by Shirley Freeman
Ahh those fabulous forties… at least the middle to the end of that decade was fabulous. WWII had ceased, yet the Cold War had begun… but economics were improving and fashion was evolving. Starting around 1945, lingerie was making a comeback thanks to Hollywood newsreels, movies, catalogs and newspapers. Manufacturers of underwear created ad campaigns in popular magazines enticing women to buy lingerie again. Cotton stockings were appearing in colored meshes and … Read More
It’s hot in Cabo. With the thermometer pushing 100°, way over the usual for May, the only place to be this past week-end was on the beach. But even the usual seaside hangouts seemed like pressure cookers; parking and plenty of people were a problem. The only solution was Santa Maria, the best kept secret, in my opinion, in this Mexican habitat. This quiet cove, void of vendors and party seekers boasts superior snorkeling and … Read More
It’s that time of year again, the bridge between winter and spring in the Northeast, suspended between two major holidays, Passover and Easter. One might question the validity of this presumption as it is only 45° today in NY and it snowed 2 inches yesterday night in NH. But I can see the crocuses pushing through the grass and in the city the daffodils and hyacinths are planted in force. Maybe this year the season … Read More
Shopping at Costco yesterday, I started to think about how seemingly remote items become mainstream staples. Actually, Costco is an interesting study. So many shoppers go there for specific things week in and week out, but truthfully, it’s the new and unexpected product that surfaces in those robust aisles that really seduces consumers to this wholesale warehouse environment. One of the things this retailer does so well is ferreting out niche products and marketing them … Read More
Montelle’s latest collection springs to life in vivid color. Wild Orchid, inspired by the color of the year for 2014, and Rosebloom, a delicate soft pink, will complement the Essentials in your lingerie collection.
If you love Wild Orchid, it is available in your favorite bra styles, from the pop ular Pure Plus to our ultimate push-up bra, Prodigy. Complete the set with the matching panty look you love – Boyleg, High-cut Brief or Cheeky-thong.… Read More
By Marina Rybak
The race is on! The highly anticipated Arts and Entertainment Award Season is here. The frenzy of the ceremonies is heating up and the self-proclaimed authorities of the best and the worst-dressed lists are jamming the communication channels, fighting for our attention.
Just in time I stumbled upon a “palate cleanser” at the Rizzoli Bookstore, a recently published hardcover book –100 Movie Posters: The … Read More
By Jennifer Cermak
Often over heard from the small-busted customer, the comment: “I have nothing. -A cup. Can you even help me?” Yes, yes we can. And here is how:
Here are my favorite designers that cut on the curve and offer silhouettes that give an illusion of a fuller bust.
If you want push up:
Seafolly makes one of the best push up non-bra bras in the swim market. This style features underwire with … Read More