New Blog!

Hi everyone, sorry for not posting in a while but I've been busy trying to get my new blog up and running. So I'm extremely happy that the new blog is up and running. If you like my posts please follow me on the new site! http://burlesqueshapewear.com/

History of Shapewear.

Did you know that pockets were sewn into girdles during WWII for storing important documents and items? Learn more about the history of shapewear.

You can read more by clicking here.

Buying Vintage on a Budget.

image via lingerie addict

The Lingerie Addict gives some great tips on buying vintage on a budget. You can read the article by clicking here.

The History of Shapewear and Girdles.

Image from Stylist.com

Curious to know how shapewear and girdles have changed over the course of their history? Stylist.com has done an incredible job outlining the changes.  You can read the article by clicking on the link above.

Pin-Up Time!

This delightful pinup photo from Dollhouse Bettie, featuring Kristil Parrish!

That's Rago Satin & Lace Fashion Bra in Pink and Extra Firm Shaping Waist Cincher, also in pink.

A Pinup's Review.

Pin-up Model Jessica Meloche of Pinup Persuasion reviews her favorite piece of shapewear. Rago's  9357 Lacette Open Bottom Corset Bodybriefer.

“This bodybriefer addresses all those nasty “trouble areas” in one sleek and sexy design. If you are looking for an All-in-One to achieve a perfect silhouette, this is your best bet.”

To read her full write up, click here.

To purchase your own 9357 Lacette Open Bottom Corset, click here.

Sewing Your Own Corset.

Feeling a bit crafty? Have a love for things that are vintage or burlesque? Then you can learn how to sew your own corset with this guide from Bridges On The Body.

For those of us not so crafty there's always the easier way out.

Tina de Vere

Pin-up model Tina de Vere in Rago

Calamity Chang!

If you're ever in New York City and you have a free night, go and se Calamity Chang preform, she's an incredible performer.

Here's a photo of her for Rago Shapewear. 

Angela Ryan by Miss Missy Photography.

The beautiful Angela Ryan in Rago's 2202 longline bra photographed by Miss Missy Photography. 

Without Proper Foundations..

"Without proper foundations there can be no fashion"-Christian Dior

Tips on Buying Vintage Lingerie.

Curious in buying a bit of vintage lingerie? The Lingerie Addict has put together some great tips that everyone should read.  From bra's to girdles, and petticoats.

To read the article, click here.

Bianca Bombshell.

Bianca Bombshell shows us her new pinup calendar with photos in Secrets In Lace exclusive leopard print Rago Shapewear

A Decadent Doll.

I'm not sure who the model is but I love this. The photo is done by Autumn Luciano, and the lingerie is Rago.

Always a Classic Choice.

Shot by master pinup artist, Viva Van Story Photography

The model sadly is unknown to me, if anyone knows please let me know!

Bianca Bombshell All Year Round.

The always beautiful and lovely Bianca Bombshell is releasing a pinup calendar. Here's a shot of her posing for June in a piece of mocha  Rago #9357

Top Choice for Plus Size Lingerie.

The Lingerie Addict knows which brands are the best when it comes to plus size shapewear.  Placing Rago Shapewear first above the competition

Liesel Von Stripp

"Liesel Von Stripp is one of Capitol Bombshell's most loyal pinups. We love seeing her dare, embrace and unleash in one of our custom dyed Ragos."

- Luigi Crespo of Capitol Bombshell - Boudoir & Pinup Photographers

Go Vintage for Halloween!

If you're going for a classic starlet look, burlesque dancer, Rosie the Riveter, MadMen character, or Pin-up model. You're going to want to make sure you get the full effect and there's no better way than getting the right foundation garment.

There's a sale going on at American Shapewear you'll get 10% off when you use the code: Halloween.

Ruby Fortune

Ruby Fortune in Rago  1359 girdle, photographed by Claire Seville and done up by Rachael Davies Make-Up Artist!