By ALISON CONNOLLY
La Chatte de Francoise is a panty brand that specializes in “slow fashion, only for cool girls”. And really, what’s more cool than being a sustainable fashion brand these days? As Ellen has pointed out time and time again in her trend forecasting posts, the concept of sustainability is here to stay.
La Chatte de Francoise was founded in 2013 by musician and DJ Marine Neuilly. She … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
I discovered Sugar Candy bralettes about a year ago due to a chronic health issue. I had developed an intolerance for underwired bras. I can still wear them and I do frequently, but I went from someone who could basically sleep in one to someone who has about a 6 hour tolerance for one under the best circumstances. While my health issue is minor and treatable, my … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
It appears that Voiment Intimates has become a Gallery favorite, with this being the third full feature of the brand here at Lingerie Briefs.We have covered the ‘who’ and ‘why’ of this sustainable fashion label before, so this time it’s an opportunity to simply feature the current Winter collection that’s available in stores.
The current season, called Suitable, presents a variety of classic lingerie shapes … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Rosa Faia (with Econyl® fabric)
The retail swim season takes off this month as winter sets in and the big escape begins. I confess that I am no swimwear maven, but I have been exposed to the category during my entire Lingerie career. Swimwear shares many of the fit and function issues as innerwear, particularly bras, panties and shapewear. It’s an important category for many Intimate Apparel … Read More
On Gossamer continues its foray into light lingerie layers with the addition of the color blush to their Cabana Cotton essentials. These weightless intimates, part of this best selling stable of effortless styles are designed in a soft Peruvian Pima cotton sized to fit S-L ladies. The Cabana Cotton wire-free bralette and reversible cami are both edged with a delicate crochet trim, continuing the brand signature of simple, feminine pieces… Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
It’s cold, grey and dreary in New York and it basically has been more of the same since I returned from Cabo San Lucas in mid December. I miss my Mexican happy place. This image of the sky over my house sent by a well meaning neighbor does not do the trick. I need a shot of spring, a bolt of color, something to get excited about. … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Nessa
Polish bras are having a moment. Witness the recent New York Times article that focused on them.
The year I got into buying well-fitting bras seriously coincided with the first time Polish bras became popular with a niche market of full-busted and plus-size customers. It was kind of the wild west of bra buying then. People would form groups on Facebook to swap sizing tips and … Read More