I’ve never been much a swimwear fan. I mean, I know swimwear is a thing that exists, but it’s never inspired the same kind of passion for me as lingerie or loungewear or hosiery. It’s just been a thing… mostly for other people. But all that’s been changing lately. And while I still love a classic pin-up bathing suit, these ultrachic swimsuits from OYE Swimwear (OYE is short for ‘Open […]
I adore all things sheer and see-through. And though I love the color black when it comes my intimates, I’ve lately realized the virtues of other colors — like a vibrant hot pink. Kriss Soonik’s lace bodysuit was one of the pieces that caught my eye during last year’s lingerie preview, and I still feel just as strongly about it now as I did then. Perfect for lounging around the […]
I’ve been a fan of Dottie’s Delights since 2009, and the thing I love most about this brand is how it manages to feel both very, very vintage and very, very fresh all at the same time. This is pin-up lingerie for a new generation, with on-trend colors, modern sizing, and regularly updated styles. Never tired, stale, or boring, Dottie’s Delights has me excited about pointy bras, high waist knickers, […]
January is that time of year when we all start thinking about fresh starts, gym memberships, and wardrobe makeovers. While I’m not opposed to any of these things, I don’t like the pressure this time of year puts on people. It’s easy to start looking for reasons to change your life and your body rather than making conscious decisions about them. Like most people I’ve spent the past few weeks thinking about […]
In honor of Small Business Saturday, today we’re republishing this 2010 guest article from Alison of Faire Frou Frou. While TLA is not a blog exclusively for indie boutiques and designers, we do make an effort to feature them as often as possible. Please take a look at our Etsy Lingerie Directory, Corset Directory, and Lingerie Boutiques Directory for more small businesses you can support during the holiday season. I […]
