By KIMBERLY BERGER
Elomi
It’s buying season for the swimwear industry and I have been on the go since July. The Swim Show in Miami, MAGIC and Curve in Las Vegas and Surf Expo in Orlando all provide an opportunity to preview what is new for the coming season and I attend them all. The swimwear trends for 2020 are a celebration of the natural beauty of Mother Nature and … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
While we may be in the throes of summer, Fall fashions are popping up in stores right now, and one of the most fun accessories for the upcoming season is legwear. For that reason, featuring German legwear brand Simone Wild seems especially timely. The brand is best known for its luxurious velvet socks, and over the past few years has expanded to latex socks/thigh highs and body … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
I’ve been thinking a lot about big life changes lately. This isn’t surprising, since I’m moving across the country this week! Now that the chaos of packing up has mostly worn off, I’m finding myself excited about the upcoming autumn season and all of the new beginnings that come with it. As a result, it seems fitting that I’m writing about maternity bras this week, since they … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Every season, caddy corner to the Curve show, is The Lingerie Selection: A boutique trade show hosted by its founders, Maggie Gillette and Melissa Franchi. Entering its 5th year as an alternative venue for indie brands, it has been anchored since its inception by Maggie’s and Melissa’s collections, The Giving Bride and Nevaeh. Also on board this August, were Loulette, Hesper Fox, Edge of Beyond, … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Skin
In the past, I have interlaced swimwear impressions in the Intimate overview I post following the CurveNY show. But this market there seemed to be more brands showing beachwear warranting more discussion about the category. Swimwear is a natural segue from the lingerie channel: there are similarities in fabrics, fit, and now function. Swimwear is experiencing the same crossover effect as Intimate Apparel, not only … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Only Hearts
Curve NY wrapped up last week and as I always do, I spent 3 solid days at the show. It was definitely more robust, with an interesting layout and meaningful seminars. I received healthy feedback. The mainstream brands dominated the venue showcasing their current product perspective. For my part, there was a definitive macro message: Comfort first and foremost: in bras, shapewear, panties, and particularly … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Lingerie does not need to be flashy or impractical to be sexy; it can be an everyday indulgence that works with your active lifestyle. French lingerie brand Icone has recognized this from the beginning, with designs that fit into the sexy, yet practical category perfectly. In fact, the Icone brand was created in 2014 by Marion Toccacieli with the intention of “making lingerie accessible to all”. This … Read More