Corset specialist What
Katie Did manufacture steel boned corsets inspired by
the golden age of burlesque. Our award winning vintage
underbust corsets are made from one highly skilled
corsetier from start to finish. What Katie Did are also
famous for their fully fashioned stockings. These rare
seamed stockings are made on vintage machinery in
England and are a must have accessory for pin up girls.
Hold them up with one of our 6 strap suspender belts
(which all have metal clips) which are just part of our
faux vintage lingerie range inspired by the 1940s and
1950s.
Our Glamour range of shapewear looks fabulous as well as enhancing your figure. The range includes the
Merry Widow which is the
easiest way to a 1950s
hourglass figure
For 1940s and 1950s style lingerie you're in the right place. Don't miss
Maitresse (pictured left) a 1950s inspired set in
classic
black or white which includes our famous spiral stitch bullet bra.
What Katie Did's steel boned corsets are available in various styles to suit different figures.
Don't miss our new range of
opulent
Showgirl corsets.
Our designs are influenced by the past, and our customer service is too. Our staff are very highly trained in all our products and will be able to offer you expert advice should you need it. We have live stock control online so you can see exactly what is in stock, and how long it will take to arrive, whilst we also have a generous returns policy.
Our flagship
boutique was opened in
October 2007 and our two
founding members of staff,
Clare and Sarah, have been
joined by Ruka and, more
recently, Nicola (who has
taken over as manageress
giving Clare more time to
work with press requests).
All of our staff have
worked in the lingerie
industry
previously to working at
What Katie Did and are
passionate about lingerie
and corsetry. With their
help and experience you'll
be expertly fitted and
advised whether for a pair
of seamed stockings or a
steel boned corset. If you
get chance please ask any of
them about their life beyond
What Katie Did, trust me,
whoever you ask it will be
of great interest!
Our boutique is open 7
days a week and is situated
in a discreet arcade of
boutiques a minute away from
the hustle and bustle of
Portobello Road. In our
boutique you'll find all the
items featured in our
current printed catalogue,
but just in case, should you
be after a specific item
please call the boutique in
advance to ensure that they have it
available for your visit.
Find out more about our
boutique by clicking here.
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