Chic, Sweet and Antique
Calling all lingerie lovers...Glasgow’s chic west end has a well kept secret and it’s time to share it!
Any shopaholic worth her salt can be found seeking antique jewels and vintage styles in the hidden nooks and crannies of the west end of Glasgow. Just a short subway ride from the crowded city centre brings you to the effortlessly hip Byre’s Road, a paradise of independent boutiques, charity shops and stylish eateries and bars.
Amongst this fashionable lot, is one of Glasgow’s best kept style secrets...Tucked away between kitsch cake shops at the bottom of Byre’s Road is the delicious Betsy LaBelle. Opening the door is like taking a step back in time. Dressed like a girly 1940s boudoir, everything from the antique dresser cabinets to swing band music playing softly in background ensures Betsy LaBelle is truly vintage.
The store offers beautiful and feminine lingerie that’s inspired by the super chic 40s, the romance of the silver screen, and of course, oodles of 60s and 70s kitsch! Other little treasures include steel-boned corsets, custom-made garters, stockings, sleepwear and lace gloves. Not to mention an array of perfect gift ideas, from handmade greetings cards to darling beauty accessories. All this and expertly trained staff to boot!
Owner of Betsy LaBelle, Hayley MacLellan spoke about her reasons for opening the store, “I used to be a Social Worker, and loved my job, but it was a stressful occupation and full of difficult and negative situations. I used to fantasise about doing a job that was pretty, and feminine. I've always had a love for fashion and vintage styles and decided to make the giant leap to open my very own lingerie boutique. Betsy LaBelle was born and I’ve never looked back! I love the shop, I love the products and most of all I love making women feel glamorous! I'm really proud of it.”
For those seeking a refreshing and affordable alternative to the high street, Betsy LaBelle should definitely be their first port of call. A chic, sweet and antique experience is guaranteed!
