Along my career path, I made a 10 year stop in Turkey, not the country, but a company whose base was in Istanbul. Charged with the management of some very key Private Label accounts as well as pivotal name brands, I was focused much of the time on fabric development. When it comes to fabric, particularly knits, Turkey is a mecca. The speed at which we could present new fabrics … Read More
Sumptuous. That is the one word that best articulates the Empreinte bridal bras. Exquisite details on tinted white, they are simultaneously light and luscious. Beautifully executed for the fuller busted woman, these are works of art worthy of underpinning any wedding dress.
by ALLISON GOODLIN
When looking for a surgical bra for an upcoming breast augmentation or mastectomy it can feel like you’re swimming in a sea of confusion. Which bra will provide the support you need during healing? What are bra pockets and do you need them? What features are essential? What do you need to avoid? Let go of the confusion and let us show you the way. When you … Read More
Same fit, different name. Last week I had the good fortune to try Panache’s new Porcelain Elan t-shirt bra and I have to say, even though I am already a Porcelain fan, this version is a terrific reincarnation. Incorporating constructive feedback from retailers who have done very well with this style, Panache has infused the remake with new features that increase its comfort level significantly. Tag-free with padded hook … Read More
When my girls were very young, I used to take them to work with me and leave them with the lingerie design team in the sewing room where they were easily occupied all day. They would spend hours culling through the laces, piecing them together in collages. My daughter Katie, who is an artist, must have found her passion there because today, her paintings are her personal interpretation of … Read More
By ALI CUDBY
Innerwear-as-outerwear is a venerable favorite at New York Fashion Week, and this year was no exception.
Commando brand was decidedly a fashionista favorite, being intentionally shown under sheer looks at Monique Lhuiller, Tadashi Shoji and others. Their two-faced tech shapewear slips were also worn as skirts in looks at Milly.
Says designer Kerry O’Brien, “Commando’s high-waisted panties and shapewear briefs were having a moment on the … Read More
I thought you might be interested in a taste of what you missed if you did not attend the Interfiliѐre New York fabric show hosted by Eurovet and Invista on Sept 23. To be brief, besides the exhibitors, there were several interesting presentations. Invista showcased their new Lycra branding initiative, Proexport Colombia discussed the potential of the Columbian textile and apparel industry and Marshal Cohen of NPD did his retail … Read More
