Evgenia / HCH Lands at Verameat!

My 2014 Deco Collection is now available at Verameat +! I absolutely love designer Vera's gorgeous jewelry and am so flattered to be a part of her curated selection of clothing. My trunk show earlier this month with the Verameat girls was an absolute delight and now you can check out my lingerie at the East Village boutique anytime you like.

Verameat + has a killer selection of Bralettes, Knickers, Skull Deco Camis, Tap Shorts and Sleep Masks, all cozy and lovely pieces for the cooler weather ahead.

Visit them at 305 E 9th Street in Manhattan.

Want it Now? No Problem.

The Valentine's Day season is upon us, which means that I'm sewing like the wind to build my stock up for trunk shows. More than ever, I have so much to offer in the HCH Etsy shop and many new pieces from the Deco and Cotillion Collections are now ready to ship immediately in all sizes!

Here are just a few, with many more on the way.

Cotillion Knickers, Cotillion Chemise, Cotillion Bloomers

(Photography: Her Lovely Bones)

Red Petersham Ribbon Corset, Pink Petersham Ribbon Corset, Green Petersham Ribbon Corset,

Ivory Petersham Ribbon Corset

Left: Pink Deco Camisole Right: Ivory Deco Bralette, Ivory Deco Garter Belt, Ivory Deco Knickers

(Photography: Her Lovely Bones)

I'm so excited to offer a full S-L size range for the first time. However, if one-off is more your style, all one of a kind pieces (marked OOAK in the shop) are ready to ship immediately, as always.

Happy shopping!

New Style: Papillon Knickers

Yes it's true! There's a new style available on the HCH official site and on Etsy: Papillon Knickers. The drafted pattern is similar to that of my traditional Knicker style, but with more room and gathered stitching in the seat. It's an extra-sexy style that gives more definition to your rear and is sure to attract attention.

The name "Papillon" comes from the French word for butterfly. When laid out, these lovelies remind me very much of a butterfly's wings!

Lovella Papillon Knickers

Check out the three new pairs available: Lovella (featured above - dachshund motif silk jacquard, size medium), Dierdre (polka dot lavender silk jacquard, size large) and Philomena (green floral motif silk chiffon, size small).

HCH Papillon Knickers are perfect for a a sexy striptease, leisurely lounging or just about anything beyond and in between, don't you think?

Red, White and Blue

Ever since I returned home from Europe I've been playing catch-up at HCH HQ, part of which has involved re-taking my Knicker, Bloomer and Garçonne Tap Short photos. Those of you who follow HCH on Facebook and Twitter know I've been struggling with photographing bottoms on a mannequin for the past few months. Two agonizing paint jobs, hundreds of discarded photos, a purchased (then abandoned) lightbox, and a tripod later, I feel like I may have finally nailed it!

So, just in time for the inevitable patriotic run-up to July 4th, here's a sample of what's been going on on the HCH site and Etsy in red, white and blue.

Mimi Knickers, Charity Knickers, Peggie Garçonne Tap Shorts

What do you think?

I'll Let You in on a Little Secret...

She'd rather get silk than paper this Valentine's Day (and who are we kidding? You'd probably love seeing her in it too). Chocolates get eaten, roses fade, and cards get tucked away into dusty shoeboxes. Change up your routine and give her a pair of Honey Cooler Handmade's sexy, flattering Knickers this Valentine's Day - they're the gift that keeps on giving, and will make her feel like the goddess she is!

Check out what's new in my Knickers & Bloomers section of the Etsy shop - there will be many more pairs to come in the next few weeks, and stay tuned for details on local trunk shows featuring HCH lingerie.

Top row: Maura Knickers, Hattie Knickers,

 Bottom row: Josephine Knickers, Mimi Knickers

Martha Ribbon Corset Shot by Peter Gaan

I am continually amazed by the power of social media. Case in point: Peter Gaan (the talented photographer behind last year's DList Magazine photo shoot) is one of the people I follow on Twitter - and checking my feed at the right moment this evening meant we got to connect and chat about last year's shoot. Which also revealed that the shoot produced one extra photo that never made it to DList's pages.

Featured in this shot, the Martha Ribbon Corset and the since-sold Melinda Knickers on the gorgeous Renee Russell.

Going for the Goal

What a month! In preparation for tomorrow's Something Sweet trunk show in Brooklyn, my goal for the past three weeks was to bang out 20 new pieces to bring to New York. When I announced my goal at the monthly Success Squad meeting I attend, reaching it felt impossible. Now, as I sit on my JFK-bound flight, I'm reflecting on just how much work I did over the past few weeks. Not only did I finish 20 new pieces to sell, but I also made two custom pieces, plus an additional 8 Private Eye Sleep Masks for a wholesale order at the 11th hour.

When I started my business, I thought of myself as someone who could never see a project through. This past year and a half has definitely changed that mindset, and I have to admit: it's refreshing to think of myself as someone who can get things done.

Above, the 20 new pieces I'll have with me in New York, most of which have already been listed on Etsy, should you feel the need to snap them up before the big night.

Hope to see you tomorrow night at the trunk show!

Now on Etsy: Lots of New Pieces

I've finally made some more Moonshine Chemises, as well as a cute little batch of Knickers. Check out a new stash of pieces now in the Etsy shop!

Gladiola Moonshine Chemise (left), Hermione Moonshine Chemise (right)

Elle Knickers (left), Amelia Knickers (center), Fern Knickers (right)

In addition to these pieces, I've also listed a brand new Peplum Deco Camisole, as well as another skull motif Deco Camisole. Head on over to the Etsy shop to see what's new and to heart your favorites.

Now on Etsy: Knickers Galore

Those of you who follow me on Facebook and Twitter know that my sewing machine decided to go on vacation along with the rest of San Francisco over Memorial Day Weekend. The epic sewing hunker-down I'd planned for myself was sadly squashed by a faulty lingerie stitch and a much-needed visit to the sewing machine doctor. Happily, all is now well in Elna Land, and my newest crop of Knickers proves that my machine is working more beautifully than ever. Each of these lovelies is available in the Etsy shop now, so swing on over to take a closer peek!

Top, left to right: Sylvia Knickers, Jenelle Knickers, Seraphina Knickers, Effie Knickers

Bottom, left to right: Ilsa Knickers, Aloki Knickers, Rhea Knickers 

Photography by Adam Aguilar

New photography by the uber-talented Adam Aguilar. Coming down off the craziness of Urban Air Market has put this post on the back burner for the past week, but I'm pleased to share it with you now!

Left: Stella Moonshine Chemise | Right: Carmen Deco Camisole, Blondelle Knickers

Top: Lucky Star Deco Camisole | Bottom: Alice Deco Camisole

Photographer: Adam Aguilar
Model: Katherine Green
Makeup: Mikey Strider

Looks from the March Photo Shoot, Part II

Check out more look breakdowns from Honey Cooler Handmade's March photo shoot. Additional photos can be found in the Facebook photo album.

Carmen Deco Camisole, Blondelle Knickers

Geneve Moonshine Chemise, Trini Ribbon Corset, Moira Knickers

Ginger Deco Camisole, Katrin Knickers

Photographer: Antonette Streeter
Model: Alexis Carene Hutt
Hair: Brian Jensen
Makeup: Randy Stevens
Stylist: Dominique Guillen
Flowers: John Andrew James

Looks from the March Photo Shoot, Part I

The photos from my shoot earlier this month have been steadily rolling in. Make sure to check out the Honey Cooler Handmade Facebook page for updates to the album!

In the meantime, I wanted to break down the looks from the first three shots. Take a peek!

Anya Private Eye Sleep Mask, Helena Deco Camisole, Fidelia Knickers

Lucky Star Deco Camisole, Frankie Bow Belt, Stella Bow Belt

Flossie Deco Camisole, Lucie Garconne Tap Shorts

Photographer: Antonette Streeter
Model: Alexis Carene Hutt
Hair: Brian Jensen
Makeup: Randy Stevens
Stylist: Dominique Guillen
Flowers: John Andrew James

Now on Etsy: The Ina and Mitzi Knickers

Welcome Ina and Mitzi to the fold! They're both in the Honey Cooler Handmade shop now!

Mitzi Knickers (top), Ina Knickers (bottom)

Now on Etsy: A Colorful Gaggle of Flappers

Lots of new dames in the store this week. Meet Quincy, Sandy, Carmine, Lydia and Polly... all fun, flirtatious and lovingly hand-crafted. All in the Honey Cooler Handmade store now!

Quincy Deco Camisole, Sandy Knickers, Carmine Garconne Tap Shorts,

Lydia Knickers, Polly Deco Camisole

Now on Etsy: The Bernie Deco Camisole, The Chun Cropped Deco Camsiole and The Nora Knickers

More in the shop today!

Meet Bernie, Chun and Nora... Bernie's bold and the perfect addition to any fall ensemble, be it for the boudoir or a meetup at the local watering hole. Chun's cropped and cute - ideal for layering (and a seamless match for the Lien Garconne Tap Shorts). What is there to say about Nora other than the fact that she's precious? I love making knickers and these turned out lovely. She's my first foray into black jacquard and certainly won't be the last.

Bernie Deco Camisole, Chun Cropped Deco Camisole, Nora Knickers

More to come this week, so stay tuned! And while you're at it, check out all my newest bits and pieces in the Honey Cooler Handmade store.

A Flurry of Knickers

I've been having a blast sewing up knickers over the past few weeks!

These little silk and lace pieces make perfect wedding or bachelorette party gifts.

From left to right: Zandra, Estelle, and Melinda. All available in the Honey Cooler Handmade Etsy store.

Which one's your favorite?