Thankfully, I am headed back to Cabo in a few weeks. I can use the change. I am feeling a modicum of melancholy today as I face down the realities of aging. Despite the fact that I work diligently to embrace a healthy lifestyle, I am never going to be a spring chicken again. Yet I can’t deny the wisdom of experience. It re-channels goals. Luckily, for me, as my … Read More
By JEAN CRISS
A personal and intimate interview with Author Cathi Locati and CEO of cathi.ink – Areola Architect of Medical Micropigmentation and Professional Fine Artist, well re-known for her figurative and portrait photo-realism images. Cathi.ink provides areola and nipple tattoos for breast patients after botched cosmetic enlargements or reductions, for breast cancer survivors after mastectomy, and performs other micropigmentation to create illusions and hide scars.
Cathi originally launched in … Read More
Stretchy and so soft, Coobie Seamless Bras introduces this flirty camisole with a pretty lace T-back strap in nine great colors! Made from a luscious, brushed nylon and spandex fabric blend. This one size camisole is ultra soft and stretchy with an extra long length and a soft lace “T” strap on the back. Perfect for layering or just by itself. One size fits 2-12. (no pads, no strap adjustments)… Read More
Trade shows are an opportunity to go beyond the obvious margin must haves and uncover new direction in the market. For me, the discovery of a new idea; be it marketing, merchandising or design is inspirational. Sometimes it’s must see lines mentioned to me by a buyer. Other times it’s a great product presentation that catches my eye. Often it’s just chance. I found some interesting brands at Curve, not … Read More
Wacoal’s March bra of the month, Retro Chic Underwire, is a vintage inspired bra with amazing lift, shape and support. This classic bra is such a best seller it was only fitting to include two new line additions, a t-shirt and wire free bra, to the mix. Our Retro Chic collection features a luxurious Chantilly lace design, adjustable straps and can be worn with our coordinating hi-cut brief.
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In spite of the snow and rain on the East Coast recently, Montelle is spreading some Spring cheer with our Blue Iris color now available in all your favorite bras and panties. Pictured here is our Pure t-shirt bra in sizes 32-38 A-D along with the ever-so-sexy cheeky thong available in XS-XL. You can also find this beautiful shade in Pure Plus, Wire-Free, Flirt, Absolute and Prodigy.… Read More
Derek Rose & Christine Lingerie
As usual, following the Paris Salon de la Lingerie and Interfiliѐre show, I attended all three days of the Curve NY Lingerie Expo. As the market is for me, the center of my focus, I spent a great deal of time foraging through different brand offerings to confirm and learn what my merchandising instincts have already told me is on the horizon for Fall 2016. … Read More