Once you see it in context, the logic becomes clear — it’s not about creating drama, it’s about creating proportion within the outfit.
https://www.whatkatiedid.com/products/1950s-peach-satin-bullet-braMost people misunderstand bullet bras the first time they try one on, because they judge it in isolation. On its own, the shape can look more structured than expected, which leads people to assume something is wrong.
Most people misunderstand bullet bras the first time they try one on, because they judge it in isolation. On its own, the shape can look more structured than expected, which leads people to assume something is wrong.
It still pops up on resale sites today, but alas I've looked today and can't find a link for this thread!
And if they hadn’t got there first… ours might have arrived a little sooner.
Designer brands often look to vintage lingerie for inspiration — even the rarest pieces.
In 2018, Marni released their own take on a boned cup bra.
No catalogues. No adverts. Just one beautifully made bra with vertical boning through the cups.
As far as we can tell, this design was unique to Maryse — which made recreating it even more irresistible.
Some of the most interesting vintage lingerie comes with no history attached.
Our boned bra began with a 1950s French piece by the elusive Maryse: likely Marseille-based, but almost completely undocumented.
We’ve reworked it using our Celia pattern to create a softer, wearable silhouette in black satin with cotton lining.
A true 1950s-inspired bra: just engineered to fit today.
https://www.whatkatiedid.com/collections/vintage-bras
Most “modern” lingerie ideas aren’t modern at all.
Our new boned cup bra is inspired by a rare 1950s design — featuring vertical boning inside the cups for support without underwires. A detail almost lost to time.
If you’re new to stockings, modern seamed are usually the better place to start. Fully fashioned are worth it — but they need more care and experience.
https://www.whatkatiedid.com/collections/fully-fashioned-stockings
Fully Fashioned Stockings
