Bra-Topped Dress
The idea of using a bra as a defining feature of a dress could either be considered subversively provocative or perhaps just a clever way of having one less item of clothing to wear. Either way, it’s a sexy style that has been around for years. Most commonly seen in evening or formal wear, modern bra-topped dress with bare midriffs can easily transition from day to evening and from retro to nouveau.
It’s not exactly clear from our research when this style first emerged on the fashion scene. But we were able to find out that Yves St. Laurent was renowned for this style in the 60s. And American designer James Galanos followed suit in 1965 with an evening dress featuring bra top with fake diamonds, rubies and emeralds over a voluminous skirt of ombre chiffon. Fast forward to the current decade and designers such as Einar Holiloekk (Geoffrey Beene) and Nanette Lepore are still featuring the bra-topped dress in their collections. Clearly this style has its place amongst the fashionistas.
Bra-Topped Dress
But what about the rest of us? Is a dress featuring a bra top and potentially bare midriff the right fashion statement for the bedroom or the fetish club? We say yes! That’s where a clever style comes in. The bra top will put your boobs on display, front and center, and we all know what wonders a good fitting bra can do for a woman’s shape. The rest of the dress can then be form fitting or loose, covering or revealing. It can be whatever best suits your body type and makes you feel most comfortable. With a bra-topped dress, your boobs are definitely the center of attention. Everything else is just the supporting cast.
The bra-topped dress is an elegant outfit that works well in a variety of situations, as long as those situations are seriously sexy. For a bra-topped variation on the ‘little black dress’, take a look at the Angel Short Black Dress by Patrice Catanzaro. This racy number has a flattering design in the midriff area that works well with a variety of body types. It’s an excellent outfit choice if you’re feeling like showing off what you’ve got!
by admin on June 25, 2010
Lacquered Linen Trousers
Linen trousers might seem an unusual topic to discuss on our blog since we tend to focus on clothes that range from the faintly fetish to the seriously sexy. However, as Marks & Spencer might say if they did ads for our clothes, these are not your ordinary linen trousers! Lacquered linen is a type of fabric that gives a laminated ‘wet look’ and has little resemblance to typical linen. It’s a lightweight summer alternative to traditional fetish wear and definitely worth a discussion.
Lacquered linen is an adaptable, textured fabric. It has a unique woven appearance that has a variety of uses outside of fetish fashion. Lacquered linen tables and other furniture and interior design elements make use of this interesting fabric, as well as dressage whips, which are similar to riding crops, for horseback riding. Although I suppose a dressage whip could also be a useful accessory in the fetish clubs too!
Lacquered Linen Trousers
And speaking of fetish clubs, lacquered linen trousers are the perfect fashion choice during the warmer summer months. The shiny appearance, which you might describe as ‘glazed’, has a modern and contemporary look. The light breathable fabric allows for fetish fun and games whilst remaining cool and comfortable. They are loose fitting, which can be a pleasant change from many of the tighter styles traditionally seen in men’s fetish wear. Men’s linen trousers are a classic, elegant and sophisticated style; lacquered linen takes that style one big step further.
So if you’re heading off to your favourite fetish club this summer, instead of going with traditional winter fetish wear like leather or latex, why not look into the stylish and practical alternative of lacquered linen trousers? The Enrick Linen Trousers by Patrice Catanzaro are fashionable, relaxed fit trousers with a stylish and practical look that is certain to turn heads while you keep cool at the same time.
by admin on June 25, 2010
Boneless Basque
The word basque is a French term for a corset-style undergarment that covers from the chest to the waistline. It has a contoured fit that extends past the waist over the hip, somewhat similar to a traditional corset but without the compression. The boneless basque offers the traditional basque shape without the framed definition of boning, creating a smooth supportive garment that accentuates the hourglass shape.
A basque is typically worn as an undergarment, but as you might guess we think something as exquisite as this should be on display. Whether it’s the corselette style, which focuses attention on the hips and buttocks, or the merry widow style, which focuses attention on the upper torso, the basque is a sensual and seductive fashion statement. The boneless basque goes a step further by creating a smooth, beautiful outer wrapping for the body that appeals to both the eyes and the hands.
Boneless Basque
A basque is designed to smooth the entire waistline, so the choice of fabric is important. When choosing a boneless basque, you may want to select a stretchy fabric that will accentuate the curves of your body without restricting movement. Of course that depends on what you are planning to get up to in your basque! If you do plan to wear it underneath your clothing, another advantage of the boneless basque is that it will not show any seams. This can create a delightful surprise for your partner as it can be worn undetected underneath a variety of clothing.
Wearing a basque is an excellent way to flatter a woman’s shape, and the boneless basque offers a variation that is less restrictive. Whether it’s worn underneath regular clothing or on its own (which we recommend), it’s a versatile piece that can be worn and appreciated in as many ways as suit your imagination. Take a look at the Nirina Black Basque (Boneless), a unique variation made of stretchy laqué with an eye-catching criss-cross in the front and rear.
by admin on June 15, 2010
Lace Collar
The lace collar offers a twist to the traditional BDSM collar. It functions equally well if you’re looking for a delicate and feminine way to ‘collar’ your property, or if you simply like the idea of having a lacy accessory around your neck to complement your fetish outfit. Although it may seem like a rather simple accessory, the lace collar actually has a lengthy history for both genders.
The term lace derives from the Latin laqeus meaning ‘noose’. As a delicate fabric with patterns of holes, its creation is an ancient craft which even has its own patron saint (St John Francis Regis). The lace collar first appeared as early as the 16th century. They were widely used in men’s clothing during the era of Louis XIV, and then revived again in 1880’s America for younger boys with the popularity of Little Lord Fauntleroy. During this period young girls also wore lace collars, although the style was more popular for boys.
Lace Collar
Fast-forward to the present time and the lace collar has become a decorative accessory primarily worn by women. Somewhat reminiscent of the Edwardian collar worn to cover the neck, the lace collar is an elegant and sophisticated addition to any outfit where you wish to draw attention to the neckline and décolletage. It works best as part of an outfit with a low neckline, which allows the lace collar to be a featured accessory to your ensemble.
Although the lace collar has a diverse historical background, none of its history matters much in the bedroom or in the fetish club. In those moments, the demure look of delicate lacy fabric covering the neck, combined with a sexy, revealing outfit, could create your own historical moment to remember. Try the Wide Black Lace Collar or the Narrow Red Collar on for size and let us know how they work out for you.
by admin on June 15, 2010
Fishnet Corset
The corset was originally designed to shape the upper body by incorporating lacing and boning (the rigid frame of the garment) to create the desired aesthetic effect of a curvier figure. Many modern corsets are visually similar to traditional corsets, but the function of shaping of the body has taken a back seat to fashion. Following along this trend is a minimalist approach to corsetry where the frame becomes the primary feature and the fabric is secondary. This creates what is essentially a see-through corset. In this case we’ll take a look at one specific example, the fishnet corset.
In a traditional corset, the boning creates and supports the shape of the corset (and subsequently the shape of the wearer). The fabric of the corset is typically flexible and stretched tightly over the corset’s structure, with channels where boning is inserted. Because of its delicate nature, fishnet would not be a typical fabric selection for this type of treatment. That is why the fishnet corset is such a unique garment.
Fishnet Corset
The first thing you will notice about the fishnet corset is that the boning fully defines the garment. The curves in the boning, while reminiscent of a traditional corset, are soft, alluring and flattering to a wide variety of body types. They create a seductive and shapely contour that draws the eye from the top of the breasts all the way down to the thighs, complementing the natural curves of the breasts and hips. Within the frame are panels of soft and delicate fishnet material, offering teasing windows to the delicate skin beneath as well as providing a contrasting visual and physical texture. The fishnet corset is looser fitting than a traditional corset due to the nature of the fabric. The main support of the garment is in the frame, preventing the fishnet fabric from stretching too tightly across the skin as it would do in more typical fishnet garments, like stockings or tights.
The fishnet corset is a distinct and extraordinary garment that uses an iconic fashion tradition to create a bold new statement. As the nature of a corset is to support and enhance the natural shape of a woman, it is a garment that can be worn by women of all shapes and sizes. An excellent example is the Sophia Black Fishnet Corset Dress, which finishes with a delicate fishnet ruffle, or the Tilia Black Fishnet Corset with asymmetrical contours that further accentuate the natural bust shape.
by admin on June 15, 2010
