Vintage Fashion Blog
Discover the fascinating world of vintage lingerie as I explore its rich history, share expert tips on buying vintage undergarments, and review the best retro lingerie brands inspired by the 1930s-1980s. I will also teach you the importance of vintage foundation garments and showcase the finest vintage-inspired shapewear.
Don’t be the ‘Woman in a Dressing Gown’ (1957) This post is for fashion enthusiasts who have an appreciation for retro and vintage fashion styles, particularly those interested in incorporating Old Hollywood Glamour into their loungewear. If you have a penchant for comfort, style and vintage sophistication, and you spend copious amounts of time at home, you simply must consider…
In this post, which is a collaboration with the Orchard Corset brand, I will show you what a difference a corset makes when worn under vintage clothes. I would like to point out that you should not treat a corset as a substitute for exercise and a healthy diet. In truth, the more toned you are the less chance for…
The 1980s Inspired Lingerie for the Modern Girl with a Vintage Soul Lenagerie brand is proof that sustainability can be sexy and you definitely want to add it to your lingerie collection. Lena, the uber-talented designer behind my favourite, and the only sneakers brand I wear, SPITZ, has created a lingerie line for modern women with a vintage soul. Her…
Top 10 Lingerie Brands You Need in Your Knicker Drawer My top 10 lingerie brands that are both, sexy and comfortable. It may seem odd or obscene, but its explanation is quite simple; I honestly believe that what’s underneath counts. The feeling that wearing beautiful, luxurious lingerie gives me, can be counted in two words – sexy and powerful. Even…
Learn how to shop for a vintage slip from the lingerie expert, Emma Benitez of Nylon Nostalgia. I’m thrilled and honoured to collaborate on this article with a lady who I’ve been admiring from far for years. Emma Benitez, BA (Hons) in Fashion & Dress History, is an expert in vintage lingerie and the most knowledgeable person I know on…
Sleeping in Opulence: Embrace the Elegance of Gilda and Pearl Silk Pyjamas Gilda and Pearl – silk pyjamas for vintage vixens! Movie star, oh movie star! If I could get away with wearing silk pyjamas worthy of my 1930s and 40s film heroines (think Veronica Lake, Joan Crawford or Rita Hayworth) as daywear, I certainly would have no reservations in…
