PHOTOS Gretchen Rossi models bikini swimwear line for LUXE by Lisa Vogel

No doubt Bravo’s Real Housewives franchise is a drama factory, churning out some of the most over-the-top entertaining (and glamorous) moments on television. But the franchise also has a track record as one of this country’s greatest small business incubators as the sexy ladies of the various incarnations have launched clothing lines, released successful (and not so successful) music singles, published numerous best-selling books, inspired spin-off series (on Bravo and off), opened trampoline parks and gyms, created cocktail mixes and numerous other alcohol-based product lines, sold their jewelry on QVC, and even created a hugely successful line of erotic adult toys.

Among this plethora of Bravontrepreneurs, perhaps none have been busier than The Real Housewives of Orange County‘s Gretchen Rossi, who has not only released several singles, but has also launched clothing, handbag, and makeup lines through her Gretchen Christine brand.

Never one to rest on her laurels, Gretchen has added another aspect to her growing Gretchentrepreneurial empire: swimwear!

Gretchen teamed up with LUXE by Lisa Vogel to create a line of swimwear available exclusively through SwimSpot.com. At the time of this post there were five different styles to choose from with three straight up teeny-tiny bikinis and a couple looks with tankini tops.

Gretchen has one of the greatest bikini bodies on the planet, so of course she herself modeled the swimsuits for the site and I have to say they (she) look great! Above are a number of pictures of Gretchen wearing the Bling Triangle Bikini Top with a Bling Tie Side Riviera Bottom on location for a shoot.

UPDATE – Here is a video of Gretchen Rossi at the photo shoot!

Below I have included photos of Gretchen sporting all the different looks with descriptions, pricing, and links — but first, a little on Gretchen’s partner, designer Lisa Vogel and her LUXE line:

Luxe by Lisa Vogel is the sleek, sexy and wearable swimwear line designed for today’s modern beach sophisticate. Created by Lisa Vogel, swimwear expert, fashionable mother of two and co-president of swim industry Leader RAJ Manufacturing, to fill the needs of style mavens and hipster moms like herself looking for swimwear that perfectly fits and flatters.

And here are all the swimsuits currently available for purchase at SwimSpot.com with descriptions of the tops and bottoms with prices and links! (Click photos to zoom in, though increased heart rate and potential feinting may occur.)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Bling Triangle Bikini Top
$113.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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High-fashion luxury meets Orange County glamour with this season’s GR Bling Triangle Bikini Top from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. Designed with lavish Swarovski crystal embellishments on top of a nude mesh overlay, this removable soft cup bikini top is the perfect combination of neutral simplicity and modern extravagance. Color: Nude. Content: 100% Nylon. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date: June 1, 2013)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Bling Tie Side Riviera Bottom
$83.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Bring a welcome dose of drama to your overall swim ensemble with the GR Bling Tie Side Riviera Bottom from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. Fashioned with a nude mesh overlay, this scrunch back bikini bottom also features Swarovski crystal adornments, metallic gold bead accents, and a briefer fit for the sexiest amount of coverage under the sun. Color: Nude. Content: 100% Nylon. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date: June 1, 2013)

(Is there a word for the booty-grabbing butt cleavage enhancing bikini bottom — and panty — technology that has evolved over the last few years? Whatever the term is, it deserves some sort of Nobel prize for sexy!)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Solid Convertible Halter Top
$75.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Equal parts high-fashion haute and Orange County beach glam. Dress to impress in a swim ensemble that will leave everyone envious with the GR Solid Convertible Halter Bikini Top from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. The convertible straps on this molded soft cup bikini top will allow you to change up your look however you like, while its elegant shape, gold bead accents, and heat and chlorine resistant fabric will give you the appearance of a modern beach sophisticate. Color: Coral. Content: 90% Nylon, 10% Spandex. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date: June 1, 2013)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Solid Ring Side Bikini Bottom
$57.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Pleasing to the eye in polished pink. Lisa Vogel flawlessly translates Gretchen Rossi’s Orange County lifestyle with the GR Solid Ring Bikini Bottom from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. Decorated with a scrunched back and stunning mother of pearl and gold hardware accents at the sides, this heat and chlorine-resistant bikini bottom offers a briefer fit and an exquisite sense of luxury that can’t be outdone. Color: Coral. Content: 90% Nylon, 10% Spandex. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date:June 1, 2013)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Bling Tankini Top
$139.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Exude Orange County charisma in one of Lisa Vogel’s most desired silhouettes with the GR Bling Tankini Top from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. Providing you with only the best in style and comfort, this universally flattering tankini is equipped with removable soft cups, adjustable straps, and a strategically placed front ruffle to frame your figure. Day or night, this swim separate can easily take you from sipping champage poolside to a night out on the town with its effortless shape and Swarovski crystal detailing. Color: Nude. Content: 100% Nylon. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date: June 1, 2013)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Bling Tab Side Bikini Bottom
$73.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Shine and shimmer like a diamond in the rough with the GR Bling Tab Side Bikini Bottom from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. Complementing Lisa Vogel’s sleek and sensual fashion sense with Gretchen Rossi’s Orange County aesthetic, this bikini bottom is fashioned with a nude mesh overlay and Swarovski crystals along the tab sides for a lust-worthy appearance that won’t go unnoticed. Color: Nude. Content: 100% Nylon. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date:June 1, 2013)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Solid Tankini Top
$87.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Capture the latest look in luxury with the GR Solid Tankini Top from Gretchen Christine for LUXE By Lisa Vogel. The removable soft cups and halter necktie will provide you with ultimate coverage and bust support, while its fabric is specially designed to resist heat and chlorine damage. With its chic silhouette and sumptuous mother of pearl and gold hardware detailing along the neckline, this bright pink tankini is a bold yet effortless option to don if you’re looking to make the transition from an afternoon beachside stroll to an evening out for drinks. Color: Coral. Content: 90% Nylon, 10% Spandex. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date: June 1, 2013)

Gretchen Christine X Luxe – Gr Solid Tab Side Bikini Bottom
$51.00 CLICK TO PRE-ORDER
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Have all eyes turned to you with the GR Solid Tab Side Bikini Bottom from Gretchen Christine from LUXE By Lisa Vogel. Inspired by the stylish minds of swimwear designer, Lisa Vogel, and Orange County’s Gretchen Rossi, this heat and chlorine resistant bikini separate features a smooth fit and a timeless cut that will never fall out of fashion. Color: Coral. Content: 90% Nylon, 10% Spandex. Made in California, U.S.A. (Limited Edition – Pre-Order Now! Estimated Ship Date: June 1, 2013)

If eye candy had actual calories I’d for sure be diabetic after this post! I think it’s easy to see why it’s Slade Smiley and not Slade Frowny. (I confess that I am a little disappointed Gretchen doesn’t have a blinged out American flag themed bikini similar to the one that changed my life a couple July 4ths ago.)

UPDATE – It appears as though the official launch party for the Gretchen Christine for LUXE by Lisa Vogel swimwear line will be June 20, and you could be there! SwimSpot is currently running a contest with the winner getting an assortment of prizes as well as an invitation to the launch event in Santa Monica where you will get to hang with Gretchen herself! Here’s the 411 with links:

SwimSpot has been selected the exclusive retailer of the just released Gretchen Christine for LUXE by Lisa Vogel vignette. To celebrate, we’re randomly gifting one lucky fan a $50 SwimSpot VIP gift card, a Gretchen Rossi autographed iPhone clutch from her iGo Pink Collection, and a chance to meet up with Gretchen at a VIP launch event in Santa Monica on June 20, 2013.

Here’s everything you need to know:

1. Enter by sharing your favorite Gretchen Christine for LUXE by Lisa Vogel swim look as a comment on THIS POST
To see all swim looks, CLICK HERE *Or just look above 🙂
2. You may only enter once
3. Entries will close at 11:59pm PDT on Sunday, April 7, 2013
4. The winner will be randomly selected from comment submissions
5. The winner will be announced on our Facebook page on Monday, April 8, 2013
6. The winner will need to contact Shelby at Shelby@SwimSpot.com to redeem the prize
7. The winning prize only consists of a $50 gift code to shop on SwimSpot.com, a Gretchen Rossi autographed iPhone clutch, and an invitation to attend a SwimSpot VIP event taking place in Santa Monica, CA on June 20, 2013. The prize does not include travel
8. This promotion is no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook

Good luck!