Editor’s Note: The images below may not be safe for your workplace. Much like lace, embroidery is an embellishment many of us take for granted today. Why? Because we see it everywhere. What’s more, since the actual the technique of embroidery is more or less detached from our daily lives, it’s become more to difficult to appreciate the artistry. Still, a custom embroidery – one done with intent and thoughtfulness […]
Disclosure: This article is sponsored by I.D. Sarrieri. A month ago, ID Sarrieri gave me a mission – to show TLA readers (and Lingerie Addicts everywhere) how to style their incredibly luxurious lingerie into outfits almost anyone could wear out and about. Purchasing luxury lingerie can be an intimidating experience. Not only are there the usual details, like terminology and style, to know, you also want to be sure you’re […]
Disclosure: This article is sponsored by Jane’s Vanity. As I’m writing this, we’re 15 days from Christmas, which means it’s peak gift-buying season. While gift giving can bring joy and delight, it can also be a source of stress, especially if you’re a thoughtful gifter. Ideally, you want to buy something the recipient will love and enjoy, and this is especially true for a gift like fine lingerie. At even […]
As I mentioned on the TLA Patreon a little bit ago, one of the things I’ve most missed doing this year is lookbook features. Especially in an environment where it seems like the news is constantly depressing, lookbooks are a form of escapism, a retreat into a fantasy world of silk and lace and pretty underthings. I know I’ve found myself yearning for escapes from reality. And when I saw […]
Today’s guest post is a Q&A with Fleur Christacos. Fleur is the CEO, Founder, and Designer behind Fleur of England. For the last 17 years, Fleur has been designing bespoke embroideries, something which the brand is now famous for. Fleur is inspired by the beauty of her natural surroundings and how this can translate into modern femininity. After graduating from university in Fashion Marketing, I decided I wanted to explore my […]
