while others can change up to five cup sizes.

Hotmilk Eclipse Brief
Update: This panty is so perfect, I have since ordered one in every style/colour combo available!

Not your granny's panties,with lace, ruching and surprise keyhole detail in the back,
but just as comfy.
Sits comfortably under bump. Silky soft microfibre fabric.

CC: What about underwired nursing bras?

KW: Underwired nursing bras, moulded cup bras, and generally those with a well-defined center gore, can be tricky. The fit must be perfect which means that growth should have plateaued. In the case of an underwired bra, poor fit will cause the wire to push against breast tissue and result in clogged milk ducts, which can be very painful. We recommend holding off on the purchase of these bras until after baby has arrived to get the best fit possible.

KW Tip: Same as a regular bra, the center gore of a nursing bra should lie flat for proper fit and support.

We'll continue chatting about all things maternity in the months to come. Follow us on facebook, twitter and instagram to join the conversation!

Is Red Still Hot Or Not?

In all honesty, it has been some time since I've invested in red lingerie, opting instead for classic black ensembles. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, this got me thinking, 'Is red still a thing, or has it become passé?'

Reaching out to independent boutique owners for their expertise, the unequivocal response was, "Yes, red is always hot!". Here's what some had to say:

"If a guy comes in to buy lingerie for his love, they almost always choose red or black...pretty much year-round!

Red is the color of passion after all!"

~ Sonya Perkins

                                   Owner, Forever Yours Lingerie 

Empreinte Ludmila.
Available at Forever Yours Lingerie.

"Red lingerie has little competition especially around Valentine's Day. Red, black and lace are considered the holy trinity but not necessarily the only way to go."

~ Faizah Shahban

        Monaliza's Lingerie

Pleasure State Provacante Babydoll.
Available at Monaliza's Lingerie.

Psychological studies favour these ladies, providing empirical evidence that the "lady in red" is, in fact, a sexually appealing image for men.

So what do you think? Is red still hot or not?

2014 Holiday Lingerie Gift Guide: Santa, Baby!

What better way to kick off the Holiday Season than with a Charity Holiday Fashion Show and shopping party?!

Christmas Sizzle at Forever Yours Lingerie was such a blast, and a fundraising success with $2272 plus toys collected for the Langley Christmas Bureau. Forever Yours generously rounded that amount up to $2500!

It's not too late to give. Learn how you can help to make this Christmas brighter for a family in need.

Sips courtesy of Kalala Organic Estate Winery & Fernie Brewing Co.
Toys collected for the Langley Christmas Bureau.

The fashion show was an explosion of festive spirit both on and off the runway. Beautiful models (read: Every Woman + Every Body) and beloved patrons quickly swept us away with their amazing energy.

The takeaway: 

The best gift to give this holiday season is the gift of YOU - in a sexy playsuit!

Raven Lace Bustier + Emerald Chemise.

Stretch Velvet Santa Dress with Kix'ies Stay-ups + Velvet Santa Dress.

Parfait Bra + Panty with Satin Underbust Corset + Cut-out Santa Dress.

We were inspired by the positive presence that owner, Sonya Perkins, has clearly established for her boutique in the community of Langley. 

Speaking of the boutique, what a fantastic space with over 6000 sq. ft. of selection in a vast range of sizes! Just a few sips later (just a few delish sips ;) - we will definitely be tracking down Kalala's 2012 Pinot Noir for our own holiday festivities) we were ready to shop! Our knowledgeable fitters, Marla and Jen, helped us swim through our selections and made sure that we left with the perfect haul: Marlies Dekkers, Chantelle, Freya and Kix'ies!

(More on the Lingerie Gift Guide: Buying Tips, Swimwear, Breakfast In Bed!)

Are you feeling as inspired as us to put a bow on it this holiday season?