Are you planning a boudoir photo shoot? Perhaps even your first? Then you’re no doubt busy plotting which lingerie you’re going to wear. But don’t forget to think about the accessories too! From footwear to jewelry, it’s the accessories that complete the look. For images that look chic and polished though, don’t go overboard. Rather […]
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Intrigued by nipplets, also known as nipple pasties or covers? This often-overlooked lingerie accessory is perfect for all sorts of special occasions. From boudoir photo shoots to burlesque performances, they preserve your modesty and look fabulous doing it. I’m not talking about those basic, skin-toned stickers designed to smooth and hide your nipples beneath clothing. […]
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If you are a menstruating human in the 20 through 45 age range, you probably have been inundated with the Thinx period panty ads on Facebook and in your Google ads. They’re cutesy, sort of weird and also totally unavoidable. I have successfully ignored these ads for years until I read a series of environmental […]
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I recently shared a list of online stores selling bra-making supplies in the US and Canada. Today’s follow-up is for our European readers and lingerie sewing enthusiasts, with retailers a little closer to home. As before, this list doesn’t include fabric shops (although some stores listed do sell them). Fabrics are easy to find elsewhere. […]
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Have you ever considered sewing your own lingerie? Making bras, especially wired ones, isn’t easy. It’s time-consuming, fiddly and not necessarily a cheaper alternative to buying a pre-made bra. When you factor in fabric minimums for example (most are sold by the meter, even though you’ll need much less for a bra), you may well […]
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