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It may be an item of clothing you regard as ordinary, but the T-shirt has come a long way since the late 1800s when it first evolved from men’s undergarments. It was never visible and served more as the top half of some long john type underpants. Created by Viryabo@Polyvore The t-shirt was soon to be produced as proper underwear and soon after adopted by dock and mine workers “as a convenient wear for hot environments”, especially like what you’ll find in coal mines or the deep recesses of ships. T-shirts soon became popular with workers in various industries but not before the US Navy in 1913, made it popular by issuing it to be worn as undershirts. However, in the warmer regions, it soon became commonplace for sailors and Marines to wear their tees without their jackets to their work parties or out of town. For the US Navy , they came short-sleeved with crew necks (probably where it got that style’s name from), not unlike the round (crew) neck styles you see today, over a hundred yea...

Fashion design and clothing styles come and go, moving in an almost cyclic manner where the old becomes the new and eventually fades away back into the past that will one day also be tagged as vintage clothing. Many vintage-inspired styles we see today have appeared a number of times over the decades albeit modified to suit the trends of the time. A silk dress, worn with the hobble skirt While some of these clothing styles still maintain some detailing features, not many possess the meticulous attention detail which made their designs great, neither are they made with such gorgeous fabrics, common elements of the past. For those who absolutely love vintage style clothing, they’ll find that such unique beauty and finery is rarely present in modern day designs. But then, fashion hasn’t always been that impressive and some were unbecoming. And though we might have thought that some of them were 'cool' styles during their era, in all honesty, many of them were not! Clothing Styles ...

When you decide to buy a luxury brand vintage style handbags, you are assured of owning a ‘powerful’ line of authenticity that goes way back to over half a century ago and beyond. The fact that the fashion market is awash with counterfeits of the vintage classic brands hasn’t stopped brand-conscious women from buying luxury brands. Rather, when there is a mass rush for an imitation of a classic brand handbag, the sudden high demand is an indication that a particular luxury brand name is healthy and it's market demand is growing. Prominent among buyers of these high-quality handbags are the ‘baby boomers’ (60+ women) who not only have more disposable funds to spend on unique brand names (they have worked hard for it over the years) but also have a great taste, are quite discerning, and curiously, think because they have less time left in life they deserve to ‘splash out’ and really go for the best in terms of brand and quality. If you are particular about authenticity and love anyth...

Before we all know it, it'll be Valentine’s Day. Doesn't it just seem that by the time we resume our normal lives in early January, thanks to a wonderful Christmas; and ring in a brand New Year, we might as well start thinking of St Valentine’s Day gift ideas. So, for you couples and partners out there, your season of love expressions is only a few weeks away and if you are thinking of gift ideas for that special person and plan to ‘warm up’ the evening, or ‘heat up’ the night, these “red haute” lingerie styles are worth considering. Valentine's Day Gifts Ideas You can pick your choice . . . babydolls, corsets, lace bras, and robes; chemises, super soft pyjamas, peignoirs, and more. These kind of intimate gifts for Valentine are sweeter AND more meaningful than a fancy box of chocolates. So whether you just plan for a quiet night at home with your girlfriends, an intimate affair with your partner, or a serene and quiet time just for yourself, these gifts ideas for Valentine...

"A quiz on what you really know about vintage fashion and style" There is something to be said about vintage fashion . . . its uniqueness, quality, durability, and the fact that there is some history behind each era’s style. It may surprise you to know that even today’s fashion houses and designers still refer to archives of clothing designs of the early to late 20th-century fashion trends, styles from which most of their inspirations are drawn. If you are a vintage-style enthusiast, you will already know that most of today’s fashion is really re-incarnated from styles, some of over a century ago. And it wouldn’t surprise you to know that replication of fashion designs of a bygone era are just what many of the women clothing styles we see today are. Save for minor modifications and the use of modern embellishments, trims, buttons, zippers, buckles, clasps, and the like, vintage styles are back again. FASHION QUIZ - How Vintage Fashion Savvy Are You?

If you are a curvy plus size woman, finding the right type, size, and style of beautiful lingerie may pose a challenge. This is especially true if you are bold and proud of your full-bodied figure. And many plus size women are truly proud enough to flaunt their curves. This detailed infographic should help to guide you if and when you decide to go for head-turning, shape enhancing, 'cheeky', provocative, or simply empowering plus size lingerie to flaunt your gorgeous curvy silhouette. From your torso to your legs, these tips will let you know what's best for you - no matter if you have fat calves, wide shoulders, or a drooping bosom. So, whenever you wish to treat yourself to some nice intimate wear, remember these handy tips. You'll find that you will always make a wise choice, whatever your desires might be - boxers, sleepwear, bras, bustiers, chemise, hosiery, leather, costumes, and the like. Further Reading: Vintage Inspired Lingerie for Plus Size Brides 10 Flatteri...

It’s not often that you get to find attractive . . . yes, really pretty lingerie for plus size women. Firstly, most stores that sell lovely lingerie never seem to have the full-bodied woman in mind. It’s always been lingerie for only skinny, slim, or average size ladies that you’ll find in shop displays. Secondly, even the mannequins that showcase fine lingerie are anything but plus size and it doesn’t help that silhouettes of those shopping for underwear in such boutiques are always profiles of the slender and skinny. Now, how do many big/plus sized women feel when they find themselves in fine lingerie stores that have nothing to offer them? Doesn’t it make one feel excluded in some way? The great thing is that all that is now in the past. There are beautiful and even exotic undergarments for full-bodied and voluptuous women who not only want comfort and style but also want to have vast collections to choose from. Nowadays, things are different because being plus size doesn't mean...