I'm not sure if i've mentioned that once my subscription to the knicker issue ran out back in March(?) my Ram went and surprised me with another 3 months. So i've been quietly getting knickers through the post and due to my Ram subscribing in March (two pairs of knickers in one month, yes please), this is now my third and last pair.
So here are some updated thoughts about my time subscribed to The Knicker Issue.
Firstly i'd just like to start out by saying that out of the grand total of 6 pairs i received, 5 were from the brand Parfait. Now whilst i'm always happy to expand my knicker collection, especially with a brand i wouldn't usually think to buy from, it would be nice to see the Knicker Issue collaborating with more independent UK brands to add a bit of diversity.
I've also noticed that the knickers you receive seem to be randomly selected, as i received two pairs for the month of March that were very different. So if you intend to subscribe based on seeing the knickers i, or someone else has received that month you can't guarantee you will get the same pair. But every pair they've sent me has been darling so you won't be disappointed.
Now onto the knickers pictured. Made by Parfait, they're as usual beautifully crafted and damn comfortable. I really do love the richness of the red and the panel detailing. I receive a size 8, every month, but sometimes the sizing is a little off. On this particular pair the waistband elastic is not favourable towards my extra bit of hip weight (mini muffins anyone?) and the bum is a little baggy. Other than that these are a happy addition to my collection and will definitely be worn with suitable clothing (to avoid vpl).
One last comment on The Knicker Issue. I've searched google pretty thoroughly and aside from my posts, and one dating back to September 2012, there seem to be no other blog reviews. Subscription boxes are incredibly popular right now and it seems that the Knicker Issue is just not well known enough to take off. I'd highly suggest they take inspiration from companies like Glossybox and Birchbox and work with influential fashion and beauty bloggers (and no i'm not suggesting myself) to really get the brand out there. It honestly baffles me that this isn't a more popular service, as most women love knickers and surprises.
I'm sure in the future i'll be subscribing again, when the time is right, as i just cant say no to lingerie surprises.