Burlesque Has Sent Stockings Sales Through The Roof!

The extraordinary rise in the popularity of burlesque has reputedly sky-rocketed the sales of stockings throughout Europe and the US.

Dubbed “the Queen of Burlesque” by the press, Dita Von Teese is famous the world over for her innovative and stylish burlesque performances and is consistently imitated by many newcomers to the risqué art form. And whether on stage or off, Dita is never seen without her trademark silk stockings!

The “Dita effect”, coupled with the launch of the movie ‘Burlesque’, starring Cher and Christina Aguilera, has been responsible for this latest trend, which has seen some lingerie manufacturers report a rise of 65 per cent in sales of stockings alone. A pretty phenomenal achievement wouldn’t you agree, considering that in recent years stockings sales have been somewhat in the doldrums.

Of course, men have always appreciated the suggestion of women in silk stockings. Stockings have always one of the top choice gifts for Valentine’s, Christmas, birthdays and anniversaries, and now it seems women are catching on to the idea too.

What with the increase in demand, the vintage corset and stockings look is everywhere at the moment. So what are the advantages of buying “vintage” lingerie?

For one thing, vintage garter belts are designed to be worn around the waist, which is a far more comfortable option than modern garter belts, which tend to sit on the hip and move about when you do. They can also twist and pinch, so do not make the ideal companions for extended periods of wear.

Also, vintage has a timeless quality about it – it is something that you will not tire of and will always be in fashion. That makes it a great investment for your wardrobe.

A vintage garter belt teamed with seamed stockings is something of an irresistible combination – so much so that if you drop the odd hint, there’s every likelihood you won’t have to buy it for yourself!

Dita Von Teese, the trained ballerina who went from shop assistant, to fashion buyer, to worldwide burlesque icon, says: “Lingerie is not about seducing men; it’s about embracing womanhood.” She also says: “I love it when you can go about your daily business with the knowledge that you have a little secret of your own underneath."

No arguments there.

It seems that wearing the right lingerie can make any woman feel a million dollars, so why not put some of Dita’s glamorous secrets of success to work for you?