By ELLEN LEWIS
A few weeks ago, I was having a lingerie product conversation with my colleague, Adrienne Coléon Gaskell, Director of Communications for Simone Pérèle and sister brand Implicite US. In our discussion about the Implicite brand, she asked me a rhetorical question: What is sexy? To quote her: “not the lingerie itself, but rather the conversation between the lingerie and the person who wears it”. What a … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
I have a soft spot for lingerie that is dance-inspired…and Just A Corpse hit the target! This high-end leisure and body-wear brand clearly draws its inspiration from dance and fashion, and the result is a sensual collection of designs that are meant for movement. No stiff underwire or constricting garments here. Just think, if you can move any which way wearing Just a Corpse, imagine how well … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
I know it’s still cold and snowy other places, but here in New Orleans it’s been spring for at least two weeks.The camellia bushes in my courtyard are blooming and the sweet olive trees are bursting with blossoms that smell like peach candy. It’s been so lovely that I’ve spent most days turning my front porch into a makeshift office, so I can work outside while my … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Usually, by the time I return to Cabo San Lucas each March, the hump backs have begun their migration back to Alaska from their warm Mexican breeding grounds. But this year, it has been unusually cool here and as a result, there are still plenty of whales and their offspring offshore. Not one to miss an obvious opportunity, I decided to hire a boat and try this … Read More
By HELEN MASTERS
At a time when all eyes are on Britain – thanks to the imminent arrival of Brexit day… many commentators have been debating what being British is all about and indeed what the British way of life will be going forward. In an attempt to glam up the conversation at a time when many Brits are quite frankly bored or frustrated with the politics of Brexit, I … Read More
The bra fit revolution of the 21st century has empowered all women to find comfort and support from their bras – no more trying to squeeze an H cup into a D cup as in decades gone by. As a 28H, Katy Payne, the British-based owner of the Katherine Hamilton designer lingerie brand, has followed the lingerie industry for years and been delighted to see the expansion of choice … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Have you ever noticed that shopping for basics is the hardest type of shopping? It’s always the one simple thing that is the hardest to find: a great basic black dress or a truly fabulous pair of jeans. If you’re plus size, it’s even harder to stock up on the basics. Sometimes they just aren’t made, or they’re low quality or completely unflattering. Luckily, Hanky Panky … Read More