Tuesday evening I attended a presentation by Lectra in which they provided insight into the universe of 3D imagery, particularly in the world of apparel. The recent Manus and Machina exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art revealed just how far this technology has come. So did my dentist last week, when he scanned my teeth to take a 3D image of the impression for the lab creating a crown. … Read More
I have often been asked how a student of Art History became a merchant. I think that sometimes we choose our careers and sometimes our careers choose us. Happenstance and curiosity are often part of the formula. When I graduated from college, I thought that I would become a museum curator. The idea of assembling a presentation that could frame a time in our culture through the vision of others … Read More
Today, our Gallery introduces NYC based Margarita “Mermaid” and her quizzical collection of swimwear inspired by seashells, starfish, sparkles and all things mermaid. READ and SEE more here… Read More
My Daughters
Yesterday, after reading several articles about the shifting attitudes of the younger generations, I asked my two 30 something daughters two questions: How would you define a sexy woman and what do you think reflects sexy underwear? The response to question #1: a career woman in a classy pantsuit and white shirt, perhaps a mother, whose attitude reflects confidence, competence and fun. To question #2, they said: underwear … Read More
I must confess that the only reason I sought out the FOXERS™ booth at Curve NY was to honor a promise I had made to a colleague of mine. It’s good to keep a promise, because the repercussions are so often worth the effort. The moment I saw their stand, backed by a cornucopia of kicky, colorful underwear replete with eclectic fabric mixes and cool details alien to this … Read More
Sometimes Lingerie is just about FUN. Today Alison’s Gallery is a buffet of graphic and advertising designs dedicated to the art of lingerie: tongue and cheek. They are absolutely delicious! READ and SEE more here… Read More
I am in complete awe at how many weddings my son and daughter in law attended this summer. I could hardly get their attention as they flew from NY to Chicago, San Francisco, LA and various locales around the city. I don’t think I ever had that many friends. . . . .READ and SEE more here… Read More