By ELLEN LEWIS
It’s been a while since I highlighted the Gossard Glossies phenomenon. In fact, it was 2013 when I first mentioned it in this column. The Glossies bra was a fashion pioneer long before sheer, light bras were a ‘thing’. Multiple iterations prove its longevity. It has segued from a fashion basic to a multi-faceted collectible in a bevy of colors including a new translucent animal print.… Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
“What underwear are you wearing right now?”
That’s the lead question that Christine Evangelista asks when she begins all of her interviews on her new podcast series Half Naked. I knew we were simpatico, despite our age difference, when she confirmed my conviction that beautiful lingerie is like perfume for the psyche.
Christine, who studied at FIT, is an actress and dancer who was … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
It’s no secret that society has experienced a cultural shift. Whenever this occurs the pendulum eventually swings back in search of some balance. Certainly, 2020 set a new standard of disruption. In the Intimate Apparel industry, comfort commandeered the platform, escalating a trend already on a trajectory in lingerie. Bralettes, for example, were usurping underwire bra sales before the pandemic. The lockdown turned this evolution into a … Read More
By ASI EFROS
Continuing its legacy with the new lingerie collection of flowering blooms in enchanting colors, Huit8 signifies the optimism, which only spring can bring.
“The delicacy of the Blossom collection this season is exquisite. It was created with such attention to detail. Our embroidery is made in Switzerland and designed exclusively for Huit8. Our colors are unique,” said Souad Sinai, CEO, Huit8.
Swimwear Collection
By ELLEN LEWIS
My career segued to the Intimate Apparel business 30 + year ago when I was plucked out of the ready to wear division to spearhead the lingerie product development initiative at Macy’s Corporate office. I knew nothing about the category, which at the time, was dominated by polyester in pale pink and blue designs. Oblivious to the “rules” I purchased a few cotton knit big t-shirts in … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Girl With a Serious Dream
It’s been a lovelorn year with cancelled weddings and lost memories. But FINALLY, here comes the bride. Once again, anticipation is about hope. Celebrations are being planned. The bridal business, dormant for the past year, is beginning its comeback. The Intimate Apparel industry is changing as the market turns once again on its axis. As the desire for elegant, sensual lingerie … Read More
Natori Bliss’ popularity speaks for itself as it has continued its expansion from their original cotton panties to a multifaceted bra assortment, including the newest additions of the Bliss Flex Bralette and the Bliss Perfection Lace Bralette. This success story is not a mystery; the entire range emulates the extraordinary comfort that sent the panties on a major sales ascent. Continuing unabated, with both underwire and non-wired choices, the collection … Read More