Bras and corsets and kix'ies - oh my!

The time has come to show off  all my lingerie favorites in one full blown underwear and corset filled post! Being a super curvy hourglass shape, I tend to love any garment that accentuates my waist to hip/bust ratio and what better to do that with than CORSETS!!

Base garments are not only sexy but they are the essential foundations of any outfit. What is hidden beneath helps garments slide on and sit perfectly. So in this post I wanted to feature my stand out no.1 picks for corsets, bras and stockings.

Steel-Boned Underbust Corset in Green Satin - $59.00

Freya Deco Moulded Plunge Bra in Black - $74.95

Freya Deco Short in black - $34.95

Kix'ies Ally: Flirty flashback to the 1940s polka dot stockings - $18.95

Black Lace Shrug from Miskonduct - $59.99

As a redhead, I found it impossible not to order this emerald green underbust corset from Orchard Corset. I've been looking all over the internet for a well crafted, stunningly designed and well reviewed corset company and as soon as I found Orchard Corsets I knew all my boxes were ticked. I chose to try to underbust items to begin with as I know they suit me best and these two styles are absolutely spot on for fit and size!

I am wearing both of these corset styles in a 26 inch waist. My natural waist is a 32' and when I gave the very lovely people on their Facebook page my stats they instantly recommended this size to me. Via the website they offer the following information regarding size :

'We recommend that you order 5-7 inches below your natural waist measurements to allow for cinching.  Plus sizes (waists of 38" or more) should order 7-10 inches down. So if you have a 29 inch waist, we would recommend that you purchase a size 24. The leather is very supple and has more give than a satin or brocade, so if your are on the edge between two size, choose the smaller size. A size 24 will have a 24" waist when fully laced shut. The hips will measure about 12 inches larger than the waist, and the underbust is about 6-7 inches larger when laced shut. Available in sizes 18 - 40 in 2 inch increments.'

In the 26' underbust I feel amazing. This style creates such an amazing shape and is very comfortable to wear. The shorter style is suited to wearing both as an undergarment and for styling with dresses and skirts. I've always worn corsets both as undergarments and as outerwear and I can't wait to pair this emerald style with the perfect dress!

I've paired this corset with my absolute favourite bra set! Last year I discovered the Deco design by Freya and lusted after the amazing sets I found in UK based lingerie stores. Though trail and error I have found my perfect size, style and cup in this brand and have also found a brilliant Australian company who are selling them close to home! Many thanks to my amazing man who searched high and low on the streets of London when he was in the UK last year to buy me my first ever Deco! Without that one bra, my addiction would never exist.

Brava is an Australian based lingerie company specializing in a D cup and up. With both an online store and two shops located in Melbourne you can order online if you know your size and head in for a perfect fit! Australian bra manufacturers need to step up and take notice of wonderful companies such as Brava. Too often I notice that bras in Australia are only over a DD with a back band of 16+ and for a back size of 14 and smaller they seem to never go past a D. This is making the whole buxom community of Australia wear ill-fitting and uncomfortable bras.  To fit my 34GG bust I need to purchase a UK brand imported by Brava instead of purchasing Aussie brands. Australia, get your act together or me and my bust are moving to the UK!

For this shoot I've worn the Deco style bra in two colour ways and I can honestly say now that this is by far the best bra I've ever had the pleasure of wearing. I own 4 different colour ways in the Deco and the fit is amazing. It gives you a large round shape, supports your whole breast and fits like a dream. I'm wearing this bra in a size 34GG and I think after discovering this style I will be wearing these every day of my life. The soft padded cups are really supportive and give a really lovely shape. Since I've been wearing this style I've got so many compliments and looks, the girls seem to be bigger than usual every time I wear my Deco bras! The short style bottom is silky and smooth and in a size XL fits my hips with ease.

Steel-Boned Longline Underbust Corset in Black Leather - $103.00

Freya Deco Honey Plunge Bra in Green - $79.95

Freya Deco Honey Brief in Green - $39.95

Kix'ies Ally: Flirty flashback to the 1940s polka dot stockings - $18.95

Next I opted for what I've always loved - Leather Corsets! The Leather is a longline and requires a torso length of 10+ inches generally to be comfortable in while seated and I found this style so very comfortable and perfect for my shape. I actually adore it most out of the two as the longer length sucks, tucks and slims out all of my problem areas. The longer length sits on a perfect height on my hips and I feel amazing while wearing it. I think in the future this longer length style is the one I will choose to purchase more of because it seems to hug me in all the right places. 

The leather is soft and smooth and I can't wait to shoot with this again. I've already got Batman inspired shoots in my head featuring this style! The fabric and distinct steel boning offer a very strong pattern and shape and due to the softness I feel like this style molded a little more to my waist and I lost more inches. 

This style while perfect in leather also comes in other prints and fabrics. From satin to cotton, pinstripe and brocade you will find the perfect style and colour for yourself with ease. Now if I can get my hands on a few more colour options and a pinstripe, my corset dream collection would be complete!!! For more information regarding fit and sizing please check out this video Orchard Corset created to help make choosing a longline style a little easier. 

I chose to pair this leather beauty with the super bright honey Freya Deco set from Brava. The pop of colour with the dark black tones really makes this stunning green/teal shade stand out. The matching honey brief is adorable with the button and ruffle details. I'm also wearing this style in an XL as well. With bra sets I tend to worry about fit when it comes to the bottom but the XL is spot on and does not cut into my hips at all.

If you are sick and tired of ill-fitting bras I urge you to try the Deco style from Freya ASAP! For any information about fit contact Brava directly for specific fit info and measurements and my brilliant fellow Blogger Fuller Figure Bust for all DD+ bra needs as she is a genius.

I've also completed each outfit with my favorite thigh high stockings from Kix'ies. You can find my previous information-filled post regarding size and fit here. These are the best thigh high stockings on the market right now and never slip down. I've been wearing these to death all autumn and need another pair of Polka Dot, as well as the Annabelle and the Beth Anne! Once you try Kix'ies you will never try another stocking brand again -trust me.

Working with my favorite brands in my dream location was brilliant! Thank you to both Bobby McGees and L12 Photography for helping me create such amazing images!

Kix'ies!!!!!

I've found THE perfect thigh high stockings! You will never worry about your thighs being too big, that awkward roll down mid walk or having your garter un-clip in public!

Introducing the absolutely amazing KIX'IES!!! Kix'ies are a unique and brilliant brand of stockings that will never let you down. I've spent years lusting after the 'perfect' thigh high stocking but I've always avoided the standard stay up style as they have that awkward rubber that never grips.

Kix'ies offer you a hold that won't let you down and come in 4 unique sizes that will suit and stretch around your thigh. I will admit I do love my pins but hell, they are far from being skinny. I just measured the widest part and they are around 36 inches around. Most standard plus or queen sizes fit around the thigh but look floppy and loose around the rest of my leg. I tend to wear standard XL stockings these days and Kix'ies offer a product that fits my thigh and does not look loose or too big around the rest of the leg.

Ally: Flirty flashback to the 1940s polka dot - $18.95

Marvel High Waisted Knickers (no longer online) from Licorice and Cream

These stocking are perfect for the true vintage lover and can be worn all year round. I'm a sucker for polka dot stockings and these there best I've tried to date! The thickness and strength of the stocking is amazing. 

I found that wearing my Kix'ies higher on my thigh have me the best support. When placed lower they felt a little more loose. I'm wonder what the next size down would be like as I'm wearing a size D (refer to the size chart at the end of the post). 

Dana Lynn: Sleek, slender, and totally ribbed - $18.95

I originally thought that the polka dot style would be my standout favourite but I'm absolutely smitten with these pure black ribbed stockings. A winter classic with a sexy twist. These are so soft and a dream to wear. I can't wait to rock these more in the cooler months. 

Tiffany: It doesn't have to glitter to be a diamond - $18.95

Now for the final pair, the very funky Tiffany style, which is a diamond cross over print perfect for pattern lovers and plaid fiends. I love how the stocking print and the top of the stocking class but work perfectly together at the same time. 

Looking for more styles? You can find the Kix'ies online store here, facebook, instagram and twitter.  

For size help I've attached the size chart bellow. 

Now go forth and buy every pair! Trust me they are the best thigh high stockings you will ever purchase. 

Stockings, suspenders and stripes oh my!

While on the hunt for more suspender stockings to fit my curves I came across a brilliant Australian online store selling not only the stockings I wanted but lots more! 

Plussizebras.com.au are an Australian based web store offering plus size underwear, lingerie, shapewear, stockings and much more. With a huge variety and selection I highly recommend you get check their store out asap. 

Now onto the stockings! 

Bow Suspender Tights - $16.95

Starting off with the most demure yet adorable of my selection. These black stockings have a brilliant bow garter print on both the back and front. The rounded top of the non sheer part of the stocking just frames your legs brilliantly. The dainty little black bows are so cute!!!

Spot Suspender Tights - $16.95

Please excuse me while I drool all over these. Polka dots and garters = AMAZING PINS!! I adore the bold large dots, the sheer stocking and the very sexy faux suspenders. I did not adjust these correctly at the back though! It takes care and effort to get them to sit correctly and my excitement made me rush out the door to snap these. I think these are my stand out favorite but I love them all so much!

 

Stripe Suspender TightsAQa - $16.95

Now for something a little more burlesque and super sexy. These tights got the very vocal 'ooooh stripey' which I thought was adorable. They are the same style as the polka dots with a different print and look just as amazing. I'm already planning so many outfits based around these 3 styles. 

All of these stocking are in the size 'One Size' but this is not the standard one size fits all. These fit me with ease, come up higher than my belly button and fit like a dream. For my height they are great as well so if you are any taller than 5'8 these will possibly not work on you. 

I need to invest in many more pairs in case I get a ladder in one of these adorable pairs!

I also got an amazing pair of backseamed nude retro stockings from Plussizebras.com.au but I did not have my full garter belt so I'll be snapping those this weekend! 

Stocking Spotlight

It's stocking spotlight once again! A week late but this week I'd like to show you my all time favorite style of stocking. If you are a fan of sheer prints then you will love this simple yet stunning polka dot style from Voodoo.

Voodoo Chic Spot Tight - $11.45 (one sale!!) 

T.U.K Studded Sky Hi Platforms - $52.00

Simple, chic and sexy. I've been looking high and low for a pair of sheer dot stockings that fit my curves and this style in the X-Tall are fantastic! They are not as high as I'm use to but as I've mentioned in other posts this is nothing a little shapewear over the top can't fix.

These are perfect for winter pinup styles, pencil skirts and dresses. You can can dress these down with flats or pair them up with some killer heels as I have done here. I'm head over heels with these stockings and I'll be ordering a few more pairs just in case I accidentally snag them. 

I chose to pair these up with my favorite studded pair of heels from T.U.K. These shoes are brilliant and add that little element of rock and roll chic to any outfit. I've also got these in red and they are equally as hot!

To find more styles and stockist please check out Voodoo Hosiery online!