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March 8, 2009 2:18 PM

Philadelphia or PA 'Burbs - Lingerie or costume shops or anywhere that I can get a plain red corset or bustier. (answers might get NSFW)

I'm looking for other costuming of the adult variety as well, so related shops would be appreciated as well, but my primary focus this week will be for the corset/bustier.

I'm looking for something very plain, minimal lace or designs. Can be any material (satin, vinyl, leather...) Lace or zipper in the back.

Of course I could find one online, but I'd like to try it on and purchase it.

Thanks in advance!

posted by sandra_s to clothing, beauty, & fashion (8 comments total)

Google for a Frederick's of Hollywood; I think there might be one at the King of Prussia mall.

Also, there's a 'fetish' shop in Center City... Passional.
posted by LOLAttorney2009 at 3:10 PM on March 8

The Pleasure Chest?
posted by NoraCharles at 3:22 PM on March 8

seriously there are lots of them all over philly, the above mentioned , plus 4 or 5 on south street, etc, did you try google?
posted by swbarrett at 3:25 PM on March 8

Thanks for all the help so far.

I did indeed try google, however, I am looking for personal recommendations of places that would most likely have what I am looking for.

Thanks!
posted by sandra_s at 3:37 PM on March 8

Seriously? Nobody suggested Passional. When I lived in Philly, they were my go-to location for everything sexual or fetishized.

Their entire front room is corsets and latex dresses. I've definitely seen some minimalistic one. Most of them lace up at the back.
posted by Netzapper at 4:20 PM on March 8

Delicious Boutique in Northern Liberties makes corsets. It's pretty much all they do, so if they do not have what you need you can bet that they will make it for you.
posted by 8dot3 at 5:04 PM on March 8

I can't speak to the Philly area, but if you have the option of following 8dot3's advice, I would go with having one custom made/fit for you. There's a world of difference if it's something you're going to wear more than once.
posted by dejah420 at 5:55 PM on March 8

Oh, and 9dot3 is totally right. Delicious will hook you up. In fact, I think Passional sells Delicious stuff, IIRC.
posted by Netzapper at 7:14 PM on March 8