Selvedge For Women: Raw Selvedge Denim Jeans

All jeans are not alike. If you're looking for something beyond regular blue jeans, then you have probably come across the terms selvedge and raw denim. Maybe you have even heard about Japanese denim. Jeans from Japan are all the rage, don't you know.


As a rule, you will want to get Selvedge jeans.... Raw denim is a purists favoriate, however they can be difficult to buy because they are hard to find and also they shrink. So, you have to be extra careful when choosing a pair because they will shrink duing the wash. It's best to go to a jeans boutique that sells raw denim and speak to the salesperson. They really aren't something you should buy online.

Selvedge jeans, on the other hand, don't shrink. They go through the sanforization process which shrinks them at the studio before they are put out for sale.






There are two types of denim that you are probably looking for: Raw or Selvedge.

Here's a good video going over the history of Selvedge denim, and its benefits.




Raw Denim is  denim that has not been washed and doesn't go through sanforization.





Selvedge

Selevdge denimin can be hard to get, that's one reason it is to popular. It's also popular because it is a stronger weave. The denim will last longer, wear better, and looks nicer after a while. It is the original style of denim. If you're in NYC you could go to one of the boutique shops that import denim from Japan and have them tailored in New York, but these jeans might run you several hundred dollars...even close to a thousand dollars. The idea was parodied in the HBO show How To Make It In America.







However, you can get selvedge jeans without spending your entire paycheck. The best places are J. Crew and French Connection.


Here's the J.Crew selvedge jean.

This selvedge Jean is from French Connection.

Here's a selvedge jean from Ralph Lauren

Raw Denim

It can be super hard to find raw denim jeans online, mostly because there are so few stores that carry them. People tend to want jeans that won't shrink....and raw denim jeans will shrink. The one benefit to raw denim jeans is that they fade naturally. However, they are a lot of work. If you really want to get a pair, then here are some boutique brands that you can search for.

Bikinis That Hide Belly Fat

Just because you have a bit of a tummy doesn't mean you can't wear a two piece bikini. There are  bikinis that hide belly fat, like this one....

but the better alternative is to get something known as a tankini.

These are a great altertnative to bikinis and one pieces. They don't have the same problems that one pieces have---sagging, baggy fit, etc... and they also cover your stomach much better than a bikini.

Here are some very cool tankinis that you can get from Macys. Most of these come in multiple colors.

In reality, if youre looking for a bikini that will hide belly fat, it's simply better to get a tankini. They give you the flexibility of a bikini and the coverage of a full suit.

If you're looking for a more casual style, then this is an awesome choice. If you have a but of a tummy, and are looking for a tankini or bikini to hide belly fat then this will work really well. It's like a shirt, but it won't get clinglly in the water. It shows some skin, but you can adjust it to cover what you like.

 

 

Sexy One Piece Bathing Suits

A one piece bathing suit can be as sexy, or even more sexy, than a two piece. You don't have to wear a bikini to be sexy. There are a lot of really nice designs to choose from. The main thing to look out for is bunchy swimsuits.

One piece swimsuits get a bad rep because so many of them are poorly designed. They make you look fat or not toned even when you are in super shape. So, imagine how they look on someone who isn't hitting the gym every night? Right, so what you need to do is get a one piece that has been designed to fit your body correctly and accentuate curves and make your look amazing.


These are great examples of sexy one piece swimsuits. The first one has a really hot plunging neckline.  The next two don't have the plunging necklines. They are great if your not interested in showing off cleavage, but still want something that is sexy. The last one has another deep plunge neckline.

Bikini Bottoms That Show Off Some Cheek

Some people call them cheeky, other people call them skimpy coverage. The bottom line is that they don't bag up aroudn your but and make you look fat. If you have watched what you eat all year, dieted like a madwoman, excercised like a athleate, and done the swuats...then why wear a baggy swimsuit? Do you want you butt to look saggy and flat?

No, of course not.

 These bikini bottoms are designed to flatter your derriere. They are cut with a bit more coverate than a brazilian or a thong, but are still flattering and don't sag like regular bikini bottoms

Take a look at the bikni bottoms below and see which one looks like it would work best.

 

Sexy Gothic Corsets: Everything You Want To Know

History, Design, How to Wear One, Where to Buy One:

 

 Gothic Corsets are those that are designed to mimic the look of 19th century styles. They come in a wide range of looks. You can get them in dark purples, blacks, blood reds, and other colors.

 

 

Corsets were used to shape a woman's wait into a particular hourglass look. These pieces of clothing were particularly popular during the 1800s. Women wore these accessories to reduce their waist and exaggerate the hip and bust.

While these accessories were most often worn for fashion purposes, there were reasons for people to wear them that were strictly medical. Certain disorders such as abnormal curvatures of the spine (scoliosis) were treated with special medically designed versions.

Corsets :The Basic Design

Material

Traditional corsets were made of a material that had give. Something such as leather or a fabric like cloth would be used as the base material. Then strong support elements called "boning" would be inserted into the outfit and give it structure. Originally bone was just that- bone. Sometimes it would be elephant tusks, other time it would be whalebone.
In modern versions plastic and steel are the choices. They are both more ethical as well as more durable.


Corsets are tightened by lacing on the back. It was customary for women to have assistance in tightening their corsets.

If you have ever seen the movie Gone With the Wind, Scarlet O'Hara has her corset tightened in a very famous scene.

The Busk is the front of the corset. It allows for the woman to open the corset from the front.
Tightening one by yourself can be extremely difficult. There are a few videos below that shows you how to self lace a corset. If you are going to put on a corset yourself then these videos will help you.
Difference between a corset and a girdle: A corset has "boning" that holds its shape. It therefore is a "form creating" rather than a form-fitting piece of clothing.

Victorian Inspired SteamPunk Designs

Gothic styles are designed to look like those worn during the Victorian era. They are modern versions and are often time made with steel or rigid plastic as boning. They come in many wonderful colors. There are steampunk versions as well as traditional looks. Up first are the classic Gothic looks.

Popular Black and Purple Design

These Gothic Corsets come in many sizes. If you are looking for a petite or a plus size, then make sure to check out the choices listed here. These are the highest rated choices on Amazon. They are well made and designed for women who want a authentic style that is strong and also one that sexy.

Underbust Corsets:

Fetish Wear or Club Cloths

 

These underbust designs are all very well made and receive really great reviews from women who have purchased them. The photos show these underbust looks as both fetish wear and club wear. No matter what your preference these are all exceptionally made. You can wear them against bare skin or wear a shirt underneath.

Steampunk Inspired

 

 

These Steampunk looks are a very popular. The difference between a regular style and a steampunk look is normally seen in the design and materials. Steampunk is a bit more textured and will have an industrial vibe to it. The whole idea behind the steampunk movement is that it exists in a time where people used more hardware, pipes, steam, etc....Therefore this sort of outfit will have more elobrate designs, grommets, buckles and latches.
The choices below are all very good. When ordering online make sure to read the reviews and the instructions carefully so that you get the right fit.

History, Design, How to Wear One, Where to Buy One:

Gothic Corsets are those that are designed to mimic the look of 19th century styles. They come in a wide range of looks. You can get them in dark purples, blacks, blood reds, and other colors.
Corsets were used to shape a woman's wait into a particular hourglass look. These pieces of clothing were particularly popular during the 1800s. Women wore these accessories to reduce their waist and exaggerate the hip and bust.
While these accessories were most often worn for fashion purposes, there were reasons for people to wear them that were strictly medical. Certain disorders such as abnormal curvatures of the spine (scoliosis) were treated with special medically designed versions.

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The Basic Design

Material
Traditional corsets were made of a material that had give. Something such as leather or a fabric like cloth would be used as the base material. Then strong support elements called "boning" would be inserted into the outfit and give it structure.

Originally bone was just that- bone. Sometimes it would be elephant tusks, other time it would be whalebone.

In modern versions plastic and steel are the choices. They are both more ethical as well as more durable.


Corsets are tightened by lacing on the back. It was customary for women to have assistance in tightening their corsets.

If you have ever seen the movie Gone With the Wind, Scarlet O'Hara has her corset tightened in a very famous scene.

The Busk is the front of the corset. It allows for the woman to open the corset from the front.


Tightening one by yourself can be extremely difficult. There are a few videos below that shows you how to self lace a corset. If you are going to put on a corset yourself then these videos will help you.
Difference between a corset and a girdle: A corset has "boning" that holds its shape. It therefore is a "form creating" rather than a form-fitting piece of clothing.

Victorian Inspired SteamPunk Designs

Gothic styles are designed to look like those worn during the Victorian era. They are modern versions and are often time made with steel or rigid plastic as boning. They come in many wonderful colors. There are steampunk versions as well as traditional looks. Up first are the classic Gothic looks.

Popular Black and Purple Design

These Gothic Corsets come in many sizes. If you are looking for a petite or a plus size, then make sure to check out the choices listed here. These are the highest rated choices on Amazon. They are well made and designed for women who want a authentic style that is strong and also one that sexy.

Underbust Corsets:

Fetish Wear or Club Cloths

 This corset can do double work: in and out of the bedroom. If you wear a blouse underneath, then it is perfect for a nightclub.

 

These underbust designs are all very well made and receive really great reviews from women who have purchased them. The photos show these underbust looks as both fetish wear and club wear. No matter what your preference these are all exceptionally made. You can wear them against bare skin or wear a shirt underneath.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Steampunk Inspired

These Steampunk looks are a very popular. The difference between a regular style and a steampunk look is normally seen in the design and materials. Steampunk is a bit more textured and will have an industrial vibe to it. The whole idea behind the steampunk movement is that it exists in a time where people used more hardware, pipes, steam, etc....Therefore this sort of outfit will have more elaborate designs, grommets, buckles and latches.
The choices below are all very good. When ordering online make sure to read the reviews and the instructions carefully so that you get the right fit.

Overbust and Underbust

There are two popular looks: Overbust and Underbust. The first is the more common.
If you like the look of an underbust design, but want to wear it out, and not just in private, then you can wear a dress shirt underneath. There are few photos on the bottom of the page where you can see ladies who are modeling the look of the underbust with a white dress shirt. They are really figure flattering and can be incredibly sexy without being too much. They are perfect for nightclubs, and all sorts of parties, Cosplay, and other events.


Here's a cool faux leather overbust corset.