By ELLEN LEWIS
I am not in Mexico at the moment; I came north for the holidays and to prepare for the fall 2018 market. It’s a bit counter intuitive, braving the northeastern weather patterns while most people are escaping south for a sun soaked reprieve. It is, in fact, the beginning of the Swimwear season. And even though I write this wrapped in fleece, there is no doubt that … Read More
We would like to thank all our readers and our partners for the stellar success of Lingerie Briefs in 2017. On a personal note, Shirley and I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our talented team: Alison Connolly, Tina Wilson, Holly Jackson, Deedee Crosland and now Stephanie Hynes. Their creative insights have brought Lingerie Briefs to new heights as we forge our path into 2018.… Read More
Jane Woolrich corset, H&M Blouse, Earrings by Anthropologie, Bracelet & rings by Lundeen
Certainly, if you read the Lingerie Brief’s byline, you are aware that our mission has always been to advocate for the poetry of beautifully wrought intimate apparel. Every member of our editorial staff has a personal as well as professional connection to this industry. But, to connect … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
The Little Black Dress, made famous by Coco Chanel when she introduced it in Vogue in 1926, has endured because it is an icon of good taste. This ubiquitous style has served for almost a century as a wardrobe staple that a woman can dress up or dress down. A symbol of understated elegance accessible at many income levels has positioned it as a classic fashion necessity. … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
One of my most rivetting entertainment memories is a live event I attended some years ago in Lake Placid, N.Y. during which Olympic figure skater, Viktor Petrenko, commanded the ice in his audacious rendition of Lou Bega’s A Little Bit of Mambo, Number 5. In this spirited routine in which he danced in tandem with a life size doll, he brought the crowd to its feet … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I’ve been debating about writing this blog about Juana de Arco for a while now. I know that many of our readers look to us to see what’s happening in the market, specifically intimate apparel. So highlighting an artisan brand that encompasses a woman’s entire lifestyle in which lingerie is part, but not necessarily the primary piece of their story could be perceived as counter intuitive. I … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Some years ago, while working for an international company who was considered expert in the design and development of casual sleep and loungewear, I was asked by the owner to research the potential of entering the bra business. Why? Because at the time we functioned as a sourcing arm for Victoria Secret’s robe and PJ categories. In fact, overseeing this process was my primary responsibility. My boss … Read More