Imagine a confident woman, her tall slender figure striding effortlessly in wedged heels across the cobblestone streets of an ancient Italian city aglow with culture. She is on her way for a mid-day espresso, dressed in an understated, impeccably tailored suit. Jacket casually unbuttoned, a stunning stretch microfiber cropped push up bra with a sweetheart neckline and ¾ sleeves peeks out. She is wearing Cosabella’s Betsy bra, a creation of … Read More
Having lived a good part of my young adult life on the south shore beaches of Long Island, NY I was pretty familiar with the particular fashion life style of the surfing obsessed. It’s all about utility, function and comfort and of course the bikini reigns. But the most interesting focus for me was the rash guard. It’s presence in this market goes way beyond its original purpose: protection. It … Read More
Simple, sophisticated and modern, the Sapphire Bliss collection first caught my eye at Curve. These bridal intimates are a reflection of creative etiquette honed from a very young age. Stephanie Chen’s design passion has been part of her world since a young child. Now she brings her style to the lingerie market made entirely in New York.
Sunday was a beautiful day; perfect for an outdoor art show at The Bruce Museum in Greenwich Connecticut, so we decided to bring our grandson and take advantage of the fall air. It’s been a long time since I had an art infusion and this was a juried expo, so I hoped worthy of the effort. I was not at all disappointed, even though we had to take a side … Read More
Along my career path, I made a 10 year stop in Turkey, not the country, but a company whose base was in Istanbul. Charged with the management of some very key Private Label accounts as well as pivotal name brands, I was focused much of the time on fabric development. When it comes to fabric, particularly knits, Turkey is a mecca. The speed at which we could present new fabrics … Read More
Sumptuous. That is the one word that best articulates the Empreinte bridal bras. Exquisite details on tinted white, they are simultaneously light and luscious. Beautifully executed for the fuller busted woman, these are works of art worthy of underpinning any wedding dress.
Ten years ago at the ripe young age of 54 I decided to pursue a long time dream and began taking riding lessons. My passion for the sport has only grown and today, although I will never be an equestrian superstar, I am proud to say that I am more than a beginner. This includes understanding how to tack a horse and the necessity of quality gear to insure a … Read More
