Guest Post!

Hello there to all of Sophie’s lovely readers!

Me and Sophie have a lot in common and the major thing is a love of all things beautifully vintage. Everything from the hair to the makeup to the amazing clothes anyone can find something from a long gone era that suits your figure and frame best. I have a particular adoration of vintage lingerie especially that of the 1950s which probably stems from a small obsession I have with a certain Miss Bettie Paige. 

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She was the Queen of all pin ups and was at the forefront of bringing female sexuality into the publics view. She wasn’t naturally very confident and wasn’t a stick thin catwalk girl, she was a 100% real woman who thrived showing her curves in front of the camera but struggled off of it. If you want modern references check out the stunning Dita Von Teese because she always gets it right!

I have always loved how the lingerie from the 50s really opened up what could be worn by ladies of all shapes and sizes and allowed women to not only be beautiful but also comfortable. It has heavily influenced modern lingerie designers and you can always see influences of it across fashion and beauty today. Classically you can see the influences of vintage lingerie in popular modern brands such as Agent Provocateur in their Margot range or in all brands in their basic suspender and stockings combo which was a staple of the time.

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I think this kind of 1950s influenced lingerie can be really empowering as it provides coverage where you want it and only exposes the very sensual areas of the body. It’s all about being ultra feminine rather than in your face sexy and lets us women be in control and feel confident in our own bodies.

I’m a great believer in promoting body confidence and utilising what you’ve got rather than putting yourself down. Remember confidence is sexy and combine this with some beautiful vintage lingerie and you’ll be irresistible!

A brilliant shop to get modern made but vintage looking pieces is What Katie Did or grab the main pieces from your favourite underwear shop because they will certainly have a version to suit your style and budget.

The Must Haves:

Here’s my top three pieces to really create that vintage pin up girl look with lingerie and a smile.

Seamed stockings: These babies elongate the legs and add a sophisticated sexiness to any outfit. I have teamed them with a pencil skirt and fitted cardigan to add a subtle pin up look to my work attire and I always get lovely comments from the ladies in the office.

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Suspender belt: These come in all shapes and sizes and mean you can wear any pair of stockings with no fear of them falling down. You can also get them in shape wear so they are slightly thicker to nip in any unwanted bulges. A perfect addition to your pin up wardrobe!

   

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Your favourite bra: Now mine is a balconette due to my smaller chest but you can literally just pick what makes you feel mega sexy. In the 1950s it was a fuller cupped bra usually with hidden support to really enchance the chest and exentaute the frame.

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And for a little some extra pick your favourite bright lip colour and apply lovingly. If you want to go classic opt for a deep red or for a touch of the modern grab a bright fuchsia.

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I hope this little window into the world of vintage lingerie has sparked your imagination and remember just have fun with it 

Thank you soo much to the STUNNING Sophie for letting me take over your blog for a post 

Becky Beloved x

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