By Layla L’Obatti
Flashforward/ Flash back – Jill St John and Kiss Me Deadly Rock the Petal Bra Silhouette
Flashforward: I don’t think you can talk about modern vintage inspired lingerie without thinking of Kiss Me Deadly. With everything from her images to her silhouettes oozing that timeless glamour and capturing the classic pinup silhouette her designs are also relevant in their functionality and use of modern materials that fit women’s lifestyles today. Her petal … Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
Flash Forward Flash Back – Lessons in Sheer Ruffles from Dottie, Mosh, and Liz Taylor
No matter how many times I look at these images I have to double take, which is vintage?
Flashforward: This Dottie’s Delights authentically vintage “Frou Frou” nylon robe with ruffled hem is a delightful boudoir confection. Whether it’s that nylon chiffon or Mosh and photographer Todd Crawford’s capturing the mood of vintage photos, you’ll be hard pressed … Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
Flashforward/ Flashback – Dottie’s Delights Schools Modern “Bettie’s”
Flashback: Provocative poses made Bettie Paige an icon of sexual revolution. Then there was also that jet-black hair and matching black lingerie set with hi-waist garter with stockings and heels that still make a Bettie today.
Flashforward: If Bettie Paige were alive, she would most definitely be wearing this Dottie’s Delights Millie collection, reminiscent of so many of the designs she made memorable.… Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
Flashforward/ Flashback ~ Mary Green having a Marilyn Inspired moment
Flashback: Marilyn lounging in a sheer black tulle/chiffon negligee in this 1952 photo by P Halsman.
Flashforward: This simple yet stunning number from Mary Green with its inset panels and godets, makes that Marilyn era glamour accessible to the modern woman
By Layla ‘Obatti
I started noticing a trend, and not a subtle one among indie designers. We’ve mentioned the strap details of the Bordelle corset and their possible origins, and a myriad of other modern lingerie looks that seem to reference styles from the 20’s through 50’s, but I was so surprised when I saw these vintage Kestos ads on pinterest and immediately connected them to their modern day counterparts. They saw what’s old … Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
It’s the 50th anniversary of Bond this year, marked by the newest in the 007 franchise, Skyfall. As iconic as Bond himself, the Bond girls have a fan base and a following all their own. And there is no doubt the varying characters have proven muses to the lingerie industry – whether they’re the villains or the sweeter love interests who fall to Bond’s charms along the way. So in celebration … Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
Made by Niki Redefines Classics
Flashback: The traditional sweater silhouette was achieved by wearing the classic bullet bra, whose seams created the iconic shape we still see today.
Flashforward: Made by Niki’s alluring collection references the seams, fabrics, and silhouettes, paired with modern styling and fabrics bringing the bullet bra to the next level… Read More