by Marina Rybak
I was curious to learn about the origin of the words to inspire and was thrilled to discover that it simply means to breathe into, derived from the Latin word inspirare.
How refreshing and easy it is to initiate the creative process when all you need to do is inhale, to take a breath of fresh air and be ready to receive. How magical it is … Read More
By Moira Nelson
I think I’m starting to see the light at the other end of the tunnel…. Although, I still have several “market week” appointments this week. We should just start calling it Market Month!
The Lingerie Designer Showcase and CurveNY were a success. Buyers from around the world attended the trade shows and other industry related events. Now, Curve is headed West… CURVENV runs from August 21st… Read More
By Morgan O’Neill
When I was young and highly impressionable I was seduced by the idea of heroism. I fell in love with the notion of being a hero, with saving the day. Like every other child of the fifties I was there when Superman came to comic book life to save Metropolis and Lois Lane from evil doers. Yet, in spite of Superman’s heroic deeds, there was always something … Read More
By Ali Cudby
This year’s Curvexpo in New York revealed a number of manufacturers that are catering increasingly to the cohort of full-figured women. This marks a shift from previous years, when the full-busted market got more of the attention.
What differentiates full-figured from full-busted? Here’s the line of demarcation used in my book Busted! The Fab Foundations Guide to Bras That Fit, Flatter and Feel Fantastic: Full-busted is … Read More
Colorful 2013 collections from Ari Dein, Bordelle, Karen Lu, Yummie Tummie and Fleur of England at CurveNY.
I have always believed in the power of color; its impact on merchandising and the way this visual tool can drive sales. So, I was really pleased to see this message at CurveNY this week. It was a virtual garden blooming in the Javits Center with the injection of color into every class … Read More
By Moira Nelson
It’s that time of the year…. Too much lingerie; not enough time to do all of the things I want to do! From trade shows to press previews, market week kick-off parties, fashion shows, seminars, conferences and other events…. There’s no rest for the weary!
On Wednesday, August 1, 2012, The Intimate Apparel Council hosted an Intimate Affair at the Union League Club in NYC. Marshal Cohen, … Read More
Rejuvenation of luxury market brands at CurveNY ~ Olivia Von Halle, Naked Princess & Jane Woolrich.
CurveNY is always an education and Day One at the show did not disappoint. I remained disciplined, for once, navigating the entire exhibit to gain an overview before getting pulled in to any booths by vendors wanting to preview their Spring 2013 product. There will be much to report, but for me, the first … Read More