Ten years ago, when Lise Charmel launched its signature Soir de Venise collection, one might not have been able to anticipate its extraordinary success story. Inspired by the artistry for which venetian masks are renown, each piece reflects couture quality craftsmanship. Designed with a patented embroidery that sustains ten separate backgrounds, Soir de Venise epitomizes the essence of the Lise Charmel brand. Its extraordinary popularity has enabled the collections … 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
No wonder Montelle’s Bust Support Chemise (Style 9394) consistently gets 5 ★★★★★ ratings from customers! It’s the most comfortable, bust supporting sleepwear out there! This super flattering, A-line chemise in ultra-soft fabric is as strong as it is beautiful. Not only is there a double panel of fabric around the back and in the cup, there’s a layer of stretch mesh beneath the lace that helps keep your breasts supported … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I have a natural affinity for the ocean, its rhythm, and the clarity of thought it evokes. The symbiosis of silk intimates with stone, water and light is a powerful statement about femininity and the transformative powers of silk lingerie. These images of NK IMODE’s Dylan collection photographed by Canadian artist Olivia Van Dyke for Fall 2020 are a provocative expression of this vision.
Silk is … Read More
Blue: identified by experts worldwide as the most popular color for 2020, is associated with confidence, calm, intelligence, and responsibility. No wonder Maison Lejaby is offering this rich shade of ocean blue this fall in both their luxurious Grace collection and the new Jazz standard repertoire. Always on point with current cultural direction, both groups standout as an homage to the Maison Lejaby contemporary design aesthetic
By ELLEN LEWIS
During the Covid19 lockdown, restricted to my neighborhood in Connecticut, I was re-introduced to the exquisite floral evolution of the Northeastern USA springtime. I had not seen it in 7 years as I am usually in Mexico. Walking daily from mid-March on, I have witnessed a daily explosion of color, taking the time to actually “see” natures amazing kaleidoscope. In fact, I have incorporated some of these … Read More
Anita has been making lingerie since 1886 and they’ve continually kept pace with creating the most fashionable, supportive and on-trend features since their inception. Their dedication to classic high-quality bras is combined with the use of very special fabrics, detailing and technology. You see this in their fabulous and popular sports bras, basics, fashion lingerie and swimwear, but also in the way they have embraced the post-mastectomy lingerie customer with … Read More