By Luis Paredes
Inspired by the vintage under-things worn by the starlets of Hollywood’s Golden Age, Dirty Dolls Lingerie is bringing glamour back into the everyday.
Dirty Dolls Lingerie was founded in November of 2008 by Courtney Leigh Newman and Erica Rosalind Paul, two veteran fashion designers known to their loyal customers simply as “The Dolls.” The company’s core mission is to provide gorgeous, perfectly fitted brassieres, panties, and shapers … Read More
By Moira Nelson
I don’t know about you guys… But I’m extremely busy for the next three weeks. The wholesale market is underway… I have dozens of appointments over the next three weeks and my evenings and weekends are booked solid with other lingerie related events and parties! Here’s a quick rundown of the happenings in the biz….
Tonight, Fruit of the Loom is throwing a party to celebrate … Read More
By Moira Nelson
It’s a very busy time of year for the Lingerie biz. We’ve hardly recovered from the jetlag resulting from trips to MODE CITY in Paris and other European buying trips earlier this month. And now we’re headed straight into the busiest few weeks of the year.
Speaking of Europe, I’ve had the privilege of seeing a few SS13 Trend Reports over the past few weeks. Most of … Read More
I have wanted to highlight the Kentia Tulip bra from Barbara Lingerie ever since I saw it at Curve last February, but somehow time has slipped away. Respecting its 85 year old heritage this brand is surging forward into the 21st century with styles that capture the modern woman’s desire for easy comfort, elegance and beauty. This 3 part lace bra is designed with a unique leaf patterned motif, … Read More
By Moira Nelson
I am pleased to announce the launch of The Lingerie Alliance- www.TheLingerieAlliance.com! Inspired by the enthusiasm surrounding the Brand Affair Panel Discussion and Lingerie Exhibition we hosted during February market, my partner Luis Paredes, publisher of The Lingerie Journal & founder of The Lingerie Journal Designer Showcase, and I set out to create The Lingerie Alliance, an interactive, online collaborative community of professionals in the intimate … Read More
By Moira Nelson
“I Love Paris in the Summer when it Sizzles…” I can’t think of a more appropriate song lyric to sum up the essence of the annual Salon International du Swimwear and de la Lingerie and Interfiliere held in Paris each July. The famous trade shows which feature the latest lingerie and swimwear designs from brands around the world as well raw materials such as fabric, embroidery, lace … Read More
By Moira Nelson
“Hot town, summer in the city…..Back of my neck getting dirty and gritty.” Happy 4th of July. I have fabulous memories of watching the fireworks over the Navesink River in my hometown of Red Bank, New Jersey as a kid. But it’s the food that really sticks in my mind…. There’s nothing better than my Mom’s homemade Potato Salad alongside a few slices of tender London … Read More