By ELLEN LEWIS
On September 28th, the inimitable Jos Berry founder, and creative director of Concepts Paris, will be hosting the Creativ’Lab live at the New York Interfiliere show. (Details Here) For me, personally, Concepts Paris has, for the majority of my career, been the premiere source for researching the creative process in lingerie design and development. The information that Jos and her team share is … Read More
Fresh, modern and sensual. The 2017 addition of the Strappy Lace Push Up to Curvy Couture’s best selling Tulip Lace collection is sure to be a winner. A delicate scallop lace overlay on the balconette shape is the same style as the classic and by adding the sheer neckline and sexy over-bust cage accents, this plus-size bra has you ready for adventuresome evening wear. For a natural lift, they’ve added … Read More
September is all about various shades of red for Fall 2017. The highlights include Panache Lingerie‘s best selling Envy bra in ruby red shade as well as the sexy and supportive Etta and Quinn from Panache Black in the perfect burgundy shades for Fall.
Quinn makes a comeback in a glamorous Scarlet shade, finished with gold detailing. The perfect luxury lingerie set for the festive season features the detailed … Read More
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