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there is nothing more fun than walking in here with my hot pinup model sista from another mista gal pal and having the sales staff assume we're a couple...they let us share a booth and dress each other together, rearrange each others giblets and lace each other up in corsets. Good times by all.
cute lingerie that I would gladly wear under a trench for a hot bearded musician guy so I could accost him with my pushed up goodies, SURPRISE! Boobs in your face!
If only they were within my budget, le sigh
I have to say I used to be a huge fan of A. Provocateur. But some things, are often better when they weren't so easily accessible. Like the girl that's too easy to get... at first the attraction is there, but the thrill of the hunt is soon forgotten and you're left with cheap fabric and want to throw it in the incinerator.... I mean, you want to escape out the window. If only they remained in London... the fantasy might still be there.
To be fair, they do have nice knickers if you buy in the $130 range and up, however the $65 panties are rather cheaply made and grossly over-priced. For $130+ you're better off buying La Perla, Simone Perele, Eres or even Stella McCartney.
They're bras aren't really any better... unless you spend $300 and up. Once again, there are just too many better lines out there available to be wasting your money here.
The things are cute, but the quality, for the most part, is crap. I'd imagine you'd find equivalent quality at TJMaxx for 1/10th the price.
Actually, I feel a little ill thinking about how much money I've dumped here... live and learn.
I will say though, the girls here are great and helpful. Too bad the product isn't better.
Yep, it's true. AP goodies cause you to blow your wad. (Wha... something I said?) I'm talking a big ol' wad of casheesh here, girls & boys. So, if the thought of $90 panties, $200 bras and $350+ bustiers makes your, uh, gag reflex activate, take comfort in this... sexing yourself up in quality, amazingly-crafted lingerie (even if it's just for your own naughty secret under that super-nerdy Armani suit) will light up that little vixen or Bond girl in you. You want that. Trust me. Many benes.
Be forewarned: the sales girl you get is **key** and directly impacts whether or not you have an O (shopping oh-yes) b/c this place is full-service whether you like it or not. I mean, she's in the dressing room with you the whole way, ensuring that fit is right, that your lingerie vocab is up to snuff (e.g., waspie vs. basque vs. suspender vs. wtf), that you understand how to properly fit & lace-up more complicated articles of who-knows-what.
Have shopped AP numerous times and some of the girls have sported inexplicable, contemptuous nonchalance (why, when I'm about to drop a G on a few pieces that can fit into a grande sbx cup?!) but the good news is LISA = AWESOME, so ask for her when you go!
I strolled in today after dropping off some shoes at Anthony's two doors down. I was just in the mood to browse..and they always have tempting, pretty things to look at..
Their Spring collection is naughty and nice..and of course I covet the goodies from their classic collection, too...as I made my way through the store..I found a small section of sale items. I immediate spotted some really cute things that were unbelievably discounted and just in my size! The sales gal, Amy, was super attentive and helped me get fitted.
Within 15 minutes I walked out the store with two really cute bra/panty sets for the price of a bra.
"Nobody puts Baby in a corner."
This is the store from which all of my birthday and Christmas presents come. Did that sound dirty? Just trying to be grammatically correct.
Lovely lingere in all sorts of styles, plus they keep it interesting with their thematic catalogs (last time I checked, the theme was "pirates").
I've never actually bought anything at the store, nor have I even been inside. I like what's in the box, though. Who knew red silk panties with a bow could be sooo cute?
Agent Provocateur's mantra to the guys comes straight out of Akon's new song: I wanna get with you...so damn beautiful.
For those who have not heard of Agent Provocateur, this British brand offers creatively designed lingerie that are far sexier than Victoria Secret, but the price of $200 to $300 for a set becomes stupid expensive. You can blow a wad here guys!
Kudo's to the founders on their vision of creating a dreamy experience in retail shopping for undergarments. Really sways the shopper to buy into the fantasy of feeling and looking sexy.
A girl should go into their plush velvety dressing room at least once. The helpful staff are women in sexy outfits, who can help you with the fitting and measurements. They will store your info in your profile, so on your next visit, you can have your significant other pick something as a surprise for you! One drawback is that your significant other cannot go into the dressing room with you for a personal opinion.
Their product selections have a variety of fabrics, colors and textures, like a transparent lace undergarments to a witch theme. I cannot personally comment on the fit, because I have not tried any on.
Ladies, dress to impress on a special occasion.
Beautiful is truly in the eye of the beholder. For some guys, the risque cuts stir their emotion. For other guys, give it to them straight- they prefer natural beauty.
For Miss Independents, the quality lingerie makes you feel sexy and luxurious at the same time, while having your outerwear shield your secret pleasure.
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This place is really tiny. Which unfortunately means they don't have much of a selection. When we walked in the women working there just stared at us as we walked around. The merchandise was pretty mundane too and so pricey it was really a worthless shopping experience. I've been to the one in NYC which is much much better.
the employees here are very nice and helpful.
as far as the lingerie, very nice selections and it is a high end lingerie store....about 150 for a bra :x ...but definately get what you pay for as far as the fabric quality.
If you don't know about this store ... you can't rightfully call yourself a man.
This is where you should be shopping for lingerie at least once a year for your special little thing. Or for that matter a few times a year if you would like to have numerous special little things.
Pricey it may be ... but if there is any area worthy of a few hundred dollars to be spent on it ... need I say more.
I mean seriously ... we spend a few hundred bucks on seat covers for a car.... and this stuff covers the seats I'm truly interested in.
I do agree about the rules needing to be lightened up .. if I'm gonna drop $500 I wanna see what I'm buying.
Either way .. the stuff is top quality and your girly will surely soil these panties once she puts them on. :)
Speaking of crack... Agent Provocateur is like crack. I love collecting cute bras and panties and this stuff is definitely the Junior Varsity version of La Perla Barbie... except mayyyybe a little more risque. Hmm... right up someone's alley... not me... just saying.
Either way, I don't like to make the undie purch at Victoria's Secret, unless I'm in a serious bind only because I believe that their undies are cheap, break down after a few washes (even hand wash) and I don't really think that they're super-sexy.
I love Agent Provocateur because they have a really vast selection of hot stuff with bows and lace and rhinestones (all my faves), but I don't feel like I'm trolling Frederick's of Hollywood.
I still love La Perla and Cosabella for the work week but for the weekend AP is purrrrrr-fect. ;)
This place was so charming, I'm writing a review ages after I first visited (I visited when they first opened). The boutique as well as their lingerie is exquisite. The lingerie is artfully made and is the highest quality. I haven't gotten to use any of my items much since I've been knocked up for the past 2 1/2 years (guess how that came about???), but my ranges are still in great condition and are still as beautiful as when I took them home.
One thing the ladies should know before entering this establishment is that the items are pricey but well worth it. A set could cost you a few hundred dollars. Also, once you've picked out the items you would like to try, an "agent" comes into the dressing room with you to make sure the bras and panties fit correctly.
Yes, that's right. I'll repeat myself for the men. Another lady comes into the dressing room with your lady and helps put on her bras and panties. Bras and matching panties: $200. Watching another woman help your lady into her bras and panties: Priceless.
HAHA, just kidding. After reading the review before me, I found I was wrong. Men CANNOT go into the dressing rooms! Too bad.
FYI: The "agent" who always helped me before, and like I said this was ages ago, was wonderful and super sweet. Hopefully, she still works there. Her name is "Mary."
If a guy's going to buy me lingerie, he's going to need to see me in it. Agent Provocateur needs to lighten up and allow guys into the dressing room. We're not going to mess around! I just don't want to be traipsing around in skivvies out in the store where randoms can see me just so he can check me out in the outfits.
There were a few cute things, but we didn't buy anything because he didn't get to see me in anything.
I am a guy and I don't wear lingerie. I do occasionally shop for it (for others). Quit judging.
Anyways, shopping here was fantastic. You can imagine the intimidation of a man walking into a place that looks like a dressing room from Moulin Rouge, but the staff made me feel more than welcome.
I will also mention that the females who work here are really quite attractive. But then again I don't know why a single guy would be shopping here anyways. Except me of course!
The lingerie here looks.. well, hot for the few moments you'll see it, and apparently it fits great too. You will pay a pretty penny, but the whole experience and product was well worth it.
Ladies & gents, this IS the gift that keeps on giving! You will not believe how much it costs but it is worth every penny. Hit them on a sale and you are golden. I like to get my besties one really fabulous pair of panties here as a bachelorette gift. The pink box wrapped in black ribbon alone will get you both excited. A gorgeous pair of side tying ribbon, one size undies will run you about $60. Yes, you could get more stuff somewhere else. However, the woman who wears only a pair of see through pink panties with black lace & long black ribbons falling from her hips is going to make her man crazy when he gets to untie them off her. You should also be prepared for the sales girls to see you naked and adjust your straps. They come right in to your room to make sure everything fits properly. It may appear that there's not too much inventory. Just ask them because Jennifer pulled lots of goodies from the back in my size. When it's my man's Bday I go here and drop $200. Then I surprise him in a trench coat, heals & only AP underneath. I'm not sure who appreciates this stuff more, him or me?
I absolutely love this place - amazingly sexy undies and extremely cute sales girls. What more could you want?
Yes, very pricey, but we're all worth it.
Agent Provocateur sells lingerie so hot and sexy that you'll feel like a deluxe whore ready to dominate the world as soon as you slip some on.
And we are talking high-end quality here. Don't wear those pieces of luxury if you are going on a drunken-i-cant-give-a-fuck-about-who-im-making-out -with-and-why-im-i-in-this-bed-and-who-the-fuck-ar e-you-and-whats-my-name-again kind of night/morning.
Wear them for a special occasion, for someone you truly like.
If that someone special is your boyfriend/husband, i suggest charging him some kind of fee for the night to finance those sexy expenses.
Everybody wins.
W( o )( o )T! W( o )( o )T!
Dear Wonderful Boyfriend,
I left a convenient mini flip-chart of my various sizes and measurements on your refrigerator, along with a small photo portfolio of how I might look in a selection of garments.
HINT HINT
xoxo,
Julie
I'm a tomboy, if you didn't know now you do yet nothing makes me feel girlier than slipping into sexy lingerie. Although La Perla is my main choice, when I want something naughty yet sweet, AG is my partner in crime!
The inside makes me feel like im in a brothel house with the dim lighting, semi-dark walls and lingerie everywhere. When ever I walk in I always glance over and look at the pink swarovski crystal encrusted whip I hope to one day purchase. For the other half's b-day I wanted to wear a little something that would make him wish it was his birthday everyday.
After trying on every single piece they had, I ended up with a set from the Gangster collection. Tell me why when I was told what collection it was from, the first line that came to mind was "hey baby is that a gun or are you just happy to see me?" Whenever I leave this store I always feel naughtier than I did coming in eh, so much for going to catholic school.
Whip: $225
Chocker w/leash: $355
Open cup bra: $150
Being the classiest naughty little girl on your block: Priceless.
Great brands
Great sales people
Great selection
Great prices
Great art
Just damn great!!!!
Thank you agent provocateur for making me feel sexy for my man :)
beautiful thing in a beautiful store run by beautiful ladies.
i came in on my lunch break the other day just to pass the time.. AMAZING!!
there are some many sexy and wild things to touch and try on in there, i am surprised i made it out with any money left in my bank account.
while i can't really justify purchasing a $90 suspender, i sure as shit am going to enjoy wearing it.. and i certainly wont be the only one wink wink.
the shop girls were really helpful and helped me pick out the right size.
i highly suggest you stop by.. on payday
Don't be fooled, they do actually sell functional bras here too! AP is expensive, and they certainly do make bras with giant bows and ruffles and features that aren't fit to wear under clothing. But I like them for their bras actually fitting me and being comfortable. I tend to get the more plain styles that can be worn with clothes on top, so it's a brand I wear often. And the expense is worth it, these underthings are very well made and last a long time when cared for properly (like not tossed in the washing machine set on vigorously-agitate-the-crap-out-of-contents).
I had been restricted to mail order from the UK, but on my trip in I found out that I can call the shop there and have it shipped to me. Domestic shipping to Hawaii is a lot better than UK to Hawaii!
So I got a birthday gift from my husband (good man!) from this store and decided to exchange it for something more practical, like a bra.
Oh My God! I think I died and went to heaven when I shopped there! They provide personal fitting, so you pretty much don't do anything but stand in front of the mirror and try one fabulous thing after another. They also keep all your measurements in the computer system so next time my husbands decides to give me another gift, they can just look up my size!
I got the most amazing bra I have ever owned or worn against my skin. I am considering staying in tomorrow night at home so I can just wear it and drink champagne, its that pretty! I also got the most fabulous perfume, it smells like clean sheets and french soap. They wrap everything in cute pink boxes with black ribbon bows.
And the best thing is that the owner of the brand is the son of Vivienne Westwood and Sex Pistol's band manager! That woman has so much style and kink in her, I guess the son did inherit the good genes!
Crabby Summary
The Good:
-When you order by mail, everything is wrapped very pretty and comes with a beaaauutiful naughty catalog.
-Everything is pretty pretty
The Bad:
-Can't wear it 2x without it falling apart. Or even once.
-Stupid Expensive (which would be fine if the quality was stupid fab...but it's not)
With Victoria's Secret, strictly for the "it's my honeymoon/anniversary I had better get some lingerie to wear one time" girl.
And now...more than you needed to know:
Thanks to a generous 'friend' I have many AP pieces. They're gorgeous. However, if I had bought them myself, I'd be in the AP store throwing a screaming hissy fit. One stretchy little slip broke before I even got it on. One bra broke the 3rd time I wore it ($135). Considering the prices ($250+ each), I was shocked at the quality of my 2 silk robes.
Now, I like nice things. I am willing to pay for nice things. And when someone GIVES me nice things, I'm even happier. But there is no way in hell I would ever buy anything for myself here. In fact, I've re-directed Mr. Give Me Prezzies elsewhere (to Dollhouse Betty if you must know).
If you're the kind of girl (or guy who's girl) wears lingerie once a year on your anniversary, or once a lifetime on your honeymoon - you can rush right over to AP. If you just stand STILL and tease someone before letting them rip off your $500 in lingerie - then this will work well for you.
If you're the kind of girl who really likes pretty lingere and wears it regularly, do NOT buy an AP bits. Especially if you intend to wear it for what *I* consider it's intended purpose - to tease someone into mauling you while still wearing most of it. And then wearing it again.
I believe this is the only place in San Francisco where one can pick up fully-fashioned 100% nylon stockings*. At least, the only place where they're the dress code. Okay, the only place in San Francisco where one can gaze on girls in fully-fashioned stockings for less than $250/hour. Unless you've got my lingerie habits. Then. Well.
* (until Dollhouse Bettie opened, that is)
AP is hot, hot, hot! I'm a firm believer in investing in smoking hot come hither lingerie - forget boring VS! Your lover will surely be at your becking call and have to pick his jaw up off the ground. You will feel incredibly sexy too.
AP ranges fit really well! You don't have to be voluptuous to fill these bad boys out. There's something for everyone's mood too - feeling demure and pretty go for something lacy, feeling naughty go for those peek a boo style bra sets.
I also LOVE their accessories - they are so fun! They have beautiful leather whips with crystals -- one day I will buy, but for $300 I would rather by a bra and panty set! They also have cute jewelry and blindfolds with naughty sayings --- oooo lala.
Their stay up thigh high stockings are amazing too - the perfect finishing touches to your lingerie set!
The sales women are so helpful and sweet too. I frequent the SF store but have also shopped at the Las Vegas location which is much bigger. The sales women also go into the dressing room with you too and help you put on your bra or lace up your boustier- which was a little odd (in Vegas not SF). But in SF they do want to see you in your sexy set.
You seriously can't go wrong with anything from Agent Provocateur!
I don't need to tell you why Agent Provocateur is your one stop shop for all things sexy (that the majority can't see on you). You already know that. So, instead I'll let you in a few secrets.
1) Agent Provocateur keeps a file on all its clients. Meaning, when you purchase an item for the first time they keep your sizes and what not in their fancy computer. What's that translate to? You can send in a slew of hot young things (guys... or girls!) to purchase you presents! They just tell the lovely Agent Provocateur ladies your name and they help pick out the sizes for you. Amazing. If you're a good customer with a steady history a certain associate will even model said choices so your lover(s) can get a better picture for what they'll be peeling off you later that evening.
2) They sell Swarvoski encrusted whips. This needs no other explanation.
3) One of its co-founders is Joseph Corr. The son of Vivienne Westwood and Sex Pistols' ex-manager, Malcolm McLaren. Can you think of a more naughty combination than that? Rarrrr.
Voila! Now you have no reason not to shop there.
My girlfriend shops here.
DAMN. :P
all I gotta say.
I didn't find anything appealing to me or nor did I find a large selection of lingerie. The customer service was nice and friendly. I think of Agent Provocateur as more of a sexual adventurous store. There are whips, stillettoes, along with kinky lingerie.
I still like Les Cent Culottes. You can say I'm boring, but I guess I'm more of a classy sexy...
Outrageously expensive Agent Provocateur has been a favorite of celebs like Christina Aguilera, Jessica Simpson, Carmen Electra, and Paris Hilton's VAGINA (cause let's face it, that's probably the most famous thing about her). I totally understand why - the selection is sexy and feminine, and a little bit naughty...but in a classy pin-up girl, Moulin Rouge sort of way, not in the Fredericks-of-Hollywood clear-heels sort of way.
The sales girls are bedecked in shirt dresses, cute bras and stockings with garter belts, and are quite friendly. Lovely perfumes and candles for yourself or as gifts, a great selection of stockings, and free magazines for you to take home.
As I am also a big fan of accessorizing, I was enchanted by the sparkles I saw in the display case - they had sleek, Swarovski-crystal handled riding crops. Hey...if you're going to unleash your inner freak, you might as well do it with style, no? (I want the pink one.)
Are these panties gold plated? $65 underwear, seriously?
Are these bras platinum crusted? $250 bras, for reals?
Maybe someday, I'll have the money to throw around in this awesomely adorable, sexified, slightly kinky store. In the mean time, don't mind my ogling.
To all of my future girlfriends:
Please feel free to steal my Amex and shop here.
Thank you.
Matthew
I didn't actually go here today...I just wanted to be in the Susan B., John D. and Margaret T. AP sandwich.
*don't worry, I'll make up for this transgression by actually reviewing AP in the near future...I know it's a serious sacrifice, but sometimes you've got to take one for the team and do it for Yelp*
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Update: 1.13.2007
So I've finally moseyed my way to the SF location of this brit-punk lingerie boutique. And while the girlish conceit of signature pink coats the store, the color palette used for the garments themselves is the standout. Missing are the typical candy colors and muted femininity of lingerie from other places. I was particularly drawn to a black ensemble with earthy green accents...if only I had an auburn hottie to make the fantasy complete!
The designs are a smoosh of new burlesque and punk attitude...something that works well if you're into elegant bondage. Speaking of...in addition to lacy and ornate underthings, they have a well-edited set of playtime accouterments. Black chrome cuffs, glam link bracelets, and sequined pasties, oh my! All nestled amongst the comfortably sexy baby dolls and merry widows. Seriously, this is the naughty librarian's mecca. It's all a very delicious package, but I've got my doubts about the comfort and construction...only time will tell if my doubts are unfounded.
I was particularly fond of their selection of bejeweled crops in multiple lengths, thicknesses, and colors...perfect for adding a little English to your evenings. But alas, that will have to wait for another day. After perusing the wares for a bit, I found just what I was looking for...a simple little flourish, really, but I think it was just the thing for tonight.
Oh I'll be back for the crop, no doubt...but only when the time's right.
[Enjoy pouty face!....if I were you, I'd keep a gangster roll of dollar darts under your pillow. ;o)]
Ladies and gentlemen, the bar has been raised in San Francisco when it comes to sexy undergarments and the people who love them. The new Agent Provocateur store, right off Union Square, is gorgeous and sexy to behold, and the sales attendants make you blush and smile at the same time.
The lingerie, bras, panties are themselves beautiful to look and to touch, and you can really sense the quality. Totally luxurious, naughty and nice, and totally worth it.
DON'T come here searching for granny-panties-looking-control tops, that you need cuz your size 12 body must fit into a size 10 bridesmaid dress. *approx sizes stated*.
DO come if you've ever wanted to get those SEXY silk thigh-high stockings w/the naughty seam up the back, that don't have stupid elastic bands that cut into your chubby thigh, which need to be attached to HAWT garter belts to stay up.
I AM SO SPOILED.
Not.
Okay, I felt a little weird with the idea of stripping down naked in front of another woman that I barely even know. But Vicky made things very comfortable.
"Don't worry, we do this all the time."
I love their fitting rooms, it's so cozy, it will almost make you forget that you're topless with another woman in there helping you put on your lingerie.
This is another close almost-lesbian encounter other than my yearly visit to my gynecologist. Oh fun, is it my turn to see another girl naked yet?
Their stuff - Oh my God, they're so cute and sexy! Deep down inside I want it all but I just won't admit it!
Jesus Christ, is that how tight you're supposed to have your corset on? I could barely breathe, but who the fuck cares? I LOOKED HOT! A short, kind of fat girl thinks she's hot? Holey moley, I'm shocked myself!
They come out with new stuff about every two weeks. How unique is that!
Spoiled? Yeah, I didn't pay for this. You really think this is nice gift for me?
No.
It's for that damn selfish bastard who bought this (for me to wear) as a gift for himself!
Now where's my REAL present???
Marketing geniuses.
But that's what you're paying for, marketing and presentation.
Back in the day, I was mildly obsessed with AP due to their catalogues, which feature a straight girl's fantasies of not being straight in glossy, saturated color.
So, at the first opportunity (my friend's bachelorette party), I went into AP in search of the proper addition to her trousseau. Easy enough, I selected the sequined pasties, and the obliging sales girl helped me pick out the proper matching ribboned pants. The issue with AP, though, is that it's one of those intimidating stores, where it feels a bit crass to inquire about the price. So, I let her ring and box up the sale, and when she told me the total, it took all of my resolve to not faint from sticker shock. The hefty price would have been easier to absorb if AP offered La Perla quality wares, but in the end, I felt like a schmuck handing over my card to pay for an effective Cool Britainia ad campaign and B-quality panties.
I have mixed feelings about this place. I love the merchandise, but I haven't had a really great shopping experience there. Don't get me wrong-- I was there the first weekend they opened the store in February. A.P. has beautiful, fun lingerie.
But... I can't help but think that it's overpriced. I know it's 100% silk, but $180 for a bra and $80 for the matching thong? And I just think it's a little dishonest that they won't disclose the prices until you ask. And I was a little sticker shocked and felt sort of embarrassed that I had to hide my reaction.
And store layout is annoying. The dark fitting rooms are a little weird. I don't like how there is always a boyfriend/husband waiting in the lobby, staring at you doing your shopping while they wait for their girlfriend/wife.
And the service is a little pushy. Helpful... but pushy. And when I said "no thank you" on one bra, I said, "I didn't like that one-- the lace is scratchy." One of the sales people acted sort of offended and said, "No one else thinks so. I own this bra and it's the most comfortable bra I own."
So-- if you're going to shop at A.P., just get fitted and get a good idea of what size you are in their "ranges." Then go online and order what you want.
It took some time and a bit of collecting to realize what AP does better than any other lingerie I've tried on, *PERKY*. That's right, in your face cleavage that doesn't look squished together or artificiallt super-sized. The bras just works with what nature gave you to lift those puppies into prime view. So far I haven't met a man outside of the Castro who can say no to perky, so ladies, drop the big money. This stuff is worth it.
My favorite way to wear this form of artillery is under something very unassuming and unsexy. I love swaying around in my big overalls with none the wiser-well, except my Yelp readership now. Yup, that's my secret for feeling sexy every day of the year instead of merely on Halloween when the majority of women wear outfits that they woud be ashamed to be seen in by their mothers.
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