When it comes to channeling the Psyche myth via your lingerie collection, as far as I’m concerned, it’s all about that lace. Not only is it a delicate and romantic textile, but it also has both bridal and funereal connotations that feel appropriate for her story. I especially like sets that feature hints of shimmer or […] Read more…
Aphrodite is very much a diva, so when channeling her in your lingerie, go as bold as you desire. I looked for big colors, statement pieces, lots of sparkle, classic burlesque and showgirl shapes, and vivacious trims and embellishments. Red is of course considered the color of passion, but there’s no need to ignore other colors and […] Read more…
[This post contains affiliate links.] Sweet Nothings turns 4 years old today! I still can’t really process my good fortune to have started a project that’s brought me so much joy and has given me the chance to meet such interesting, passionate, smart, talented people, from my readers to designers, retailers, other bloggers, and brand […] Read more…
[I purchased the Giselle bra, suspender belt, and brief from Figleaves under my real name with my own money. Figleaves is not affiliated with this review. Fiore generously provided the Tempesta stockings for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.] I’ve been so impressed with Figleaves’ continued expansion into in-house labels, and after writing about the […] Read more…
Yesterday I shared photos inspired by the elegant, resourceful Irene Adler from the original Sherlock Holmes story “A Scandal in Bohemia”. I had so much fun thinking about the story and how I could use pieces from some of my favorite contemporary independent designers to evoke the cosmopolitan, artistic, and passionate world of the opera singer who […] Read more…
[Disclosure: this post contains affiliate links.] UPDATED– It’s 25 now! See final look below. One of the most obvious trends for the Fall/Winter 2015 lingerie season is the color blue. It is EVERYWHERE, across many different size segments, styles, price points, and brands. The wave of blue is so vast that there’s even room for an equally large […] Read more…
The lingerie offerings for those in the D-G size range have never been stronger. The last five years in particular have seen an explosive growth of brands, styles, and shapes targeted specifically at this group. While the G+ group is growing more slowly (to say the least), D-G customers who might once have felt boxed […] Read more…
The more bras I’ve had the chance to buy, the more I’ve become aware of the relationship between price, fit, design, and quality. The general rule of thumb is that you can usually get 2 or 3 of those characteristics together in one bra, but not all four: you might love the price, fit, and design […] Read more…