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Summer Fashion: la Vie en Rose

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Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

It’s the unofficial end to my Summer Beauty & Fashion Guide! (I’ve got a few more giveaways set aside for mid August – need to keep the good times rolling!)

And of course I wanted it to go out with a BANG! – so what better way than to feature my favourite Canadian retailer of luxurious lingerie – it’s la Vie en Rose!

So let’s talk about ta-tas. Specifically, my ta-tas. They’ve always been just a little bit heavier than the average rack. In fact, during a fact-finding ultrasound years ago, the technician had much trouble viewing the results, as my breasts were too dense to allow for a clear picture. In other words, they’re not the perkiest buds in the garden.

Enter breastfeeding. Ugh.

Do I really need to go into detail? All former breastfeeding mamas know what nursing does to the shape, feel and, ahem, gravitational force of boobies. Combine that with naturally weighty breasts, and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. Paging: Dr. Push-up!

la Vie en Rose came to my rescue by sending me two of their most popular push-up bras: the Air Pad bra and the Double Gel bra. I literally wept with relief.

Now I had planned on posting before and after pics (with a t-shirt on of course!) but after scrutinizing the photos, decided that they still looked kind of racy. Hey, what can I say, I look damn sexy in a push-up; my knockers will knock you over! So in the interest of keeping this blog G-rated, I’ll provide my take on the bras instead.

The Air Pad bra (pictured above right) is the sexier of the two, with lacy details and a pretty, scalloped cup. I opted for both bras in black because I’m all about classic elegance, but do like to have nude and white bras on hand for “t-shirt time” too. Now this bra looks like a push-up, but is surprisingly light thanks to the air filled pads. In fact, the molded pads give ultimate lift to create maximum cleavage minus the weight, unlike some other extreme push-ups which can actually sag as they lift. Its quite frankly the perfect ratio of lift:weight for me, because the last thing I need is a heavy, cumbersome bra.

The Double Gel bra, which boasts double support,  is my preferred every day bra. The seamless foam cups don’t show under clothes; discreet gel pouches and underwire create ample cleavage; and a dainty scalloped lace trim on the back and sides is both romantic and understated. I love the feel of this bra – the cushiony, soft texture feels like second skin and offers a natural shape. And while I wouldn’t necessarily classify it as an extreme push-up, it does wonders to lift the ta-tas to a sexy height and gives a soft, feminine curve to your silhouette.

Click here to view all la Vie en Rose push-up bras.

Can you believe fall is just around the corner? Check out my favourite HOT look from la Vie en Rose’s “The Colours of Fall”:

LOVE! Before reading the caption, “The Colours of Forbidden Fruit”, I had thought the collection looked sexy but inviting. I’d say the title matches up perfectly, don’t you?

Click here to view la Vie en Rose’s Fall LookBook, full of the season’s best lingerie, loungewear and swimwear!


Summer’s not over yet! And la Vie en Rose has many more gorgeous looks for the season – romantic lace bras & panties, swimwear (of course!), dressed-down casual wear and even must have accessories, including sandals, sunglasses, and hats & bags. Click here to shop online.


One lucky Listen to Lena! reader will win a $100 la Vie en Rose Gift Card! To enter, simply visit their online store and leave a comment here with your three (3) favourite looks.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena! (2 extra entries!)
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(4) “Like” la Vie en Rose on Facebook
(5) Tweet daily: Please use this la Vie en Rose Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on August 28th. Good luck everybody!

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Comments

  2. Lotus

    Here are the three things I love from La Senza:Lace Overlay Strapless BraHi-Waist Control Boyleg Panty Miss Penelope Balconnet BraI could go on! Awesome contest:)

  16. renee

    I like the P.S. La Vie en Rose Bikini P.S. La Vie en Rose Unpadded Bra Basic Satin Chemise reneetaylor at sympatico dot ca

  47. Nicole

    I love La Vie en Rose! I bought tons of stuff from them before my wedding/honeymoon this past June!Three of my fave looks they have now are:1. The Rosette chemise from their bridal collection is so pretty, I would have loved to have had it for my honeymoon.2. The multi-string mix & match bandeau bikini top and matching bikini bottom – so cute!3. Body rose strapless bra.Thanks!sunshine_279 at hotmail dot com

  61. Annie1

    Here are my 3 fave looksGigi Chemise Polka Dots Mesh Cami with Boyleg Panties Illusion Full-coverage Bra nancyrobster at gmail dot com

  68. 409cope

    I like the-1.Satin Wave Chemise 2.Polka Dots Mesh Cami with Boyleg Panties3.Bustier Inconnu in White. cardshark42(at)hotmail(dot)com

  87. nicolthepickle

    Love la Vie en Rose*laughs* I thought your post was hilarious.#1 Solid Ring Mix-and-match Bandeau Bikini Top with the Solid Ring Mix-and-match Boyleg Bikini Bottom.#2 French Bloom Microfibre ESP Bra I love the bright blue.#3 Fraulein Chiffon Babydoll in white.

  93. Caroline

    I like so many things but a few of them are:PS La Vie en Rose Boyleg PS La Vie En Rose Lightly Padded Bra Wings Mix-and-match Bikini Bottom and halter top

  100. Helen

    Loving the following looks from La Vie en Rose:1) Illusion full-coverage in 'burgundy'2) Roses lace bra in nude3) Crossheart chemise in 'burgundy'(Burgundy is in quotes because it looks a lot more like royal purple to me!)Besides following your blog, I also 'like' you on Facebook! :)

  117. roswell

    i love the1) Illusion Demi Bra and the 2) Melted Palms Mix-and-match Push-up Bikini Top and matching bottoms3)Satin Cargo Pantsstaceyx at telus dot net

  147. flowerchild

    my 3 favorite looks are -Sea Stripes Mix-and-match Tankini Top-Essential Capris -Basic Satin Chemise thanksflower_child_23(at)hotmail(dot)com

  154. Katrina Brady

    I like Lace Overlay Strapless BraSatin Cargo PantsSolid Mix-and-match Bandeau Bikini Top with Solid Mix-and-match Fold-over Waist Bikini Bottomsweetpeg at gmail dot com

  171. Anne W

    I am in serious need of a new strapless bra. Loving the body rose wave strapless bra in burgandy. I could also use a front closure bra, and a cute pair of boyleg panties. I love LaVie.

  190. ksceviour

    I love so many things on the site! I would defiantely have fun shopping there! I chooseBody Rose Wave Strapless BraBeauty Dots Strapless BraControl Teddyksceviour at hotmail dot com

  221. Belinda M

    I like the Illusion Demi Bra and thong, the Gigi Chemise and Sea Stripes Mix-and-match Tankini Top with Sea Stripes Mix-and-match Boyleg Bikini Bottombluebelle0367(at)hotmail(dot)com

  255. Josee

    I like the Ribbon Babydoll in black, the Glamour Merry Widow in white and the Glamour Boyleg.Thanks for the giveaway :)jokparent at hot mail dot com

  262. Josee

    I like the new DS magic shade. Sparkling nail polish always call my name.Thanks for the giveaway :)jokparent at hot mail dot com

  317. Fokxxy

    I LIKE THEir romantic lingerie look… like the Basic Satin Sleepshirt I like the a Vita Stripe Front-closure Push-up Bra also and the Lace Band Top ssummmer(at)gmail.com

  331. PaulineMilner

    From la Vie en Rose, I like the Double Gel Push Up Bra, the Illusion Full Bra and the Lace Overlay Strapless Bra.Thanks for the great giveaway. ~Paulinedod@rogers.com

  343. Karyn

    My favorite looks are:1) Yoga Monkey Cargo Capris2) Yoga Monkey Boxers3) Glamour Lace Balconnet Bra with Removable Pads

  407. Carolynn Gomez

    Love these looks:1) Light Control Minimiser Cami (especially great post-baby!)2) The Kimono's are gorg! Smitten by the chiffon Kimono3)Diagonal Top Casual wear – effortlessly chic!

  432. Rebecca

    LOVE La Vie en Rose!! I like these 3 looks: Gina Babydoll, Jewel-back Gown, Black Butterfly Cami! They have such pretty stuff!rebthecatsitter at gmail.com

  442. tumyii

    love the bras from la vie en rose! here are my 3 favourites:1. roses 2-tone strapless2. glamour push up3. PS la vie en rose double geltumyiix at gmail dot com

  507. jonandjules

    3 things I love1. Paula Slip2. Glamour Balconet Bra paired with Glamour Lace Boy Leg Panties3. Sea Stripes Tankini Top paired with Multi-String Bikini Bottomjonandjules(at)hotmail(dot)com

  596. Soozle

    I really like the following1) Wave Stripe Mix-and-match Tankini Top 2) Modal Cocooning Pants 3) Satin Mini Dots Cami sbabij2 at shaw dot ca