By ALISON CONNOLLY
Lingerie does not need to be flashy or impractical to be sexy; it can be an everyday indulgence that works with your active lifestyle. French lingerie brand Icone has recognized this from the beginning, with designs that fit into the sexy, yet practical category perfectly. In fact, the Icone brand was created in 2014 by Marion Toccacieli with the intention of “making lingerie accessible to all”. This means selling styles at reasonable … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Having once owned a luxury lingerie boutique (Faire Frou Frou, based in Los Angeles), I have a high level appreciation for any small business that can maintain a high-end niche identity and thrive throughout the years. In the case of Jane’s Vanity, it’s been 29 years! Clearly the ladies behind this business are onto something.
Established in Portland, OR in 1990 by Jane Adams, Jane’s Vanity has made a name for … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
It truly is a pleasure to discover a brand run by a team that is filled with passion for what they create and who they create for. I immediately felt this way when learning more about Madrid-based swimwear label Alawa. Creating elegant swimwear is at the heart of this label’s essence, following Dostoyevsky’s concept of “beauty that will save the world” as their mantra.
There is no shortage of elegant details … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
I’ve been a fan of Marysia Swimwear for several years, and with beach/pool season in full-swing, it is the perfect time to finally feature the brand in our Gallery.
The current Summer 2019 collection has a dominant red, white & blue color scheme that happens to be right on theme with this week’s July 4th celebration. When you take those colors, and mix in gingham print and scallop trims, we’re seeing … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
It has warmed up considerably here in Los Angeles over the past few days, which has me searching for all breathable cotton-clothing options to kick my summer wardrobe into high gear. When it’s hot out, we can all agree the simpler the outfit, the better. Sometimes even forgoing the underwire in your bra adds that extra needed comfort and coolness.
In searching for practical, polished options, I found myself drawn to the … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
A little over one year ago I had the pleasure of featuring Polish lingerie brand Undress Code here in the Gallery and once more I am fortunate to be able to share their latest work. In this case, it’s a preview of the Autumn/Winter 2019 collection, which is comprised of a Wintry selection of velvet/mesh/tulle bodysuits, wireless bras and panties.
Each season the designers of Undress Code create collections that are anchored … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
It should come as no surprise that I truly appreciate a good photo campaign when it comes to enjoying a lingerie brand. In fact, it’s often the first step in grabbing my attention, and I highly value the way it sets the tone and feel for what the designer is intending to convey. The posts I create for this Gallery are all driven by beautiful images; editorial-style campaigns that make me feel… Read More