So many decisions during the wedding planning process. Pleasure State collections prove that their are many alternative choices.READ and SEE more … Read More
I had so much difficulty organizing this post; visual, technical and creative issues gave me blog brain. I began to think about all the choices a bride has to make between her engagement and honeymoon. There must be a parallel somewhere, because from what I have learned trolling through the wedding business, the decisions are often complex, confusing and somewhat overwhelming. A perfectly intelligent, generally calm woman develops Bridal Brain. … Read More
Several weeks ago, even though I told them not to bother, Lise Charmel sent me a gorgeous bra from their number one best-selling collection, Dressing Floral. Frankly, I am beastly to fit; it is rare that a delicate looking bra could support me through one of my 12 hour work days. This style is so precious; it reminds me of an ethereal spider web. Like a web, it is difficult … Read More
By ALI CUDBY
In last month’s She Buzz column I wrote about body image as an important part of empowering women.
I saw a photo of myself on a family vacation when I was 13 years old. At a point when I was trying to figure out how I felt about my curvy body.
It must have been prophetic, choosing to write about that moment in my life.
A few … Read More
Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Deedee Crosland, owner and publisher of The Lingerie Stories, an inclusive digital community that explores the intimate apparel industry. This podcast is an interview she produced from our discussion revealing insight into my career and the industry of which I have been a part for the past 30 years. We at Lingerie Briefs are particularly excited by Deedee’s venture into this … Read More
I met Erica Young several years ago at the Salon de Lingerie in Paris. She was showcasing her legwear line and when I passed her stand, I stopped dead in my tracks. As an x-Hosiery buyer, I was stunned at the creativity and imagination in Erica’s tights. Apparently I was not alone. Some time later, Beyoncé discovered and subsequently met Erica. Wearing her legwear on stage as well as in … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Erica M. is a New York-based brand known for creating alluring legwear and bodysuits that double as a decorative second skin. Each piece is made combining high-tech knitting patterns and designer Erica Young’s intricate, provocative designs. They are truly body art.
Established in 2012 with a primary focus on hosiery, Erica M. has since expanded into lingerie with an emphasis on bodysuits with strategically placed design details. … Read More