It’s peak swim season here in the Northern Hemisphere, and those shops that recognize the profit power of bathing suits engineered to fit large breasted women, are reaping the rewards. Frankly, until I began to explore the swim market, I never realized just how big the business is. It eclipses lingerie for sure; yet as extensive as the category is, I am a bit taken aback by the dearth of … Read More
Sheer, thong-back signature lace teddy flaunts a slick and shiny front panel of liquid stretch jersey.
Hanky Panky After Midnight®’s super sultry “Slick” collection in wet-look jersey combined with Signature Lace is perfect for a night out—or a night in.
Here in Mexico, I find myself attracted to colors that I would never consider for my wardrobe back in New York. Color seems to dominate the culture. Last week my friend Kelly took me to a boutique in San Jose de Cabo that caters to women looking for true Mexican design rather than flee market souvenirs. I, who rarely enjoys shopping (except for work); found myself mesmerized by the vibrant … Read More
By ALI CUDBY
I was fascinated by a recent article, discussing women’s ideas about body size, in Salon.com. Part of the article examines the impact of media on how women see themselves.
I’ll summarize…it’s unhealthy.
Here are a few highlights:
On average, women in North America say their ideal body weight is 13 to 19 percent below their medically ideal weight.
Women’s sense of self-image is influenced by their … Read More
Full Bloom, one of b.tempt’d’s best selling underwire bra styles, is now available in dazzling blue. It features a beautiful allover stretch lace equipped with molded cups and a mesh lining for added support. The open window feature at center gore and fully adjustable decorative elastic straps make this an ideal bra to be worn with tanks, blouses and button-downs.… Read More
Some time ago I was at a Canyon Ranch Spa with my friend Adrienne who owned a better bra fitting boutique in the Midwest. When she saw me wearing a Prima Donna bra with (I won’t admit what brand) cotton panties, she almost had a heart attack. Dismayed, she could not believe that I, a proponent of upscale intimates would not be wearing matching underpants. This conundrum has confronted me … Read More
Hello Ellen,
I started AnaOno soon after I had a double mastectomy at 28 years old. I was diagnosed with breast cancer a day before my birthday and 2 months before my wedding! As I started my journey, it never crossed my mind that my lingerie drawer would be a problem after my surgery. It is whirl wind of treatment, surgeries and doctors appointments, I kept telling myself…”After the next … Read More