Corsets - Art and Illusion

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

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 Corsets were originally made out of thick materials such as leather with channels to hold the “stays”, which were made from rigid materials like whalebone or steel.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.

July 29, 2009

Which sexy panties are perfect for you?

Many women think that unless they are very young or very risque, they’re not allowed to wear sexy panties, such as thongs, g-strings, string bikini panties, or sexy lingerie generally. Such way of thinking makes them end up wearing white cotton briefs and never daring to decide on something sexier. But would you like to be only comfortable or desirable and confident as well?

Don’t ever get stuck in the comfy-cotton-brief routine! Wear sexy panties not only on special occasions but all the time and indulge in the feeling of being desirable and confident. Getting used to wearing sexy lingerie all the time may take some time but it is well worth it. Sexy knickers will boost your confidence and add a bit of spice to casual situations where you know the secret you’re hiding underneath.

Allow yourself to be bolder and see how this confidence spreads on to the other spheres of your life. With sexy lingerie, soon you begin to feel more confident and your self-esteem increases. You’re more assertive and braver. With this new pair of sexy panties under your uniform, don’t be surprised if your confidence leads to a flirt with the guy at work you’ve fancied for months. And don’t think twice if he offers you a drink after work!

Tempted by the thought of feeling bold and confident while wearing sexy panties? Turn your computer on and browse the Internet. Shopping online lets you search for a perfect piece of sexy lingerie in the privacy of your home. You’ll like this option even more if you’ve been a member of the white-cotton-brief club and this is your first time with sexy underwear. Once you find the style that you like most, feel free to look for more than panties alone.

If you’re still not convinced and thought of lingerie frightens you a little, remember that the worst that can happen to you after slipping in sexy panties is feeling sexier. You’ll think of yourself in more sensual way, which leads to actually being more sensual in general. It’s just this thrill that you feel wearing posh sexy panties. The proofs are endless - from your girlfriends that have tried it and turned into bombshells to the extremely confident women you can see on the streets to the great success of comapnies such as Victoria’s Secret.

There’s no denying that sexy panties make you feel special and sexy, and that feeling is priceless. So get rid of the white granny briefs and choose a pair of crimson sexy thongs to slip under your casual clothing. You won’t regret this decision and will be amazed by in how many ways wearing sexy panties can change your life.

June 11, 2009

The Variety Of Sexy Panties for Everyone’s Body

These days the choice of sexy panties is almost unbelievable. No matter if you want them to help you feel attractive, comfortable or to just fit your outfit for some special occasion, there is no doubt you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for. Just like with any other sexy lingerie there’s hardly any limit to colours, styles and materials when it comes to lower underwear. Shopping online, since it became immensely popular, has been increasing the options while choosing sexy lingerie, including panties. The variety of cuts and colours for a lower price make the customers opt for browsing online from the comfort of their homes. Obviously, deciding on one favourite pair can be a challenge.

There are three basic categories of women’s lower parts of underwear:

Briefs - the most popular and typical pair of women’s lingerie, cut like the bottom part of a swimsuit. In fact, many briefs are considered bikinis. Apart from the cut on the thighs and the rise, there are hardly any variations of this style. Briefs that are low-rise and show your belly button can be very sexy.

Boy shorts - they’re a variation of briefs. They’re cut longer on the thigh and look like some very tight and short shorts, but you wouldn’t confuse this sexy cut to regular shorts. Sometimes, to make boy shorts more erotic, the producers trim them with lace or use various alluring patterns and materials.

G-Strings and thongs - integral part of many sexy lingerie sets - although these two names seem to represent types of panties that are very alike, there is a slight difference. They both consist of a patch of cloth covering the front and a much narrower strip of material sitting between the buttocks. Still, the strip is often wider on a thong than on a g-string. A lot of women like to wear thongs because they resemble less of regular briefs and but aren’t as defiant as g-strings. Many people find thongs very sexy for exposing the buttocks. Thongs at present day are unquestionable essential in any lingerie drawer.

Sexy panties, apart from being a fun to buy, can help you feel sexy and confident not necessarily being exposed to anyone. Thongs are not only alluring but also helpful when it comes to visible underwear lines. Boy shorts are flirty and make you feel like a carefree young girl again. Even regular panties with some detail added can be a subtle arouser. Don’t waste your time and go on choosing the perfect cut for you. Whichever you decide on, remember that feeling pretty and comfortable is the ultimate aim.

May 21, 2009
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