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    Outside the Bra

    Where is All The Pretty Shapewear? Look to Retro Brands!

    ByEstelle September 25, 2018 8:09 am

    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…

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    15 Vintage Inspired Lingerie Pieces For Any Budget

    Bylaurie September 16, 2015 8:54 am

    Vintage inspired lingerie has been all the rage for quite a few years, and the trend is showing no sign of slowing down. And it’s no surprise. Lingerie from the 1920s through the 1950s was certainly glamorous, romantic, and seductive. But what was most appealing was its attitude. All that romance and drama were coupled…

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    Better Know a Brand | Outside the Bra

    Rago Perky Lift Shapewear Review

    Byelisabeth January 28, 2015 9:40 am

    I’ll admit it. I’m not a huge fan of shapewear. It has more to do with my fantasy that I could get the same results if I just spent more time at the gym. Shapewear has saved my fashion life more than once. After the birth of my children, control top pantyhose was my new best…

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  • How to Choose Quality Shapewear That’s Worth the Money
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    How to Choose Quality Shapewear That’s Worth the Money

    Bylaurie October 8, 2014 8:55 am

    Whether you want to lightly smooth your curves or seriously sculpt your shape, quality shapewear pieces are worth the investment. Women of all sizes, ages, and body types can benefit from the body boost that quality shapewear provides. Even women in the best of shape feel better when they’ve got a smooth line under clingy fashions. While…

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    Bra Wear & Care

    Bra Fitting Tips for Crossdressers

    Byelisabeth June 9, 2014 9:11 am

    It’s not just women who struggle with finding the perfect bra. Men who develop breasts (a condition known as gynecomastia), also deal with the challenges of bra fit. And crossdressers have an even more unique dilemma: they create the volume of their bra cups. Their goal is to wear foundations that enhance their feminine exterior….

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    Trashy Diva Lingerie: Vintage Inspiration

    Byelisabeth March 3, 2014 4:50 pmJune 24, 2025 3:28 pm

    The best part of my trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras wasn’t the music, parties, and crazy costumes, but stumbling upon the wonderful Trashy Diva Lingerie store. I’d heard about Trashy Diva, and knew their reputation for quality vintage and retro-inspired clothing. The Lingerie Addict suggested I pay Trashy Diva a visit when I…

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