By ELLEN LEWIS
When I was in college around 1970, one of my friends switched his major from architecture to computer science. I didn’t get it. Computers were not part of the public lexicon until later in the decade. I saw my first cell phone in Hong Kong in the mid 80’s (even though the technology was invented in the 1940’s) when one of my vendors removed an arm long … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Every season, caddy corner to the Curve show, is The Lingerie Selection: A boutique trade show hosted by its founders, Maggie Gillette and Melissa Franchi. Entering its 5th year as an alternative venue for indie brands, it has been anchored since its inception by Maggie’s and Melissa’s collections, The Giving Bride and Nevaeh. Also on board this August, were Loulette, Hesper Fox, Edge of Beyond, … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I’ve been writing about the Skin Lingerie Brand almost as long as I have been publishing this blog. In 2011, I compared them to Savage Beauty, the Alexander McQueen retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This was not because Skin, in its ode to simplicity is anything close to McQueen’s artistry, but rather because from their inception, the brand has stepped out of the box. In … Read More
Emma Harris’s Luxury Lingerie collections feature vintage inspired garments that become vintage pieces. The collections draw on vintage looks and traditional artisan techniques to create investment lingerie to cherish for a life time. (Shown above is the Signature Soft Gold Slip, perfect as an undergarment or for sleep.)
Emma Harris offers a choice of unique looks at different price points enabling the discerning luxury lingerie lover to own a … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Bralettes are still a dominating market force, but there are many women who are looking for a different kind of wireless bra. Beyond new mothers, we don’t talk about them much! There can be lots of reasons that women develop a dedication to wireless bras. Some women have health conditions that make wearing underwires deeply uncomfortable. Some women have skin sensitivities. Some women dislike the sense of … Read More
Triumph’s Bridal Spring/Summer 2019 lingerie collection brings the final touch on a special day. In true bridal form, the bright whites and caressing cream colors complement all blushing brides. The multiple styles allows every bride to find her perfect match.
Triumph Bridal SS19 Chemise and Robe – The soft, flowing fabrics of the robe and chemise caress the skin while the flattering cuts and sweet lace gives Triumph’s Bridal SS19 … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I am always touting young brands that continue to mature. There is nothing more satisfying to a merchant at heart than the discovery of a product that has legs. Such was the case when Nubian Skin launched in 2014, brought their ground breaking “New Nude” concept for women of color to the market. Still, I hesitated; waiting for brand traction, not because I didn’t see the viability, … Read More