Last Saturday we decided to take my 18 month old grandson to the Bronx Zoo. I haven’t ventured to this urban animal kingdom in some years so I was looking forward to watching his reaction as he caught site of the live creatures that inhabit the books we read to him daily. I wouldn’t say he was disinterested, but the hordes of kids and the cars on the monorail certainly … Read More
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue. Fleur Of England, renown for their exquisitely sewn silk lingerie embellished with unique laces and guipure work has created the Forever Collection, sensual and delicate bridal intimates worthy of the traditional as well as the modern bride.
In the past couple of years I have watched the Shapewear category go from fundamentals to celebrity status. In the glory days of this trend, it seemed as if Shaping brands were emerging from the woodwork. At the trade shows, this category absorbed multiple booths. I was pretty sure they could not all survive. After all, what percent is this niche to a total lingerie business? Most stores see this … Read More
By Ali Cudby
In the immediate aftermath of the CurveNY show, I’m still processing the gorgeous garments I saw to determine what it all means for lingerie retailers. In the meantime, one topic that immediately jumped out me was a presentation by Lelo about the post-50 Shades of Gray era. The bottom line? Vanilla is the new black.
The past few years seemingly everyone has been heavily influenced by kink. … Read More
Urban Muu Muu and Jammie Beans
SNOA and UGG
PJ Salvage
Mere Basics
J’Attire and Elila
Tutti Rouge
Christine Lingerie
Naja
Lise Charmel
Gilda and Pearl and The Muse Intimates
Lise Charmel
Empreinte
Simone Perele
Lahco of Switzerland
Le Mystere and Naked Princess
Zimmerli of Switzerland… Read More
Some might question the water venue for this pajama party, but after all, this is a California conceived sleepwear collection; traditional fall and winter weather is just a blip on the radar. Love + Grace is a one year old brand that culls its inspiration from the casual West Coast lifestyle; comfort, quality and chic attitude at any age. Constructed in the softest Supima cotton and modal knit blends, it … Read More
By Kim “Kimmay” Caldwell
Working in the lingerie field for almost a decade, I’ve grown to love some of the most sophisticated brands in the business. I’ve also seen these companies grow as consumers become more “braducated” on the importance of investing in quality undergarments that fit well and do their job.
In the flurry of the lingerie business boom, I’ve also seen a few start up brands pop up. … Read More