Else Lingerie the creative inspiration of designer and founder Ela Onur. Beautifully crafted in her Istanbul studio, these pieces are luxury accessories worthy of any wedding memory. SEE MORE … Read More
Weddings can be sophisticated or sweet, sexy or demure; but it’s the precious moments that capture the memories. Each piece of the Else Lingerie bridal collection could be a keepsake for a remembrance of a special day. Available in sizes S-XL and 30-36, A-DD cups, this luxury lingerie, handcrafted in Istanbul is exquisite in white and pretty in pink.
One of my favorite books is the 1997 historical novel by Charles Frazier, Cold Mountain. The tale, as often been compared to Homer’s, The Odyssey as it tracks the journey of Inman, a Confederate soldier as he walks for months returning to the love of his life. Just as Homer spends 10 years travelling back to Ithaca, both characters, evolve into heroes as they rebuild themselves overcoming multiple obstacles on … Read More
Struck by the legacy of Gustav Klimt’s gold leaf mosaic paintings, this week in our Gallery, we show how gold impacts art and lingerie. SEE MORE… Read More
The other night, I watched the Netflix movie, “Woman In Gold” , the story of Maria Altmann’s late life struggle to recover the Gustav Klimt painting that was rightfully her family’s property. The portrait of Adele Bloch Bauer had been stolen by the Nazis during WWII along with many other valuables. Klimts elegant use of gold leaf, most widely recognized in this brilliant mosaic was the highlight of his golden … Read More
My husband Gerard went fishing yesterday and caught a 45 lb. Dorado. The ear to ear grin on his face said everything. He was very satisfied after his big catch. The thing about fishing is the hours of anticipation. Waiting endlessly, floating silently, one could be lulled to sleep lost in a fantasy of great expectations. Just when the dream is fading, the vision turns to reality and a powerful … Read More
This week-end brought a great deal of heartache. The events in Paris hit home. I know that these atrocities have been virtually ignored elsewhere in the world recently, but I do understand the personal pain many of us felt at the hysteria in France. For me, it was a stark reminder of 9/11. I flew to Paris just weeks after and found myself among such caring and concern when I … Read More