I am back in Cabo San Lucas now and have been missing October in New York and the dramatic bounty of color that transforms this region at this time of year. The vital palette of the northeastern autumn landscape is one of the most beautiful sites on earth. I was driving home a few days ago, lamenting the heat and humidity (the weather here has not turned temperate yet) when … Read More
Becoming famous, owning a beautiful home, having a family, gathering things of beauty; these were the aspirations of my youth. I was naive and attainment seemed the best way to safeguard my ego. But time has schooled me well. If there is one lesson I have learned, it’s to be careful what you wish for. You just might get it. But in the process, you might ignore the greatest gift … Read More
I grew up in a home where charity was a mandate. Even at a very young age, when my allowance was $.25, my parents insisted that I put a nickel a week in an envelope to donate to charity. My Dad, busy with his law practice, was President of our Temple, President of the Red Cross Brooklyn chapter, and involved in countless other organizations. My mom, a full time housewife, … Read More
I have been thinking a great deal lately about why I started this blog 5 years ago. I wanted to showcase merchandise worthy of display, to enhance the buyers exposure to the best there is in the market and to continue my support for creative pioneers. But, when the subject matter is Lingerie, there is an entirely different processor at work. We are now addressing the heart of a woman’s … Read More
I saw Lise Charmel’s current bridal collection several weeks ago in Paris. And as one would expect, it is exquisite. This acclaimed French atelier, renown for their handwork with beautiful Calais levers laces and delicate guipure, has always represented, to me, the luxury go to brand for wedding lingerie. Notice the incredibly detailed execution of the embroidery and lace. Now they have introduced a new collection, Dressing Floral which utilizes … Read More
Big debate before my son’s wedding: can we wear black down the aisle. I did, by the way. Or should I say, black and grey. Years ago, I remember hearing about a black and white wedding and thinking: so gauche! (It could have been all the black and white balloons released on the dance floor). But today, I have a 180 degree point of view. This could be very sexy, … Read More
I just saw the new Secrets In Lace campaign. Company owner, Dan Whitsett, a good friend, shared his current vision with me and as with much that he has done to build his vintage inspired brand, I was blown away. Admittedly, it has a lot to do with the photography and his focus on plush models who own their figures. It’s also about leveraging key items and integrating them into … Read More