Empreinte’s new Anna collection reveals a rich, decorative style that plays with contrasting fabrics and colours inspired by the sumptuous world of Russian ballet. It is a range full of expression, with a lavish combination of emotion and passion.
The embroidered flowers decorated with beads and ribbons are a visual feast, but also manage to maintain a feel of delicacy. The overall effect, together with the soft, floral lace, is one that highlights the grace … Read More
Recently, culling through my archives, I came across this image of Les Voûtes Filantes (The Shooting Vaults), a series of arched string tunnels installed in a 16th century courtyard by the Atelier Yok Yo with sculptor Ulysses Lacoste and Laure Micarré for the June 2015 emerging garden festival in Cahors, France The exhibition, lasting a mere 4 weeks, is a highly technical collaboration consisting of 78 kilometers of cobalt blue yarn that form semi-transparent … Read More
I graduated college in 1972. Feminism was hurdling full speed into the dialog. I got the message, but couldn’t get into it. I was raised by parents who taught me to take care of myself; to never depend on another person for survival. My dad was never a princess dad. My mom demanded self-respect. It was about personal growth. They supported my creativity but schooled me to balance quality and cost. They advocated friendships and … Read More
Lingerie is to me a way of lifting women up. It is, if handled with class, the mystique that infiltrates our wardrobes, a voyage to femininity and self-esteem. It was rainy and grey in Paris this past week, typical January weather, and perhaps it affected my perception that the city had lost come of its luster. I try to leave my politics out of this column but in the wake of recent current events, it … Read More
Caractère employs the Lou signature of masculine-feminine design by using graphic baroque embroidery design on tulle and a microfiber stripe that traces a woman’s curves. Available in Noir and Ardoise this eight piece collection is meant for bold spirit.
There is a clear message in the air today, as spring emerges despite the March gloom. The sun surfaced late yesterday afternoon with that translucent light that presages warmer days. It’s a feeling of rejuvenation. Looking at the new spring Maison Lejaby line recently, this seems especially prescient. The venerable Lingerie Company has re-surfaced this season with a new management and production team supporting its growth. I was particularly entranced by the exquisite Edelweiss collection: … Read More
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