It’s really hot outside. Today, New York is pushing 100 degrees. I am thinking that the Cloisters in upper Manhattan might be a good place to be in this oppressive weather. I was driving past the Fort Tyron exit and it occurred to me that this museum wrought in the medieval architectural style of a European abbey might just be a way to escape, not only the heat, but the … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
If you aren’t familiar with the song Whatever Lola Wants from the musical “Damn Yankees”, you might want to play that first to fully understand the inspiration behind today’s lingerie feature. The works you see here are by Los Angeles-based designer Lisa Nicole Harbottle for the luxury lingerie brand Lola Devlin. Founded in 2009 with a shop on Etsy, the label is about to reach new … Read More
These hot and steamy lazy days of summer call for comfort. Montelle’s wire-free bra is your perfect go-to summer bra. Light and airy, yet still supportive. Indulge in a pop of vibrant color with this beautiful Sunkist Coral as pictured. Also available in Blue Iris, Seashell and Botanic Print. Wirefree is available in A-F cups and 32-40 bands. Adjustable straps can be worn classic, halter or in multi-way crossback styling. … Read More
Swim season is in high gear, which in the world of retail often means that the summer sales are front and center. For buyers, the Spring 17 season is in full bloom. Last week was Salon Mode City in Lyon, France and today, The Miami Swim Show takes off. I was going to attend, but I’ve got terrific eyes on site with my colleague, Kimberly Berger, owner of Lion’s Lair … Read More
This blog is about a different kind of product, a book written by my esteemed colleague, Elisabeth Dale. The book, The Bra Zone, is a comprehensive tome about all things bras. It is not a basic fit manual, like so many other stories out there, but rather, a well-researched insight into every issue a woman (or man) could possibly confront in her/ his journey to breast acceptance. If I owned … Read More
Le Mystere is very excited to be introducing an innovative new addition to the top selling Safari collection. Safari Invisible comfort bra features the signature sophisticated look of the Safari collection with invisible comfort and amazing new Ultra flex technology. First lets talk about the outside of this bra. Featuring a beautifully shaped neckline covered in our signature Safari lace these foam pads are lined with soft brushed micro suede … Read More
Sometime in the mid 1990’s, I was foraging through a music store across the street from the Sorbonne in Paris, looking for old Tina Turner CD’s (yes, CD’s) when one of the guys working there introduced me to the formidable talent of Millie Jackson. The moment I heard her belt out the passionate anthem, “Keep the Home Fire Burning”, I was struck by her powerful call to action. The … Read More