My daughter Kate’s choice of majoring in Fine Arts at Vassar College has initiated many questions about the necessity of developing “real life skills” during a child’s formative years. It’s hard to make a living from Art. But education is much more than meets the eye and her course of study definitely created a provocative thought process. Maybe it was her exposure to my world as she grew up, but … Read More
This Week’s Intimate Discovery: Technology Enables A New Brand Of Smart Panties
Several years ago, I began to hear 
rumblings in the market about a niche panty opportunity that had recently emerged: a product developed to eliminate moisture and odor issues. I was fairly certain that this concept would be supported primarily in pharmacy locations and was a bit surprised when I began to be approached, in fact, by … Read More
by Libby Dowd
Wedding gowns are traditionally white, but lately color has been making its way down the runway—and the aisle. From the neutral blush colors that are appearing in virtually every designer’s collection to Vera Wang’s shocking black gown, color is coming on strong. So why should bridal lingerie stay all white?
In Bloom by Jonquil is introducing its new line of intimates for summer deliveries. These styles mix … Read More
This is a very chaotic time for me, one of those crazy shifts in life’s equinox that can paralyze or energize, depending on perspective. For sure it is a crucible of stress. I am selling my home, full of 40 plus years of “stuff”, and downsizing big time. There are only a few weeks left to liquidate and the process morphs daily. I have decided to go greener, eliminate the … Read More
This Week’s Intimate Discovery: A Classy New Brand Adds Interest To The Lingerie Market
Every time I traveled to Paris during my 
corporate working years, I would visit the Anne Fontaine store in order to add another style to my collection of these exquisitely tailored classic white shirts. They became an essential part of my everyday uniform. That is why I was drawn to the Elizabeth Daniel NY brand … Read More
By Libby Dowd
Toad Lillie introduced a new line of bridal lingerie inspired by French sweets at February’s Designer Showcase. The line includes four decadent sets all hand made in luxurious silk fabrics.
Bombé, a silk chiffon babydoll with “something blue” charmeuse bows and a matching charmeuse panty features French seaming and narrow rolled hems that create a romantic ripple effect.
Chantilly, a silk charmeuse and lace shelf bra, panty … Read More
Recently, I read an interesting article in Time Magazine about the artist, Damien Hirst. As a pioneer of the contemporary British Art movement, he is recognized for his controversial approach to modern art and his shocking subject matter. First and foremost, he is an expert at getting attention; he understands that the power of presentation reigns supreme. The article highlighted his series of Spot paintings, intricate grids of symmetrically arranged … Read More