By ELLEN LEWIS
Next week, February 1–3, Curve NY will host a special intimates installation at the Javits Center, curated by myself alongside three Gen Z women whose perspective is shaping the future of lingerie. This curated edit reflects what they would choose to integrate into their wardrobes if budget were no barrier. They also were directed to purchase a vintage lingerie piece selected purely for its power to inspire. … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Diva Glamour
This season, Lise Charmel pushes its vision even further, expanding confidently into ready-to-wear without losing an ounce of its soul. Lace bustiers, airy chiffon shirts, corset-inspired tops, and sculptural bodysuits carry the language of lingerie out of the drawer and into daily dressing. True to the brand’s DNA, there is no compromise here, sensuality, sophistication, and impeccable craftsmanship remain firmly at the core. Designed with … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
What Does it Mean to Become a Legend?
There are very few companies in intimate apparel that can claim 140 years of continuous evolution without losing their soul. ANITA is one of them.
Anita Since 1886 (1988 photo)
I was reminded of this several years ago at Curve NY, where a conversation with Georg Weber-Unger, current steward of the global, FAMILY OWNED brand, sparked a deeper reflection … Read More
For Fall 2026, Mey takes center stage at Curve NY, delivering a masterclass in merchandising that feels both intentional and inspiring. Long recognized for its ability to seamlessly integrate lingerie, sleep, and loungewear into fashion-ready statements, Mey once again demonstrates why it remains a global benchmark. This season’s debut is a robust, beautifully edited assortment, bras, panties, nightshirts, robes, pajamas, and daywear, presented in breathtaking colors and dynamic prints that … Read More
By ESTELLE PULESTON
LONDI is a ‘lingerie meets loungewear meets streetwear’ brand that was founded by Yulkka Vozniak in 2022. Initially focused on designing for her local Ukrainian market, she felt that what was available in the country was all either comfort-focused but visually boring, or highly sexualized and with little emphasis put on the fit. Her goal for LONDI was to create pieces that felt great to wear and … Read More
The new year often arrives with a lot of noise. “New year, new you” headlines, long lists of resolutions, and pressure to overhaul your life overnight can feel overwhelming; especially for those navigating a year of health-related issues that may include treatment, recovery, or life after a diagnosis.
For many in our community, the body has already been through enough. Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, hormonal changes … Read More
Aubade’s Fall 2026 presentation unfolds like a whispered invitation into an enchanting, hypnotic world where intimacy is steeped in opulence and desire becomes its own art form. This French collection draws on eras of historical excess and ornamental splendor. It reimagines baroque fantasy through a distinctly modern, feline lens; confident, seductive, and unapologetically passionate.
Across more than fifteen collections, Aubade layers French Leavers lace with light, graphic meshes, fluid French … Read More