The term corsetry does not only refer to making corsets, but also to the corset itself. The feminine hourglass shape they give to the figure makes women love wearing corsets. This type of woman’s lingerie generally hugs the waist, giving more focus on the breasts and hips. Although corsets used to be very constricting and uncomfortable in the past, nowadays they have become less restricting and therefore popular in the bedroom. Most women agree that corsetry is a wonderful addition to their lingerie drawer.

Victorian Style Modern Corset

The corset has been in use for centuries, being an indispensable element of women’s wardrobe. Still, in the Western world during the 1920s it fell out of fashion and was replaced by girdles. Since then, the corset became more popular as a piece of outer garment - corsets were eagerly worn as fantasy costumes and outerwear.

Not only the purpose of corsetry has changed throughout the years - the construction has undergone many modifications as well. Corsets were originally made out of thick materials such as leather with channels to hold the “stays”, which were made from rigid materials like whalebone or steel. Today’s lingerie corsets are not as rigid and other, more subtle materials are used. The stays are usually made of plastic, but steel is still in use.

Typically, corsets wrap around the upper body and its front or back is left open. The opening is lined along both sides with the use of eyelets or grommets, which are used to lace the corset together. Due to the tightened lace, the corset constricts the body, holding it in place. Historically, corsets have been worn so tight that they made women faint and caused permanent deformities. Still, the numerous drawbacks are said to be a little dramatized and they were not so uncomfortable as portrayed in literature and movies.

The function of the corset was basically to modify the body’s shape gradually to reach an ideal figure. There are still people called “tightlacers” who wear corsets to constrict their waists in order to reach a perfect size, sometimes even less that 20 inches. However, such people are rare and corsetry is today most commonly used as sexy underwear and an element of BDSM practices, both for restriction and aesthetics.

Corsetry is available in various styles, however there are main two types - overbust and underbust. The first starts right below the armpit and the latter right below the bust line. Whichever style you prefer, they both enhance your breasts, making them look fuller and the cleavage more attractive.

Intensive Care Nurse - Dreamgirl

When we think of erotic costume lingerie, the first connotation is often nurse lingerie, which is the most popular type of such clothing, next to kinky french maid outfits. Recent surveys have proven that fantasies about nurses are men’s top favourite. The reason may be the sexy portrays of nurses in old movies or books or simply the memory of playing doctor and nurse back in the old carefree days.

No matter what the reasons for the popularity of nurse lingerie are, there’s no denying that it’s loved by men and women of all ages. Though such outfit is most often black and white and may seem old-fashioned, it can be found in red, pink or black. Still, whatever the color of your nurse sexy lingerie is, it’s the details that help complete the costume. A nurse’s hat is definitely a must-have, as well as stethoscopes. Fortunately, they usually come along with a costume. (more…)

When you decide to buy sexy lingerie as a gift, you may get closer than you imagine to the one you love. Most women enjoy receiving it and the promise such a present carries. Still, many men risk the feeling of uncertainty and embarrassment while shopping for sexy underwear. If you look for a way to avoid feeling self-conscious in a lingerie store, you should consider online shopping which provides a wide range of choices. It has made shopping for sexy lingerie quicker and easier than ever.

Gift #1 - Matching Lingerie Set

The main obstacle to buying erotic underwear as a gift is choosing the right fit. Too large or too small piece of sexy underwear may be detrimental for a woman and it will definitely not get used. Luckily, there are many ways to avoid such a situation. Try to take a closer look at your loved one’s underwear drawer - most pieces of sexy lingerie have tags which tell you the size. However, if for some reason you’re not able to do this, you can consider the size of her outer wear. Though lingerie is measured slightly different than regular clothes, you can use the tags of the latter to help you buy the right fit.

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