La Perla was founded by corset-maker Ada Masotti in 1954 and 60 years on the Italian label continues to create impeccably crafted lingerie. The Maharani thong is a perfect example - made from burgundy lace and tulle its leaf-patterned lace panel with scalloped edges typifies La Perla's attention to detail. Together with the matching bra it will make the sultriest of underpinnings.