Lingerie Lust List

The lingerie that I'm currently drooling over!

With Love Lingerie - Courage Brass Lion's Head Garter

I'm a bit of a Game of Thrones geek, and this just screams Lannister to me! 

Crystal Bra 

I love blinged up bras, so I've had my eye on this for a while. If it were in gold I'd have already snapped it up, as I always wear gold and rarely wear silver. There is a black version too, which is tempting. The only issue is the website seems a bit odd. Hopefully the quality is decent!

Galstern - Moulin Rouge hand printed tights 

I'm always on the lookout for interesting tights and stockings, especially gold (WHY are there no decent gold-topped fully fashioned stockings?!). I tend to prefer stockings to tights, but these are so beautiful. I also love these lace print ones. 

Amoralle - Bleeding Heart Bodysuit

I don't think I've written about how much I love Amoralle (previously Sockbox). Unfortunately I don't have/can't justify spending roughly £200 on a bodysuit, but oh my god all of their designs are complete perfection. Also, their robes make me cry, in a good way.

Top Lingerie Picks for AW13

Despite the high street brands spreading floral and pastel joy in preparation for the Spring we are apparently embarking upon, I'm already looking forward to the next season, where things inevitably head back into the shadows. 

The AW13 lingerie collections have already begun to be teased, as most of the brands are finally able to show what they have been working on for the past 6 months (I should know, I've been sitting on Playful Promises' AW13 collection images for a good few months now). 

Next season's intimates trends include plenty of things I enjoy: Metallics, Decadence, "fetish"-chic, dark reds, art nouveau and embellishments. So, I thought I'd pick a few of my favourite pieces from the released look books so far!

I.D. Sarrieri - Innamorata Bodysuit

I don't think I'd turn down anything from I.D. Sarrieri, to be honest. That would be crazy. While I'm not quite sure why they shot some of their AW13 look book in black and white (should we assume that all the lingerie in those shots is monochrome? Doubtful), they are still doing wonders with lace.

  

Lost in Wonderland

A new Berlin-based brand, that have begun with a SS13 collection. I love the shape of this girdle's panels; the only thing is that I prefer thicker suspender straps. 

E.Lai - Lexington Dress

 I've seen so many blogs talking about Eva Lai's recent collection, and the launch of her brand, E. Lai. She was one of three winners of the Playful Promises design competition; her design currently in production, available in late May. Her own brand has a gorgeous equestrian feel, mixing in tanned leathers and sheer chiffon in black, blue and brown. I love the Lexington Dress and the stunning gowns.

 Made by Niki - String Skirt

The first time I saw their coral string skirt, I wanted it. Even though it is pink. I even bought the matching bra (although I wouldn't say it's particularly flattering on me). Unfortunately I never was able to afford the skirt, but that doesn't stop me drooling over the steel black version arriving in AW13. 

Something Wicked

Two words: Sheer and Burgundy. Together, it becomes my kryptonite.  

Marlies Dekkers

Not only is the look book AMAZING but if my eyes are not deceiving me, that's a burgundy set with some fancy embellished detail going on. Be still my beating heart.

I'm looking forward to see what Lascivious has to offer (who have apparently teamed up with Bebaroque and jewellery designer Carol Wiseman, hinting at embellishments and glitter) as well as Felice Art Couture. 

Karolina Laskowska Lingerie

 

It was roughly late 2011 that I first started seeing Karolina Laskowska's work popping up, and I was instantly intrigued by her lingerie style. In Jan 2012 I had the chance to shoot some of her pieces on Miss Miranda (see above and below), and loved seeing the lingerie up close!

Although still completing her Contour Fashion degree at De Montfort, Karolina has already built her brand and quite a following. Her designs are luxurious, with more than a touch of bondage inspiration. At the moment she sells frame bras, strappy playsuits (including the bad-ass Pentagram playsuit) and harnesses, but I love watching her one-offs and design processes via her facebook.

Unfortunately I only have one piece from Karolina (so far!), which was a sample frame bra, with gorgeous gold lace.  I don't really wear enough lingerie as outerwear, but I definitely have my eye on the Kordelia Harness!

Wearing the bra as outerwear, on my way to the UK Lingerie Awards!

Also, Karolina is currently running a competition to win a £100 voucher or a one-off piece of lingerie - check out her blog for details! 

If I were a rich girl....

Why do I have such expensive tastes?

My latest lust-list, featuring things I cannot afford or cannot even condone spending that much on!

I.D. Sarrieri's Bordeaux Body - €429

I don't think I've ever seen a piece of lingerie that was more "me". Perhaps if there was a gold applique on it, but then I'd probably just foam at the mouth due to the sheer gorgeousness of it. I really want this. There's no way I could spend so much on a bodysuit.

Miss G Designs

I have no idea how much this is, but prices in her etsy seem to start from £200. 

ALL THE KOKOSHNIKS. Seriously, I have 3 and another on it's way, but I want them all. All of them. In fact, I'd be ridiculously happy with ANYTHING in Miss G's shop. 

Baroque lustworthy wishlist

I am not ashamed to say that my wardrobe is mainly full of the following colours: Black, Gold and Wine Red (or similar tones). 

I'm completely obsessed by how these rich colours work together, so imagine my delight screams of joy when I first discovered a few months ago, that opulent baroque styles would be trending this Autumn/Winter.

 

Clockwise from top left: The Palais Garnier, Tim Walker, a self portrait taken a few years ago and D&G's recent collection.

Normally trends pass me by, and I couldn't really imagine ANYONE keeping up with every trend (which would mean a whole new wardrobe over 4 times a year), but the good thing about this is that affordable copies are everywhere.

I was particularly looking forward to the offerings of ASOS and River Island, after having seen some preview images.

River Island's offerings that I've been checking back every day hoping they come into stock... (Image on the left from Whisty) Apparently the jacket is coming tomorrow, unsure about the shorts. 

But here's a few of the pieces I've already bought!

 Clockwise from top left: Slightly tacky baroque jumper (BUT IT'S SO WARM) from River Island, Red velvet with faux fur jacket from Rare, beautiful embellished collar from River Island, gold spangly bodysuit from Rare.

(EDIT: I just received the gold bodysuit, which is poorly made to say the least... however it was fairly cheap. I'll need to exchange it for a smaller size, but even then, the padding in the cups is bizarre, and the sequins scratch at the inside leg!)

And what about my lust list?

Upon compiling this list, I realised that there are reasons as to why I haven't already bought these items (I'm really awful, if I see something, I have to buy it... so I often try to think of ANY reason why I don't NEED it).

Clockwise from top left:

1. OASAP High Waistling Backless Tapered Dress - Prize for the most useless title! I love the look of this, but I'm wary of the quality.

2. ASOS Petite Exclusive Embellished Leotard - I have not bought this for various reasons, but one being that I'm PISSED OFF with ASOS. This was meant to come in a short bodysuit style, and I had been checking ASOS every day for it to come into stock. No show. It was even in their magazine but not on their website (the biggest, and most irritating mistake for a customer). When I saw this version come in, I emailed them to ask them about the short version, and received a pretty useless automated reply asking me to check the rest of ASOS' items for something similar. Another reason why I've not bought this is that it's made for 5'3 and under, which I am not. I have considered buying a size up and hoping it stretches to my height, but at £75 that seems ridiculous.

3. Topshop Drape Choker Necklace - I love the look of this, but I can't bring myself to spend £45 on a necklace.

4. River Island Black Flower Embroidered Cape - Cute, and affordable. I'll probably get this soon.

5. River Island Red Tapestry Satchel - My opinion of bags (and shoes) is that I will not replace one until the current bag has completely fallen apart. I get attached to my bags, and right now my one is pretty... despite the fact that the lining has fallen apart inside. I think I'd have to see this bag instore to figure out if all my things would fit in it (if it can fit a book of Game of Thrones and all my junk in comfortably, then we have a winner). 

6. ASOS Premium Knicker Shorts - Cute, but I prefer the River Island ones shown above!

Are you enjoying the baroque trend? Which items do you have your eye on?