Monday, December 21, 2009

Bikini a stretch in Louis Vuitton $1120 creation


LOOKING a million dollars on the beach is now easier with a luxury bikini. Louis Vuitton's new summer range features a bikini that retails for $1120.


The nautical-inspired French coquette bikini, worn by Australian supermodel Catherine McNeil, is part of the fashion giant's summer Cruise range.

A Louis Vuitton spokesman said the label's well-known craftmanship explains the high price tag.

"The Louis Vuitton engraved metallic signature, weaves of different fabrics and refined finishing using
the brand's know-how and craftmanship make it very special," the spokesman said.

It is made of 81 per cent polyamide and 19 per cent elastane. The elastane is the secret weapon, being more resistant to body oils and perspiration than rubber.

"It has excellent elongation and elastic recovery and its ability to stretch is important, along with the flexibility, abrasion resistance and strength."

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