Salon De Lingerie officially opened over the weekend and on the first day, as I usually do, I spent the time (apart from a few crucial appointments) doing my best to secure an overview. Although the show was smaller, it seemed more crowded, but the real take away for me today, was the low key dynamic, a curious lack of that usual french drama that the Paris exposition generally offers and a more a greater … Read More
In Paris for the Salon International de la Lingerie show, slightly jet lagged and somewhat inured to the romantic fog that used to engross me whenever I found myself in this beautiful city, I still find certain aspects of the French culture so poetic, it is difficult to ignore the creativity born here. But more about that later. Today, I made a point of shopping at the usual suspects: Le Printemps, Galleries Lafayette and Bon … Read More
I went to my friend Gale’s farm yesterday. I was in dire need of a “horse fix”. Leaving the greyed out light of my Connecticut apartment complex and the damp city streets, I was expecting the temperatures to be colder, but I didn’t care. I needed the comfort of space and the clarity of purpose that equine activity always delivers. But, as I drove inland, the real surprise was the white dusting that coated the … Read More
Last Spring I was having coffee with a colleague in Greenwich, CT and decided to stop by Petticoat Lane, one of five lifestyle boutiques owned by Jason and Yami Palmer. I walked in to analyze the Lingerie content and walked out with a new handbag. It’s hard to resist Jason’s selling charisma which is substantial since it’s not my inclination to shop when I do these store visits. The eclectic mix of categories, bags, … Read More
Valentine’s Day is one month away. What fantasy besieges you? Seduction appears in many forms, none as provocative as lingerie. This season the teddy is the star. No one does sexy bodywear quite like Maison Close.
“SHE OCCUPIES THE FRONT OF THE STAGE”
“SHE TENDERLY TRIES TO ENTICE HIM, AND THEN BRUSHES HIM OFF TO INCREASE HER DESIRE”
“QUEEN OF THE MODERN AMAZON”
“SHE CHOKES HIM AND LEADS HIM BY THE NOSE”
“HEARTS WILL
Once and awhile I happen upon a retail stage that is so inspirational it’s worth mentioning. Controversial, entertaining and just plan creative, The Dover Street Market, recently opened in NYC, approaches merchandising with a whole new buzz…READ MORE… Read More
In late 2012, a close colleague of mine asked me to look at a new foundation’s brand, Curvy Couture™ being prepared for a 2013 market launch. It’s not easy to break through merchandising barriers when it comes to bras and panties. I was immediately impressed by the quality but recognized some clear merchandising voids. A cohesive presentation in extended sizes was not yet available and so, as I need to believe whole heartedly, I decided … Read More