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Today, May 14, is the 73rd anniversary of the nylon stocking, which was first introduced by the DuPont Company at the 1939 World’s Fair. Before nylon, stockings had been made of cotton, wool, rayon, or silk…materials which were either too bulky and warm to wear comfortably year-round or too fine and delicate to wear all day without tearing.
By: Kristina
It’s that time of the year again when my favorite holiday allows me to combine my obsession with lingerie and my love of all things pink & red. Is there a more romantic day in the year?
However, for 2012 I want something different – a treat for my Valentine but also a treat that I can enjoy myself. Chocolates? Been there. Roses? Done that. How about something unique for the boudoir that can be enjoyed well into the year? Here are a few gift ideas for you and your partner to help spark your creativity and fan the flames of your love (or lust) this holiday.
For all my Boxing Day/ after Christmas bargain hunters, the semi-annual Agent Provocateur Lingerie sale is now online.
Not sure what to choose from? I’ve put a few of my favorite looks below.
Better hurry though…the pieces you love always sell out first!
It’s Holiday Shopping Season and that means it’s time for our annual holiday lingerie gift guides. With the recession still more or less in full swing, this year has been hard for a lot of people. But that doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of gorgeous lingerie.
I completely understand what it’s like to be a lingerie addict on a budget…and that’s why our first guide is dedicated to lingerie that’s $51 or less. What are some of your fave budget brands?Tell us about them in the comments!
If you’ve read my articles on luxury lingerie, you know I’m not a big fan of paying full price for Agent Provocateur, but I always make a point of stopping by when they’re having a sale.
This year’s sale is really exciting because several of Agent Provocateur’s core ranges have been drastically reduced. I’m talking classics like the Nikita, Love, and Marilyn ranges just to name a few. I picked up the Nikita demi bra, knicker, and suspender belt for myself over the weekend…and I’ve been wanting it for years.
If you were around for Wedding Week in 2010, then you know I believe bridal lingerie should be lacy, pretty, feminine and, above all, comfortable. A couple of weeks ago, the popular women’s website GalTime, invited me to write an article with 10 of my wedding day lingerie recommendations. Because it’s nearly impossible to limit myself to so few wedding day lingerie sets, I thought it’d be a good idea to post 10 more of my faves to the blog. Which ones do you like best?
Even though it’s still sleeting in Seattle, the calendar tells me Spring is here, and that means it’s time for a little wardrobe update with the latest fashion. I’ve already touched on some of the trends in my Curve Report and also in the article 10 Lingerie Sets You Need This Season. But if I’ve learned anything from years of reading Vogue, it’s that you can’t talk too much about fashion…especially when it comes to incorporating the latest looks into your everyday wardrobe. Fortunately, there’s lots of ways to express your style with your lingerie this season. Here, I’ll talk three trends I’m really loving right now– lace, prints, and brights.
In the left corner we have Agent Provocateur’s gorgeous and exclusive Whip Me Stockings. Selling for $70.00, these stockings have the words “Whip Me…Bite Me…Eat Me…Tease Me” in place of the traditional backseam.
In the right corner, we have the luxury-inspired but budget-friendly ASOS version. Retailing at $17.93, these Love backseam tights have all the class of the more expensive version but for considerably less cash.
What do you think, fellow addicts, are these sexy stockings a purchase…or pass?
A lot of people don’t know this, but lingerie actually has seasons in the same way the mainstream fashion industry does. And just like “normal” fashion stores have to clear out old merchandise before getting the new stuff in, so do lingerie stores. What that means for you and me, as lingerie consumers, is lots of amazing sales on some of the most expensive brands.
Intimate, luxurious, seductive…lingerie is a great Christmas gift. But with literally thousands of pieces to choose from, finding the right piece can be a little intimidating. That’s where The Lingerie Addict comes in. From Dec. 6th thru 17th, I’m featuring a new store everyday, complete with my top 8 recommendations from each. With something for every budget (and body!) you’re sure to find the perfect holiday present in no time.
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Treacle
Founder of The Lingerie Addict, the world's leading lingerie blog. Digital media consultant for the lingerie industry. Obsessed with lace.
