Fabric dictates design in the Intimate Apparel world. and because of its proximity to a woman’s skin, it requires innovation uniquely targeted for function and form. Several days ago I attended the 3rd Interfiliѐre presentation in NYC. A fabric exposition dedicated to presenting piece goods to lingerie designers, it is an extension of the renowned trade shows in Paris,Hong Kong and Shanghai that Eurovet hosts semi-annually. This one was sponsored by Invista™, the international … Read More
Feel the heat in the Hot Dot collection by Hanky Panky After Midnight®. Bodysuit features key-hole back with ribbon detail with a ribbon tie at back neckline, decorative bows at 2 lower keyholes. Available in black and Tickled Pink with Snap crotch closure.… Read More
Marquita Pring is a world-renowned curvy model from upstate New York who has been modelling since the age of 15. She has been featured on the cover of Italian Vogue, modelled for Jean Paul Gaultier and fronted campaigns for Evans and Levi. She is also a co-founder of the positive body image group, ALDA, which aims to promote women embracing their curves while exuding body confidence and positivity. The group holds lectures, seminars and talks … Read More
It should be fairly obvious by now, that this site is about excellence in product. And for all intents and purposes, the focus is clearly on Lingerie. But once and awhile, a critical threshold emerges and the subject matter needs to change. I am not deserting the world of Lingerie, just re-channeling my merchandising perspective from emphasis on garment to emphasis on a different kind of industry product, the Underfashion Club; the premiere Intimate … Read More
Art is everywhere: in photography, paintings, couture and fashion lingerie. Who influences who is a matter of conjecture. Above embroidered image by Amsterdam based artist Hinke Schreuders uses embroidered threads to create a linear pattern stealing some of the portraits intensity. Perhaps designer Junko Shimada had the same intent. Below graphic lines strong as in Adriana Degreas’ bodysuit or delicate pictured here in John Paul Gaultier’s bodice affect the same allusion.
By ALI CUDBY
As a parent, some of my most frustrating moments occurred around statements like these:
“My stomach is achy. I shouldn’t go to school.”
“I didn’t mean to be disrespectful.”
“Oh, I must have misunderstood. I thought you said I could .”
What’s frustrating about these comments is that they’re all open to interpretation. Impossible to confirm one way or the other.
Does my child, in fact, feel achy? Or is she trying … Read More
Irina is now available in Byzance, a combination of Amethyst violet with copper highlights.
Irina carries us away into an enchanting world, a world of Arabian Nights inspired by the mysterious beauties of the Far East. Visually stunning lingerie, rich in delicate and shimmering embroidery, to wear like a piece of jewellery. Irina also promises an even more sublime figure as a result of its advanced lightweight fabrics. Embroidered tulle offers the kind of support … Read More