Welcome back for the second of two "Best of the Year" posts.  A couple of days ago, I listed the Top 20 Articles of 2010, and today is all about giving awards for the Best Lingerie of 2010.  I did a similar list last year, but you may notice some significant changes this year.

One, the awards have a new name! From here on out, I'm calling them "The Scanties."  Pretty appropriate, don't you think?  Two, in keeping with my New Year's Resolution (more on that next week) to feature more independent and small brand designers, you'll probably see some names you don't recognize on this year's list.  I hope that you'll check out these new designers, and keep them in mind next year when you're making purchases.

Well, enough out of me, it's time to get to the list!

Best Basics: Fortnight Lingerie

Best Luxury: Bordelle 

Best Loungewear: Between the Sheets

Best Retro Designer: Kiss Me Deadly

Best Corsetiere: Morgana Femme Couture

Best Shapewear: Made by Niki

Best New Designer of 2010: Myriam Girard

Best Brand You've Probably Never Heard Of: Maison Close

Best Stockings: Stockingirl

Best Lingerie Accessory: Boa Noite Lingerie Bags

Best Retailer (mass-market): Figleaves