After my family moved away from Long Beach, NY, we spent several summers on Block Island, a tiny ocean sanctuary off the New England Coast. I witnessed several mid-day weddings there as we rode our bikes up and down the rocky terrain. There is something special about afternoon affairs, a frothy lightness that reveals a casual beauty. Understated, yet elegant, it seems the perfect purview for the Eberjey bride.
By ELLEN LEWIS
Clearly I find a perfect correlation between the bridal market and the world of Intimate Apparel. It’s not just about the lace, or the ribbons, beading, buttons and more that change a simple garment into a work of art. It’s the details in every aspect of the production that pulsate with femininity, no matter the style. When it comes to a wedding, perfectly liberal minded women find solace in the traditions of … Read More
Every time I see a Betsey Johnson dress, I remember the multiple times I shopped with my daughters in high school at Betsey’s Woodbury Commons store. There we purchased prom dresses as well as several other fashion paraphernalia I lived vicariously through these shopping trips as I would never been able to wear such independent style when I was their age. But I believed they should express themselves as long as it was done with … Read More
Who is the Hanky Panky Bride? She is gracious, a bit mysterious, loves lace, flowers and animals. She can flirt with humor, dance for hours and draw a line in the sand. Her lingerie is her own seductive secret.
By Ellen Lewis
It’s no secret I am a Samantha Chang fan. She has that rare mixture of an artist’s touch and business reality. When I saw her new Modern Vintage collection, I flashed back to my wedding when I was 22 and insisted on wearing a vintage peasant wedding dress. My very traditional mother did not fare well during the try on process. My taste was always eclectic leaning towards the shabby chic. I … Read More
by Libby Dowd
Any bride-to-be is likely to find herself knee deep in brand new lingerie by the time her honeymoon arrives. In fact, she may end up with more intimate apparel than regular clothes in her suitcase. Since it’s wise to travel with a little extra room in your suitcase, I’ve compiled this list of Honeymoon must-haves:
Something Sweet: Chemises and camisoles are a popular bridal gift item since the shopper does not … Read More
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