Another Day At Medano Beach in Cabo San Lucas
I guess it’s no secret that I have been in Cabo San Lucas for the past 3 months, living and working in the home we built here several years ago, when we thought retirement was on the horizon. Oh well, best laid plans. . . The next few days will be a big transition as I head back East to prepare … Read More
In the nascent days of my retail career, I had a brilliant mentor who guided me through my basic training. I credit much of my success as a merchant to his vision and expectations. One lesson that has never left me, particularly as I rose to management positions, is that excellence in merchandising depended on a combination of Picasso and Einstein. One needed vision as well as sterling analytical skills. … Read More
The Art Nouveau movement was unique. It’s influence permeated every aspect of contemporary culture in its day: architecture, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, furniature, lighting, graphics; just to name a few. Combining flowing designs with organic forms and geometric contours, this prolific period changed the face of art history. Seeking to elevate decorative art to fine design, excellence in workmanship was a priority. It was a visual gamechanger and became the … Read More
This spectacular bride is wearing the Ivette Multi-position Push Up Bra with a gorgeous, sheer lace hipster from their dreamy Armonia collection.
Ivette Bridal lingerie is meant to seduce the bride with some exclusive details to make her feel pretty on her special day and feel romantic on that unique night. Strapless and low back bustiers and brass, matching garters and stockings, satin gowns and baby dolls. Ivette’s designs and … Read More
I am researching an article now for the July issue of Creations Magazine. The theme: the rising tide of the Curvy market and the potential of the emerging Plus size category in Intimate Apparel. The subject choice is close to my heart, but more about that later. What lassoed my attention is the constant noise in the media. Unafraid to say anything that comes to mind, the conversation about … Read More
I met Tina McMillen almost 5 years ago, right at the height of the recession. She had started a business in “retirement” that had, to her complete surprise exploded from the onset. Shipping feverishly from her garage, she embarked on an entirely new career with her PJ Harlow brand. We hit it off, two women at a certain life crossroads, interested in beauty, comfort and simplifying our lives and finding … Read More
By JESSE ANDREWS
Too often, we assume that trends in lingerie have to be set by fashion magazines and famous models. Indeed, for day-to-day wear, it’s often simplest to turn to magazines and fashion blogs to look for inspiration. But increasingly, people also seem to be getting ideas from entertainment and pop culture, rather than fashion and modeling specifically.
Perhaps this is due to the fact that TV and film … Read More