Bronte: the name invokes the prolific feminine novelist whose romantic novels became legend in English literature. This collection from Fantasie Lingerie, inspired by the famed author’s sensual and intelligent novels delivered this season with the addition of two new silhouettes Seven shapes, including, the vertical seam bra, the longline side support bra and the side support plunge bra are accompanied by 3 panty styles and a beautiful soft handle … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
The world of luxury curvy lingerie is small. Not just small, but nearly infinitesimally so. While budget and mid-tier lingerie brands are expanding curvy and plus-lines as fast as they can, almost no one has chosen to take on the luxury couture market. It’s still an unproven market, although one that seems to have lots of community support. But will curvy women really pay for luxury lingerie? … Read More
Comfort reinvented. Wacoal’s newest innovation, Final Touch Bra, is a modern spin on a classic underwire. A unique outside wire is away from the body for ultimate comfort.
This full coverage unlined underwire bra also features ultra supportive seamless cups. Lightweight cups of soft yet strong fabric shape and contain for a flattering look. With a fabric more opaque than single-ply bras, this style has an enhanced modesty without the … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Yesterday, I watched the new documentary on Netflix, “Feminists: What Were They Thinking?”. It stirred some hardcore memories of the culture in which I came of age. It is set in the 1970’s when powerful female voices emerged to rally the call for social equality. The story centers on Cynthia MacAdam’s book, Emergence, her photography of women who have been instrumental in the struggle for Women’s Rights. … Read More
Diamonds truly are a girl’s best friend, adding sophistication and style to any look. That’s why Curvy Couture highlights them in this new High Apex Diamond Net (1336) bra. A sexy sheer Diamond Net pattern with the perfect plunge will keep you feeling confident, comfortable and sparkling from within. This style features a diamond net pattern with high apex straps and our best selling graduated soft Tulip push-up pad … Read More
Kimberly McDonald’s signature #ilikerocks represents a lifelong passion expressed in her namesake collections of fine jewelry and home accessories, which center on a deep appreciation of the melding of the raw and the fine. In this collaboration, Kimberly McDonald’s elegant agate pattern is printed onto Hanky Panky’s signature stretch laces for a new take on personal adornment.… Read More
By TINA WILSON
THE FRENCH LINGERIE LOFT show, presented by Lingerie Francaise, was cozy, even quaint and it was a pleasant contrast to all the trade shows and fairs normally held in big cold spaces. I walked up the stairs after entering on Bleecker street and was greeted to a demonstration by Caudalie, the French skin care brand. Women were sitting around a big white wooden table sampling and applying … Read More