By ALISON CONNOLLY
Cyd Charisse in Silk Stockings
It’s difficult to pinpoint that one thing that makes vintage lingerie so captivating. So many of us are drawn to it, so many of us (that appreciate lingerie) have Pinterest boards exclusively dedicated to it. Furthermore, there are dozens of contemporary designers who draw inspiration from it, whether blatantly or with subtle retro hints. The scope of “vintage lingerie” reaches as far back as our history, but … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
For those of us in the lingerie industry (me being a former lingerie boutique owner), it is our job to represent a multitude of brands. There are the labels we sell, the labels we blog about, and the labels that sponsor us. Most important, however, are the brands we actually wear in our daily life. We all have a particular bra and panty style that we grab from the drawer more frequently … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
If you’re a fan of Instagram like I am, you realize the wonderful places it can take you. For instance one afternoon I had the pleasure of discovering the UK luxury brand Hadley Smythe. I saw this striking girl who bears resemblance to Dita Von Teese, and instantly fell in love with the inspiration photos she posted, the multitude of pattern-filled vacation photos she has shared, and ultimately the lingerie and … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
If you aren’t familiar with the song Whatever Lola Wants from the musical “Damn Yankees”, you might want to play that first to fully understand the inspiration behind today’s lingerie feature. The works you see here are by Los Angeles-based designer Lisa Nicole Harbottle for the luxury lingerie brand Lola Devlin. Founded in 2009 with a shop on Etsy, the label is about to reach new heights with its recently re-glammed … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
The concept of the matching silk pajama set is hardly new, so how is it that YOLKE makes it so fresh and covet-worthy? The secret seems to be twofold; the designers specialize in contemporary, playful silk prints and they have successfully branded themselves as a luxury label for the lady who is part refined fashionista, part tomboy. Whether it’s a pajama top, lounge pants or a pajama (pyjama) set, each piece is … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
“Outrageously Adorable” is the term that comes to mind when thinking of Glitter and the Moon. This vintage-inspired label from the UK is where kitsch meets glamour. It’s without a doubt a brand that is overflowing with frothy ruffles, dreamy chiffon and wonderful whimsy!
Established in 2015, many of the pieces by Glitter and the Moon are embellished with sequins, beads and embroidery illustrations that range from cocktail glasses, dice, and … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
For some women, myself included, beautiful lingerie can serve as a wonderful mood-boosting pick-me-up. When I know I have a special day ahead, I tend to select a special lingerie set to match the occasion. Or sometimes I plan my outfit with the intention of showing just the slightest detail of my bra underneath. With Isosceles Lingerie, you can’t help but want a reason to share the vibrant story these designs … Read More