Audacious, sexy, sophisticated, and glamourous, the Sublime en Dentelle Collection from Lise Charmel takes luxury to new heights of French chic. This 18-piece range is defined by Lise Charmel’s exclusive Calais-Caudry® Leaver’s lace combined with a unique Italian floral embroidery on fine translucent tulle. Worthy of the brand signature of exquisitely designed lingerie are 8 bras, 6 panty shapes, garter belt and chemise. Lise Charmel also includes a silk/ wool … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I went to the Curve LA show last week, having missed its much-applauded 2020 launch, the last live lingerie hurrah pre-covid. The event blueprint was small, but buyer feedback was excellent. It was absolutely an affirmation of all I stated in my Curve NY feature. Vivid Colors are dominant. Prints prevail. Casual wear continues its ascent. The Sexy comeback is driven by transparent fabrics, beautiful embroideries, … Read More
By LINDA DYETT
The world was put on notice this summer when Billie Eilish ditched her oversize grunge-wear and posed on the cover of British Vogue in a rosy pink corset, complete with buckled waist cincher—a Gucci confection custom-designed for her. And just to add to the explosion of va-va-voom satiny femininity, beneath that corset was a set of lacy Agent Provocateur underwear, while accompanying it were a pair … Read More
By ESTELLE PULESTON
If ever a lingerie brand existed that transcended mere fashion to become undisputable art, it was Strumpet & Pink. Founded in 2002 as a collaboration between Lisa Z Morgan and Melanie Probert, the label mostly closed down when Melanie passed away in 2015 – although some designs are still available to order (more on that later).
Focused on limited-edition and one-of-a-kind pieces of the most luxurious … Read More
Maison Lejaby’s Fall 21 interpretation of their signature Nufit Garden collection conjures the Moonlight as evening emerges and the garden darkens and disappears under the night skies. Rendered in earthy tones the floral prints are almost imperceptible against the skin. Two bras and three panty shapes engineered in the classic Nufit Garden mesh complement four textured woven pajama styles: shorts, pants, camisole and shirts, all interchangeable. All the raw materials … Read More
by ASI EFROS
BraXière is a development company that redefines how women’s underwear is created. In the last 100 years, basic lingerie designs have remained unchanged, especially in the areas related to women’s health.
BraXiere fills the gap by providing women with an excellent wire-free, two-part hybrid bra that is multifunctional, comfortable, beautiful and well-fitting. The collection is designed in France and manufactured in a small workshop near Saint-Etienne with … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Breast Cancer. Not a pretty picture. Too many women must navigate this apocalyptic landscape. Besides the obvious body siege, breast cancer surgery and all its ramifications are so overwhelming that entire businesses are focused on supporting the cause. I have seen and listened to many, some powerful, others questionable. There are great brands dealing with mastectomy products and education. I have the utmost respect for those. I … Read More