Ooh La Latex is made by an experienced latex designer based in London. While the garments are offered in standard sizing, they can also be made to measure-for free! Ooh La Latex takes requests for custom items and can also alter designs a bit (for example, if you wish to have a different color). In addition to lingerie, they also offers latex clothing and accessories. You can find Ooh La Latex on Etsy or at OohLaLatex.com.

1. Make sure you have a very recognizable “feel” to your pieces.
2. Develop a loyal following.
3. Do something larger companies just can’t.

From what we’ve seen on both her pretty little web site and her very popular Facebook Page, Emma Highfield has succeeded in all of these. Check out these beautiful photos from her most recent “Amorous Delights” collection for some pretty convincing proof!

Handmade lingerie from the other side of the world. I’m impressed! Now if only I could find an online boutique selling these (and shipping them worldwide), that’d be great. Does anyone have any idea where to get any of these pieces outside of New Zealand?

(Oh, PS. If Auckland, New Zealand isn’t the other side of the world for you, Emma is having a sample sale very soon. Check out the event on Facebook!)

All of the Baby Grand lingerie collection is handmade in-house and can be viewed in its entirety at the Baby Grand website.

The AW 2009 collection is all about luxury and opulence. Beautiful silks and delicate lace are masterfully worked into lingerie which flatters yet does not compromise on sex appeal. An unctuous palate of regal purple, claret, oyster and platinum grey sit alongside beautifully feminine barely-there blush and soft rose.

Styles are cleverly named using inspiration of films and the romantic ‘old flicks’ movie industry; ‘How To Marry a Millionaire’ is a stunning set which will get hearts racing. Single side bow tie briefs with lace inserts are flattering and sexy; the delicate lace covered under-wire bra offers a modern shape with old school glamour. ‘Scandal in Paris’ combines high octane glamour with a real old time movie star feel; beautifully simple chiffon and satin briefs are worn with a satin trim halter neck sheer chiffon wireless cup bra for a dramatic, striking look. This look is completed with a stunning chiffon cape with satin ribbon neck tie. ‘Goddess’ is angelic and delicate; a unique wireless lace and chiffon halter bra envelops all the right places and is complemented by chiffon tie side briefs with lace insert for the ultimate boudoir belle.

Gilda & Pearl’s founder and designer Diane Houston is keen to share her passion and love of glamour, luxury and beautifully made lingerie through her own collection ‘I have always been drawn to the glamorous sex sirens of old movies and their timeless sex appeal. I wanted to combine this with my love of beautiful lingerie and create a brand that would stand the test of time and provide luxury for my clients’ Since the label’s launch in August 2008, Gilda & Pearl lingerie has enjoyed the recognition and success it deserves and has been snapped up by many lingerie buyers and boasts a rapidly growing loyal client list of very happy customers.

Much more on gildapearl.co.uk!

The result of that decision is the quirky, fantastical, Wundaland collection inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass. Here are some images from the collection’s photoshoot – it looks like so much fun!

Congratulations to Johnson on her first lingerie collection – we certainly hope to see much more! Shop online and view larger product shots at Sugarlesque.com.

The 1950′s-inspired bridal lingerie set is absolutely stunning in ivory silk with brocade panels, comprising of a balconette bra, cincher girdle and brief. The underwired bra features brocade and pintuck quilted cups, ruched silk straps and gold hardware. The steel-boned lace-back cincher girdle sits under the bust and provides an excellent waist reduction whilst also shaping the hips, with quilted and brocade panels and detatchable ruched suspender straps. Matched with the silk brocade briefs and some pearls, this lingerie set is ideal for retro brides. (Balconette bra: £95, Cincher girdle: £135, Brief: £35)

For more control over the tummy and hips, the steel boned longline corset girdle provides wonderful curves all the way from the bust line down to the hips. Again created from pure ivory silk and a delicate ivory brocade, the corset girdle features four detachable ruched suspender straps with gold hardware, back lacing and quilted hip panels. Wear with Maxine’s matching balconette silk bra to complete this glamorous shapewear ensemble. (Balconette bra: £95, Girdle corset: £295, Brief: £35)

The unique waistcoated bra, suspender belt and brief set is handmade from ivory pure silk and brocade with pintuck quilting to create a luxurious ensemble – a must-have for any lingerie connoisseur! The waistcoated balconette bra fastens at the back with mock front lacing and features pintuck quilting panels. The set is completed by matching silk brocade knickers and a front-fastening suspender belt with detachable ruched straps. (Waistcoated bra: £135, Suspender belt: £55, Brief: £56)

This attention-grabbing futuristic ensemble is FairyGothMother’s absolute favourite, available in black silk with pintuck quilting. The underwired plunge bra has quilted panels on the cups and fits perfectly with the steel-boned girdle corset, designed to cinch the waist whilst also shaping the hips and tummy for maximum impact. The four black suspender straps with silver hardware are detachable, and a matching brief is also available. (Plunge bra: £125, Girdle corset: £325, Brief: £56)

From their Terms and Conditions, The Lacemaker states “every piece is handmade to order” and that most orders are dispatched 14 days after your payment clears.

The Lacemaker doesn’t use product range names, just descriptions of the products. These knickers range in price from $25-35 and are available from the company website.

Photos courtesy of The Lacemaker. See more from The Lacemaker:

On the left is Follet Hipster and Arm Spats. Brown paired them together for the elegance in the lightness of being. The material offered is your choice of color in cotton jersey. Get the set for $35. On the right is the Guardhers for $55. The suspender belt has four belts with mitten clips to bind with your stockings or tights.

On the left is the “Halther” in black satin with thick ties. Pick it up for $50. On the right is a romper inspired by 1920s playwear. It is made from ivory silk and cotton. Pick it up for $135.

On the left is the Nitesprite set for $50. It is made from black circus stripe cotton jersey. On the right, is a classic stocking from Under the Root. They can be clasped to a garter belt or tied to your thigh. Get them for $65

Photos courtesy of Under the Root. Keep up with the brand and enter frequent literary trivia questions and learn about weekly deals by following the blog at musingsusingsandloosethings.blogspot.com.

The designer, currently in her 4th year, has launched her spring summer 2009 collection using the finest and most delicate trims sourced locally from the old lace mills in Nottingham, UK.

‘Once graduating from Central Saint Martins I found the lack of fashion opportunities in the UK disheartening. Many of the old lace mills and factories closed due to the trade being moved to the Far East as a cheaper alternative’.

The latest collection includes vintage inspirited silk camisoles, tap pants and all in one teddy. These are all trimmed with hand crafted cotton laces made in one of the last lace mills in the UK, also renowned for making the lace for Princess Diana’s wedding dress.

All pieces from the collection are made in house by the designer and her small team using traditional sewing methods, assuring each piece is made with loving care and is of the highest quality.

The collection is available from some of the most exclusive boutiques in the world, as well as in Paris department store Printemp, and Topshop’s flagship store in London. Online, we recommend our good friends over at La Magia!

For more background info on Ayten Gasson – check out our archives or her own website at aytengasson.com!

You can order collections from their online boutique, and they also take special requests. You can contact Gilda & Pearl if you want a change to the fabric, style, or size of existing designs. If you want a bow removed, or a change of the ribbon color, they can probably meet your requests so you have wonderfully unique pieces. They also accept commissions for wedding lingerie or other bespoke items. If you need to drop a hint so that certain someone knows what to get you for Valentine’s Day, or if you want to request a wishlist from your beloved so you know what she wants the most, you can do both of those from the Gilda & Pearl website.