We seldom think of the lingerie industry as a microcosm of the fashion world or of society in general. But in France, at least, it’s both.
A recent poll showed that 91% of French women and 83% of men believe that lingerie is an important part of life and l’amour. But who knew that spirit would spill over into the historic election that returned the Socialists under … Read More
This Week’s Intimate Discovery: A California Sleepwear Company Opens NYC Boutique
Yesterday, while working on a project with my colleague Margaret Shrum, aka The Lingerie Goddess, we decided to take a break and visit the recently opened Bedhead PJ store located on Elizabeth Street in downtown Manhattan. I wanted to show her my new favorite Bedhead print, New York Botanical, which is currently planted on a variety of their … Read More
Act IV. Scene 7, the body count is rising in what many consider Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy. Hamlet’s turn is coming, but not before Ophelia, unable to cope any longer… succumbs. Her brother, Laertes listens as Gertrude describes the scene:
There is a willow grows askant the brook
That shows his (hoar) leaves in the glassy stream.
Therewith fantastic garlands did she make
Of crowflowers, nettles, daisies, and … Read More
By Margaret Shrum
Last week, a new lover was celebrating his birthday and I couldn’t figure out what to buy him! He’s the kind of man who doesn’t need any material items and tends to be a bit of a workaholic, so after sharing my dilemma with a couple of close friends, we came up with the perfect gift! The gift of time together; an unforgettable night of fun filled … Read More
There is nothing quite as satisfying as owning an original. Americans love to discover new products, seize the message and then, spread the news. Such was the story of the Hanky Panky stretch lace thong which was catapulted into the spotlight when this silhouette emerged as a hot new trend in the lingerie market. But do not be deceived, this little underthing has been part of the Hanky Panky cadre … Read More
It seems like Spring is finally here. The weather was beautiful this weekend…Making for a great Mother’s Day. And I’m blown away by the number of Intimate Affairs happening this month! It says a lot to me about the growth of our Industry! Here are just a few Intimate Insights for the Week….
Last Thursday, the spectacular European Intimate Apparel brand Marlies Dekkers presented their upcoming Fall/Winter … Read More
I was 17 when I first realized that the human body was much more than a science phenomenon, but rather, a work of art. I purchased a book in Paris, which at the time, I thought was very risqué. Aptly named La Femme, it was a photographic memoir of the naked figure and my initial introduction to a woman’s body as a visual landscape. I was taught in art … Read More