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These Are Not Your Granny’s Panties!

These Are Not Your Granny’s Panties!

I realize I have some male readers, but this post isn’t for you – so move on! ;0 These Are Not Your Granny’s Panties! First, let me explain myself. Many years ago I was walking down the street with a friend when a gust of wind made my dress go up. A passerby yelled at … Continue reading

What Katie Did Comes to Ebay.com

What Katie Did Comes to Ebay.com

Like many of you vintage ladies, I love What Katie Did (WKD) lingerie. I fell in love with the line several years ago and ever since have been a loyal customer. When I was in London in 2009, I was able to visit the What Katie Did store and purchase the Lulu Bullet Bra and … Continue reading

Figure Control

Figure Control

“Be Wise, Get the Figure Men Admire!” (one of the tag lines on a vintage advertisement for shapewear) Today, I’m going to talk a bit about shapewear. Shapewear is also known as foundation garments. Foundation garments have been around for centuries with one of the earliest items being the corset. Shapewear is meant to form … Continue reading