By ELLEN LEWIS
Skin
Much of what we saw at Curve Expo in New York replicates trends shown in Paris. But the dichotomy of emphasis between the USA and Paris shows indicate clear differences in the cultural priorities that guide these markets. However, one emphasis that proved universal is sustainability. Without exception this topic dominated both venues and brands that are taking the cause to heart found traction from buyers. Sustainability has a … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Le Mystere
At the beginning of the last decade, when we launched Lingerie Briefs, the shapewear business was having a moment. Powered by the Spanx craze, a concept of control without the infrastructure of a girdle, shapewear began to appear everywhere in the market. The plethora of companies responding to the Spanx phenomenon was overwhelming. I remember one Curve show where it seemed as if half the stands were shapewear brands. Subsequently, … Read More
New colorways are the big news for several of Montelle Intimates‘ best selling bras*! For a cheery summer look, the exciting pink addition of Dragon Fruit Mix is a delight in Pure Plus Full Coverage T-Shirt Bra (above), Pure T-Shirt Bra, Montelle Essentials Wire Free T-Shirt Bra as well as in Allure Light Push-up Bra.
Variation of this delicious pink color is Montelle’s color Dragon Fruit-Peonies. A beautiful Blossom … Read More
By TINA WILSON
We arrived in Tokyo a few days too early to see the apple blossoms. We did not know this until the day we departed. We came to Tokyo to shop, to look for inspiration and for “signs of life” in design. What we found, my travelling companion and I was the confirmation that the world is now and I believe, will forever be casual. The juxtaposition of expensive fabrics and laid-back … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
There are some of you who might think that my comparison of the Antinéa Lingerie brand to my recent sojourn with my grandson to Block Island is crazy. But believe me, there is a rhyme to my reason. Block Island, situated about an hour’s ferry ride off the coast of Rhode Island, is a repository of familial memories. This tiny enclave is a perfect paragon of my definition of luxury: no pretense, … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Some years ago, when my daughter was a teenager, she went downtown to the East Village with her best friend and unbeknownst to me, got a tattoo. She had every intention of keeping this a secret (it was on her back), but a little birdie called me and let the cat out of the bag. I freaked out and made my feelings known to my young design and merchandising staff that were, … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Nothing has changed and everything is changing. The NY Curve Intimate Apparel show was, from what I understand from many of the brands to whom I spoke, with a few exceptions, a success. Of note, from the buyers, the entire vibe was much better, with meaningful seminars, a brand speed dating event that allowed merchants 5 minute intervals with new vendors, and a Concepts lounge that not only gave some smaller brands … Read More