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Great Gatsby Fever: 20 Pieces of Vintage 1920′s Lingerie

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As you’ve probably noticed, fashion mags have been obsessed with all things Great Gatsby for the last weeks. Honestly, I seriously considered not doing a 1920s-themed post at all (oversaturation and all that), but then I started looking through a few vintage lingerie archives and what I saw completely changed my mind. I think I may have forgotten it a little, but 1920′s lingerie is gorgeous.

Swanky.

There’s a lot to love about the Twenties when it comes to undergarments, and one of the things I appreciate the most is how this period introduced a completely new way of thinking about lingerie to women. For the first time in a long time, comfort, not restriction was the goal. The tightly laced corsets, binding girdles, and ample petticoats that both precede and follow the 20′s are nowhere to be seen.

Now I want a teddy/romper.

In addition, still-relevant styles like the bandeau bra and camiknickers (a.k.a ‘step-ins’, a.k.a ‘combinations’ a.k.a. rompers) are introduced. Because the emphasis is on unfussy construction, the beautiful textiles  gauzy silks, delicate laces, pastel colors, etc.) are able to shine through. And while I wouldn’t say the 1920′s are my favorite era for lingerie, putting together this blog post has given me a whole new appreciation of it.

What do you think of this style of lingerie? Is it due for a comeback? Or should the past stay in the past?

1920′s silk chiffon lace teddy, via Vintage Textile Archives

1926-7 silk nightgown, via The Met Museum

1920′s lace chemise teddy, via Salon of the Dames

1920s lace bra and tap pants, via Vintage Textile

1920′s silk charmeuse and cotton lace teddy, via The Arizona Costume Institute

1920′s blue silk chiffon and lace teddy, via Vintage Textile Archives

1920s silk and lace teddy, via Met Museum

1920s silk and lace peignoir, via Vintage Textile

1925 Lace Trimmed Silk Teddy, via Vintage Textile

1920s silk pajamas, via The Met Museum

1920′s lace dressing gown, via eBay

1920′s silk bra and tap pants, via Vintage Textile

1920s french satin and lace nightgown, via Vintage Textile

1920s silk pajamas, via The Met Museum

1920′s pink and black lace bra, via Planet Claire Vintage

1920′s silk and linen lingerie, via The Met Museum

1920s satin bra, via The Kyoto Costume Institute

1920s silk robe, via Dronning Vintage

1920s hand-embroidered mint chemise

1920s velvet robe, via Live Auctioneers

Treacle

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12 Pretty Mastectomy Bras

Lately, I’ve gotten several requests for a blog post on pretty mastectomy bras. This is definitely a topic I’ve been wanting to cover for awhile (while researching for this post, I came across a draft from 2010!), but I’ve often been thwarted because there aren’t many pretty mastectomy bras out there.

Despite the popularity of Breast Cancer Awareness campaigns, the lingerie industry doesn’t appear to have caught up with the needs of post-surgery breast cancer survivors. From what I can tell, the two big names in mastectomy bras appear to be Anita and Royce (stores based in the UK appear to have more of a selection than shops within the US), and boutiques like Nordstrom and Chantilly Rose offer pocketing for the bras they sell, even if those bras weren’t originally mastectomy bras.

While this article does give a few options, I hope it’s seen as a start on the conversation of mastectomy bras, not the end of one. If you know of places that make or sell nice mastectomy bras, please include them in the comments. And if you’re a breast cancer survivor and would like to write an article on this subject for The Lingerie Addict, please do get in touch.

Royce Champagne Truffle Mastectomy Bra – £23.33

Royce Pink Champagne Mastectomy Bra – £23.33

Royce Mink Champagne Velvet Mastectomy Bra – £25.00

Nicola Jane Black Pearl Mastectomy Bra – £26.99

Figleaves Royce Chloe Mastectomy Bra – $41.00

Royce Heather Mastectomy Bra – $42.00

Darcey Mastectomy Bra – £35.00

Camelia Mastectomy Bra – £45.00

Peony Mastectomy Bra – £45.00

Myosotis Mastectomy Bra – £45.00

Anita Versailles Mastectomy Bra – £52.00

BodyRock Sport Natalie Mastectomy Bra – $95.00

Treacle

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Lingerie Review: ClareBare Bamboo Jersey Panties

Note: I purchased these knickers myself. ClareBare did not request a review. All opinions are my own.

I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned it here before, but I love comfy panties. And I despise uncomfortable panties. Knickers that ride, bunch, dig, or twist are the bane of my existence, and they inevitably get a one-way ticket to the trash. I don’t care how fancy the knickers are. I don’t care what the name says on the label. I don’t care if they’re made from fairy wings and unicorn pelts. If it’s an uncomfortable panty, then it fails at doing what a panty is supposed to do. At least in my book.

So maybe that gives you a little bit of perspective on why I love Clarebare’s pants so much. These  knickers are divine. They are a dream of underpants. And they’ve managed to replace some of my other beloved brands as my new, favorite, everyday, go-to knickers. The bamboo jersey is so soft and so breathable that you’ll all but forget you’re wearing these (yay!), and I think any of the knickers shown here would be perfect for summertime wear, especially if you live in a humid area. I’m already thinking of buying more. Clarebare’s bamboo jersey knickers come in sizes XS thru XL and retail for $32.00.

Have you tried anything by Clarebare before? What did you think?

Treacle

Treacle

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12 Luxurious Vintage Style Dressing Gowns

I want this.

I’m not sure what’s happening, but I have been obsessed with robes, dressing gowns, and glamorous vintage-style loungewear lately. The more over-the-top and dripping in feathers and ruffles and lace, the better. The heyday of the dressing gown is long gone, but there are some designers out there attempting to stage a comeback (and thank goodness for that!). Here are 10 of my favorite classic, vintage-inspired dressing gowns. (Editor’s Note: Just click the photo to be taken to the item!)

Hips and Curves Satin Robe – $55.90

Kiss Me Deadly Elle Robe – £75.00

What Katie Did Hollywood Robe – $132.50

Dollhouse Bettie Victorian Peignoir – $146.00

Frederick’s of Hollywood Enchanting Silk Robe – $149.00

Jealousy Jane Couture Dressing Gown – $179.00

Betty Blue’s Loungerie Leopard Print Full Length Robe – $300.00

Betty Blue’s Loungerie Nell Robe – £250.00

Between the Sheets Sheer Romance Dressing Robe – $595.00

Jane Woolrich Silk Dressing Gown – £430.00

Lucile Lingerie Indiscretions Gown – £715.00

Carine Gilson Lace-appliquéd Silk Kimono Robe – $2,325

Treacle

Treacle

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New Lingerie Addict Videos!: Introducing 1 Minute Bra Reviews

I’m a little bit under the weather today, but I really wanted to share a brand new video series I’m trying out for TLA. One of the things I’ve heard a lot over the past year is that you want more video content, so over my winter break I spent some time brainstorming new and (hopefully) better ways to make that happen and this is the first result.

1 Minute Bra Reviews are where I take a bra from my personal collection and tell you what I think of it in a minute or less. The first 3 are of bras by Rosy Lingerie, Von Follies by Dita von Teese, and Little Minx. These were shot the week before my wedding, so I’m a bit frazzled, but if you like the concept and want to see more, definitely let me know!  All videos are below.

Treacle

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