Sophie Hines is a brand new Etsy find. Her soft bras and crop tops are an intriguing play of opposites – strong lines paired with plush fabrics, unfussy femininity paired with tomboy appeal, and effortless comfort paired with on-trend details. These structural, strappy bralettes are unique from others on the market in their use of wide elastic strapping that reads equal parts utilitarian and fashion forward. The collection as a […]
As lovers of lingerie, we often buy too many bras and knickers. For some addicts, this also extends to lingerie books. Perhaps you want to learn about the history of lingerie or learn how to make your own lingerie. Maybe you like lingerie books with beautiful images as inspiration (coffee table book anyone?). Recently, I went on a book buying spree and bought too many lovely books. There was one new book I had not heard […]
Buying handmade is awesome. As an independent, one-woman business, I not only create a handmade product but I try to support other indie handmade designers as well. Sometimes, when trying to order from other designers, I even find myself falling into the same pitfalls that can cause me frustration when coming from my own clients! Today I’m going to talk about the process of communicating with a designer who creates […]
I’m a born-and-bred Londoner, so I’ve got to know the underwear ins and outs of my city pretty well over the years. I thought that I’d share some of my favourite lingerie locations with you, just in case you’re planning a trip to the capital in the near future! All photography by Karolina Laskowska unless otherwise credited. Carine Gilson Boutique Location: 11 Pont Street, SW1X 9EH Opening times: Monday from […]
With the holiday season officially underway, there’s nothing that sets a lingerie addict’s heart aflutter like silk lingerie. At the top of our wish lists is lingerie that is both indulgent and effortless. Angela Friedman’s exquisite creations are the stuff that lingerie dreams are made of. This season, Angela Friedman has crafted a well-curated capsule collection of timeless pieces in lustrous ebony silk that sensually drips over the skin. Inspired […]
