By Ellen Lewis
Dragons: I have been intrigued by them ever since I learned that my son was destined to be born in the Year of the Dragon. I was pregnant in Asia on a business trip in 1988 and inundated everywhere by this delightful beast. Of course, I bought a stuffed dragon to greet him upon his birth. This iconic figure is a metaphor for majesty, strength, power, and … Read More
By ESTELLE PULESTON
Independent lingerie brands really don’t come much more iconic than Buttress & Snatch. This British label, which has been seen on everyone from Kate Moss to Beth Ditto to Madonna, has an instantly-recognizable aesthetic – one that’s characterized by luxuriously-draped off-shoulder details, oversized bow and flower adornments, and a wonderfully whimsical use of color and print.
Buttress & Snatch was created in 1999 by Rachel Kenyon, … Read More
Once again Elomi Lingerie steps up to the plate with Kelsey, a new bra innovation that is destined to be a home run for the brand. Launching for A/W 21, this is a sport inspired bralette combined with the fit and function of the bestselling Matilda bra. The lacy crop top design encases the Matilda plunge underwire framework, simultaneously ensuring outstanding lift with trend right fashion appeal. The … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
If we have learned anything in the past few years, its that less can be more, simple pleasures are the best pleasures, the environment matters and that comfort trumps all. To be quite transparent, I have lived by this philosophy my entire life, long before it was a global meme. I have never been into stuff, never understood resistance to change, wasn’t particularly interested in powerplays, and … Read More
By ASI EFROS
Green Collection – Organic Cashmere Tights
Sarah Borghi vanguards the movement of eco-responsibility by launching the ‘Green Collection’ — a first-of-a-kind range of 100% biodegradable and ethically manufactured premium hosiery and socks.
Green Collection – 40 Denier Tights – Oceano Colorway
An Italian hosiery company with a 40-year heritage continues its legacy by expanding into the realm of innovation, progressive technologies, and sustainable fibers. In addition, Sarah … Read More
By LINDA DYETT
“Won’t you come into my garden? I would like my roses to see you.”
Richard Brinsley Sheridan, 19th century Irish playwright and politician
There they are, jam-packed profusions of them, jostling for space as they shamelessly beckon passersby in front of every self-respecting bodega in New York. I’m talking about roses (and other flowers too, but mainly roses), brightening our dingy streets—and our lives–in these, fingers … Read More
Small busted and petite women often wish to enhance their current silhouette with a bit more cleavage. The Little Bra Company® has a number of beautiful push-up bras that will lift and augment their breasts in fine fashion. TLBC’s scales are based on a petite body type, addressing both the fit and bust size. All bras are simply designed and cut on a smaller scale to allow for a … Read More