It’s that time of the year when we start reintroducing hosiery into your daily wardrobe. But if you love pretty lingerie, why cover half of it with pantyhose? Hold-ups (worn alone) and stockings (worn with a garter belt) are your other options. And I prefer the peace of mind of a garter belt. I know…
One of the occupational hazards of working in the lingerie industry is that you see everything early. For most of us, we see “new” pieces almost a year ahead of time: this can make it tough to get excited about them when they arrive in stores. One of the great parts of this autumn batch…
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…
Strappy harness bras, like pumpkin spice lattes, are everywhere right now. While I’m not a year-round fan of them, I do tend to rediscover my small collection of strappy bras once the weather gets a little cooler. They make great layering pieces during transitional weather and can change the look of a basic dress or…
Do you often find yourself staring wistfully at luxury lingerie, wishing you could afford it? I can’t help you with that, but I can introduce you to the concept of lingerie diffusion lines. Diffusion lines are ranges that a (typically high-end) brand brings out, retailing at a lower price point. It’s a way to expand…
Swimwear and lingerie share a lot in common. Yet it can often feel like support and shaping concerns are thrown out the window when lace gets replaced by swim fabrics. Well, not so much with bikinis, with bra top styles easy to find. But want a one-piece? Then prepare to sift through an endless array of…
Are you planning a boudoir photo shoot? Perhaps even your first? Then you’re no doubt busy plotting which lingerie you’re going to wear. But don’t forget to think about the accessories too! From footwear to jewelry, it’s the accessories that complete the look. For images that look chic and polished though, don’t go overboard. Rather…
I’m one of those people who always gets dressed up to leave the house, but also never wears their cute clothes at home. Since I work from home, I’ve gotten comfortable with the pajama and loungewear lifestyle that comes with never having to go to an office. The flip side of this is that in…
Love them or hate them, there’s no denying that the bullet bra is a lingerie icon. They’re usually associated with the 1950s. Well, that and 1990s Madonna. The style originated in the 1940s however, with Maidenform’s Chansonette bra. What is a bullet bra? We’re used to seeing bra seams go horizontally, vertically, or sometimes diagonally. The…
I can’t think of a better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than with a list of women-run brands from our Better Know a Brand blog series. Reading about these accomplished individuals inspires me to continue working on fulfilling my goals and dreams. The women below hail from all parts of the world and work in…
Until she wrote a book on the subject, Elisabeth Dale didn’t know much about her breasts. She created this site so that readers can find the best products, clothing and surgical options—anything and everything related to bras, breast health, and well-being.
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