Submitted by Liz Wideman owner of La Femme Privée Lingerie Boutique in Kitchener, Ontario
I always knew that I would own a beautiful boutique one day. With my background in fashion and beauty, and my love of shopping, I was destined to be a fashionista. My inspiration to go with intimate apparel came when I discovered some amazing lingerie boutiques that had a sophisticated ambiance, which made me want to … Read More
By Ellen Lewis
When I was in my 20’s I traveled to Columbia with 2 of my girlfriends on an all inclusive budget trip to Cartegna, Columbia. The electricity in the hotel worked about half the time and if I remember correctly, someone had chickens on the flight down. It was my first venture into an adventurous paradise and the thought crossed my mind as I drank rum and baked, … Read More
When my eldest daughter graduated from college she embarked on a classic rite of passage and departed with her best friend for a 6 week trip through Europe. Having saved for this journey for months, they left with only backpacks and great expectations. On a very tight budget, it was pretty obvious that souvenirs would have to be mostly in the mode of life forming memories. So when she returned … Read More
By Margaret Shrum
Springtime is my favorite season in New York. I feel as if I am in Nature’s boudoir. I love the blooming cherry blossom trees and the colorful tulips that line Park Avenue. The trees have fresh bright green leaves and we begin to see the first glimpses of spring fashion on the streets. Some of the big trends for spring 2013 are lingerie inspired, peekaboo pieces, including … Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
Flashforward/ Flash back – Jill St John and Kiss Me Deadly Rock the Petal Bra Silhouette
Flashforward: I don’t think you can talk about modern vintage inspired lingerie without thinking of Kiss Me Deadly. With everything from her images to her silhouettes oozing that timeless glamour and capturing the classic pinup silhouette her designs are also relevant in their functionality and use of modern materials that fit … Read More
When I was young, I used to give my mother a single rose on Mother’s Day. She told me that to truly appreciate the perfection of this flower, it needed to stand alone. Eventually this offering became a tradition and now, every time I see one, I am reminded of this extraordinary woman, her warmth, her class, her beauty both inside and out. I have never made much of this … Read More
By Aimee Guthinger
There really is no better time in a woman’s life to throw caution to the wind and allow herself to be “showered” with decadent lingerie than during the spring of her engagement. It is a great time for the real fun of being a bride to begin. It is a special time for both you and your soon to be betrothed, and no matter what your taste … Read More