By ASI EFROS
“The biggest joy in designing lingerie is to imagine what our customer will favor, how she will behave, what she may need. It means that we are always in the process of building a better future for her,” says Alexandra Di Nella, a creator behind Aurore Lingerie.
Aurore’s philosophy stems from celebrating the woman and attending to her every mood. It has something awe-inspiring for everyone; … Read More
By ASI EFROS
Alexandre Gijon, a founder of STUDIO ESTAMPA, catches the viewers off guard with the sheer genius and magnetism of his print collections. His graphic philosophy stretches beyond print and textile design while adding another dimension to his work.
“I strive to design patterns that are unexpected, colorful, and unique. Today everything looks the same, so I think ten times before designing a simple rose floral print,” … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I first noticed the Moons and Junes collection in Paris last year at the Salon International de la Lingerie. It was part of the anthology of Indie brands curated for its unique design attitude. Its Danish heritage spoke for itself, clean, comfy and unapologetically natural. I spent some time recently chatting with the brand’s founder, Agnete Bjerre-Madsen, the 26 year old entrepreneur who launched Moons and Junes … Read More
By ASI EFROS
Meet Elena Romero, a graphic and textile designer, whose unique artistic language fascinates the imagination. Exceptional is Elena’s poetry in paint, with the elegant dance of floral blooms, ripened color palette, intricately shaped strokes, and lakes of watercolor reflecting the sunset.
“My creative process always starts with a question, which is followed by the search for information and reference material…then paper and pencil…something always comes … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
In the world of fine art, there are pioneers whose visions initiate trends and then there are those that interpret their styles. Whole genres are created as a result. Picasso and Cubism. Monet and Impressionism, Pollack and Abstract Expressionism, Dali and Surrealism. I could go on, but I am sure you get the point. In the world of designer lingerie, Bordelle holds the crown. The impact of … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I’ve been mulling over how to present Lucy Jones Lingerie, the British heritage brand that was re-launched in 2019, 30 years after its original entrance into the luxury lingerie market. Considering the seismic shift in the current retail landscape, one might say that timing is a problem; but I think not. Lucy’s eponymous collection, sold in the 1980’s to a bevy of renown high end stores, was … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
In 2013 I met Melissa Franchi, founder and creative director of Nevaeh Intimates, a luxury boudoir collection that completely captures her perspective on the true essence of lingerie. It is an artful composite of the energy and glamour inherent in the New York City lifestyle: bold, beautiful, erotic, and elegant.
Initially, what struck me most was Melissa’s fortitude. She was working out of a “hole in the … Read More