So I hit up the Playful Promises sale....

 Okay so this is something I'm going to have to come right out and say before I continue this post any further; I broke the bra. That's right, I bloody BROKE IT. So you know I just went on holiday to Turkey right? well, as we're getting ready to get head out for the evening, Georgie is in the bathroom and whilst I'm in the bedroom dressing, I must have pulled the strap too tight (somehow, I've not even figured that out at this point) because it came snap away from the fabric. To say I'm devasted is an understatement but I really need to learn how to chill, as it's easily fixable. We will be together again. 

Playful Promises is a brand I've been looking at from afar and admiring for a while; they're a London born and bred brand which I love as a fellow Londoner. I hadn't had much money spare to spend on a full set in the regular range, so when they held a sale a few weeks ago I jumped at the chance and bought a few bits. I was delighted because I got to snap up three, yes THREE matching bra and knickers sets and a basic black multiway bra for £51. Needless to say, it was a good day when I put through that order. 

This is the 'Ghost' retro set in which both the bra and high waisted knickers are a size 14. I have to say, I think they both come up a bit small for a 14 but I found they were a really nice, snug fit. As a smaller breasted woman, I adore a good soft cup bra and I rejoice in it when I can find one which is not lace (I have too many of those).  What drew me to this set was not only the price, £5 for each piece, but the gorgeous silky, grey and floral pattern. However when it arrived, I had no idea it would feel so great to wear on the skin. Ideally, I should have sized up if could have but I think this will have to do, I don't really have any other choice do I? 

This set manages to make me feel both sexy and cute, so it's perfect for wearing on days you might not feel so good bout yourself. I know I felt so good when I put this on. All I have left to do now is work on fixing the strap again so I can go back to lounging around in it...

I have a couple of more sets to show you which will be up on here over the next few weeks. 

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House of Satin retro lingerie.

House of Satin are a brand I've discovered through Instagram. Oozing with pin up and retro vibes, they create handmade pieces right here in Britain. The thing that surprised me the most though, is the prices; I've yet to find a retro lingerie company that creates underwear at affordable prices, which I've never really disputed as I know it takes a lot of time and money to go into lingerie that is both beautiful and well made. 

I've mostly had to adore lingerie companies like What Katie Did from afar as I've never been able to justify spending over £100 on a lingerie set, I totally understand why others do though. 

So upon discovering House of Satin, I thought surely something must be up! From looking at their pieces on their website, everything seemed so beautiful and the prices were so affordable! 

I opted for the Powder Blue satin set; the bra, knickers and the suspender belt set me back just £29. Incredible value.

Here's a quick snap from the bathroom at work. The stockings are seamed down the back from Ann Summers. I love their stockings personally, they always last a while for me and hold up better than some other brands I've tried.

So I eagerly awaited the arrival of my set and I could not wait to try it all on. The quality is AMMMMMMAZINGGGG and I do not say that lightly. I absolutely cannot believe how much they cost! The thick bra straps (although I do not need much support as I am smaller chested) make you feel more comfortable and supported, whilst the satin feels so lovely against your skin. Although it is a soft cup bra, for me personally it still has the support there and I don't get the annoying 'bounce' when walking that I get with other soft cup underwear sets, I tend to fall out of them as well, so you're very well protected. I couldn't possibly comment on a bigger bust as I don't know what it's like. 

I feel I should have ordered a size down in the suspender belt, but sometimes I worry too much about being too "big" for things so I always size up. It's not too much of a worry here, but if I was to be a perfectionist, I'd size down. The suspender belt is perfect for me, I love having six straps on because you do feel more supported. The clips go on and hold the stockings with so much ease, it's a relief. I mean, I cannot STAND suspender belts with just 4 straps as I always find myself coming undone half way into my day and moreover, I cannot stand suspender belts with clips so difficult that you stand around fiddling for half a bloody hour before they eventually clip on to your stockings!

I realise you cannot really see the knickers so I'll show you the picture from their website. 

They are really cute, comfortable and have such a luxurious feel to them. You would never believe that they cost only £5.50.

I really believe House of Satin are my new favourite lingerie brand. I've already put in a new order for their longline bra in black and the powder blue satin high waisted knickers just to mix up this set again. I've also ordered a girdle. So I'm sure to make another blog post on House of Satin again soon!

Bra - £9.50

Suspender Belt - £14.00

Briefs - £5.50