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She Spent 18 Years Designing Lace.Then She Switched to Leather.
Isabelle Fontaine spent 18 years designing the pastel lace and little bows the whole country grew up with. Pretty, polite, and never quite her. These days her own drawer is black leather, straps and hardware. Here are her 6 reasons, in her own words.
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Isabelle Fontaine
Lingerie designer · 18 years at America's biggest lingerie brands
For 18 years, Isabelle designed the lace sets you see in every mall window. Behind the scenes, her own style was always darker: black, structured, a little dangerous. She left in 2024.
We sent her the SecretCoco leather collection and asked her one question: is this the real thing, or a costume? Her answer became this page.
Isabelle Fontaine is a SecretCoco partner. Her words are her own: every quote on this page comes from our interview with her and was approved by her before publication.
Some Women Were Never Lace Girls
Pastel lace, little bows, cute babydolls. For years it was the only kind of lingerie anyone sold you, and it always felt a bit like dressing up as somebody else. Leather is a different style and a different vibe. Black, structured, a little dangerous. If you have always been more of a leather gal than a lace gal, you are not doing lingerie wrong. You were just shopping in the wrong drawer.
"I designed pastel lace for years. My own drawer at home was always black."
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
The Mirror Moment Hits Different in Leather
Put on a harness, look in the mirror, and something changes. Shoulders back, chin up, a sharper version of you looking back. It is not about anyone else watching. It is the version of you that you do not always let out, and it only takes one look to meet her. Plenty of women say a moment in the mirror in leather does more for their confidence than anything else in the drawer.
"Lace makes a woman look sweet. Leather makes her stand differently."
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
Dark, Not Costume
You wanted edge, not a Halloween outfit. Most strappy pieces fall into one of two traps: cheap and shiny, or so extreme you would never actually wear them. The elegant version sits in the middle: matte black, clean lines, straps that frame instead of tangle. Wear a harness over a plain tee or under an open blazer and nobody reads costume. They just read: who is she?
"The line between elegant and costume comes down to three details: the finish, the hardware and where the straps sit."
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
Thin, Fixed Straps Dig. Adjustable Ones Don't.
It is the number one reason women give up on strappy lingerie: straps cut for one body shape, so on every other body they dig in, ride up or leave marks. Most SecretCoco leather pieces come with adjustable straps, in sizes from XS to XL or one adjustable size, so the straps sit where they should on your body. Structure that holds you, instead of squeezing you.
"Fixed straps are where cheap harnesses go wrong. Adjustable is the difference between marks on your skin and actually keeping it on."
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
You Don't Need a $300 Harness
Designer harnesses easily cost $300 to $400, and the cheap ones look like plastic the moment they arrive. SecretCoco leather is soft touch PU, also called vegan leather: no animal leather, finished with metal rings and hardware on the statement pieces. Most pieces cost between $44.95 and $54.95. Enough to try the darker side of your style without betting a paycheck on it.
"What you pay for in a $400 harness is mostly the name. The design details are what make it look expensive."
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
Why I Put My Name on This Page
No designer wants her name next to junk, and leather is where cheap shows fastest. SecretCoco earned it: honest prices with most pieces between $44.95 and $54.95, more than 150,000 happy customers rated 4.5 stars, and every piece arriving brand new in sealed hygiene packaging, never worn or tried on by anyone. Wrong size? Exchanges are free.
"After 18 years inside this industry, I know what makes leather look expensive. This does."
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
My honest advice? If lace never felt like you, stop forcing it. Start with one leather piece and see who shows up in the mirror.
Isabelle Fontaine, Lingerie Designer
Isabelle Fontaine is a SecretCoco partner. Her words are her own: every quote on this page comes from our interview with her and was approved by her before publication.
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SecretCoco™ Leather Collection
Vegan leather harnesses, bodysuits and sets, from subtle to statement.
- Dark and elegant, never costume
- Adjustable straps on most pieces
- Soft touch vegan leather with metal hardware
- Honest prices: most pieces $44.95 to $54.95
Most pieces $44.95 to $54.95 · Sizes XS to XL or one adjustable size · Ships brand new and sealed
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Why SecretCoco Leather?
The designer's checklist:
Dark: Black, structured and elegant, styled to be worn, not hidden.
Adjustable: Straps that sit where they should on your body, not on a template.
Vegan: Soft touch PU leather, no animal leather.
Affordable: Most pieces are $44.95 to $54.95, far below designer harness prices.
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Real Women. Real Reviews.
She Felt It Immediately
After being together for years, things can start to feel predictable. This set changed that completely. I felt attractive again the moment I put it on and my partner noticed right away. It brought back a spark I didn’t even realize I missed.
Exactly What We Were Looking For
My partner and I wanted to try something new, without it feeling awkward or forced. The ordering process was smooth, the quality exceeded expectations, and delivery was fast. Everything just felt right from start to finish.
Luxury Without the Awkwardness
Fast delivery, discreet packaging, and lingerie that feels genuinely high-end. No uncomfortable moments, no cheap feeling. just a beautiful product that made me feel confident wearing it.
Even Better in Real Life
I was honestly surprised by how good it looks in person. The fit is flattering, the fabric feels amazing, and it instantly made me feel sexy and comfortable at the same time.
So Discreet & Professional
I really appreciated how discreet everything was. The plain packaging made ordering feel comfortable, and the delivery was quicker than expected. A brand that clearly understands its customers.
Beautifully Made
The details are stunning and the fabric feels soft yet supportive. I didn’t expect the fit to be this good. It looks and feels like something far more expensive.
A Real Confidence Boost
I never expected lingerie to have this much impact, but it honestly changed how I feel about myself. I feel more confident, playful, and connected to my feminine side. That alone made it worth it.
Feels Premium and Trustworthy
You can tell the materials are well-chosen. Nothing flimsy or cheap just solid quality and thoughtful design. It gave me a lot of confidence in the brand.