Dress Up Like a Pin-Up: Peter Driben’s Police Woman

I know that today’s pin-up is by Peter Driben, but I can’t seem to track down the actual name of this picture. Does anyone know? Create this look: Officer Juana Party costume at Yandy (get 10% off your order with coupon code HEARTS) Mia Garter Belt and Dita French Heel Stockings at Secrets In Lace [...]

February 9, 2010 by Kelly
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Dress Up Like a Pin-Up: “Sheer Comfort”

I’m still on a Gil Elvgren kick, and this time we’re looking at his painting Sheer Comfort which used to be my avatar in our forums! Create this look: Nom de Plume Organza Robe at Sensual Surprises Panache Confetti set at Bravissimo Gerbe Fatal Back Seam Hold Ups at MyTights Two Lips Terza Red Mules [...]

January 21, 2010 by Kelly
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Dress Up Like a Pin-Up: “Thinking of You”

To find the closest matches to this painting’s garments, I had to deviate a bit from the original colors. But the important parts – the sheer fabric, the ruffles, the flowers – are all still there. Create this look: Angel Wicked Babydoll Chemise at Amazon Shannon Britt Paula Peep-Toe Pump at Endless Leather Heart Lock [...]

January 16, 2010 by Kelly
Filed under Babydoll, Dress Up Like a Pin-Up, Pin-Up

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Dress Up Like a Pin-Up: “The Wrong Nail”

Everybody loves an old-fashioned pin-up girl – they are sweet, sexy, and glamorous all at the same time! So who better to draw inspiration from? Here is one of my favorite pictures by Gil Elvgren, and some modern lingerie you can use to recreate the look. There are links below the pictures to the websites [...]

January 13, 2010 by Kelly
Filed under BedHead, Chantelle, Dress Up Like a Pin-Up, Lingerie and art, Pin-Up, Secrets in Lace

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New: Pin-Up Pants by Playful Promises!

So…It’s that time of year again when we are desperately searching for the ideal gift for that someone special in our lives… the dreaded Christmas shopping season is upon us! But never fear! Playful Promises has the perfect present for any lingerie-lover – and let’s face it, what girl isn’t!! Seven charming pale pink vintage [...]

November 5, 2008 by Lisa Williams
Filed under Christmas, Expert Guest Bloggers, Pin-Up, Playful Promises

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