By ALISON CONNOLLY
Dita Von Teese
The glittering spectacle of showgirl costumes can run the gamut from extreme highs to tacky lows, but I thought it would be fun to focus on the styles that are over-the-top, super stylish and dazzling. If you’ve watched one of these costumes being performed in during a live performance, you understand the importance of sparkle, movement, and the occasional ostrich feather plume.
There seems … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
I’ve been on a bit of an exercise and nutrition kick this past month, so it comes as no surprise I’ve turned my attention to discovering athletic-inspired lingerie that is pretty, practical and suitable for high-intensity workouts. Not a lot of brands fulfill all three categories, but it appears that Slovenian bodywear label Mila Krasna has.
Never before had I specifically sought out bras and panties that … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Perhaps you heard the news that legendary fashion designer Andres Sarda had passed away earlier this month at age 90. This deserved a mention on Lingerie Briefs, particularly since I’ve featured his namesake brand in the Gallery a few times over the years (typically I don’t do repeat features on most brands, but I’m a fan!). https://lingeriebriefs.com/?s=andres+sarda
It seems appropriate to use this platform to honor the … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
I would imagine that many people, even those who are not lingerie enthusiasts, are familiar with the brand La Perla. Furthermore, I am sure those same people recognize La Perla as a luxury brand. There’s definitely something to be said for that, particularly in an industry that is saturated with hundreds of intimate apparel designers. Sure, there are brands known for their high-end image, but … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
While we may be in the throes of summer, Fall fashions are popping up in stores right now, and one of the most fun accessories for the upcoming season is legwear. For that reason, featuring German legwear brand Simone Wild seems especially timely. The brand is best known for its luxurious velvet socks, and over the past few years has expanded to latex socks/thigh highs and body … Read More
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 … 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… Read More