I grew up in a home where charity was a mandate. Even at a very young age, when my allowance was $.25, my parents insisted that I put a nickel a week in an envelope to donate to charity. My Dad, busy with his law practice, was President of our Temple, President of the Red Cross Brooklyn chapter, and involved in countless other organizations. My mom, a full time housewife, … Read More
by JEAN CRISS
I am a true believer in Genetic Counseling. I had my first genetic testing after I conceived my first child, and then again with my second child with amniocentesis; a very common and known procedure for women over 35 who conceive later in life. This is when a small sample of the amniotic fluid which protects the fetus from injury and helps to regulate the temperature … Read More
Spots and Dots have been an intimate part of couture and lingerie for as long as I can remember. From prints to textile design to photography, they are a ubiquitous element of our fashion culture. Above Christian Dior and Princess Tam Tam. Below Hanky Panky and Sølve Sundsbø. Found on Pinterest
Dita Von Teese and Valentino
Unknown and Yves St Laurent
What Katie Did and Toru and Naoko
The Merci Myrtle Blue bras: 2-Part Underwire, Push-Up, Demi and G-Memory Foam T-shirt bra
Add polish and glamour with a chic myrtle blue bra for your lingerie collection. The Merci collection by Chantelle offers an everyday lace line with a geometric look, featuring foliage positioned over a stripe. Its soft lace makes it exceptionally comfortable to wear.
Merci Myrtle Blue panties: Bikini, Tanga and Shorty
I stopped by the Honeydew showroom in NYC this week to get an update on this LA vibe brand known for their kicky, pretty, sexy intimates. Think of the rumba panty, a signature mainstay since the company debuted in 2002. Honeydew Intimates has become part of retailer’s underwear infrastructure and continue to stand firm as a consumer favorite. But as they continue to forge new frontiers, it is the everyday … Read More
Vivienne embodies the image of a rebellious woman with boundless energy and a desire to stand out without being provocative. In a simple yet striking design, this theme puts a new twist on a decidedly confident character. A range inspired by the Seventies artistic scene, combining aesthetics and originality for an intensely seductive look that translates as a strong desire for freedom.
Vivienne by Empreinte Lingerie mixes up styles with … Read More
Lucky for me, I am willing to try new things. Too bad for me that I had made an assumption about the Miraclesuit swimwear brand. I thought this brand was for older women (not that I don’t fit into that category) who do water exercises in their club pools. A few weeks ago, I spent time with the brand’s marketing team in their NY showroom basically because I am on … Read More