This week we’re taking a break from the normal roundups in favor of some ebay how-to’s. I decided to approach the first part of this series through the three main misconceptions I hear when talking to people about shopping for lingerie on ebay. Let me know in the comments below if there are other major reasons why you don’t like buying lingerie on ebay, or if you have any questions about […]
Paying homage to a retro aesthetic while still remaining accessible and modern is a delicate balancing act. Doing so while having a distinct, and recognizable, point of view is even rarer. Such is the talent of handmade, indie label, Dottie’s Delights. From the early days of pointy bras and girdles to her recent ‘Sheer Show’ collaboration with Mosh, designer Stephanie Kuhr continues to impress with vintage-inspired collections that feel really […]
As an indie designer myself, I love seeing what my peers are up to in the world of corsetry. Recently a new designer has emerged: at 23 years old, Rosie Denningham of Rosie Red Corsetry & Couture is already well on her way to the top. Her design voice is unique and easily identifiable, and she’s already had the honor of dressing one A-list celebrity. Rosie’s curve-friendly designs are like […]
Disclosure: These corsets were purchased by The Lingerie Addict for the purpose of review. All opinions are my own. Over the recent years, the off-the-rack end of the corset market has boomed. Lots of brands have discovered the demand for curvy corsets without the custom price tag and have filled the niche to much praise. Last week Marianne covered the top 3 starter corset brands under $100 – as a […]
Disclosure: this post contains affiliate links. Welcome to spring! As part of an ongoing quest to find great lingerie for trans and genderqueer people, I’m tackling swimwear. This week is Part One: Swimsuits for Trans Women and Other Transfeminine People. Next week. I’ll talk about swimsuits for trans men and transmasculine people. Buying swimsuits is difficult at the best of times, and perhaps especially so if you are either pre-op […]
