Lace Underwire Bra With Velcro Fastening By Christian Dior
Lace Underwire Bra With Velcro Fastening By Christian Dior Date: c. 1957 Origin: France Fabric: Nylon Brand: Christian Dior This underwired lace bra was likely part of Christian Dior's 1957 ready-to-wear…January 30, 2019Ruffled Lace Trimmed Suspender Belt By Christian Dior
Ruffled Lace Trimmed Suspender Belt By Christian Dior Date: c. 1960s Origin: France Fabric: Nylon Brand: Christian Dior This pull on suspender is made of a mix of firm stretch powernet,…January 30, 2019‘When Dancing Wear A Kestos’ Brassiere Advertisement
'When Dancing Wear A Kestos' Brassiere Advertisement Date: 1932 Origin: Great Britain Brand: Kestos The ‘Kestos’ style bra was one of the defining moments of 1930s lingerie, marking the move from…January 15, 2019‘Lifeguard’ Full Support Briefs By Reis
'Lifeguard' Full Support Briefs By Reis Date: c. 1950s Origin: United States Fabric: Cotton, rayon and nylon Brand: Reis Robert Reis & Co was founded in New York in 1885. The…January 4, 2019Assortment Of Corset Bones, Baleen & Steel
Assortment Of Corset Bones, Baleen & Steel Date: 19th century Origin: Unknown Fabric: Baleen, steel, textile coverings Brand: Unknown An assortment of baleen and steel bones, most commonly used to support…December 1, 2018Black Silk Boudoir Cap With Machine Embroidered Trim & Ribbonwork
Black Silk Boudoir Cap With Machine Embroidered Trim & Ribbonwork Date: c. 1930s Origin: Great Britain Fabric: Silk Brand: Unknown A boudoir cap with a black silk base and multicoloured embroidered…October 10, 2018Black Silk Striped Stockings
Black Silk Striped Stockings Date: c. 1890s Origin: United States Fabric: Silk Brand: Unknown Machine knitted silk stockings, in a black base with decorative white stripes. Even with the lowered costs…October 10, 2018Floral Printed Powernet Bra By St. Michael
Floral Printed Powernet Bra By St. Michael Date: c. 1970s Origin: United Kingdom Fabric: Nylon Powernet Brand: St. Michael This bra, part of a co-ordinating St Michael set from the early…October 10, 2018Ivory Silk Crêpe Slip With Pastoral Embroidery
Ivory Silk Crepe Slip With Pastoral Embroidery Date: c. 1930s Origin: Great Britain Fabric: Silk Brand: Custom made This elegant silk slip is made from a lightweight silk crêpe. The cut…October 10, 2018‘Buy Your Brassière To Harmonize With Your Lines’ Advertisement By Model Brassière Co.
'Buy Your Brassière To Harmonize With Your Lines' Advertisement By Model Brassière Co. Date: c. 1920s Origin: United States Brand: Model Brassière Co. Model Brassiere Company was a New York firm which…October 1, 2018
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