The story is sponsored by Rigby & Peller. 

Wearing beautiful lingerie makes a woman feel sensational. It makes us feel confident in our bodies, no matter what shape we are.

At Rigby & Peller in Harrogate, the manager, Donna Rose and her team understand this and have created a bra-fitting experience that is personal, empathetic and joyful. They understand women, our bodies at all ages and put you at ease. They are masters at knowing which of their beautifully crafted lingerie brands will work best with your shape. There’s never any pressure to buy.

This holistic, female-centred approach has been honed over decades. Rigby & Peller was established in London in 1939 and is famous for its ‘fit by eye’ technique which means there’s not a measuring tape to be found in any of Rigby & Peller’s 45 boutiques across the world.

Donna says the power of beautifully made lingerie that fits perfectly can be transformative:

“Our new collections invite you to celebrate your authentic self, elevate your wardrobe from the foundations up, and help you enjoy your inner glamour. Stunning lingerie is not just for special occasions or gifts – it’s a wonderful way to boost your own confidence whilst ensuring you have that silhouette you’ve always wanted.

“Whatever your shape or personal style, there is gorgeous lingerie waiting to flatter, sculpt and support you.”

Campaign photographs showcasing Andres Sarda Miley set (L) and Marie Jo Etoile set (R)

Now the boutique is combining this personal expertise with an innovative 3D mirror. The mirror takes 140 measurements of a woman’s upper body in less than a minute. It can instantly determine your exact bra size. You can then compare styles using photos and see what style of bra and brand is for you.

Donna, says :

“With assistance from one of our stylists, this unique technology helps you find your perfect bra size, as well as giving you a unique shopping experience.

At Rigby & Peller, we’re committed to evolution and this demonstrates just one of the ways we put our clients’ experience and comfort along with the best fit of the highest-quality lingerie and swimwear.”

Rigby & Peller’s new technology takes 140 measurements of a client’s body to find the perfect fit for its luxury lingerie.

To celebrate this new addition to the Rigby & Peller experience, the boutique on Station Bridge is holding an event on Thursday November 9 between 6pm and 8pm.

Hobbs clothing and luxury skincare brands Temple Spa and La Prairie will also be showcasing their exceptional seasonal products.

To meet Donna and her team and to book your place at this special event, call the boutique on 01423 521613 or email harrogate@rigbyandpeller.com

Find out more: 

No appointment is needed at Rigby & Peller, but they are available if your time is more limited.

You can book a free lingerie styling appointment online. 

To view Rigby & Peller’s latest ranges, visit the shop at 1-2 Station Bridge in Harrogate or head to the website.

Turkish Baths Harrogate has permanently banned nude bathing.

The Victorian venue, run by North Yorkshire Council’s leisure company Brimhams Active, operated two weekly single sex clothing-optional sessions until March.

But swimwear was then made compulsory for all sessions following what the council described as a “serious” police complaint.

No further details have been revealed about the incident and North Yorkshire Police today repeated its statement that “enquiries are ongoing”.

However, a regular customer contacted the Stray Ferret yesterday after receiving an email from the baths informing him the ban would remain.

Katie Summersall, Turkish Baths manager, today confirmed the news. She said:

“Brimhams Active’s priority is to safeguard and protect the wellbeing of staff and customers.

“A management decision has been made that swimwear is to be compulsory at all public bathing sessions.”

The customer, who asked not to be named, regularly attended the clothing-optional male sessions, where he said the majority of people found clothes uncomfortable.

He said:

“I suspect there was never any intention to restore the old policy, and — perhaps cynically — wonder if the complaint and investigation contained an element of convenient prefabrication.”

North Yorkshire Council took control of the baths on April 1 when Harrogate Borough Council was abolished.

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North Yorkshire Police has said an investigation into “inappropriate behaviour” at Turkish Baths Harrogate is ongoing.

Harrogate Borough Council banned nude bathing at the Victorian baths last week after it received a complaint.

Until the decision, clothing was optional at two single sex sessions for men and women. It is compulsory at mixed sessions.

But the council, which runs the venue, made swimwear compulsory for all sessions without consulting users following the complaint.

In a statement, it said the complaint was of a “serious nature”, adding:

“We have a duty of care to our customers and staff members, and in order for all single sex sessions to operate in a safe environment, it has been decided that swimwear must be worn until further notice.”

North Yorkshire Police confirmed today it was looking into the matter. A spokesperson said:

“Police received a report of an incident of inappropriate behaviour at the Turkish Baths earlier this month. Enquiries are at an early stage and are ongoing.”

The baths opened in 1897 and with its restored Moorish design is one of Harrogate’s premier attractions.

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