British Designer Creates Treat for Lovers of Lace

London based lingerie designer Ayten Gasson continues to utilise the finest lace in her latest range, once again going back to the roots of the British fashion industry to create an amazingly sensual vintage inspired new collection.

The designer, currently in her 5^th year, has launched her Spring Summer 2010 collection using the finest and most delicate trims, many sourced locally from the old lace mills in Nottingham, UK and dating back over 30 years. Specifically using Leavers Lace, one of the oldest production technologies.  “Nottingham lace is renowned for its high quality and beauty with Leavers lace being the most exceptional. Sadly with the demand for this lace falling it is no longer produced in high quantities. This is why I am constantly sourcing vintage lace to create something unique”, Ayten explains.

Shapes for this season include the Ayten Gasson signature Skirted Knicker and Kimono, along with soft bralets; full length slips, vintage inspired teddies and a classic underwire bra. Shapes are inspired by vintage linegrie patterns, many sourced from antique and charity shops around the UK. The classic loose fit teddy was inspired by a 1940 piece which was also made using cotton nottingham lace. Matching eyemasks and cuffs are made to complete each range. Colours include Crimson, Azure, Antique White and Black, trimmed with Latte, Misty Rose and Ivory.