Handmade Lingerie

Gilda & Pearl Lingerie for Winter 2009

November 11, 2009 by Mandolina

Gilda & Pearl is a stunning range of beautiful lingerie that will bring out the siren in you. The ultimate in luxury, every piece is handmade to order in the UK – ensuring not only does every piece look fabulous but feels it too. Unique designs draw inspiration from old school glamour whilst embracing the modern temptress for a collection that will make you feel like you own a beautiful piece of something very special.

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!

Wundaland – Sugarlesque’s Debut Lingerie Collection

September 11, 2009 by Kelly

This month marks the debut of the very first lingerie collection by London-based handmade label Sugarlesque. Sugarlesque was founded in 2007 by Ruka Johnson, who studied special FX makeup at university and started by crafting nipple tassels for friends who were working as circus and burlesque performers. As demand grew, she set up an online shop and sold to clients around the globe. After seeing the success of her nipple tassles, Johnson decided to expand into a lingerie line!

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.

Maxine of London Silk Shapewear

August 28, 2009 by Mandolina

Exclusive to the FairyGothMother website / Lulu and Lush boutique and handmade in London by Maxine herself, each ensemble is created from ivory and black pure silk satin and delicate silk brocades with the iconic quilting evocative of Chanel, and is finished with ruched silk straps and gold hardware. The ultimate in shapewear design and luxury, Maxine’s unique cinchers and girdles are fully steel boned to ensure a perfect hourglass figure.

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)

The Lacemaker Moves from Pre-Launch to Launch

March 9, 2009 by Rene

Last year, The Lacemaker did a soft launch of their website based in Argentina. The soft launch featured some funky music and trapezoid shaped photos of lingerie. This year, The Lacemaker looks to have officially launched. The company says their goals are “to revive the lost tradition of trousseau” and “to create garments that are thoughtful and made to endure”. Two women, Fifi and Josephine are behind the brand. They have put together “revived and rejuvenated vintage finds and unique designs.”

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.

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Jennifer Brown’s Under The Root – Structured Undergear

February 26, 2009 by Rene

Jennifer M Brown is the seamstress and wizard behind the brand Under the Root. You can find her offerings on Etsy. Brown makes custom, made-to-order undergarments for ladies and gents. She claims that the offering is made from the Hands and Minds of the Elves and takes inspiration from circus arts, vaudeville, parisian cancan, burlesque, harmony, chaos, vintage, stage, theatre, cabaret, sauntering swoons and any designs from the latest 1800’s to earliest 1940’s.

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.