I debated the inspiration of today’s article, torn between the rage that is Hurricane Irma and the visit I made Saturday to The Metropolitan Museum of Art to participate in The Shady Ladies Tour. The dichotomy of these two experiences speaks for itself, or does it. Challenge, either by Mother Nature or the courtesans depicted through Art History can still be defined as provocation, rebellion and confrontation. Both are symbols, … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Like something straight out of a Wes Anderson movie, comes Karen Mabon sleepwear. This British-based label, established in 2013, specializes in silk pajamas made from original illustrated prints that are both unexpected and personality-packed. The designer is also known for her printed silk scarves, and a number of collaborations and bespoke designs for brands such as Anthropolgie, Lane Crawford, Vogue, Bloomingdales, etc. In fact, it’s worth taking … Read More
Enter a garden of intimate delights and experience a more delicate side of nature. Montelle‘s new Mystic Garden plunge bra in this rich deep burgundy, is created with an airy light stretch floral embroidery. The seductive neckline offers many wardrobe options. Lightly lined and available 32-38 A-F.
For casual comfort, this pretty Bralette from the Mystic Garden Group is created with the same gorgeous stretch lace available in S-XL … Read More
Last week I visited Helen Sánchez at her Chelsea (NYC) Atelier. Fruit, rugelach, coffee and a lengthy conversation about the loss of “affordable” luxury at retail ensued. I’ve known from the onset that the evolution of big box stores into a banker’s paradise would stem the tide of design creativity at retail. But I really believe in the pendulum effect (I’ve been reading a lot of history this summer). Art … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
My grandfather was a last minute shopper. He wasn’t much of a gift guy – in fact, my mother has lots of memories of sale gifts hastily wrapped in newspaper for many special occasions. But not when it came to my grandmother’s birthday.. He would walk into the fanciest lingerie store in town and buy a full matching set for his wife, instructing them to wrap it … Read More
Introducing your new fall favorite, Wacoal’s Perfect Primer collection. Fabric so soft and smooth you’ll have to feel it to believe it. An inset geometric lace along the neckline also adds a subtle, decorative design without showing through clothing.
The collection’s Full Figure Underwire Bra is the ultimate everyday bra. Irresistibly soft fabric pairs with the Wacoal fit and quality to ensure all-day support. With kicked-in back straps, you’ll have … Read More
I wonder if C.S. Lewis knew exactly how much his use of Turkish Delight as a provocative ploy by the evil witch in The Chronicles of Naria would become a symbol of seduction. This delectable candy took on a magical connotation as the evil enchantress used it as bait to induce the impressionable young Edmund to her will (The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe). This ancient dessert, perfumed with … Read More