
A few weeks ago, Alison, my social media guru, and I were having a discussion about Maison Close and whether or not, the brand belonged in the Gallery on Lingerie Briefs. Alison’s weekly column in the Gallery showcases new and/or independent talents with niche followings. We decided that perhaps, this was not the correct venue because Maison Close is now more mainstream. The brand is recognized globally within their particular … Read More











When I was 16, I bought an art book, in Paris, considered very risqué at the time for its sensual renditions of the naked female body. For me, it was visual poetry in motion, a photographic tome of femininity, each black and white vignette a metaphor of nature. Small details were magnified to evoke an alternative perception of the actual subject. The curve of a hip became a barren landscape; …