By ESTELLE PULESTON
Beyza Kirilmaz and Ipek Ustay, the former a graduate in fashion design and the latter in art history, founded Turkish brand VALNUE earlier this year after discovering a shared frustration with the lingerie industry. Although they both loved the idea of styling intimates into their outerwear looks, the lingerie they could find around them was typically either too revealing to make it work, or too basic to … Read More
By TINA WILSON ~
On August 6th, 2024, the Underfashion Club will hold its Femmy Awards gala at Cipriani in NYC. I have had the pleasure and the privilege to be President of this honorable organization for 6 years. Our mission in simple terms is to give financial aid to talented students as well as mentorship and education to our club members. Our design contest theme this year … Read More
Among the vast spectrum of hues, blues and greens stand out as perennial favorites worldwide. When these two beloved colors converge, they give rise to the enchanting color of teal. Montelle has declared their version of this rich, Moroccan teal color: SURF. This bold shade along with mint lace accents make for a gorgeous fashion fusion!
Pure Plus Full Coverage T-Shirt Bra is stunning in the new Surf with … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Splash® Swimwear Wash is definitely on my packing list when I return to Mexico next October. I lament the fact that I forgot to bring it with me this past Spring. Here in Los Cabos, swimwear is prevalent. I am in a pool several times a week, not to mention ocean dips. My bathing suits have suffered. I have been hand washing them in the sink with … Read More
BY DANA DONOFREE
In today’s world, conversations around breast health often revolve solely around detection and treatment of breast cancer. While awareness about breast cancer is crucial, we need to broaden our understanding of breast health and its significance in overall well-being. Hi, I am Dana Donofree, founder of AnaOno and a breast cancer survivor, I believe it’s time to shed light on the holistic aspect of breast health and … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
What does the word luxury really mean? This challenge was presented to me recently and so, I am picking up the gauntlet and focusing on the Lise Charmel brand and what separates their definition of luxury from other lingerie lines. In the fashion world, this concept is clarified by the difference between Ready-to-Wear and Haute Couture. Lise Charmel is Haute Lingerie. (Check our March Spotlight, Lise Charmel … Read More
Lingerie designer Sylvia Pedlar created the first shorty nightgown in 1942, known as the Babydoll. It was a practical response to the fabric shortage during World War II. The pretty and feminine sleepwear style reflected the resourcefulness of women during a time of scarcity. The Babydoll gained further popularity after the release of the 1956 hit movie “Baby Doll,” which catapulted it into the realm of pop culture. Since then, … Read More