In Intimate Detail: An Expert Illustrated Guide to Lingerie, Style, and Body Positivity

From the touch of the hardback and understated illustration everything about this work showed hours had been poured into the design and content. Beautiful lingerie, sensually displayed by the models never feels crude or sexual unless this is the type of lingerie being shown. I’ve learnt a lot from this book and would highly recommend it as a gift- a Gift Card on top would be lovely for a group gift for someone who loves fashion or to mark a special occasion.

This is a very handy reference guide for people with any level of prior knowledge, and also a great book on lingerie to recommend to others. It's so rare to find a resource with bra fit advice that isn't preachy, or that doesn't use exclusionary language. This book will make you feel good about buying and wearing lingerie that *you like* rather than shaming you into buying things that industry folk say you ought to want. Cora knows that a discussion about lingerie is not a conversation about how bodies *should* look, or what to wear for your partner. It's also worth mentioning that this isn't a book that's only for slender young white able-bodied folk who were assigned female at birth and are 100% happy with that. This is a book for everyone who likes lingerie and wants to know more about it. Whatever your body type or shape, whether you're buying lingerie for yourself or others, you will find something inside In Intimate Detail that will make you understand the joy that can come from underwear.

This beautifully illustrated book breaks down everything you could need to know about lingerie, from a brief history, to different types, to care and everything in between. The book itself feels very high quality hardback, the pages feel sturdy and durable and the design has a light and airy feel to it. I have really enjoyed every aspect of this book and would recommend it to anyone! The only downside is I have now finished reading it and want more.

This is a wonderful book, beautifully illustrated and demystifies the design and construction of lingerie, and how it fits your figure and shape, whatever category you fall into. A fabulous guide if you are interested in design and textiles or if you just want to know more about lingerie and how to care for it. Cora’s blog and social media pages bring all the content in this book to life. Highly recommended.

Beautiful book! It's rare to find a book on lingerie that is so well researched and well written. Very happy the book had a small section on disabilities and lingerie too!

There's nothing like this out there, it's the book every woman should read and every enthusiast needs! It's extremely detailed but not boring, the illustrations are beautiful. All round incredible.

Beautifully illustrated book with a wealth of knowledge by Cora Harrington. A must read for all lingerie addicts!

Great book. Thank you

O livro é lindo! Inspirador!

Me encanta! Super recomendado

An intimate detail is both a beautiful and complete work. Sandy Wirt’s illustrations sumptuously underling the rich detail in this perfectly succinct book. Harrington’s writing style is both complete and approachable, which is important when approaching a subject that can sometimes be intimidating. The genius of this book is that it manages to run the gamut from basic knowledge those new to the industry, to more detailed information for those in the industry, all in an inclusive and modern fashion. To quote Harrington “Lingerie isn’t intimate apparel just because it’s hidden; it’s intimate because it can reflect your innermost self, your secret identity. That’s powerful.” This book is the perfect marriage between the romantic and the pragmatic.

The book presents the content in a very readable, clear and informative way, which is a complete revelation for many readers. It is a pity that the author of the book is no longer active. Corra Harrington we miss you!

There are a lot of books on Lingerie. Most of them are about a specific type of lingerie or about how to make it. It is a complex subject, moreso than I think most people realize. Even having done quite a lot of independent research into vintage lingerie and corsets over the years for cosplaying and retro reenactment events, I never considered just how varied lingerie was... I never stepped back and looked at it as a whole. In Intimate Detail made me do that. It is nothing less than a comprehensive guide to lingerie for the modern woman. This book is amazing in several key ways. I'll give a summary of whats available in the book. I'll tell you what I like best about it and I will tell you who I think should read it. Then, stay tuned for final thoughts. I did receive an Advance copy of the book for review. This is my complete and honest opinion about the book. This book is broken down into several sections; Bras, Underwear, Shapewear, Hosiery, Loungewear, How to shop both in store and online, and care of your Lingerie. I found that all of them are comprehensive without feeling like you are slogging through a non fiction book. It's narrated by the author in a light hearted, kindly professor sort of way. You know those amazing teachers you only get to take a class from once who are passionate and are very good at explaining something without making you feel stupid? Then by the end of the explanation, you realize you are just as passionate about that subject? Yeah, that's Cora Harrington. Within each section on the main categories of lingerie, she breaks it down into historical evolution (something I find fascinating myself), basic information, main types of that category as well as some good guidelines to follow... best practices, if you will. There is also appendices which sounds droll but actually is a great, easy-to-navigate resource on bra sizing, underwear concerns, and what a good basic set of Lingerie should be to start. What I like best? There are 3 main things about this book that I find make it worthy to read: 1. While she is inclusive and body positive throughout the whole book, she has important sections in the appendices that really shine for inclusivity. She has sections for mastectomy fitting, trans/non-binary fitting, pregnancy/maternity, physical disabilities, fibromyalgia and other ailments, binders, breast augmentation, etc and give tips on navigating those special concerns when looking for and purchasing lingerie. There is no judgement in these pages. You can tell that Cora Harrington just wants to share her passion with you and help you find what's going to suit you best. 2. It's easy enough to read... entertaining enough to read, that your teenager who is just starting to wear real bras could read it but also any veteran of wearing lingerie would get something out of it. The Lingerie Addict Blog, started by Harrington, is a perfect companion to this book. My recommendation is that you should start with the book and go to the Blog to learn more. There is nothing else like it out there in one easy to reference place. I will find myself referencing this book probably for the rest of my life. It is such a handy guide. 3. There is no mention of lingerie brands in the book except brief historical citation. The book isn't about selling you anything. Its about educating and helping you, the reader. What I do not like: I would have liked to see the Corset section have more in it and have illustrations. In Intimate Detail is a book that educates in a cute, intellectual way. It is not hard to read. There are beautiful illustrations to help give visual representation to subject matter. It's inclusive and helpful for an array of troubles one might find in their journey to love lingerie and love their bodies in lingerie. I highly recommend this book. It was so good, I can't wait to buy the finished version; have it in my hands and on my shelf. I was starting to love lingerie before... Now... I am obsessed!