The centerpiece of Issue 38. Model (a former ballet dancer) performs a narrative sequence: waking up, choosing lingerie, dressing, and then – in a twist – undressing to bathe. The set is a marble-clad bathroom. Lingerie pieces include a Fleur du Mal wrap robe and a Lise Charmel underwire bra. The tension is in what is not shown; this is soft erotica at its most refined.
The release of Issue 38 occurred during a unique period for print media. The 2020 landscape was heavily influenced by the global pandemic, which paradoxically saw a brief resurgence in physical media consumption as people spent more time at home. Mayfair Lingerie Special - Issue 38- 2020
If you are a collector of men’s lifestyle magazines, a student of boudoir photography, or simply someone who appreciates the tactile pleasure of a well-made book, is absolutely worth seeking out. It is not pornographic—it is far too art-directed for that. Instead, it walks the line between fashion catalogue and fine art nude, with an emphasis on the former. The centerpiece of Issue 38
The lighting and composition reflect a shift toward a more cinematic or "soft-glam" look compared to the flatter lighting styles of the 1980s and 90s. Lingerie pieces include a Fleur du Mal wrap
The price of Mayfair Lingerie Special - Issue 38- 2020 varies depending on the retailer and format. Expect to pay around $10-$15 for a print copy and $5-$10 for a digital copy.
