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modern corsetry

Discover the Art of Modern Corsetry with The Underpinnings Museum

If you love learning about lingerie, then you need to know about The Underpinnings Museum. It’s an online fashion archive dedicated to, you guessed it, intimate wear. A visit to the site may not be quite so fun as gawking at garments that are right in front of you. But by being online, it offers […]

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swimsuits

Bust Support at the Beach: One-Piece Swimsuits with Underwire

Swimwear and lingerie share a lot in common. Yet it can often feel like support and shaping concerns are thrown out the window when lace gets replaced by swim fabrics. Well, not so much with bikinis, with bra top styles easy to find. But want a one-piece? Then prepare to sift through an endless array of […]

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padded bras

Should Young Girls Wear Padded Bras? Myths About First Bras

Some parents were recently critical of Marks & Spencer for marketing padded bras to young girls. But they aren’t the only retailer who has come under attack for offering this bra style to teens and ‘tweens as a first bra. Is it wrong to sell padded bras to developing girls? Some parents have strong opinions on […]

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Reclaiming my time

Reclaiming My Time: Thoughts on Aging While Female

I’ve been struggling with writing a post about my most recent photoshoot. There didn’t seem to be a way to tie these photos together, except as proof that more mature women adore wearing beautiful lingerie. Then I remembered Congresswoman Maxine Waters and a phrase she kept repeating during a Congressional hearing. The video went viral. “Reclaiming my time” […]

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corset

Where to Buy a (Proper) Corset for Under $100

When it comes to corsetry, made-to-measure is often touted as the way to go. And it’s true that nothing off-the-rack can fit quite so perfectly as a piece that was custom-built for your body. But what if you’re a corsetry newbie? Or shopping for a special occasion? Or maybe just on a budget? It’s natural […]

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