Category Lingerie History

The History (and Future!) of Dixie Belle® Lingerie

Dixie Belle® may be the newest addition to the Shadowline Lingerie family, but there’s a long and fascinating history behind it. Originally called Dixie Belle Textiles, the company first launched…

The Fascinating History of Pajamas

Image: © Everett Collection Inc. Wearing pajamas to bed is something that unites us almost globally. But have you ever wondered when they were first invented, or where? Today, we’re…

Exploring the Vintage Velrose® Lingerie Archives

This Thanksgiving month, we’re feeling thankful for all of the many customers, old and new, who’ve kept us in business for a whopping 108 years – and counting! But how…

Get the Vintage Lingerie Look: 1920s Style

Image: © Everett Collection Inc. With a company history dating back to 1914, and plenty of decades-long loyal customers, we know that lots of our fans take an interest in…

Iconic Nylon Nightwear: The Shadowline Petals Collection

The Petals collection is a Shadowline® classic. Often imitated but never truly duplicated, it has been our top-selling sleepwear collection for decades – right since it was first released in…

Exploring the Vintage Shadowline® Lingerie Archives

Running a lingerie business is hard (but rewarding) work. From designing new garments to attending trade shows, to keeping up with all of your orders, our days are always busy…

A 100-Year History of Women’s Panty Styles

Just like more visible fashions, women’s panties have changed a lot over the years. Shape trends have come and gone (and in some cases, come back again), while innovations in…