Showing posts with label corset. Show all posts
Showing posts with label corset. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 28, 2014


Pink polka dot corset:  $5.06 (BIN:  $13.99+)
Mesh snake belt:  $1.25 (BIN:  $4.08+)
Multicolour gem necklace:  $1.66 (BIN:  $4.99+)

Gold rabbit wrap around ring:  $.99 (BIN:  $1.99)
14K gold filled wolf ring:  $1.12 (Highest:  $4.02)

All off eBay.

I already have a gold mesh snake belt, but this one looked a bit different so I wanted to get it too.  To my surprise...it's so much lighter than my vintage one!  Probably about 1/4 the weight.

For the price, I'm not surprised.  A lot of the vintage ones go for $20+!  I had seen some costume ones that looked the same for around $10 new, but I think they're probably lighter like these ones.

I just found out that the gem necklace is a dupe of J. Crew's jewel encrusted necklace, except in different colours:


I don't think J.Crew has anything made in China, but this looks exactly the same to me!  I've read that some people say that these ones are the same quality as the real thing...so I really don't see why there's such a huge markup for costume jewelry.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014


Floral corset:  $5.50 (BIN:  $14.29+)
Plaid underbust corset:  $3.75 (BIN:  $11.49+)

"J.Crew" faux pearl bubble bib necklace:  $3.26 (Highest:  $10.50)
Green gem necklace:  $1.95 (Highest:  $3.30)
Green gem snake necklace:  $2.25 (Highest:  $8.09)
Three finger snake ring: $1.06 (Highest:  $3.61)
Horse and pumpkin carriage ring:  $1.06 (BIN:  $2.45)

All off eBay.

I probably shouldn't buy any more corsets, but I really didn't think they'd go that cheap.  I don't have any like these ones anyway!

I'm really happy about that bubble bib necklace.  I've been trying to win it for about a year! 

Monday, January 13, 2014


Emporio Armani - Cropped blue blazer:  $4 (RSP:  $1000+)
Garcon by Garconne - Lace up blazer:  $6.50 

Both @ Value Village

It was half off day...I almost didn't come, but I'm glad I did!  I did ok on the clothing front, but I did really well on the toy front!

The Armani is currently too small for me, but I just couldn't leave it behind!  At the very least, I have a friend who could definitely wear it if I can't.

I was really excited about the other blazer.  The design is gorgeous!  It's even vented at the front, but you can't tell from the pictures.  The back is laced up too:


I was hoping it was related to Comme des Garcons, but that doesn't seem to be the case.  Oh well, it was still worth it!  Made in Paris, but I'm not sure how old it is.

Tuesday, December 24, 2013


White rosette corset:  $4.85 (BIN:  $15.99)
Black lace corset:  $4.58 (BIN:  $14.55)
Black faux snakeskin skull clutch:  $5.81 (BIN:  $14.50)
Cream faux snakeskin skull clutch:  $5.81 (BIN:  $14.50)

All off eBay.
I already have too many corsets, but these were too cheap to resist.  

Same with the clutches...I prefer the knuckle style ones, but thought these were worth checking out at this price.

I really wish I hadn't, because I ended up winning a bunch for half the price!  Still, $6 including shipping is a decent price for them.

Friday, August 30, 2013


Green satin bow corset:  $5.50 off eBay (RSP:  $14 - $20+)

I got this a while ago, but forgot to post about it.  I haven't been buying corsets since I have so many...but I happened upon this auction and decided to bid on it.  I don't have any like this, I like the cute peplum style at the bottom.

Saturday, April 20, 2013


Faux leather buckle corset:  $9.99 off eBay (RSP:  $20 - $50+)

I love this thing!  At first it didn't come....I was really disappointed.  They said they would resend, but tons of sellers say that, and nothing ever comes.

To my surprise, this one actually did!  I'm so happy.  I've wanted something like this for a long time, and I paid half price for it!

It was a long wait though.  I won this in January! 

Here it is actually worn on someone:


I think it works.  Now I want one in red!

Friday, February 1, 2013


Gold spike bra:  $8.82 $2.82 (Highest:  $26)
White leopard collar necklace:  $2.26 (Highest:  $9.50)
Champagne crystal necklace:  $2.25 (Highest:  $7.55)
Black rosette padded corset:  $8.50 (Highest:  $20.76)

All off eBay.

I was really excited about that bra, but stupidly, it's too small for me.  I was actually worried about it being too big!  I even sized up just in case!

They had a chart and I followed it, so I don't see why the bra doesn't fit...unless they sent me the wrong one, or the chart was off.  I mean, come on!  Just look at how it compares to bras that actually fit me:


I'm pretty unhappy about it.  There's no way it's the size that's listed!  Does that look like a 38C to you?  I really hope they'll give me a full refund, there's no way to make it work.  

The corset on the other hand, is gorgeous!  That was worth the eight bucks, unlike the bra.

The bra was a BIN...I really wanted it so I decided to buy it once it went on sale.  I'm still looking for some that fit me, I guess I better stick to looking locally!

*edit*

The seller gave me $6 back...well, that's better than nothing.  

Monday, November 12, 2012



UXL - Red military blazer:  $6.50
Blush - Pink stripe bustier w/boning:  $2.50

All @ Talize.

That blazer took my breath away!  It's just perfect...the fit, the style, everything!  I'm so in love with the cuffs and collar.  I didn't even hesitate when I saw the price.

I'm not sure how old it is, probably circa the 90's since the tags are vintage and it was made in Canada.

I was a bit unsure on the corset, but since I really liked the design, it was like new, and super cheap, I bought it.

The line up was sooo long this time!  The longest I've ever seen, anywhere....it was all the way back to the toy section.  At first I thought that was the line up for the CHANGE room, it was THAT bad!

I think I was in line for half an hour....there's a half of sale next week but I don't think I'll come.  It's only on two tags, and I'd rather to go Value Village's sale!

Tuesday, June 26, 2012


Striped corset/skirt set:  $15.01 off eBay

I didn't want to pay this much, but I wasn't sure how long the seller would be listing.  They're normally $20+ so I took a chance on it.  

Annoyingly, most of them were bought by this one jerk.  I knew their max was fifteen bucks so I finally decided to play their game after losing so many times.

Thursday, June 7, 2012


Blue denim corset vest:  $9.50 (RSP:  $20+)
White brocade underbust corset:  $2.80

Both off eBay.

Pretty happy with both of these!  The first one looks great as outerwear and the second one was a great price.

Monday, March 19, 2012


Corset dress:  $5 @ Urban Behavior (RSP:  $24)

It was marked higher than that, but it was on a lower priced rack with similarly patterned clothing.  I checked around to see if there were more of it on another rack but couldn't find anything.

I decided to check the price and the cashier gave it to me for the price I thought it was.

I'm not that crazy about the skirt, but I just loved the top half of it!  It's laced up in a really interesting way, front and back.

I don't even know what to call that print.  They look like feathers.

I should probably check back more often, things seem to fly off the shelves pretty fast. 

 The bustiers from this post are already gone, and it's only been 5 days!  They had quite a few the last time I was there.

Thursday, January 19, 2012


White lace corset w/tutu:  $10.43
White lace shirt:  $4.22
Salmon pink ruffled tank:  $1.40
Blue lingerie set:  $.55
Pink/black lingerie set:  $1.16
Fuchsia lingerie set:  $.56
Orange lingerie set:  $1.16

All off eBay.

Thursday, December 22, 2011


Padded corset:  $10.43
Metal bow pearl bracelet:  $1.49
Black lingerie set:  $3.25
Butterfly knee high stockings:  $1.63

All off eBay.

I've been trying to win that black lingerie set for the better part of a year!  I'm glad I finally managed to snag a set in my price range.

I've wanted the padded corset for a while, so I decided to pay a bit more than I normally do for them.   It's still cheaper than they normally go for, so I'm happy enough.

I'm trying to win a red one with black trim.  This style comes in a myriad of colour combinations but that was always my favourite one.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011


Grey chiffon rosette top:  $3.32
Blue brocade corset:  $5.50

Both off Ebay.

That corset is gorgeous!  I'm happy with the deal I got on it.  The rosette top ended up being pretty awesome too.

Saturday, November 5, 2011


Beige corset: $6.76 (RSP:  $34.73)
2 x Striped chiffon dress:  $.69 each (RSP:  $22.18)

Both from Dinodirect.

I actually received this in the summer, but was waiting until I received my full order before posting.  I was missing a dress from this package, but it was supposed to be sent in a second shipment.

Well, three months later and it still isn't here.  I just contacted the company today-really hope they'll do something about it.

Monday, October 10, 2011


Leopard costume set:  $14.50 @ Dinodirect (RSP:  $46.53)

I got this a while ago but forgot to post it.  It's actually just as nice as the picture, I was worried about the quality.

The problem-the corset's too small!  Due to the style, you really can't undo any of the laces, and I was already sizing up just in case!

It's disappointing, but I really don't feel like buying another set just for that.  I'll probably just alter it to fit the next time I feel crafty.

Friday, October 7, 2011


Blue corset:  $5.06
Cropped jeggings:  $2.05

Both off Ebay.  I think I'll de-rhinestone those jeggings.

Friday, September 16, 2011


Red brocade corset:  $5.50
Black rosette jacket:  $3.06
Padded bandeau bra:  $2.50
Long white gauze skirt:  $2.86
Black lingerie set:  $3.17
Black top:  $2.25

All off Ebay.

I'm so in love with that rosette jacket-I just need one in white and I'll be set!

Wednesday, August 31, 2011


Black tulle skirt:  $2.20
Winged heart necklace:  $1.06
Black lingerie set:  $1.61
Pink cropped jacket:  $1.25/$2.25
Beige cropped jacket:  $1.81
White corset:  $5.06
Lace shorts:  $1.04
School girl costume:  $3.66
Padded bandeau bra:  $2.80

All off Ebay.

The jackets were an amazing deal-they're gorgeous and pretty high quality.  I ended up winning extras so I'll just pass them on to friends.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011


Red bustier top:  $3.44 @ Ebay
Sheer button up top:  $1.56 @ Ebay
Corset:  $7.35 @ DinoDirect (RSP:  $51.73)
Black corset dress:  $9.65 @ TomTop
White corset dress:  $9.64 @ TomTop

I'm really disappointed with the corset.  I thought it would be a costume as pictured above, I was pretty annoyed it was misrepresented so much-the material and colour don't match up either!  It was listed as silk, but it feels like jacquard.  The colour on all of my screens was a yellowish hue, but it ended up being a surprisingly champagne rose in person.  I'm going to complain, but I really doubt they'll do anything.  The quality is better than expected, but it's more than I wanted to pay for a single piece like that.

The corset dresses are gorgeous, just like the other one.  There are two more colours I'll probably get if they ever go on sale.

The sheer top was an impulse buy-I didn't think it was very nice, but I thought that I might be able to make it work.

I've been lusting over the first top for over a year, but the quality wasn't as good as expected.  The cups are huge and flat for some reason, and the material is way cheaper than shown..it looks like a shiny satin in the picture, but it ended up looking like a cheap polyester in person.