There were no desktop systems with which to work digital cameras didn’t exist. In the early 80’s starting a mail order company was difficult. When my wife and I were doing our research we conceived of the business as a mail order company. Secrets In Lace started in 1984 as a retail store in Northern Virginia. From sponsoring countless events to working together on multiple Viva Las Vegas presentations and an epic Lingerie Fashion Week show, Secrets In Lace has been a strong supporter of the burlesque scene for well over 10 years! From outfitting to inspiring shows and looks! I was thrilled to ask Daniel some questions about Secrets In Lace and ask some deconstructing-the-stocking questions you have always wanted to know but were afraid to ask! One margarita-fueled meal led to lots of brainstorming, burlesque building concepts, and over a decade of friendship. I first met Daniel Whitsett in the early 2000’s as he was building his online stocking empire. We invite you to share in this incredible feeling and expression of femininity.An Interview with Daniel Whitsett of Secrets In Lace Only they know what lays beneath their classically elegant attire……their “Secrets In Lace”. We are often called on by stylists around the world to provide authentic vintage lingerie and stockings.įor many Secrets In Lace has become a life style, our garments are worn by the worlds most famous and influential people. Our penchant for Vintage detail has lead us to become the exclusive designers of the Bettie Page Lingerie Collection and Dita Von Teese Stocking Collection.

Designed for everyday wear (just like in the 1960’s), Secrets in Lace carries classic styles and unlike lingerie that’s strictly for fantasy, the Salons at Secrets In Lace have comfortable Faux Vintage Lingerie for every possible occasion that captures a feminine, classic look. Our daywear slips, camisoles and tap pants are also authentic to the 1960’s. Our preeminent position as the leader in fine vintage nylon stockings has led us to develop coordinating Retro Chic foundations Garter Belts, Girdles, Bullet Bras, Shelf Bras and Plunge Bras that are based on patterns from garments developed in the 1960’s that we sold in our stores in the 1980’s. Today we are the largest retailer in the world of 100% nylon stockings with over 40 exclusive styles to our credit. Since then our mail order catalogue and website have been making history worldwide at. Our concept was a success and we quickly grew to four stores in the Washington DC Area before launching our mail order operation in 1995. We never changed what we sold because the fit and styling made our customers look and feel great. In our first store we sold classic foundations and authentic nylon stockings which today are popular as Retro or Vintage lingerie. We started SECRETS IN LACE ® in Northern Virginia in 1984 with the simple concept in mind of “Keeping the Romance Alive” through the sale of classically elegant lingerie. This Secrets in Lace spot remains an entertaining look at the days surrounding the event and remains a popular youtube success.

Secrets in Lace is a light-hearted romp depicting the makings of a lingerie fashion show in New Orleans.

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