Ladies, here's the secret Victoria doesn't want you to know:
by the time you're stripped to your skivvies, only you - and not the average
red-blooded American male - is concerned with the lingerie you're wearing. But
we're certain that even his bedroom eyes will widen with ... ahem, admiration
... if you stop by Looc (12 Union Park Street, Boston, 617.357.5333)
at the start of December. That's when the South End boutique becomes Boston's
exclusive carrier of Amulette, a collection of sensual, romantic
lingerie created by Colombian designer Johanna Isaac. But besides the gorgeous
(and affordable, ranging from $30 to $150) pieces themselves, you'll both
appreciate the sweet surprise inside: contained inside each label is a small
wearable amulet for the owner. Past collections have included cherry blossoms,
hearts, and feathers, but the charms inside Looc's collection will bear the
shape of an elephant. Designer Isaac says the elephant symbolizes good luck and
"strengthens love and faithfulness between couples." It's worth pointing out
that in some cultures the elephant is also a symbol of fertility, which may or
may not be what you and your significant other have in mind when you make use
of these sexy numbers (so practice safe shopping, if necessary). But whatever
meaning you ascribe to its trinkets, there's no doubt that Amulette is both
chic and charming.
