Caught in the Net: 70 Years of Fishnet Fashion
How Fishnets Have Been Worn Over 7 Decades There are very few items of clothing that can make you look…
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The Best Suspender Belts for Older Women
How to find the best suspender belt for the older woman. Advice on choosing styles for bodies after menopause.
Plus Size Vintage Foundation Wear Guide
Summary: Finding authentic-looking plus size vintage shapewear in larger sizes can often feel like a lost cause, but the secret…
1930s Girdles: Shaping the Modern Silhouette
Introduction: The 1930’s Girdle The 1930s marked a profound transformation in women’s fashion, signaling a departure from the slender, boyish…
What is the Difference Between a Corset, a Corselette and a Basque?
When it comes to vintage-inspired lingerie, few garments cause as much confusion as the basque, the corset, and the corselette….
1940s & 1950s Women’s Loungewear and Sleepwear Styles
“Summary: Looking for vintage style sleepwear inspiration? This guide examines the key differences between 1940s and 1950s women’s loungewear. Learn…
How to Choose the Right Size Stockings | Vintage vs Modern Sizing Guide
Finding the right size stockings can make all the difference to both comfort and style. Whether you’re recreating a glamorous…
Choosing the Right Stockings for your Outfit
When it comes to vintage style, no accessory transforms an outfit quite like stockings. In the 1950s, women embraced stockings…
1950s Lingerie Trends: Shaping the Feminine Silhouette
The Hourglass Silhouette At the heart of 1950s lingerie was the desire to sculpt the perfect hourglass figure. Christian Dior’s…
The Rise of Seamed Stockings in the 1940s
Few fashion items capture the glamour of the 1940s quite like seamed stockings. With their elegant back seam running the…
Suspender Belts – The Ultimate Guide
Our Ultimate guide to suspender belts (garter belts) is designed to answer all the questions you may have – whether…
The Golden Age of Girdles 1930s – 1960s
How to Fit & Wear a Vintage Girdle: Step-by-Step
