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There are many kinds of coisets that reflect different times in history. Corsets can be both elegant and a bit naughty.

Training corsets are commonly used to reduce your waistline. If you want to use one of these corsets, then there are a few things you should know. This article will...

Ready to try wearing a real corset instead of imitation corsets from lingerie stores? These are the five best places to order authentic corsets online.

Laced corsets come in many sizes, styles, and fabrics. Therefore, there are a few things you need to consider before buying one. This article will...

Have you ever worn a tuxedo with a cummerbund? Then you've worn the descendant of the men's corset, once a must-have article of clothing for all men.

Most people think corsets, while they look great, have to be a pain to wear. This article tells you how to buy the right one and wear it correctly.

Do you want to be Queen Elizabeth for Halloween? Want tips on how to get the historical costumes in your child's play just right?

Ever wonder about the real history of Breasts. Well wonder no more. Here is the real historical scoop on those two bodacious little dirty pillows.

High heels sure to get a bad rap! Known to many as an "ergonomics nightmare", they are a fashion accessory many women just won't go without (including myself!)

While it is reasonable for people who have suffered debilitating accidents to consider reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery done for cosmetic purposes remains nothing more than a display of poor self-esteem.

A masquerade ball is one of intrigue and mystery. Formal costumes and intricate, dramatic masks were worn by all. Masks could be made to look mystical, magical, religious, or even humorous.

Romance book covers jumps right out at readers. Ever wonder who does them? How they got in the business and if you are an artist, interested in doing romance book covers, how you can to? Read my interview to find out.

Single people in their late twenties and early thirties often resort to new and inventive ways to find their perfect match.

Costumes have played an integral part throughout the history of the theatre.

This piece is about the experience of owning ovaries in the testosterone-infused world of heavy metal.

Not all Vampires are Goths and not all Goths are Vampires but at Halloween time the two genres embrace. Find out what must have clothing you need to fit into any Vampire Ball and where you can buy them.

I have recently been doing some writing for a lingerie website, and discovered something I found rather surprising. Lingerie is much more diverse and fashionable than I ever imagined.

Today's brides are very different from the traditional bride of yesteryear. Brides have always wanted to look beautiful, but today's brides want more than just a white, traditional-wedding gown; they want to look beautiful as well as sensual.

Choose the right lingerie, create the perfect mood, and enjoy the sparks tonight.

Libba Bray's novel A Great and Terrible Beauty is a beautifully written book. The story is engrossing and well-constructed.

The book (and movie) Fight Club may just seem to be about men physically fighting each other. However, it actually goes in depth on perceived problems with American (and Western) society and culture- consumerism, trying to find God, the role of the male sex and much more.

If someone called you a BBW, would you be offended? BBW is webspeak used to describe plus sized women. In other words, they would be paying you compliments by saying you are a Big Beautiful Woman!

With all the buzz revolving around Hot 97's Summer Jam, we anticipate that the most rocking after party is the place to be. The rain did not shut down the festivities. Hip Hop

Now if you are like most men, you HATE shopping. My husband refuses to go clothes shopping for me. I have no idea why as I'm not very picky at all. *wink*

American Pie by Don McLean makes more sense when you know that the plane Buddy Holly died in was named "American Pie". Did you know these other little known facts?

If you're the Bride-To-Be, you know how many tiny details you need to remember when you are planning your wedding. You've set the date, and found that perfect wedding dress. You've got everything under control, or have you?

Women like to feel sexy; pure and simple. Of course when a woman is dating a man, particularly at the very beginning of the relationship, she's bound to have a vast selection of sexy nightwear to choose from.

Before the 80's, people were outraged to see private (read: lingerie) items in public view, whether on display in a store or as part of an outfit worn openly. Today, lingerie is no longer just women's undergarments but a fashion statement ...

Slips are giving us the slip. Once a part of a woman's basic attire, now the slip is turning into an outdated under garment. What has become of one of the basic dress pieces?

Addresses flappers and their characteristics during the 1920s

This paper discusses how women evolved from the flapper era of the 1920s to the 1950s housewife.

How an insider feels about Fetish Fashion, Goth chicks, and new found interests from outsiders.

Even though lingerie is no longer an item that most consumers are embarrassed to shop for, there are still some buyers who aren't certain what a baby doll is or just what a garter belt does. This guide will help those who are too shy to ask exactly what an item is.

So many outfits and so much to wear! How do you know what is the best for you?

Summer is the time for Renaissance Faires to be held. These fun events bring you back in time to the days of knights in armor and elegant ladies wearing bodices and flowing hoop skirts.

discussing the history of bras

Fashion statements and trends for women of the 1920's

Humorous story from the perspective of a woman.

Some Valentine's Day gift ideas for him and her

Need help deciding what to get the woman in your life for Christmas? A general article, following the trends of 2008.

There is underwear and there is lingerie and it is a shameful understatement to call lingerie just sexy underwear. It is an enhancement of the woman's form. It is the wispy negligee that cuts a seductive silhouette as severe or as dainty as the woman allows.

From casemods to costumes, steampunk has been mentioned a lot lately. If you've been wondering how to put together a basic look to join the gears and goggles set, here's some information.

Fad Diets will never work - let's just learn how to eat right and exercise

This is a step-by-step guide to finding everything you need to put together the perfect Goth style for prom from the dress to the shoes.

Centuries ago, physicians did not understand the human body as well as today's physicians.

From flirtatious and fun to downright spicy, Lane Bryant offers a great variety of plus size intimates.

This article looks at how television, movies, and advertising affects the people view their own bodies.

Get ready for your prom - goth style!

Gothic Style is a sophisticated and elegant way to approach your prom. enter the prom with elegance in a victorian imspired gown with a tight corset and gothic flare!

Lingerie shopping can be extremely hard, especially for men around Valentine's Day. Here is a lot of help that will make Valentine's Day a smash!

There is more to Aurora than first meets the eye. I offer you these ten interesting facts.

Graphic Artists can use their creative side and design custom clothing also known as textures in the Red Light Center PC based video game.

A 'letter' from a happy Northern Liberties (No Libs) resident to his parents, detailing all the interesting and exciting things to do in this fantastic 'hood.

I know there are a lot of people out there that are into gothic clothes. So I thought I would do some research for ya'll so that you can buy some good gothic clothing as well. It is so much easier to shop online so here are some links for ya'll to enjoy!

If you are clueless what to buy for your loved ones, friends or Co-workers you may want to take a trip with me through my favorite Gift Shopping Websites. From Gifts for the littlest ones to gifts for the discerning Adult...

So what's the deal with necklines these days? Is it my imagination, or has the display of female chest (cleavage optional) become de rigueur? I cannot recall the last time the last time I saw a woman who did not expose at least a square foot of bare bosom.

When putting together a lingerie ensemble, it's not complete until you accessorize the right way. You need the right earrings, necklace, and bracelet, the right stockings, and one often forgotten but very sexy addition to any ensemble is opera gloves.

This is a review of my Lee pants. They are more like pants than jeans though Lee does make a slimming jean.

You don't have to spend an hour every morning to get a smaller waist...or at least look like you have one. Here are some waist-slimming fashion tips that can help you get the look right now.

Belly dance is really a misnomer. The proper name for art is Danse Oriental.

A new movie in the lesbian cinema world that promotes bisexual experimentation from a married woman and the emotional complications that arise.

The corset is basically a garment that is used by wearing it to shape or mold the torso of the body or the waist into a narrower shape so it will be more appealing.

Though Stephen King is notorious for writing huge novels, some of his best stories are the short ones. MUTE is his newest short story, recently published in the December edition of Playboy Magazine.

This article provides a list of independent store fronts in Denver, Colorado, that are littered with urban, hip, indie, artsy products.

Don't let the skinny girls have all the fun. Try a few of these plus size sexy Halloween costume ideas on for size.

Now is a good time to plan activities for your May trip to New York City.

Edna, the protagonist in The Awakening by Kate Chopin, experiences a great transformation from an uptight Victorian lady to a colorful, free-spirit.

The collections displayed a mixture of continuity with and change from the styles of 2006. Here is a glimpse of the trends for 2007 that dominated the runways at Fashion Week in New York.

Medieval Weddings can be a lot of fun, but what type of dress should you get? With so many unique styles to chose from, I've simplified the process to some basic neckline choices and the perfect jewelry accents.

From the kitch to the kinky, elegant to erotic, Philadelphia has some oustanding spots for finding just the right accoutrements to make your day off reeeeally relaxing.

Let's face it sometimes there isn't a place to find trendy teen clothes. Depending on where you live, you're lucky to have a Wal-Mart and their selection isn't always huge. Where do you find trendy teen clothes? Why, online, of course.

Finding the perfect outfit when you are a teen is hard enough, but when you're a plus sized teen, it's even harder. Several online stores make shopping, for plus sized teen clothing, a much easier and happier experience.

Older people on your gift list will appreciate a nostalgic gift. There are many choices, so find out what they remember and enjoyed and go from there.

This is a satirical piece intended to point up a fantastic AC article written by Tim Sexton.

One of the most captivating characters of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries lived in northern Massachusetts and was, in the kindest adjective possible, eccentric. He may have been a genius!

Body Aware Inc. is a fantastic web site for men who are interested in purchasing sexy lingerie for themselves. Please read my review on this exciting, growing product line. I recommend www.bodyaware.com to men interested in ultimate sexy.

Madame Talbot has been creating dark artwork for years. Now with a flourishing website and articles in Gothic Beauty and Darkwave, this small cult of death-laden art is growing...and so is its fan base.

The parasol, while still being used elsewhere in the world today, has gone out of use (not to mention fashion) in the US. The only problem is, you can't beat a parasol in sun protection. Unless you're a tree (or a very thick layer of zinc oxide ointment.)

The New England island of Martha's Vineyard was once home to an unusually large population of deaf people, as a result of hereditary deafness propagated through inbreeding. These individuals were a vibrant part of the local community.

Find out what's great about well known brands like Marciano.com and lesser known shops like Willow506.com.

Dr. Mary Edwards Walker was one of a few women to serve as a physician in the Civil War, she received the Congressional Medal of Honor, and was an advocate for increased rights for women whose actions alienated her fellow suffragists and led to arrests.

A look at founding father and controversial idealist, Thomas Paine.

Do you love the Victorian era? Many people do. Now you can find everything Victorian with this guide to some of the best Victorian places online.

Most women love lingerie but have different tastes. Here's a guide to lingerie sites, their merchandise and pricing.

Many researchers argue that society's current standards of the "perfect body" are unrealistic for the majority of women. "As images of the ideal shape.

Fashion has played a large part in society for hundreds of years but some of the fashions have been strange, to say the least.

Brides are beautiful regardless of their size, but plus-sized brides face a challenge in finding a wedding dress that makes the entire planning of your special day pale in comparison.

Best sites for shopping if you're a younger plus sized woman, in-store and online stores profiled.

If you are a curvaceous cutie in Tucson looking for styles that fit your bod and your budget, look no further!

Uterus Prolapse when the uterus slips into the vagina. Symptoms, causes and prevention related to uterus prolapse. Treatment includes exercise, dieting, and surgery. The severity of the problem, consist of one of three degrees.

What can be clear is that the Goth subculture can not exactly be defined by what is being worn. Goth is a mood, a philosophy, and a sensation of acceptance for your personal style and chic. No wonder the fashion world is taking notice.

It's that time again were tank tops and flip flops are the joie de vivre. So what's hot this summer season that keeps you cool? There's plenty of things that are fashionable and flattering that don't aggreive your wallet.

A general exploration of the sudden explosion and make over of a once taboo adult experience - burlesque.

Having a diverse wardrobe is important for actresses looking to book a range of roles.

This paper conducts an analysis of Underworld in regards to Feminism.

Amy Lee is a songwriter and lead singer for the band, and it is her beautiful voice, passion, and image that make her so loved.