It goes without saying that independent designers face more challenges in the lingerie industry than the brands with massive corporations behind them. Some of these challenges will appear obvious even to people with no interest in lingerie (be that a matter of funding or public visibility). This series aims to peel back the curtains on some of the more hidden sides of the industry: this week I’m looking at why […]
We’ve covered plus size panties and bras several times at The Lingerie Addict, but today I wanted to cover your options if you are above the standard plus size range. Panties that come in a 6X or higher can be harder to source, making it a severely underserved market. Luckily, several companies have come to the rescue and produced panties in a wide range of sizes, some up to a […]
Dottie’s Delights has always had an incredible talent for designing collections that pay homage to the retro aesthetic while remaining accessible and modern. This season designer Stephanie Kuhr has moved beyond her popular mid-century aesthetic to include silhouettes derived from the 1920s and 30s for her most glamorous collection yet. Just as in the 1927 silent film Metropolis for which the collection was named, the collection has one foot in […]
Please note that some of these photos may be NSFW. This article also contains affiliate links. Playful Promises has done it again, putting out a flawlessly executed lookbook that perfectly captures the glamorous, playful spirit for which they are known. In an exciting triumph for the brand, blonde bombshell (and Playboy model) Gia Genevieve and famed editorial photographer Tatiana Gerusova came together in NYC to shoot the brand’s newest lookbook. […]
Disclosure: I received these items free of charge for review purposes. All opinions are my own. I have to admit, I found it flattering when Trashy Diva requested me specifically as a reviewer for these pieces. While it’s always interesting to try new brands (sometimes without even choosing what you’re sent), that doesn’t do much to replicate a consumer shopping experience. Of course, I didn’t let their request influence my opinion, but I was […]
