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page-one1aEnsconced here in sunny Mexico, veteran north-easterner that I am, it is sometimes difficult for me to remember that the holidays are upon us. That’s not to say that there are no festivities, because of course there are. But one doesn’t really witness it from every direction quite like in North America.  However, a sure fact is the transformation that occurs nightly in Cabo San Lucas as the town becomes … Read More


LOU-ENVOUTANTE
The Envoutante line by LOU is certain to set the standard for seduction this season. The sheer leavers lace fabric is adorned with subtle pink metalized trim and satin bows, for a very glamorous effect. Available in Noir and Curacao, A-F cups.… Read More


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A few nights ago, I was coasting through the Netflix menu looking for an appropriate babysitter for my 21 month old grandson, Jude, when I happened upon an exquisite marine documentary, “Under the Sea”.  Filmed for IMAX, the close up slow motion photography was mesmerizing. I was completely seduced. The collage of colors and shapes undulating beneath a shimmering light was exquisite. Even Jude was transfixed as we watched this … Read More


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When my sister in law was married in Paris a few years ago, albeit a very intimate party, there was something somewhat “Je ne sais quoi” about the whole affair.  It’s that French chic that permeates most everything one sees in this elegant city.  No lingerie design house possesses this style more then the venerable Cadolle. Every detail; stitch, ribbon, fagoting, embroidery, fabric, boning and lace reminds me who … Read More


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When I was a teenager, the preppy trend was huge and the hot item for the “cool” girls was the Lilly Pulitzer® shift dress made famous by the Oprah of the day, Jackie Kennedy. The 60’s were a trans-formative fashion era as the prissy 50’s relaxed into the audacious 70’s. Rebellious color combinations were emerging and the designer at its roots was Lilly Pulitzer®. Recognized for her free spirit, she … Read More


Save Your Bra!

By John Festa

YOU’RE HOT!

98.7 degrees Fahrenheit to be exact. This is why you should not wear the same bra two days in a row.

I’m sure you’ve seen a newspaper on the street that is starting to turn brown from being outside in the sun. The paper is slowly burning. It is oxidizing. Fire is rapid oxidation. Body heat will cause the delicate parts of your intimates to … Read More


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