Working against cultural forces has always been a struggle for women. Growing up in the 1950’s and 60’s, was a particularly poignant era to come of age. The forces driving us forward were being held at bay by the established bylines of the times. For me, femininity never resided in the classic parameters of feminine tastes: princesses, knights on horseback, frills and ruffles. My father’s words: “Make sure you can take care of yourself” were … Read More
Why go by the book when you can write your own rules? Style your look as the mood takes you with Freya Fancies – the colorful collection of lacy co-ordinates that are designed for mixing. Three brand new shapes are available for AW17: the underwire balcony k cup bra, the underwire padded half cup bra and a new thong bottom.
The underwire balcony k cup has a wider wire for greater coverage and comfort as … Read More
Anya Cruise is this summer’s go to swim suit, with nautical accents and luxurious fabric, ensuring you look effortlessly chic. This range offers two molded top styles and two brief styles. Panache Swim‘s Anya Cruise tankini allows for adjustability in the length whilst providing a flattering gathered fit across the torso (offers support up to a G cup). While the bikini top is enabled to be worn as a halterneck, balconnet and cross back.… Read More
I am back on the East coast going through my semiannual transition to my NY lifestyle. Besides waking up in the middle of the night and walking in the wrong direction to the bathroom, I am also acutely aware of certain amenities available in the USA that we often take for granted even though we shouldn’t; like water. In Cabo, water delivery to our homes via the city is a constant bone of contention. The … Read More
Today, Deedee brings you her exclusive podcast with Katia Charle, lead designer at Simone Perele. Katia brings her personal insight into the complexities and joys of lingerie design, particularly on a luxury level. Listen Here… Read More
This Audio Brief episode features Deedee Crosland’s chat with Katia Charle, designer for 23 years at Simone Perele. Katia shares her love of incorporating embroidery and Leavers Lace in the design of lingerie. She also discusses the creative design process and how the technical aspects are equally as important when designing luxury lingerie.
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Empreinte‘s 2017 Blanca Bra expresses all the modernity and simplicity of a style that can be worn every day. It is an on-trend range that incorporates the key features of current fashion. This ‘pop’ feel is shown by the delicate, geometric pattern of embroidery worked in a mix of matte and lustrous threads. Complete comfort is guaranteed with the soft, woven microfibre fabric printed with a pretty, airy, flowing design. The playful detailing includes … Read More