The NY Spring 18 Lingerie Market is imminent. We are currently enmeshed in industry trade shows: Mode City, Miami Swim, Curve just to name a few. I go to the shows with great expectations. Are there any creative product ideas with real potential momentum? Usually they emerge from entrepreneurial visionaries: women like Marlies Dekkers. Some years ago, Marlies brought strappy lingerie to the mainstream, by taking a then radical … Read More
We are pleased to welcome our newest Spotlight Partner, Oh La La Cheri. With the launch of their new Kaviar Premium Collection, this 10 year old brand continues its foray into new lingerie channels. Oh La La Cheri carries on its mission to design for women of all sizes who desire sexy lingerie just because they want it for themselves. SEE and READ more here… Read More
Last weekend, I invited my son and daughter-in-law to a barbecue at our Connecticut house. I also invited Tobin, their 50lb pit bull mix. Problem: they live in Brooklyn, use only public transportation and worry, as most childless couples do, about leaving their dog alone. Adding to the conundrum, the New York metro system recently banned animals not fitting into a tote bag from traveling on subways, buses and commuter … Read More
Once again, true to our desire to support fashion students and emerging lingerie designers, this week Alison highlights London School of Fashion Graduate Yumen He as she prepares to launch her first collection on line for her brand, Voiment Intimates. READ and SEE More HERE… Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
It’s very encouraging seeing the new talent that’s emerging within the lingerie industry. One such talent is Yuman He, an honors student from London College of Fashion who recently debuted Voiment Intimates as part of her graduating class final presentation. This brand is not currently offered in stores, but the following images give you an idea of what the designer is expected to launch on her website … Read More
Today, in our Bridal Briefs Column, we celebrate the heritage of lace, its impact on the lingerie business and its role in design, evident in the beauty of Maison Lejaby’s OUI bridal collection. READ and SEE more… Read More
A few weeks ago I reached out to several intimate brands that are known for their use of Leavers lace and asked them to provide me with some insight into the back story on this unique form of artistry. In particular, I am interested in Calais lace. Produced in Northern France, it is the birthright of lingerie and unfortunately a dying industry. (More about this in a later blog) One … Read More