Briefs

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Several months ago my industry colleagues from Easton International asked me to review the merchandising boards for the British based Pretty Polly Lingerie collection targeted to launch at Curve this August.  I always check out new directions and this one really intrigues me because of my prior history as a legwear buyer.  Pretty Polly is a mega hosiery force in the UK, with a 100 year heritage of quality leg dressing accessible to every woman.… Read More


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I met Tara Cavoise two years ago in a Starbucks halfway between her home in Albany and my office in Westchester, NY. She had called me to engage my opinion about a business she was developing for an innovative shapewear product.  I was highly skeptical.  After all, at the time shapewear companies were coming out of the woodwork with a myriad of claims about the next best thing in in this highly competitive category.  I … Read More


It’s not my style, but I am running late this week. I moved yesterday for the 4th time in the past 14 months, but that’s another story for another column.  This time I thought the process would be easy since we are less than one mile from our previous abode.  I figured I did not have to pack everything perfectly and could make mini trips leaving the big “stuff” for the movers.  But sometimes … Read More


Practical Magic ~ Wacoal

d9bdc1f09d1099770b8fd890f0123b52My sister, Beth, is a terrific person and a great friend.  We grew up in the same house but we are nothing alike.  I tend to roam the edge looking at rainbows; she likes to stay on course preferring the pragmatic path. Several months ago I took her bra shopping.  Try as I might, there was no convincing her to buy a lacy European bra, which she did admire for its sheer artistry.  She could … Read More


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I have been in love with Paris as long as I can remember. Being here is a wish come true, and in July the city, minus a few locals, is as spellbinding as ever.  The trade fairs are over, but while stepping away from the trend forums, why leave the city? The month is bookmarked by two quintessentially French events, steeped in pride and pageantry. . … Read More


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