Lingerie Addict Exclusive: Sparklewren by Jenni Hampshire

Whenever a designer asks if they can send me an exclusive, the answer is almost always yes. And when that designer is Jenni Hampshire, of Sparklewren fame, the answer is most definitely yes. Many of you know that we really enjoy supporting independent designers here on TLA; I personally see it as part of our mission to feature talent that’s apart from the mainstream. But I won’t deny that mission is made roughly a thousand times easier when a small, indie brand is doing work that quite literally takes your breath away.

This new mini-collection from Sparklewren (made with the assistance of intern, Emiah Couture), makes use of the finest corsetry coutil in “mink” and assorted French laces. Inspired by both antique and couture corsetry, these dreamlike corsets are scattered with freshwater pearls, crystals, beads, and quartz. As always, Sparklewren accepts unique, custom commisions. However, Jenni Hampshire did reveal that the underbust patterns shown here may be soon developed into standard-sized (yet still made-to-order) options. Modelled by Tingyn and shot by InaGlo Photography, Sparklewren’s new collection was photographed at the brand’s own premises in Birmingham UK.

Amanda Seyfried Wears Lingerie in W, Talks Kissing Megan Fox and Falling in Love With Co-Stars

The A Million Ways to Die in the West actress poses in various states of undress for the magazine, rocking floral lingerie and red leather cowboy boots. Seyfried, of course, is no stranger to showing off her sultry side—remember when played adult film star Linda Lovelace in 2013's star-studded indie Lovelace? Or when she kissed Megan Fox in 2009's heavily publicized but little seen Jennifer's Body?

"We kissed really well together," Seyfried says of Fox. "We have similar kissing styles! If I watch the scene, it's actually really sexy lingerie. We got it done for the masses, and, sadly, the masses didn't show up."

While the actresses' steamy lip lock was scripted, Seyfried admits she's fallen for her colleagues in the past. "I met my first boyfriend on a soap opera," she says of All My Children's Micah Alberti. "We kissed for the first time on the show. It was like a fairy tale. When you're young, it's hard not to get together with your co-star. It's not always the greatest idea, but the experience of making a television show or a movie is so intimate and romantic."

Alberti isn't the only person Seyfried's fallen for on set: she also dated Dominic Cooper, her love interest in 2008's Mamma Mia! movie. "I love acting like I'm in love! Sex scenes are great," says the star, whose other exes include Ryan Phillippe and Josh Hartnett. "A lot of my co-stars have been sexy guys my age who are really respectful and cool. So, why not? I'm not going to pretend it's not fun."

Meet Naja, the Do-Good Lingerie Line

But I realized that the industry was a huge space that was just open for discussion." Prior to launching her latest venture, Naja, a lingerie line that aims to change a woman's life with each purchase, Girald spent eighteen months traveling around the globe to remote countries, during which she lived with nomads in Mongolia for two months and learned Ikat with women in Indonesia. Throughout her journey, which was triggered in part by her own soul-searching after selling her first entrepreneurial venture to Fab.com, Girald returned to her native Colombia impacted and rejuvenated by the strength of the women she had encountered in each country that she visited — which she then funneled into Naja.

Each set of Naja sexy lingerie, which range from $12 to $22, has an inspirational quote printed on it (some as simple as smile, to brighten the owner's mood during a bathroom break). The memory-foam bras, which range from $35 to $65, have inner bra cups that feature bold, original prints designed by artists, and every lingerie purchase gives back to women in need. Currently, Naja has partnered with the Golondrinas Foundation in Colombia for a venture called Underwear for Hope that teaches marketable skills, such as sewing, and provides job opportunities for single mothers living in the slums of Colombia. Every purchase from Naja comes with a handmade wash bag, created by the women in the program, who then receive a percentage from each sale. Girald anticipates for the program to have more reach in the coming years. Click through the slideshow to browse through Naja's first lookbook.

Elila Behind the Seams Video

Elila lingerie recently launched this behind the scenes video from their latest 2014 photo shoot in New York City. The video follow’s the brand’s model, Jessica Lavoie, as she’s prepped and fitted for the shoot with the Elila team working in the background.


Several styles are showcased throughout the video and captions highlight the brand’s benefits and offers glimpses of the Elila’s new offerings. For over 10 years, Elila has been manufacturing foundation pieces for fuller figure women. They are based here in NY and were recently at CurveNY.

Candace Cameron-Bure Plans to Wear Only Modest Costumes on DWTS

Candace Cameron-Bure has always been forthright about her conservative values, so we were a little surprised when the Full House alum joined the cast for Season 18 of Dancing With the Stars. As a competitor of the reality dance competition, the former child star would be tasked with busting out some pretty sultry moves, and in skimpy and sexy outfits, no less. But Candace now reveals that she’ll be making some modifications to the dress code this season.

The mother of three says she is opting out of the plunging necklines and skintight leotards, preferring some costumes that are a little more covered-up. As a devout Christian, she wants to remain true to her faith, while still enjoying the fun of the dancing.However, don’t expect DJ Tanner, ahem, Candace, 37, to be sporting all turtlenecks and maxi skirts. She’s shooting for a “happy medium between sexy costumes,” though she admits that she will be far from “the sexiest one out there.”

“I am a mom and I want to be a good role model for my children and my husband. But I think for each dance we’ll wear what reflects the dance but in the most classy way possible,” Candace explained.

Good for Candace for sticking to her guns! Though we do love a good sheer and sequins ensemble, we’re sure the actress will look gorgeous in whatever she wears.

Jennifer Lawrence 'Forgets' to Wear Underwear in Sexy Sheer Dress

Let's talk about going commando, ladies. Are you into it? Think it's trashy? Jennifer Lawrence is into it. In fact, the actress is so into it that she wore a gorgeous sheer dress sans sexy lingerie at an Oscars after-party. And it looked stunning.

As you can see below, the dress wasn't completely sheer -- that'd be lingerie. Instead, the sparkly Tom Ford mini dress had two sheer panels going down the sides. And how could JLaw wear underwear with that? Underwear strings showing through the black mesh? Pass.

The thing is, occasionally when we see the sheer/underwearless look, it does look kind of trashy. But, like I said, on Lawrence, it looks anything but. Perhaps it's because we all know and love Jennifer's personality, but also, I think her hair, makeup, and the fact that she's not duck facing give the look a fresh and edgy feel as opposed to a risque one.

Also, it's worth noting, if you are going to go commando in a dress, there are a few rules that ought to be followed.