Curvy Kate at Moda!

Every lingerie enthusiast knows the place to be this month is Moda. Or more specifically, stand A31 at Moda! The Curvy Kate stand hosts what is – in my opinion – one of our best collections to date, with some incredible new releases which promise to have J cupped girls in racer back dresses, fabulous colour palettes and our fabulous second swimwear collection.

We see a return of many old favourites to join the exciting new releases, so prepare to fall in love all over again for Spring/Summer 2013…

The Curvy Kate team were also showcasing the stunning new SS13 swimwear range, which takes all the best bits from the debut range from this year, throws in a dash of moulded cups, a pinch of polka dot and a generous helping of highly-requested new shapes (including a halter and high waist fold-over bikini brief!) to create what is something that we’re all so proud of here in the office and we can’t wait to get our hands on it next year!

Now, let’s get on to what you all want to see, an up close and personal sneak peek at the Spring/Summer 2013 collection. I have to say, you’re in for a treat!

The jaw-dropping ‘Tease Me’ makes an appearance, and for next year it will be this delicious grape shade.

The ‘Tease Me’ has been a best-seller and well-loved set for years now, and is something that our fans all seem to love. Any busty girl will tell you how difficult it is to get sexy, supportive and stylish lingerie for bigger boobs, and the Tempt Me has satisfied that need for many seasons now, with exciting new shades released twice a year. The only problem is, that I’ve grown quite a collection of these bras now as I always want the latest colour! Oops!

The ‘Gia’ set, new from this season (Autumn/Winter 2012), makes a return for Spring 2013 in this stunning fashion colour ‘seafoam’. A hot shade for the summer season, I can just see myself wearing this under a summer dress with a cheeky bit straps in that gorgeous colour on show.

…although I have to say, I do have a soft spot for this pretty ‘blush’ shade for those of you who like to keep things simple and unseen. The best thing about this delicate peachy pink shade (available now!) is how it’s a great alternative to a ‘tan’ colour, plus it looks great on all skin tones.

The iconic ‘Portia’ set is a long-standing favourite for all Curvy Kates. the superb fit, pretty, delicate features and gorgeous pop of contrasting ribbon detail has kept the Portia in the Curvy Kate portfolio since day one.

The ‘Romance’ is a personal favourite of mine, so imagine my endless squeals when I heard it was being continued on for its fourth season. Potentially the best colour-way to date, this delectable ‘charcoal/seafoam’ combination is a real eye-catcher. and you only need to see it on the drop-dead gorgeous Lauren Colfer to see how amazing it will look on:

 Swit swoo!

We’ve still not got our hands on the amazing black Smoothie from this season (it’s released to stores and e-tailers from September) but we’ve already got our hearts set on the incredible new colours for next year! The stunning-yet-subtle leopard print is still there, but the style will be available in Curvy Kate’s signature hot pink and the ever-gorgeous ‘blush’ shade.

I find myself again in that tricky situation where I’m forced to decide between practical magic and eye-popping fashion shades! I may have to opt for both in the Smoothie’s case…

Another personal fave, the ‘Lottie’ will be back for its third season, and this time with Curvy Kate’s first EVER print! The daringly different graphic floral is so unique and eye-catching; so much so that this style just HAD to go on the catalogue cover!

Stealing the show for me is the fantastic ‘Desire’ set. It’s our first multiway and from squeezing myself into the sample size I know for a fact that it’s an absolute treat! I usually wear a 30FF but we’ve had some 32F’s in the office and considering the size wasn’t perfect this bra is just SO comfortable and practical. I never thought I’d see the day I could wear a halterneck dress, but it seems that may well be a possibility for next Summer!

If you’re a Tempt Me fan, then no doubt you’ll be excited to see this incredible ‘charcoal/raspberry’ addition to the collection. The perfect bra for wearing underneath a LBD on a night out, the Tempt Me really boosts your assets and your confidence for a divine shape, super uplift and a crackling cleavage. What’s not to love?

The Entice, which only arrived in Autumn/Winter 2012′s black and champagne a few short weeks ago, is now available in this stunning ‘ivory/champagne’ colourway for 2013. It’s the perfect pick-me-up for ladies who like their ‘nude’ bras to be something a little bit special, but also a fabulous option for brides. Someone prepare to take us down the aisle, quick!

For those of you eager to check out the new swimwear line, since the range is pretty large this season I’ve picked out my three favourites to show you: the Pebble, Horizon and Flirt bikinis.

The ‘Pebble’ set may well be my favourite of the lot. The gorgeously vintage styling, icy cool and fresh polka dot colour way and white, navy and lagoon colour-way makes for a perfect mix of pool-side cool. For ladies who have been yearning for a moulded bikini style up to a J cup, your prayers may well have been answered. This set is also available up to a K cup in the padded balcony style which is based on the best-selling Daily Boost bra.

I’m such a sucker for a ditsy floral print, especially anything that looks remotely like poppies! The ‘Flirt’ set comes in the classic padded balcony style, as well as this fashionable halterneck. The halter set is finished with a cute black frill all along the bottom. I challenge anyone to not make an impact on the sand in this bikini!

Ok, when I said the ‘Pebble’ bikini was my favourite, that might have been a lie. This ‘Horizon’ set, with its gorgeous pin-up chevron stripes in clean red and white is so ‘St Tropez’ it hurts. Red looks amazing on so many skin tones, but not so good with sun burn so one to be worn with a high SPF that’s for sure!

For more pics and information on the upcoming swimwear range, check out the Curvy Kate website.

We can’t believe that Moda is nearly over for another year! Do you have any favourite new styles you can’t wait to get your hands on?