By HOLLY JACKSON
Every year at Christmas, I think about my grandfather. He wasn’t really a gift guy. He bought discount stuff on Christmas Eve to save money and then wrapped everything in old newspapers instead of wrapping paper. He was practical and proud of it. The only exception was when it came to my grandmother. She collected dramatic hats and big bold prints, even when she had to make … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Every year at Christmas, I think about my grandfather. He wasn’t really a gift guy. He bought discount stuff on Christmas Eve to save money and then wrapped everything in old newspapers instead of wrapping paper. He was practical and proud of it. The only exception was when it came to my grandmother. She collected dramatic hats and big bold prints, even when she had to make … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Next week, February 1–3, Curve NY will host a special intimates installation at the Javits Center, curated by myself alongside three Gen Z women whose perspective is shaping the future of lingerie. This curated edit reflects what they would choose to integrate into their wardrobes if budget were no barrier. They also were directed to purchase a vintage lingerie piece selected purely for its power to inspire. … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Fit Fully Yours Elise Moulded T-Shirt Bra 30-46, C-J
The retail landscape has changed dramatically since I first entered merchandising, but the math behind sales analysis has stayed largely the same. Using the age-old credo that 80% of sales is often generated by 20% of stock, I challenged all of our Spotlight Partners to identify their current Hero Styles. For this showcase, I wanted ONE style that … Read More
Granny panties are finally gaining the respect they deserve! These days you can confidently wear these full-coverage briefs without any shame. Women of all ages are choosing granny panties for their feel-good comfort and ample coverage. They are stylish, practical, and even quite sexy! The popularity of high-waisted, full-coverage underwear has been on the rise, while g-strings and thongs are becoming less favored.
The trend has certainly shifted away from … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Without a doubt, the foundations business is a force at the Curve NY show. It is a showcase of practical, functional, solution based, and fashionable bras and panties. However the prevalence of sleepwear and loungewear, traditional, eclectic, elegant and commercial can not be ignored. There was a plethora of pajamas, lounge pieces and soft support styles all focused on comfort first.
Adding to this mix is … Read More
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 … Read More