I think that the Chantelle soft stretch collection might just be a substantial contender for first place in my ongoing quest to find a panty that I personally love and can actually wear anywhere. On a personal note, it’s the brief that is expanding its presence in my underwear drawer. But my daughters who are half my age are big fans of the bikini and thong. That says a lot.… Read More
By TINA WILSON
Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa,‘tis the season. It is the season for us to remember that tolerance is a virtue, no matter who or what you worship, if you worship at all. I will not attempt to make a logical connection between lingerie and religion. What I will do instead is showcase some beautiful holiday self purchases, gifts and stocking stuffers. There is a lot of beautiful merchandise out … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Last week, while breakfasting in the courtyard of The Patricia Mendoza Gallery in San Jose del Cabo, I had another of my Lise Charmel Lingerie revelations. It’s hard to lock down exactly what inspired me. I think it was the lack of commercialism and the aspirational element of serious works by established talent. Perhaps it was the unexpected method of display or the preponderance of blues that … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Recently, my husband and I celebrated our 38th wedding anniversary. We’ve been together 43 years, way past half our lives. No one thought it would last. We are extreme opposites; the turtle and the hare. We are a study in contradiction, but the thing about counter intuitive unions is that if the underlying infrastructure is simpatico, it can be a force with which to reckon. We … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Sometimes I will discover a lingerie collection that is so beautiful it makes me wish I was young(er), thin(er), and rich…basically I want to insert myself into the world that brand has created. This type of inspiration doesn’t come along every day, but it always seems to occur when I see what’s new from luxury label Fleur du Mal. I want the story they’re selling, and thanks … Read More
By HELEN MASTERS
Lingerie – The Ultimate Gift ?? (TIP To Male Readers: This Column Will Solve All Your Gift Buying Headaches! )
My recent columns have explored the themes of love and relationships and of course the difference between US and UK lingerie tastes. They have sparked some interesting comments and debate which inspired me for this next column to look into how the approach to the … Read More
This month we showcase the Maison Lejaby Dot Flowers collection, a perfect segue into the Holiday 2018 season. Created with the quintessential Maison Lejaby DNA, these seven intimate styles embrace the brand’s autumn/winter motto RE-BELLE. The theme of the feminine rebel is reflected in the purposeful juxtaposition of patterns that set this lingerie apart from the expected. Uniquely placed lace elements, a classic floral and a contemporary dot, result in … Read More