A Pop of Papaya!

Did you hear that San Francisco actually got snow last week? Yes, amis, it's true! The city saw its first flurries since the 70's! With that news, we couldn't help but sink lower into our coziest pajamas. The weather has everyone feeling a little blue, but that doesn't mean tropical vacations can't be had right here on the home front.

Selmark Noelia Molded Cup & Thong (Papaya), $97 & $42

Here's what I'm proposing: crank up the thermostat, break out the blender and pina colada mix, and pop your favorite 60's beach movie in your DVD player. Why not pick up Selmark's new Noelia collection while you're at it? It's the perfect distraction from the grey days, and the ideal vacation we've all been yearning for!

Selmark Noelia Brief (Papaya), $57

The Noelia collection is basic by design, fancy by embellishment! It features Selmark's coveted molded cup bra, whose embroidery is low relief so you can wear it easily under thinner tops. The collection also boasts a sweetly embroidered brief and thong. The rich papaya color looks great on everyone, so don't be shy about letting a bra strap peek out from underneath a black tank.

Come check out this anticipated new arrival before it's all gone! And if you do decide to wear it around your toasty house, tropical drink in hand, you might want to throw on some cozy wool socks for good measure. Don't worry. We won't tell anyone!

A Smooth Operator For Petites!

So often, customers stop by A La Folie, meekly meander to the counter and quietly say "Your window says you sell hard-to-find sizes. Can you help me?" I'm always amazed that so many women perceive themselves to be a difficult size. It's true that bigger and smaller bras are harder to come by, but that doesn't mean they don't exist!

We don't bat an eye at a 38 or 40 band size, a 32A or a 44G. We've fit just about everyone and are continually adding new styles to suit every size, shape and preference. If we don't have what you're looking for, rest assured, we can find it!

Which leads me to our most exciting new arrival, and no, it's not for the chestier among you! A very common request we get is for a 30 band size and AA or A cup. Many of the brands we carry won't even make a 30 band size or AA cup, meaning that our petites were too often left out in the cold, especially when it came to basics. But no more!

The Little Bra Company's Angela smooth cup bra

We just love The Little Bra Company. Their bras give a noted lift and shaping to a modest bust line -- we've had to order their Lucia lace plunge three times to accommodate the demand! And now we're excited to announce the arrival of the Angela tee shirt bra, a push up that wears well with just about anything. The smooth molded cups create a clean silhouette, perfect for slim-fitting tees and dresses. Even better, the straps are fully convertible -- racerback and halter tops are easier than ever to pull off! And the price is just right -- $62 buys you effortless lift, sumptuous cleavage and undeniable versatility!

Criss-crossed straps are no problem!

Mes belles, it's true: good things really DO come in small packages!