By ELLEN LEWIS
If you really want to understand the essence of lingerie design, then Jane Woolrich is your study. Jane’s collection is a cornucopia of original thought. Her garments are beloved by brides and Saudi princesses as well as contemporary women looking for a unique piece of outerwear.
Jane’s creative instincts are inexorable. They are informed by compassion, warmth, and her work ethic. They are evident in her incredible … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I have wonderful children: 2 girls and a boy. My 2 girls came first, and I thought that was it. Charlie was a surprise, delivered in July, three weeks late at 9 lbs. 11oz. I think he needed to be a Leo because from the day he was born, he has been a natural leader, in control and completely dependable. I didn’t plan for him; I already … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Supporting students, startups and specialty stores has always been important to me. In my opinion, they are the foundation for creativity in the Lingerie Industry. I always try to support new talent because I was lucky enough to have extraordinary mentorship in the early days of my career. So, when Lauren Starobin, recent FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) Intimate Apparel design graduate, appeared on … Read More
By LINDA DYETT
For several decades now, I’ve been writing about fashion—a passion of mine—every aspect of it, from design and fabrication to merchandising, retailing, and etailing. And always I look for the restless leading edge—the clothes (including underwear) that turn away from predictable, cookie cutter styles and capture–or better yet intuit and inform–the mood and needs of the changing times.
That’s what Negative Underwear, the brand with the … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I have had a connection with Claudia Ochoa, founder of the CLO Intimo brand ever since I discovered her iconic Fortuna chemise some years ago at Curve. The fundamental reason is the symbiosis I feel between her creative acumen and the Lingerie Briefs mission. It is the focus on art, culture, and empowered femininity that informs her lingerie designs. Every season I am compelled to visit the … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I am not sure what excites me most about Hanro’s Laura gown, this brilliant yellow or the easy lounge shape, both of which defy old school sleepwear rules. Personally, I laud both the color and the comfort factor. I already know that the cotton modal fabric will be incomparable in softness and unique in its construction. Like everything Hanro creates, it will be an investment … Read More
Influenced by the functionality and flexibility required in ballet workwear, Skarlett Blue launches the Plie performance bralette. Constructed in an ultra-breathable Coolmax™ and Lycra™ Spandex fabric, this style is a perfect solution for low impact sports, wardrobe layers or simple loungewear. The seamless 2-ply front combined with the over the head feature creates soft supple support for sizes XS-L. Convertible fully adjustable straps, a flat one inch under band … Read More