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BRIEF ALERT! Amulette

This Week’s Intimate Discovery:  A Magical Columbian Brand Casts Its Spell in North America

Every time I shop in Anthropologie, I feel as if I am in an eclectic fairy tale.  This poetic boutique is a wonderland of fashion vignettes meant to satisfy a whimsical and creative lifestyle.  It is no wonder that I was able to discover the  Amulette Lingerie brand woven into this store’s cutting edge assortment.   Exquisitely crafted in the finest … Read More


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I have always been drawn to the timeless beauty of seasoned products ripe with history.  I like the backstory, even if it’s a figment of my imagination.  When I was in my 20’s, I used to scour the retro clothing stores in NYC searching for unique pieces of vintage clothing that expressed my proclivity for  nostalgic chic.  I collected hand decorated cashmere sweaters, replete with satin ribbons and crystal buttons.  I donned cut glass deco … Read More


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Intrigued by the kitschy British design aesthetic perpetuated by the fun and flirty UK brand, Playful Promises, I sent my sister, who lives in London, to see their store and report back to me on her findings.  Result: she spent a lot of money on lingerie that “she did not need but could not resist”.  She said she had “a lot of fun” shopping at Playful Promises and I can understand why.  Very geared … Read More


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BRIEF ALERT! Bettie Page

This Week’s Intimate Discovery:  Secrets In Lace reveals an Iconic Collection

For several years now I have been an admirer of the Secrets In Lace e-commerce site.  It’s not only that I am impressed with the clear merchandising message, but also the methodical approach to building a niche identity that owner, Dan Whitsett has achieved.  Founded as the go to site for authentic 100% nylon stockings, Secrets In Lace has expanded into a retro-haven … Read More


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