I have wanted to highlight the Kentia Tulip bra from Barbara Lingerie ever since I saw it at Curve last February, but somehow time has slipped away. Respecting its 85 year old heritage this brand is surging forward into the 21st century with styles that capture the modern woman’s desire for easy comfort, elegance and beauty. This 3 part lace bra is designed with a unique leaf patterned motif, … Read More
By Jené Luciani
Something I’ve been pontificating lately is the sudden usage of the word “lazy,” in reference to lingerie. Recently, Bravo star-turned-mogul Bethenny Frankel released her line of shapewear via Dreamwear known as Skinnygirl Solutions. At the press preview, she proclaimed that it was “lazy” lingerie. Why? Because, as a 41-year old working mom and entrepreneur, she still has to please her husband too. This smoothing-and-shaping line of … Read More
By Margaret Shrum
Nicole Daedone is a coveted speaker, author, and educator focusing on the connection between orgasm, intimacy, and life. She is the founder of OneTaste, a exciting company bringing a new meaning of what orgasm is to women. The practice at the heart of her work is called OM or Orgasmic Meditation. OM uniquely combines the tradition of extended orgasm with Nicole’s own interest in Zen Buddhism, mystical
By Cristina Casciano-King
With the scorching hot weather we have been having here in Brooklyn, and the beyond its hard to even think about wearing tights, leggings or any sort of close fitting garment.
However, despite the heat wave people are still stepping out in Tights and Shorts. I personally love the look of tights and shorts. Any excuse to wear tights is good for me. The trend has caught … Read More
Several months ago, I had the rare opportunity to examine the lingerie archives at The Putnam History Museum in NY with my friend Gale, Creative Director and owner of Hanky Panky. Gale was doing research for a special vintage inspired collection she was planning that pays homage to Lingerie’s beginnings. Her muse was the original handmade bra and panty set that launched the Hanky Panky business in 1977 and … Read More
By Moira Nelson
I am pleased to announce the launch of The Lingerie Alliance- www.TheLingerieAlliance.com! Inspired by the enthusiasm surrounding the Brand Affair Panel Discussion and Lingerie Exhibition we hosted during February market, my partner Luis Paredes, publisher of The Lingerie Journal & founder of The Lingerie Journal Designer Showcase, and I set out to create The Lingerie Alliance, an interactive, online collaborative community of professionals in the intimate … Read More
By Layla L’Obatti
In the middle of summer’s heat we are all focused on staying cool and comfortable. Whether that means lounging by the pool, in front of the air conditioner or sipping iced tea on the porch watching the sunset, there’s likely some form of loungewear involved. So let’s take a look back at styles that have paved the way for the popularity of loungewear in our culture today.… Read More