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Why Choose a Plus Size Corset?

Why Choose a Plus Size Corset?

Should I Wear A Plus Size Corset?When a curvaceous woman wants a little more support than just a bra offers, a corset, a basque or a bustier is usually the preferred option. Maybe even a longline bra or a bralette. But what on earth do all these descriptions mean? And…

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What Is My Correct Bra Size?

What Is My Correct Bra Size?

How To Measure Your BustIt’s not always possible to get to a physical shop and meet up with an established bra fitter and so here’s a few tips to help you make sure you have the correct fitting bra.1) Choose one of your most comfortable bras – Non padded would…

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Large Cup Bras

Large Cup Bras

How To Choose A Comfortable Plus Size BraFor most women choosing the correct Bra size is pure guesswork! This is even more difficult for a woman buying a plus size bra who wants a large cup size. In reality most women simply stay with the size they have always purchased…

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How Should I Wash My Underwear?

How Should I Wash My Underwear?

What’s the best way to wash lingerie?Good quality lingerie today is quite expensive (pretty much like everything else!) So it’s important to get as much wear as you possibly can from your underwear, both sexy and everyday.To start with, choose the best materials, like those used by Ulla Dessous. They…

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Which Bra For A Backless Dress

Which Bra For A Backless Dress

What Bra is best to wear with a backless or low back dress or top?For sure having a dress with a low or no back is a sure-fire way to turn heads in a sophisticated and sexy way. But this does bring a new problem, how do you support your…

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What Size Swimsuit Should I Buy?

What Size Swimsuit Should I Buy?

Buying clothes online is notoriously difficult. Every manufacturer seems to have a different interpretation of what UK Dress Size actually means. Am I a UK 18? Or Am I a ‘Large’? Am I standard fit or am I a ‘Plus Size’?This problem is exacerbated when it comes to buying a…

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Wet Look Lingerie

Wet Look Lingerie

Introducing Noir HandmadeAt last, here’s a selection of PVC and faux leather lingerie that isn’t tacky, seedy and cheap!Noir Handmade is a European brand that manages to combine stylish and classy along with comfortable to wear and downright sexy. What a powerful combination!They were founded in 2010 and are based…

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What Style of Knickers?

What Style of Knickers?

There can be very few single garments with so many variations as ladies knickers! So if you need some help understanding all the different terms here is a guide for you.Bikini BriefsThis is the panty part of a 2 piece bathing suit usually worn for swimming or sunbathing. It is…

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Introducing The Carmen Collection

Introducing The Carmen Collection

I came across this beautiful collection from Ulla Dessous a while ago and was immediately hugely impressed. It is extremely functional as you would expect from any Ulla product, so wearing it all day long is never a hardship! But what really impressed me was how they retain that air…

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