By ELLEN LEWIS
Arriving in Paris last week, I visited the stores to get some insight on current Spring trends. It’s a challenge in January in France, as the entire retail apparel industry is on sale obliterating most of the new collections. There is, however, one area of foresight and that is the swimwear floor. I find this particularly interesting as this category has always been a precursor of what … Read More
by TINA WILSON
Lately I’ve been into trilogies. Film trilogies. Novel trilogies. The word trilogy is exciting and mysterious as it signifies that there is more to come. In many ways the intimate apparel world is a trilogy of the body, namely the butt, the waist, and the breasts. Those of us in this industry have spent lifetimes in search of ways to contain, enhance, and maneuver these parts of … Read More
An exciting new addition this season from Montelle, Pillow Talk contrasts feminine hues with sheer neutral grounds, for a modern twist to vintage laces. What’s old is now new again! Seeing a generational shift in the industry, young women are exploring & loving looks that were worn in the 70s-80s-90s. Montelle is right on-trend with this 6 piece collection in a gorgeous Champagne & Rosebloom color.
Montelle’s designer shares her … Read More
It’s a new year, time for a stylish, new and supportive sports bra! How about one in Smart Rose? Anita Active has just introduced this gorgrous color on their award winning DynamiX Star Sports Bra! Winner of the ISPO Award and the renowned Red Dot Design Award, this top performance bra is the epitome of form and function.
This maximum support sports bra has Anita’s, exclusive, ergonomic strap support … Read More
by ESTELLE PULESTON
I first came across Italian lingerie brand VALERY on a trip to Venice, when my eye was caught – and my breath taken away – by a window display featuring the most beautiful silk and lace bra set in a rich jewel green. I couldn’t believe I hadn’t heard of this brand before! And yet as it turned out, it was far from being a new one.… Read More
This month Lise Charmel reveals the power of red lingerie, luxurious, dramatic, and sexy. Drawing from four legacy collections, Dressing Floral, Soir de Venise, Splendeur Soie and Glamour Couture, the brand showcases its best-in-class intimates in this quintessential color of love; red. Red is a symbol of romance, passion, and splendor. Red lipstick, red nail polish, a red dress; when a woman wears red she draws attention, professes confidence and … Read More
Innovative materials, dedication to sustainability, a pursuit of well being and rooted in product integrity, the Calida brand has always been a family affair. This month, this 75-year-old Swiss company previews its A/W 2023 collections for women, men, and kids. Sleepwear, loungewear, athleisure, and underwear basics are interspersed with updated and new styles. Calida’s spirit remains true to its cottage core design concept and its integral relationship with nature. This … Read More