I had another story intended for today, but who knew I would be called to emergency grandma duty just when I was about to sit down and write. I know it’s hard to believe, but keeping these posts “brief” is not as easy as it looks. It actually requires on point word carving and a modicum of product research to deliver a message succinctly. That means more time than I … Read More
Fleur’t & UGG
I just attended 3 solid days at the NY Curve show having recently returned from the Paris Salon International de la Lingerie. As a result I find that the comparison between these two expositions is inevitable. Paris attracts an international audience and is a bigger platform. But Curve speaks to a North American market. Therein lays the difference. As a merchant, I study trends, but I am … Read More
When it comes to showstopping glamour, Amoralle fits the bill perfectly. This week, in her column, Alison features the extraordinary opulence of this 10 year old brand. READ and SEE more here.… Read More
After losing my wedding ring 5 years ago, I decided that after 36 years of marriage, I didn’t need one to validate my marriage. But when my husband replaced it last fall, and I actually realized how much I appreciated the gesture, I decided that recognizing our original vows was a good thing. I think that the Eberjey venture back to their heritage daywear expertise, particularly in the bridal category … Read More
See Tina Wilson’s fabulous illustrations of her take on the Oscar celebrities’ gorgeous gowns and what she imagines the stars might have worn underneath! READ and SEE more here…… Read More
Without exception, everyone I spoke to following the Salon International de la Lingerie in Paris raved about the Swiss brand, Lyn Lingerie. That includes Alison, whose discretionary eye had already landed on this newcomer to the designer market. READ and SEE more in our Gallery… Read More
This week I had a WOW market day. My friend and colleague Flora Backer (aka founder of Flora Nikrooz) invited me to preview her new brand, the Rya Collection, before she launches next week at Curve NY. The styles are all Flora at her creative best. She has ventured forth on her own because as she explained to me, she wanted total freedom to create out of the box … Read More