How would you describe modern shapewear? Uncomfortable? Useful? Here’s my word: bor-ing! There, I said it. I despise modern shapewear. Not the fact that it exists. I do get why many people want to wear it. If it makes your outfit fit better or gives you a boost of confidence, good for you. I’m all […]
Read moreDiscover the Art of Modern Corsetry with The Underpinnings Museum
If you love learning about lingerie, then you need to know about The Underpinnings Museum. It’s an online fashion archive dedicated to, you guessed it, intimate wear. A visit to the site may not be quite so fun as gawking at garments that are right in front of you. But by being online, it offers […]
Read moreWhere to Buy a (Proper) Corset for Under $100
When it comes to corsetry, made-to-measure is often touted as the way to go. And it’s true that nothing off-the-rack can fit quite so perfectly as a piece that was custom-built for your body. But what if you’re a corsetry newbie? Or shopping for a special occasion? Or maybe just on a budget? It’s natural […]
Read moreLingerie as Outerwear: 25 Party Ready Styles
We’ve all heard of the lingerie as outerwear trend by now. With lavish lace and other intricate details typical of intimates, this stuff is just too pretty to keep hidden away! If you’re anything like me though, showing your lingerie to the world can feel a little daunting for the daytime. A party, on the […]
Read more20 Fairytale Lingerie Looks to Delight Your Inner Princess
Like many little girls, I dreamed of one day becoming a princess (and a mermaid, but that’s for another blog post). I may have grown out of that stage, but my adoration for all things pretty and pink hasn’t faded. One of the reasons that I love lingerie is that it allows us to play […]
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