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Trend Alert: 9 Floral Print Lingerie Sets

From the instant I saw the Stella McCartney lingerie set above, I’ve been mad about floral print lingerie. Flowers are just so cheerful and happy and Spring-like, I can’t get enough. I purchased my first floral set from Hopeless Lingerie to wear in my Seattle boudoir photoshoot, and then later I picked up an Elle Macpherson set from Gilt, but this is an obsession that just won’t go away. Here are 9 of my favorite floral print sets. Which one is your fave?

English Garden Floral Print Bandeau Set by Amourose – $125.00

Damask Rose Romper by La Fee Verte via Anthropologie – $110.00

Gypsy Rose Blue Kimono Robe by La Fee Verte via Forty Winks - $156.00

Sexy Flowers “Lolita” Set by Majorey – $70.00

Rose Garden Triple Twist Mesh Shortie by OnGossamer – $59.00, available end of June

“Flo” Bra and High Brief by La Lilouche – Price unknown, available A/W 2012

Teal Blue Floral Bandeau & Retro Knickers by Knickerocker - $40.00

Tilly Set by Miss Mandalay - £35.00 or $55.00

“Kiss From a Rose” Tights by Jonathan Aston via Peek Brooklyn – $28.00

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The Look for Less: Alexander McQueen Lace Leggings

Confession time: today’s Lingerie Battle Royal is actually a last minute substitute.  I was going to write about the Agent Provocateur “Whip Me” Stockings and the ASOS “Love Seam” Tights…but between when I discovered the tights and when I decided to post them, they sold out.  Bummer.  Hopefully, ASOS will restock soon, and if they do, you can be sure I’ll let you know on my Facebook and Twitter.

In a way though, I’m kind of glad the ASOS tights sold out because today’s Look for Less feature is a pretty major fashion find.  ;)

In the left corner, we’ve got Alexander McQueen’s uber-rare, super limited edition lace leggings.  Retailing for the not-small sum of $107 at AlexanderMcQueen.com (and that’s the sale price!) these patchwork leggings are on their way to becoming collector’s items.  Undoubtedly, Alexander McQueen’s untimely death early last year has something to do with this as lace leggings were one of the last looks he featured.

In the right corner, we have Jonathan Aston’s Heavy Ornamental Net Leggings.  Jonathan Aston is actually one of my favorite hosiery brands, and that’s because he’s able to take high end, runway designs and translate them into affordable prices for the High Street buyer (to borrow a British phrase).  These leggings are more expensive than his usual offerings, they’re still a bargain compared to Alexander McQueen at only $51.72.

Now it’s time for you to decide dear readers.  Are these leggings a purchase…or pass?

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Ask the Addict: Tights & Stockings for Summer Time?

Today’s Ask the Addict feature comes courtesy of one of my Twitter followers, @Wilde_Hunt, who designs some of the most amazing leather corsets I’ve ever seen (seriously, go check out her 2009 lookbook and tell me if that leather corset dress isn’t one of the most badass things you’ve ever seen).  A couple of days ago, Larissa asked for my favorite summertime hosiery recommendations, and I was happy to oblige.  Since this might be a question shared by a few more readers, I thought I’d post my selections here as well.

But first, a couple of things to remember about choosing stockings for the hot season.

1) Avoid anything with a control top.  Not only are control tops tights massively uncomfortable, they also don’t allow your skin (including your delicate bits) to breathe.  For women, that’s a special concern since the combination of dark, damp, and dense can lead to yeast infections.

2) Make sure that whatever hosiery you buy has a cotton gusset.  Cotton (unlike nylon) allows air both in and out which is essential to preventing, well, you know.

3) The lower the denier the better.  For people unfamiliar with the word, denier refers to the density of the hosiery fibers, and is given in number form.  The lower the denier, the sheerer the stocking.  For summertime, you want to look for deniers of approximately 15 or below, with single digit deniers being ideal.

 

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Look for Less: Wolford "Souvenir" Lace Tights & Stay-ups

It’s time for another lingerie battle royale, lovelies!  I don’t know about you, but I am crazy about Wolford hosiery.  They’re one of the few luxury stockings brands that actually lives up to the hype.  Their fishnets never sag.  Their tights never run.  Their thigh highs always stay up.  If there is a such a thing as perfection in nylon, Wolford has achieved it.

Sadly, I’m poor and can’t always afford to indulge my Wolford cravings.  That means I’m constantly on the look-out for affordable, yet classy, budget alternatives.  And I’ve found a great one this time.

First, let’s take a look at the Wolford brand.  Their “Souvenir” collection is one of my favorite looks from this season.  Lace never goes out of style, and I am an enamored of anything with a backseam.  The tights on the left retail for $150, and the stay-ups on the right sell for a slightly-less-but-still-unaffordable $98.00.

Now lets check out the budget alternative by one of the best “knock-off” designers out there, Jonathan Aston.  Jonathan Aston doesn’t so much replicate the luxury brands, as bring their looks to the masses.  The tights I’m about to feature here are actually several seasons old, but as you’ll see they’re still right on trend.  On the left are the tights, which sell for $21.50.  On the right are the stay-ups which also sell for $21.50.  I actually own the stay-ups (which I reviewed them here) and they are amazing.

Very rarely does a budget brand so closely resemble the luxury one.  If you’re interested in replicating the Wolford look, I recommend snapping up these Jonathan Astons immediately.  Agree?  Disagree?  Let me know in the comments!

Disclaimer: Figleaves and Wolford Online-Boutique are sponsors of The Lingerie Addict.  However, I purchased the Jonathan Aston stay-ups independently before entering into a relationship with Figleaves..  Buying through the links provided here helps to support my blog.

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Holiday Lingerie Shopping Guide: Pin-up, Burlesque, & Retro Lingerie

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Between Mad Men, Dita von Teese, and the rebirth of Burlesque, people are getting passionate over all things vintage. I’ve posted a few of my favorite throwback designs below, but I want to know what you think of this trend.

Yay or nay…is retro lingerie here to stay?

Jonathan Aston: $11.81
Nothing says “pin-up” like a pair of backseam stockings, and I adore the vintage-inspired fancy heel on these.
Figleaves: $96.50
Dita von Teese’s second collection for Wonderbra, this festive red bra and high waist garter belt (looove those button details!) is sure to please.
Babygirl Boutique: $123.90
I go ga-ga for sheer lingerie. Done well, it’s sedutive without being slutty. Plus, everything in this range was designed by Bernie Dexter!
Hepburn & Leigh: $53.55 (with discount code WELCOME)
Kiss Me Deadly makes yet another appearance on the Lingerie Addict’s blog. I own this girdle dress in two different colorways, and it’s the perfect blend of practical and provocative.
Cameo Intimates: $89.76
While I don’t yet own this garter panty, I did review the stretch bullet bra here. A bullet bra and full cut panty not only represent classic pin-up, they’re flattering on almost every figure.

Secrets in Lace: $52.99
Did I mention I loved sheer lingerie? Even better than sheer alone is sheer with some accompanying detail…like the pleats on this pin-up brief.
What Katie Did: $103.31
What Katie Did is bringing the bullet bra back in a BIG way after several recent features in Vogue. This set is both classy and captivating.
FairyGothMother: $314.59
A newcomer on the luxury lingerie scene, I am already enamored of Cadolle’s slinky take on your grandmother’s favorite girdle.
Looking for vintage-styled dresses to wear over your sexy new retro lingerie? Here are three that caught my eye…

Trashy Diva: $143

Heartbreaker Fashion: $55

Modcloth: $137.99

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Holiday Lingerie Shopping Guide: 13 Fashionable Winter Tights

When I woke up this morning, it was was 13°F. In “Ye Olde College Days,” I’d probably have rolled over, burrowed under the covers, and gone back to sleep, grumbling that it was way too cold to be outside.

Alas, I am an honest-to-goodness grownup now and the bills must get paid. To celebrate the day I realized my childhood was gone forever, I’m listing 13 fabulous winter tights…one for every degree Fahrenheit.

I’m forever on the lookout for new legwear, so if you have any tights recommendations, please let me know!

Silky Sensation Fishnet Tights
$2.77
The cheapest fishnet tights I’ve seen anywhere and available in 10 colors to boot! Definitely worth stocking up on, especially as a layering piece.
We Love Colors Opaque MicroFiber Tights
$12.50
Another great basic, I reviewed these tights here and still think they’re wonderful. With 51 colors to choose from, you’re sure to find something for every outfit.

Asos Heart Sheer Tights
$13.60
I’m a big fan of this season’s polka dot trend, and I love Asos’ cute and chic take on it. The subtle design adds something special to any outfit.
Urban Outfitters Large Scale Floral Tights $14.00
Flowers are another huge legwear trend for this season. These tights remind me of a much more expensive pair by Wolford a year or two back.

Free People Tiny Dots Sheer Tight
$14.00
I love these. The dots are noticeable without being overpowering. Plus, the price is just right.

Henry Holland by Pretty Polly Alphabet Tights
$14.08
It was hard to choose just one look from Henry Holland’s uber-popular capsule tights collection, but I picked these because I think they’d work with everything. So cheeky!
Jonathan Aston Rose Glass Lace Opaque Tights
$14.86
Jonathan Aston is my go-to brand for fashionable hosiery on a budget. They take the best looks from Wolford and replicate them for the masses.

Free People Santa Lima Tights
$18.00
My second selection from Free People, I really dig the boho/hippie/farmgirl vibe of these tights, plus they look super-warm to boot!

Cette Spirano Spiral Pantyhose
$27.00
After drooling over these tights for several months, I think it’s time to buckle down and buy them. I bet the spiral pattern is very slimming.

Look from London Peacock Feather Tights
$29.99
One of the best purchases I’ve made this year, hands down, I wear these tights all the time and everyone I encounter absolutely raves about them.

SiSi Liquirizia Seamed Knee High Tights
$37.50
If I learned anything while backpacking in Europe, it’s that continental ladies love their legwear. I’m happy to see Dollhouse Bettie is bring some of that style over here.

Wolford Lorraine Diamond Tights
$43.96
How can I talk about tights without talking about Wolford? If I’m not mistaken, this is the first Winter they’ve debuted a mid-season collection, and it’s even better than the first one.

Bebaroque Pearl Tights
$81.33
Bebaroque is a really fantastic under-the-radar legwear designer. Everything they do is completely handmade and limited edition. These tights look something a Flapper would have worn in the 1920′s.
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Jonathan Aston Legwear: Fall/Winter 2009

Jonathan Aston is one my favorite budget hosiery brands. I love them because they replicate looks from the big luxury names like Wolford and Falke for less. A lot less.

With this year’s stunning collection, Jonathan Aston has shown they’re a force to be reckoned with in their own right. I see inspiration not only from Wolford, but also from the runway. Two tights in particular are reminiscent of looks from the major fashion labels Betsey Johnson and Rodarte.

I’ve posted a few of my favorites below, however the entire line is available from MyTights. Prices range from a very reasonable $12 up to $37 USD. I’m having a hard time deciding which one to buy first!








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