By ELLEN LEWIS
Skin
In the past, I have interlaced swimwear impressions in the Intimate overview I post following the CurveNY show. But this market there seemed to be more brands showing beachwear warranting more discussion about the category. Swimwear is a natural segue from the lingerie channel: there are similarities in fabrics, fit, and now function. Swimwear is experiencing the same crossover effect as Intimate Apparel, not only in women’s wardrobes but also … Read More
By Ali Cudby
All of a sudden, CURVExpo, the American lingerie trade show, is upon us! Where did summer go?
Retailers are busy making appointments and considering strategies for surviving New York in August without melting.
Vendors have made their last minute adjustments to samples, finalized line sheets and are now focused on making sure the product fits the models (and burning the sage in hopes that those models show up, looking just like they … Read More
It’s not my style, but I am running late this week. I moved yesterday for the 4th time in the past 14 months, but that’s another story for another column. This time I thought the process would be easy since we are less than one mile from our previous abode. I figured I did not have to pack everything perfectly and could make mini trips leaving the big “stuff” for the movers. But sometimes … Read More
By Moira Nelson
This is it! The week we have been waiting for… Buyers, brands, media, press, and other intimate apparel professionals are kicking off the week in Las Vegas for the bi-annual Curve NV lingerie trade show. This season’s edition is being held at The Venetian in Las Vegas. By the end of the week, everyone will converge in New York City for the Curve NY show at Jacob Javits from February 24th… Read More
By Ali Cudby
It’s trade show season – an exciting time for retailers and manufacturers alike. The shows themselves can be overwhelming – so many pretty things to ogle, people to see, trends to absorb. I crawl back to my hotel every night, my head stuffed full of information that takes time to process.
As a retailer, it’s even harder because you’re applying all of that data to your unique business. It’s critical to have … Read More
Rejuvenation of luxury market brands at CurveNY ~ Olivia Von Halle, Naked Princess & Jane Woolrich.
CurveNY is always an education and Day One at the show did not disappoint. I remained disciplined, for once, navigating the entire exhibit to gain an overview before getting pulled in to any booths by vendors wanting to preview their Spring 2013 product. There will be much to report, but for me, the first pass was all about the … 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 August Market and to unveil … Read More
