The first thing I noticed about the set, is that it has very clear vintage replication in mind. Unlike other designs that are inspired by, or modern takes on vintage designs. This felt like something plucked straight out of the past. Especially so when it comes to the girdle.

A few months back, I was stuck for ways to spend my birthday. After searching for holidays abroad to spend my birthday in a warmer climate, rather than in dreary Scotland. I soon realised, I was more intrigued by fancy hotels, than the locations. Out of curiosity I searched for period hotels, and discovered the wonder that is The Witchery by The Castle, right here in Scotland. The more I seen of each beautiful suite, the more I fantasised about spending a single night in such a dreamy place. I finally gave in, surrendered my card details and booked a night in The Sempill suite. Luckily not only did I get to spend a night, with the company of my sister. But also with the brief company of the incredibly talented CJ Monk. Who was kindly on hand to capture me frolicking around in lingerie, and soaking up the opulent surroundings.

Model: Edith Emerald / Photographer: CJ Monk / 

MUAH & Styling: Edith Emerald

"Angelou" set

The bra would normally retail at £67, girdle £79, and brief £39. Which would be a total £185. But you can own all three pieces for only £130, through their Kickstarter campaign. What a steal! Or if you prefer you can buy just the brief for £20, just the suspender belt for £50 or the bra and brief set for £70. (Sizes 32-36 B-G and S,M,L and XL.) Click here to buy!

Swarovski Crystal black Demi-corset

Grace Cowl Neck Gown

Grace Sheer Ruffle Robe

Leonie V-Neck Gown

Leonie Satin Robe

I was very luckily given the opportunity to collaborate with the very lovely Pippa Smith. I not only got to model her gorgeous handmade lingerie designs - that she sells in her Etsy shop 
Pip & Pantalaimon - but also to photograph myself from the comfort of my own home, too. I hope I have done each piece justice, with my very amateur set up. Because they truly are so wonderfully made.

I recently purchased from the gorgeous vintage style lingerie website House Of Satin. As the name suggests, a lot of their lingerie are made from a glamorous satin, that feels lovely against the skin. They are a small UK based company, that produces all their orders with fabric and lace made in the UK. I had gotten in contact with Lisa, who was such a sweetheart to talk to. I had requested a size 30D, as I had seen all their bras are made to order. Much to my surprise and delight, they were more than willing to make this size for me. Like normal, I decided to purchase all black. But there are a selection of beautiful colours to choose from, including: white, pink, baby blue, purple and red. When they arrived - only two days after I had ordered them!! - I was thrilled with what I received. The feel and quality of the fabric and construction, were of a very high standard. I was even more thrilled when I tried on the bras and they fitted perfectly. Absolutely perfect! With no padding or wires, I didn't think I could of ever gotten a bra to fit so well. The matching brief and girdle, have that wonderful vintage look to them. Sadly, even though they fit and feel lovely on. The waist in both are a little bit too big on me. By about an inch. But I put this down to me wanting all my lingerie and clothes to be very close fitting. It's certainly not big enough, that I would be worried of them falling off or slipping. I'm sure this could be noted and that they wouldn't mind taking them in just a little in further.

Now for the photographs! I decided to keep the photographs as simple as I could, as I wanted to focus on just the lingerie. All images are un-retouched and shot in natural light.

Now for some pictures of what the lingerie looks like on:


 Another get use I've found for the long line bra, is to pair it with my 'Baby' corset from What Katie Did.
It's the perfect length to keep those bumps and lumps at bay.

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