Keepsakes ~ La Perla

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My first encounter with the essence of the La Perla brand happened during my Macy days when, on a business trip to Italy, my market rep, Gianna, took me to visit this company’s then family owned factory located in Bologna.  It is here where I witnessed firsthand the intricate and time consuming handwork required to perfectly position and delicately sew the exquisitely designed Leavers laces and embroidered tulle pieces that … Read More


BLUSH_SPR14_TRUE-BLISSTRUE BLISS by Blush – Demi Chemise set in luscious white veil is a perfect gorgeous set for all brides and other special occassions!

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Here’s a bit of trivia that appears to be more and more relevant lately in the bra market: Canadians have been proffering wire free bras for years now. Why? Rumor has it that they believe there is a direct correlation between breast health and the wire worn so close to the source. I, for one, do not buy it. But it might be why it took a Montreal based company, … Read More


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One might think that a petite woman has no wedding dress woes. But perfection matters to every bride.  Remember that this woman has a small frame and enhancing her assets is part of the presentation.  The Little Bra Company caters to a woman who wants to make the best of what she has.  Here the Sascha strapless and the Lucia blue lined lace overlay padded push up promise smooth, supportive … Read More


The minute I met Michelle Metens, owner and designer of Dollhouse Bettie, at Curve NY, I knew I was speaking to a merchandising soul mate.  Even ensconced in a wheelchair and in some serious pain; she broke her leg while setting up the show, Michelle was determined to make sure I understood her mission.  Deferring to reality, I convinced her that we would wait until after surgery to chat.  … Read More


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My colleague Jessica, Sale’s aficionado extraordinaire at Le Mystѐre, told me a very interesting wedding lingerie tale last week.  Full disclosure, I am not sure she wants me to repeat it, but it’s such a testimonial to the brand’s bridal solution bras, that I just have to share.  When Jessica got married, she wore a gorgeous strapless low back trumpet style dress.  As some might know, wedding gowns can … Read More


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Jessica solved her underpinning woes with the Soiree bustier available 32-40, B – G cup.  Adding the lace overlay version, Sensuelle, was an obvious next step for Le Mystѐre.  Some brides want the extra embellishment. But all of the Le Mystѐre bridal foundation solutions are a perfect retail fix.

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