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
If I had to use one word to define the recent Salon International de la Lingerie and Interfilière exposition in Paris, I would choose JOY. Expanding on that premise is Shine, Bursts of Color and Energy. The show was pared down, less brands but none the less, it was crowded. Traffic flowed all three days. Many booths were packed. But, as I look back at the report we wrote last July following … Read More
Photography by BECKY YEE
Gossard Lingerie
In this month’s photo editorial, Becky takes her inspiration from Queen Bey, Sasha Fierce, diva-extraordinaire, Beyonce. Like Beyonce’s girl power anthem, these lingerie looks are catchy, bold, undeniably aggressive, making women feel unstoppable. Shot in NYC and infused with the city’s indisputable energy, they are commanding canvasses that answer the query: Who Really Runs the World? Women do!
Hanky Panky Lingerie
Aubade, Dita von Teese, Gossard Lingerie & Falke … Read More
Photographed by BECKY YEE
Gossard Lingerie, Flying Solo Jacket, Pono Jewelry
The Darker the Night the Brighter the Stars. In this exclusive photo editorial, Becky Yee proves the point. Her images feature a series of lingerie brands absorbed in a panoply of light. These intimates are incandescent stars in a nebulous world. They are hero styles, luminous expressions of joy that promise that beauty will prevail, if we choose to see it. In this portfolio, … 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
By KATRINA EUGENIA
Once again, I find myself in awe of the extraordinary talent and pro-active attitude of photographer and artist, Katrina Eugenia. This season, she has outdone herself with these swimwear videos, each highlighting an individual brand. This project includes Aubade, Lise Charmel, Huit and Skin bathing suits filmed on Katrina, by Katrina underwater. Inspired by the incredible success of last years venture with Christine Lingerie, Katrina applied her extensive creative skills … Read More
By ASI EFROS
Two highly anticipated and magnificent trade shows, Salon International de la Lingerie and Interfilière, reigned over Paris for three days from June 18th to 20th, 2022, to share the beauty of creation with the world.
For the first time after the confinement of the COVID-19 pandemic, the halls of the Porte de Versailles came to life featuring bursts of color, bold graphic designs, sumptuous fabrics, and extravagant laces. Bustling with the renewed … Read More