The Secret Life of Syrian Lingerie documents a world of intimate apparel unlike anything else. From feathered birds and faux fur to toy cell phones, flashing lights, music, and even vibrating pieces, Syrian lingerie turns undergarments into spectacular, playful objects. Far from hidden, these extravagances are woven into wedding and trousseau traditions and openly displayed in souks and markets across Syria and the Middle East. Malu Halasa and Rana Salam combine photography, writing, and the voices of Syrian women to celebrate this little-known corner of fashion. Showcasing everyday intimates to the most over-the-top ensembles, this fashion catalogue meets visual anthropology traces the intersection of tradition, desire, and invention showing how garments meant to be worn in private have taken on a life in public.