Velvet Crush ~ CAMI NYC

September 24, 2018

By ALISON CONNOLLY

Sometimes it’s not such a bad thing for retailers to start selling holiday items (ahem, Christmas) as early as September. Granted, seeing those huge inflatable Santa Claus lawn ornaments at Costco is obnoxious, even in December. But there are brands that market themselves just right, and who show up at stores at the perfect time in a way that ignites excitement about the changing seasons and serves as a reminder of why we hold the holiday season so dear. For me, that is precisely what happened seeing the new Fall ‘18 velvet collection from CAMI NYC.

The latest collection has taken the best-selling classic silk shapes the brand is known for and reinvented them in decadent velvet. The skillful combination of velvet and lace increases the glam-factor for a brand already known for its sophistication and elegance. In addition to the use of velvet, the current season brings the addition of jewel tone colors such as merlot, ink and gold for an added touch of richness.

The founder and CEO of CAMI NYC, Samantha Steen, aptly describes her label as “Classic. Feminine. Versatile.” What’s particularly relevant is the word versatile, as these pieces were designed to mix and match with your existing wardrobe. This is not the type of lingerie-as-outerwear trend that’s reserved for fashion elite, it’s something almost every woman can easily pull together to create a look that’s effortlessly cool.

As someone who regularly layers camisoles in her daily style, I believe CAMI NYC offers a beautiful foundation for anyone who wishes to invest in wardrobe staples. I can imagine any of these tops being worn on their own, or layered with jackets, sweaters or cardigans (in addition to pants/shorts and a skirt, of course). Keep in mind, the brand is not limited to just camisoles; there are silk slips and skirts, jackets and pants.

With the arrival of the latest velvet collection, these light layering pieces transition perfectly into the holiday season. I guess it could be said that I’m crushing hard on these velvet pieces…and if you are too, here’s where you can discover much more from CAMI NYC:

The following images are an assortment of both Fall ’18 and Pre-Fall ’18 collections

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Estelle Puleston

ESTELLE PULESTON has been blogging about lingerie since 2012 as the founder of Esty Lingerie, and is also a full-time freelance writer and social media expert for the intimate apparel and swimwear industry. Through her blog, she has collaborated with numerous high-profile brands such as Agent Provocateur, Myla and Figleaves, while her copywriting has featured on the websites and social feeds of everything from one-person businesses just starting out, to internationally known and loved brands. Her particular passions within the realm of lingerie include sustainability, independent designers, and anything luxurious and lacy! See her website at: http://estylingerie.com/.

ASI EFROS, Contributor on several of Lingerie Briefs' segments including Materials Briefs.

Asi Efros is an intimate apparel expert, trend forecaster, and writer. Within her 30-year career, she conceptualized, designed, developed, and brought to market collections for Ann Klein, Anna Sui, Betsey Johnson, Kensie, Laundry by Shelli Segal, and Psycho Bunny. Her expertise lies in activewear, loungewear, sleepwear, lingerie, and hosiery.

Asi is a founder and creative director of the made in NYC sustainable high-end lingerie brand: Ann Vogue.

Based in New York, LINDA DYETT is a long-time writer and editor. Her articles have appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Monocle, L’Officiel, New York magazine (and its Strategist website), Afar, and many other publications and websites. She served as an editor at Lear’s, Self, and Glamour, and is currently overseeing the nycitywoman.com website. As for the areas she’s covered over the years, they’ve included books, architecture, industrial and product design, medicine, wine, travel, and shopping. But her major interest is in skin—and everything that touches it. That includes clothing (not least lingerie, about which she’s passionate), beauty and dermatology products, and jewelry. And she’s also done publicity writing for a wide range of businesses, large and small. She’s reachable at ldyett@gmail.com

ALISON CONNOLLY (aka Alison Rubke), Social Media Manager of Lingerie Briefs since June 2015. Alison was formerly co-founder/owner of the luxury lingerie boutique Faire Frou Frou and authored the blog: Frou Frou Fashionista. She now manages a variety of individual and business accounts on various social media platforms and is a regular contributor/author on Lingerie Briefs.

ELLEN LEWIS, Publisher/Editor Lingerie Briefs