Fashionistas Have Sweet Dreams in Vintage Lingerie
by Mary Kincaid
Dec 4, 2009 8:24 AM PST
The term lingerie comes from the Old French linge, which referred to scandalous underclothes. Though the term was not in widespread use until the 1850s, the history of lingerie itself started centuries earlier, back in ancient Egypt around 3000 BC. And while the choice for men may center around something as simple as boxers or briefs, we women have so much more to consider: peignoirs, chemises, nighties, camisoles, slips, crinolines and teddies -- both racy and demure. Now we gals know that buying luxurious lingerie is not necessarily practical, but we also know that this form of self-indulgence can have a subconscious impact on the way we look and feel -- even if no one gets to witness our underpinnings. So choose one of these beauties from past decades and bring on some sweet dreams. Just click the slideshow to see the selection.
by Amber Fijolek
Jul 29, 2009 2:17 PM PDT
Undoubtedly, everyone will think you look heavenly in your wedding ensemble. But even more undoubtedly, the one who proposed the marriage is thinking that big, expensive gown you bought to walk down the aisle in is hiding a bit too much. Let him sink his teeth into the heaven that lies underneath all of that silk and lace with an array of sexy lingerie like he's never seen. Cut-outs and baby-dolls galore, these picks are just the beginning when it comes to having the wedding night you've always dreamed of. Take your time in searching for all the right goods, though-- a honeymoon lasts longer than the night-of, so make sure you're well equipped for the fun nights ahead! I mean ... it's underwear, right? It's kind of something you need plenty of clean pairs of! Take a peek at this slideshow for what to pack for your honeymoon-wear wardrobe!