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February 2016

Bralettes Break Out

Clo-Intimo

Several weeks ago, I received the news that the very popular Creations Magazine North America would no longer be published. Despite the success of this publication in both the United States and Canada, the parent company Editolux has filed for bankruptcy. I share the disappointment with many retailers and brands who have only lauded their respect for this very modern approach to the Lingerie trade. As a permanent columnist for CLNA, I enjoyed my excellent Read More


THE NEW NEUTRALS

Your Spring Wardrobe Inspired with a Fresh Neutral Palette

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Go Parisian chic in this sophisticated new neutral, Sahara by Simone Perele. Featuring innovative 3D knit technology, Andora feels like a second skin and embodies a woman’s natural curves.

THE WISH COLLECTION IN NEW BLUSH

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Get swept away in the season’s soft new shade… the exquisite embroidered Wish collection debuts in Blush, spring’s ultra-feminine neutral.

THE INSPIRATION COLLECTION IN NEW SAND

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Seamless neutrals … Read More


This Is Me ~ Barbara Lingerie

I graduated college in 1972.  Feminism was hurdling full speed into the dialog. I got the message, but couldn’t get into it. I was raised by parents who taught me to take care of myself; to never depend on another person for survival. My dad was never a princess dad. My mom demanded self-respect. It was about personal growth. They supported my creativity but schooled me to balance quality and cost. They advocated friendships and … Read More


SS16-PARISIAN

Designed in France, this exquisite 4-Part seamed cup bra by Chantelle was designed as an everyday line with a contemporary feel due to the light and feminie mesh lace, yet has all of the support you need. Providing extreme uplift with a sexy plunging neckline it also features non padded cups made of fishnet inspired fabric that is sexy, yet invisible under clothes. The Parisian 4-Part Plunge was recently seen in Oprah Magazine’s January 2016 … Read More


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This is a tale worthy of repeating. Imagine you are a natural entrepreneur living in Romania when the Iron Curtain falls. You look around. Assessing the culture and hungry to begin a business venture of your very own, you notice the lack of underwear and bathing suits that is available in your newly birthed society. You invest in 4 sewing machines, hire a few workers and start a business developing and producing lingerie for your … Read More


Harlow-&-Fox-SS16-Eleanor-Hazela

When it comes to luxury bridal lingerie, there is a dearth of intimates that serve a D-G cup women. That’s why I have been watching Harlow & Fox, the British made designer brand specifically focused on this customer. The sumptuous silk and leaver’s lace Eleanor and Viola collections in almond and hazel are worthy of any elegant trousseau. READ MORERead More


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