Technology has steered the tides of change in the marketplace ever since the invention of the wheel. We can claim that the speed of light movement being witnessed today in the growth of telecommunications trumps history, and maybe so. But pioneers in science and art have always had life altering impact on the cultural status quo, even as they are constantly challenged by last year’s perspective. In the Lingerie trade, … Read More
Else Lingerie the creative inspiration of designer and founder Ela Onur. Beautifully crafted in her Istanbul studio, these pieces are luxury accessories worthy of any wedding memory. SEE MORE … Read More
One of my favorite books is the 1997 historical novel by Charles Frazier, Cold Mountain. The tale, as often been compared to Homer’s, The Odyssey as it tracks the journey of Inman, a Confederate soldier as he walks for months returning to the love of his life. Just as Homer spends 10 years travelling back to Ithaca, both characters, evolve into heroes as they rebuild themselves overcoming multiple obstacles on … Read More
Struck by the legacy of Gustav Klimt’s gold leaf mosaic paintings, this week in our Gallery, we show how gold impacts art and lingerie. SEE MORE… Read More
My husband Gerard went fishing yesterday and caught a 45 lb. Dorado. The ear to ear grin on his face said everything. He was very satisfied after his big catch. The thing about fishing is the hours of anticipation. Waiting endlessly, floating silently, one could be lulled to sleep lost in a fantasy of great expectations. Just when the dream is fading, the vision turns to reality and a powerful … Read More
This week-end brought a great deal of heartache. The events in Paris hit home. I know that these atrocities have been virtually ignored elsewhere in the world recently, but I do understand the personal pain many of us felt at the hysteria in France. For me, it was a stark reminder of 9/11. I flew to Paris just weeks after and found myself among such caring and concern when I … Read More
My jewelry of choice has always been sterling silver. So living in Mexico, the largest silver producer in the world, suits my taste just fine. In order to invest intelligently, it is very important to understand that silver craftsmanship is an art form, and the way it is designed has as much effect on its value as the weight of the metal. Unless you are a dealer purchasing a commodity, … Read More