While many love the idea of wearing special underthings, lingerie can be intimidating. How is it supposed to fit? How do you take care of it all? Is lingerie really for me? In this beautiful and empowering guide, lingerie expert Cora Harrington demystifies intimate apparel, making it accessible to all sizes, ages, and budgets. Covering everything from basic bras and panties to special occasion wear, shapewear, hosiery, corsets, and more, this no-nonsense handbook empowers you to confidently buy, wear, and care for the underpinnings of your dreams.

Very informative with a beautiful illustrations.

I find this being quite informative material about (almost) all the things lingerie, especially if you do not feel expert (or feel a "newcomer") in this area. Ms Harrington´s aim is to educate, her approach is nice and she offers many of the basics information with a bit of history, facts and usage info. Nothing scandalous here, even a foreword by Dita von Teese is very pleasant to read (look at the content here, please!).
On the other hand, this is beginner (and semi-advanced, too) level, not expert level, so do not expect to become a lingerie guru! But if you care to educate yourself about these pieces of clothing we wear daily, Ms Harrington is a nice lecturer to do so.
For more information I highly recommend "How to Get Dressed" by Alison Freer (especially in the fitting area, and also in the care area!).

A concise and accessible guide to the world of lingerie for those who are left drowning under the mountains of options available to them. In Intimate Detail is a perfect book for people who know absolutely nothing about the subject but even I, as a self-confessed lingerie hobbyist, found plenty of fascinating information that I wasn’t aware of. But, most importantly (and the reason why this book gets such a high rating from me), the body-positive and inclusive tone of the book was a delightful breath of fresh air and is what sets it apart from other narrower books that focus on similar subjects.

I found this to be a wonderful book about all things lingerie. If you have an interest in the subject, this is a great guide. You will learn all about everything you will need to know to measure first, then buy what you need and then maintain it. You'll even understand all about the different kinds of lingerie out there, everything from stockings to bras, robes to shapewear. I never knew there was so much to know about just bras for example, and this is a great guide for them.

The purpose and history of lingerie are covered, along with so much practical information you can use in selecting it, either for yourself or as a gift based on body types and ruling out what does and doesn’t work for each. This book is just filled with great advice whether you are trying to tell the difference between a thong and a g-string or boy shorts and hipsters, or a waist cincher, a corset and a corselette. An advance electronic copy was provided by #Netgalley and author Cora Harrington, and the publisher for my fair review.

Ten Speed Press
Pub: August 28, 2018

This was a very informational and definitely, will applying tips and tricks. Lingerie is something that is intimidating, but Cara created a simple breakdown of choosing lingerie, wearing it, what type for what bust size. I think this book is timeless and every girl should read it in their lifetime.

What a fun and unique read. I never imagined that lingerie could be so interesting or beautiful. This would make a great present for a bachelorette or as a coffee table book.

The guide to getting your underwear right, lots of tips on the proper way to fit and fashion the little things that should be the ultimate essential of everyday life.

Such a fun and interesting read! With beautiful illustrations (I had no idea there were 7 pieces to a bra, or so many types!), tips & tricks, and history this book makes lingerie shopping way more fun and flattering. I know quite a few folks that would love this book as a gift!