Yesterday I got caught in a flash flood here in Connecticut. I was taking a riding lesson when a wicked downpour exploded over the ring. Thunder and lightning forced an immediate dismount. By the time we got the horses back to the barn, there was water everywhere and rising fast. We took refuge in the hayloft to wait it out. That storm defies the fact that summer is over even … Read More
Submitted by Angela Courtney, owner of Sweetest Sin
Boutique in Red Bank, New Jersey
I always knew I would own a business, I come from a line of small business owners and that passion & drive was instilled in me. While putting myself through school I worked in a lingerie boutique & just fell in love with the industry & helping women. Plus I love pretty lingerie….what girl doesn’t?! It … Read More
Up in NH last week visiting & working with Shirley, we took the Portsmouth Harbor tour for a short reprieve. Passing by the now defunct Portsmouth Naval Prison, the infamous brig where Humphrey Bogart is rumored to have spent a brief respite, I got to thinking about his illustrious career. I am not much of a TV or Movie fan, but those old black and white films where he exudes … Read More
I have been following Layla L’Obatti’s work for several years now. I had already seen some of the Between The Sheets designs highlighted in the press before Layla’s partner, Josh, was kind enough to bring some styles to my home to see first hand. My definition of this brand is simplicity wrought from an in depth attention to intimate details. Layla mines many sources of inspiration but I particularly like … Read More
By Lindsey Borchard
So many of my pregnant friends have asked me “What are the must have items I need for my hospital bag”? The only thing I tell them is a good nursing bra and your toothbrush. Everything else doesn’t even matter.
I packed like I was going on a mini holiday. Outfits, makeup and toiletries galore. However after having James I didn’t care at all about any of … Read More
In my continuing post wrap of the recent Lingerie market events, I want to share one more story about a panty that may not be exactly “new” but is definitely “tried & true”. After all, these shows are about the pursuit of fashion, fit and profit and I believe the B-Fitting underwear collection from Wacoal answers this call. I never would have entertained the notion of a one size panty … Read More
Who is the Aubade Bride? What would you imagine? A luxury wedding gown from Cymbeline, Paris at sunset, a French garden, a mystery veiled in sensuality . Champagne, laughter and Lessons in Seduction. And don’t forget to cut the cake.
