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By ALISON CONNOLLY

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The world of luxury lingerie continues to reveal new talent, and it appears this year’s newer notable is E.L.F. Zhou London.  This fashion-forward intimate apparel label features daring silhouettes and cutout details to create a full ensemble worthy of any seductress!  The designer, Elf Yue Zhouhas, created this avant-garde bodywear brand in 2015 with the intention of merging lingerie with ready-to-wear. You can see where … Read More


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Jackson Pollack was a driving force behind Abstract Expressionism. Considered a major influence in the history of modern art, redefining painting. His radical splatter paintings forever changed the way contemporary art is perceived. In many ways, the Antigel Swimwear collection is emulating his message in the bathing suit category. Using a freeform palette of vibrant  colors combined with the excellence of the Antigel construction, the La Belle Artiste … Read More


Exclusive-to-Ellen_Foxy-Lace-Balconette-in-BlackAll one needs to do, is look at the political scene in the United States to recognize that despite your personal preferences, something is happening out there. There is a sure sign that the culture of complacency has shifted. I attribute this to frustration for sure, but most resolutely to an electorate not afraid of speaking out and seeking change. This is really what America’s Constitution is all about. However, … Read More


MarieJo_Avero_Orchid_high-res-xThankfully, I am headed back to Cabo in a few weeks. I can use the change. I am feeling a modicum of melancholy today as I face down the realities of aging. Despite the fact that I work diligently to embrace a healthy lifestyle, I am never going to be a spring chicken again. Yet I can’t deny the wisdom of experience. It re-channels goals. Luckily, for me, as my … Read More


unnamedI just returned from my semi-annual 3 day immersion into Curve New York.  I will be covering the Fall 2016 show in the next few days. Today, however, I thought I might catapult you into the lingerie fashion future with a brief exposé from Concepts Paris on the autumn/winter 2017 trends. During the show, Jos Berry, our intimate industry soothsayer, gave us an overview of the emerging color, fabric … Read More


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This is a tale worthy of repeating. Imagine you are a natural entrepreneur living in Romania when the Iron Curtain falls. You look around. Assessing the culture and hungry to begin a business venture of your very own, you notice the lack of underwear and bathing suits that is available in your newly birthed society. You invest in 4 sewing machines, hire a few workers and start a business developing … Read More


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For the past few years I have been watching Harlow & Fox, the elegant British lingerie brand conceived for women DD to G cups. Designed and produced in the UK of sumptuous European fabrics and Leavers laces, this is luxury lingerie. It is an extravagance worthy of any woman, particularly on her wedding day. Recalling the glamour of the 1940’s, the Eleanor and Viola collection in almond and hazel … Read More


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