This Week’s Intimate Discovery: Established Intimates Company Takes An Innovative Step
Last week I ventured downtown to see the new Cosabella flagship
store in New York’s trendy Soho district. After closing their traditional Intimate Apparel showroom, they have designed a crossover milieu where wholesale and retail staff commingles with customers creating instant feedback and easy access. Signature product statements stand out in a contemporary white space highlighted with textural surfaces and touches of antique … Read More
When I am in Paris, if time allots, I try to sneak away to the Musée Rodin, for a moment of artistic reprieve. In fact, in the past, I mandated that my lingerie design team visit this beautiful sculptural enclave for inspiration. I believe that Rodin’s work is the perfect manifestation of the sensual form. One of my favorite pieces, Danaid is carved from a luminescent block of highly polished marble so that the … Read More
This Week’s Intimate Discovery: Understated Showroom showcases an innovative new shaping collection
A few weeks ago, one of my favorite Industry 
colleagues, Melissa Silvetti, informed me that she had recently relinquished her responsibility as Sr. Buyer for the elegant Journelle Lingerie boutiques to start her own contemporary sales rep business. Aptly named Understated Showroom, Melissa has chosen this venue to continue her search for emerging lingerie design talent whose unique perspectives bring a … Read More
This Week’s Intimate Discovery: Secrets In Lace reveals an Iconic Collection
For several years now I have been an admirer of the 
Secrets In Lace e-commerce site. It’s not only that I am impressed with the clear merchandising message, but also the methodical approach to building a niche identity that owner, Dan Whitsett has achieved. Founded as the go to site for authentic 100% nylon stockings, Secrets In Lace has expanded into a retro-haven … Read More