I’ve been a fan of Gilda & Pearl’s lingerie for almost as long as I’ve been blogging. I love how all of their pieces are handmade to order using some of the most exquisite silks and laces I’ve ever seen (the designer, Diane Houston, has made keeping her label ethical a top priority). Inspired by the 1946 Rita Hayworth film “Gilda” and the unique beauty of natural pearls, Gilda & […]
Has there ever been a more controversial subject in the fashion industry than this one? No matter your opinion on knock-offs, cheap copies of luxury goods are here to stay. After all, if there’s a market for people who want expensive items for lower prices (and there definitely is), there’s going to be a company willing to cater to that market. Some of these knock-offs are outright counterfeits and forgeries […]
Disclaimer: I am professionally associated with Knickerocker through my lingerie copywriting business, The Full Figured Chest. I’ve had the pleasure of working with indie designer Knickerocker for the past few months on her wholesale line, so today we wanted to give the TLA readers an exclusive preview of the new pieces! These pieces will be available for sale through boutiques and the Knickerocker website, but not her Etsy shop. Nic originally had […]
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I first found out about the Deja Vu Dessous line when modeling for Dollhouse Bettie a few months ago. I modeled three complete looks, and found myself loving each one. Most of the pieces start from a vintage slip, from which designer Valerie Santillo makes everything from full teddies to bralettes and garter belts, half-slips, and panties. Occasionally a slip will even get transformed […]
The first lingerie set that I ever made, January 2011 Since I learned to sew in early 2011, I’ve turned into a bit of a lingerie-making machine; the space under my bed is literally stuffed full with boxes of bras and knickers. Those of you who’ve been following my antics will know that it all started in an attempt to get a place at De Montfort University for the Contour […]
