By ELLEN LEWIS
Today, I am singing the praises of Chantelle’s new High Support Everyday Sports Bra. This is not a sale’s pitch, merely an opinion. I feel compelled to say that this style is the most satisfying underwire sports bra that I have worn in years. That is not to say that I do not have a range of choices from excellent brands at my disposal, because I … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
My sister used to tease me: “Do any of your readers actually know what you sleep in?” And my response: “Do you have to be a painter to recognize fine art?” After all, merchandising is really a form of curating. Either you have the eye, or you do not. I have always loved the elements of fine lingerie, intricate lace patterns, exquisitely draped fabrics, precious details, and … Read More
By ESTELLE PULESTON
Created in 2014 by Irina Shad, an aspiring theatrical costumer and fashion design instructor, Less is A’mor is a Canadian lingerie and swimwear brand that’s on the rise.
Aiming to imbue her designs with a sense of sophistication, Shad’s collection is best described as ‘classic with a modern twist’. Outside of swimwear, she works with an almost exclusively black and white color palette, and focuses on very … 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 … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Going back to my college roots where I majored in Art History, I have always recognized that creativity presents itself in many forms. My attraction to the Christine Lingerie brand is anchored in the compositions of her exquisite prints and the extraordinary tailoring of Christine’s designs. They are intimate keepsakes. Women collect them. The embodiment of elegance, they can be defined by refined grace, and simple style. … Read More
By LINDA DYETT
Fashion mayhem has been happening lately. Strapless dresses worn over button-down shirts … transparent skirts … combat boots under cocktail gowns. Rule-breakers such as these are having a shakeup effect on lingerie too—as is evident in our current approach to breast coverage—what’s concealed and what’s revealed.
I’m talking specifically about cleavage here. For centuries–enabled by revealing decollete and V-neck and plunge tops, and speeded along in modern … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Commando® Charisma. This time it’s sequins and feathers that raise the chic odometer for this crossover lingerie brand. Known for their innovative fabric development and bold merchandising acumen, Commando is defined by a fashion fluidity that defies the “rules” of intimate apparel design.
This season, the successful faux leather collection is runway ready with a new flared crop legging anointed with real ostrich feathers. The 4 way … Read More