Life in Silk & Lace
Welcome to "Life in Silk & Lace," where we delve into the world of exquisite luxury lingerie and the captivating story of Christine Lingerie. Founded by the talented and determined Christine Morton, this small but esteemed brand has been weaving dreams of elegance and sensuality for decades. With a passion for crafting the finest silk and lace creations, Christine Morton's legacy reflects her unwavering commitment to timeless beauty, quality, and artistry.
Here we will explore the enchanting journey of Christine Lingerie, uncovering the inspiration behind their mesmerizing collections and the meticulous craftsmanship that sets them apart. From delicate lace appliqués to handcrafted silk ensembles, each piece whispers tales of grace and sophistication, destined to make every woman feel like a goddess. Join us as we celebrate the allure of Christine Lingerie, where silk and lace intertwine to create an unparalleled experience of luxury and indulgence.
Christine 50: My Balancing Act
Selena Katharine was born on October 25, and we brought her home on a snowy Halloween. David set off a mountain of fireworks in the front yard to celebrate, which became a tradition from then on. ...
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Christine 50: My Fairy Tale Wedding
I returned from Italy inspired and ready to get back to work. However, my boyfriend, David, had other ideas. He had missed me terribly and was not wanting me to disappear to Italy again. He propos...
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Christine 50: City and Country Home
By 1985 I was getting some wonderful articles in magazines across the continent. The editorial shown here was in the November issue of City and Country Home, it was shot at the Parkwood mansi...
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Christine 50: First New York Trip
In the early 1980s, I met Sandy Cameron and Terry Schindler, who became long-time friends. They were closing down their manufacturing business, Christopher Ryan, and had a few professional seamstr...
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I began my business in 1972 with Jackie Warnock. We got a contract to make raggedy Anne and raggedy Andy costumes for all the Eaton’s stores Santa’s helpers across Canada. We made dresses, pinafor...
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I have been lucky in my career to work with many people over the years who are extremely talented. Howard Fry was one of those people. Howard shot my first catalogue in the early 1980’s; he became...
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In 1981 I decided to take my first long holiday since starting my business and went to Italy. I travelled with a friend and stayed in an ancient building on the edge of the Piazza Navona, in Rome
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Christine 50: Some Great People
It was an exciting time in our little studio. We were doing custom work, wedding dresses and lace blouses as well as our lingerie collection. I remember one of the first dress I made when we were s...
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Christine 50: Spreading My Wings
In 1975 fellow designer Zonda Nellis and I decided to participate in the Renaissance Fair in California. This took place in the hills above Sausalito and lasted for the two months of August and Sep...
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It is my 50th year in business, as you can imagine I am in shock! Where did the time go? I have been looking through many boxes and portfolios of pictures and write ups and have seen many outfits, ...
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