By HOLLY JACKSON
The weather here on the Eastern Shore has been gorgeous, my puppy is turning one year old this month, and my first real autumn in nearly a decade has felt really celebratory. I love the ability to take long walks in the country with my dog, do my work out on my porch with a cup of coffee in the sunlight and actually wear flannel shirts un-ironically. Thanks to my Evelyn & … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Dita von Teese
Curve New York took place at the Javits Center this February in a venue flooded with light and elevated above the conventional trade show jamboree. Many of the stories I noted reinforced the Paris themes: glitter and glow, bodysuits, intricate embroideries, graphic laces, and seduction. A carousel of dynamic prints in vivid colors merge with a palette of deep pink, purple and blue soaked hues, bright greens, yellow and … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Skin and Pluto
I am not particularly fond of blog lists rounding up the years gift ideas or proffering opinion on what are the best intimates in the market. These judgements are personal, a reflection of the authors tastes. We are a platform of merchandising information, not reviews. It is never our intention to postulate.
But recently, in discussion with my partner Shirley and my social media director, Alison on the subject … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
A Brief summary of the Curve Ny show: ENERGY. For tried and true merchants, there’s nothing better than live interaction, face to face meetings and touching the merchandise. I got positive feedback: satisfied buyers, satisfied brands. Of course, there was some pushback, but how else do we rise to new challenges. Traffic was definitely up. This show was larger than the February show. The product mix was somewhat eclectic. Barbie … Read More
By TINA WILSON
Do you know there are at least 300 different terms for the female breast? I cannot not think of any other anatomical part male or female that has garnered as much attention, admiration and affection.
The sizes and shapes could possibly outnumber the monikers. The breast sustains life. The breast can be a great source of pain and also immense joy. The breast has made careers and also ended them. And as … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Last January while I was having dinner in Paris with colleagues, the topic of my Mexican home came up in the conversation. Owners Moira Nelson of Bra La Mode and Kimmay Caldwell, of Hurray Kimmay were at the table. Moira was planning a trip to Los Cabos and Kimmay decided to join her. Kimmay and I have often discussed a lingerie collaboration, but never could quite decide how to make it happen. … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Le Petit Trou
Curve NY was a major success. Taking place once again at Spring Studios in downtown NYC, the energy matched the message. Spring 23 is all about Joy and Color in our lives. Booths were packed, mainstream brands as well as newcomers. The Lingerie Briefs Salon showcased 18 entrepreneurial designers in a gallery venue attracting over 100 contacts for participants. Seminars seats were full. There was an air of anticipation … Read More