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A comprehensive and accessible illustrated guide to lingerie from intimates expert Cora Harrington, founder of The Lingerie Addict, the internet's top intimate apparel blog. While many love the idea of wearing special underthings, lingerie can be intimidating. How is it supposed to fit? How do you take care of it all? Is lingerie really for me? In this beautiful and empowering guide, lingerie expert Cora Harrington demystifies intimate apparel, making it accessible to all sizes, ages, and budgets. Covering everything from basic bras and panties to special occasion wear, shapewear, hosiery, corsets, and more, this no-nonsense handbook empowers you to confidently buy, wear, and care for the underpinnings of your dreams.
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- ISBN-13: 9780399580635
- ISBN-10: 0399580638
- Publisher: Ten Speed Press
- Publish Date: August 2018
- Dimensions: 8.6 x 7 x 0.7 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.15 pounds
- Page Count: 152
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