We were introduced to Pretty Wild Lingerie with their 2013 debut collection. I’m sure many of you remember that amazing lace catsuit with the tassel trim! It’s pretty unforgettable. Since then the luxury Dutch brand has become a veritable master of lace manipulation, crafting exquisite pieces that are as unique as they are beautiful. Pretty Wild released its A/W 2015 collection last month at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Amsterdam. […]
Last week I introduced some basic concepts of corset fitting. While the lacing allows for a lot of flexibility in fitting a corset, of course, there’s much more to it. I’m going to continue the lesson, going into greater detail with things like bust fit and vertical measurements. General Bust Fit Unlike bras, corsets have no cup or band sizing, which can make them a lot more flexible for fitting […]
Disclosure: This blog post contains affiliate links. Like so many people around the world, I’ve caught Downton Abbey fever. While I do watch the show for its rich cast of characters and intriguing treatment of the English class system, I mostly keep watching it for the amazing costumes. I’m a total costume drama junkie, and this show gives me my historical fashion fix every week. Though I’m certainly not a […]
Today’s guest post is by Jeanna Kadlec. Jeanna is the founder of Bluestockings Boutique, the only lingerie boutique in the United States explicitly geared to the LGBTQ community. She has a Masters in English from Brandeis University and has written for Qwear, Ladypreneur League, and Feminist Wednesday. She lives in Boston. You can connect with Bluestockings on Facebook and Twitter. Starting a new business is hard, no matter which way […]
LGBTQ people often aren’t sure what to do about lingerie. When your gender or your presentation don’t match what’s widely available, it can be easy to get discouraged and not buy much at all, especially if you feel that businesses aren’t interested in selling to you. I’ve recently spoken to a few businesses who are hoping to expand their target market to include queer and trans customers, which is great! […]
