By Tomima Edmark
I’m a big fan of the series Mad Men. The plots never fail to draw me in, and I couldn’t love the authentic look and feel of the sets more. I most look forward to seeing what the show’s women are wearing. The time period’s fashion staples – pencil skirts, snug sweaters, capri pants and dresses that nip in the waist – are meticulously recreated, right down … Read More
Despite all my global travel, I had never been to San Francisco. Now, my son has relocated there and I had a perfect excuse this weekend to take a detour on the way to see clients on the West Coast. He lives within striking distance of the Golden Gate Bridge and since this is an anchor of this charming city, he was very anxious to show it to me in … Read More
September is here. Hard to believe how time moves on. September is a very melancholic month for me. My beloved friend and sister in law, Celeste died several Septembers ago from cancer. Having ferried her through the 5 year fight to endure, I learned a thing or two about women suffering through this deadly scourge. Our industry pays special attention to breast cancer, which is fitting and admirable and will … Read More
Yesterday I got caught in a flash flood here in Connecticut. I was taking a riding lesson when a wicked downpour exploded over the ring. Thunder and lightning forced an immediate dismount. By the time we got the horses back to the barn, there was water everywhere and rising fast. We took refuge in the hayloft to wait it out. That storm defies the fact that summer is over even … Read More
Submitted by Angela Courtney, owner of Sweetest Sin
Boutique in Red Bank, New Jersey
I always knew I would own a business, I come from a line of small business owners and that passion & drive was instilled in me. While putting myself through school I worked in a lingerie boutique & just fell in love with the industry & helping women. Plus I love pretty lingerie….what girl doesn’t?! It … Read More
Caractère employs the Lou signature of masculine-feminine design by using graphic baroque embroidery design on tulle and a microfiber stripe that traces a woman’s curves. Available in Noir and Ardoise this eight piece collection is meant for bold spirit.
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Up in NH last week visiting & working with Shirley, we took the Portsmouth Harbor tour for a short reprieve. Passing by the now defunct Portsmouth Naval Prison, the infamous brig where Humphrey Bogart is rumored to have spent a brief respite, I got to thinking about his illustrious career. I am not much of a TV or Movie fan, but those old black and white films where he exudes … Read More