By Ali Cudby
I received an email from a woman recently, and she was very upset. “Ali, Can you please help me understand what I’m doing wrong with my bra?” She went on to tell me about a shopping experience she’d had at a specialty boutique. She’d had a fitting, and the concept of sister sizing had come up. The fitter told her the smaller band/larger cup combo was better … Read More
With a clean and modern look, the new Strapless Convertible Bra is detailed with our signature Montelle lace and designed with a small bump pad for enhanced cleavage. Included are matching straps that can be styled classic, halter, one strap or cross back and positioned anywhere along the the multi-position band for endless styling options. Available throughout the year in Nude and Black. Band sizes 30 to 40 Cup … Read More
I first became aware of the Jonquil Lingerie Collection some years ago, when the booth I was manning at the Salon De Lingerie in Paris was situated across the aisle. What impressed me the most was how busy they were. Watching Diane Samandi, founder of this romantic and vintage inspired collection working non-stop with buyers from around the world, was very motivating. Holding fast to its old Hollywood routes, the … Read More
Inspired by prêt-a-porter, Troublante epitomizes the signature LOU look of exquisitely embroidered tulle.… Read More
by Marina Rybak ~ Moon & Venus
Enveloped in its own controversies, the corset has been holding its firm grip on the feminine principle for half of the millennium. Its original function was to emphasize a slender waist, perceived as a sign of great feminine beauty. It was viewed as a status symbol of the elite, whose ability to be restrained in such a manner was associated with being virtuous … Read More
Many years ago, during my tenure as a buyer at the venerable Abraham & Straus, now part of Macy’s, I was given a choice of positions, most within my comfort zone; ready to wear and accessories. However, there was an opening in the Cosmetics Division and I decided to take that job, because I was curious about this category where merchandising was driven primarily by the vendor and marketing ruled … Read More
Élégance through architecture: the Chantelle Mouvance Demi Bra embraces the feminine form with graphic openwork embroidery and mesh, creating lines of undulating movement. With a Balconette coverage and vertical seam in the cup for an uplift effect, this chic bra is a mix of classic Parisian and modern Art Deco style, the embodiment of artistry through movement. Available in 32-38, B to G … Read More