By ELLEN LEWIS
Hanky Panky
Part Two of Stephanie’s photographic homage to floral inspired lingerie completes our fashion editorial series celebrating the “The Rites of Spring”. Today begins a huge holiday weekend worldwide, one awash with tokens of rebirth. Nothing is quite as rejuvenating as tiny buds lacing the skyline, peeks of green embroidering the earth and sunshine delivering hope.… Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Bluebella Bodysuit, Express earrings
Even though spring is officially here, winter refuses to lay down its sword. Or at least this is the feedback I have had from a good portion of North America and Europe. I have escaped, sitting here in Mexico embraced by bougainvillea, hibiscus, palm trees, lilies. (Ok, I will stop). Soon, however, flowers … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Just last week we had Tina’s blog post make mention of the Almodóvar film “Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!” and then there was Holly’s guest post featuring strappy bondage-inspired bras, and here we are with this week’s post that borrows references from both. The Brazilian swimwear brand, Lenny Niemeyer, is a luxury swimwear label that specializes in glamorous looks with distinctive style elements. This eponymous … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
What is value? I read quite a bit lately about the millennial quest for value and I wonder why the press is making such a big deal about the concept. It’s not a new question, albeit, perhaps the definition has evolved. Is value about cost or is cost what clarifies value? For my part, value has always been about character, long term investment; how a product withstands … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
I was going through my Instagram feed the other day when I saw a post by a local friend lamenting the lack of standard bras. “What do you do with all the extra straps? How do you get into them?” she asked. In many ways, I sympathize with her. I try a lot of bras for work and I have been the person consulting promotional images trying … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
When does my mother’s girdle and burlesque go together? When Rago Foundations marries them. Seems a bit incongruous, I know; but not when these products are in the hands of a seasoned pro. Rago has been making undergarments in the USA for over 50 years. And with the acquisition of the 100 year old Cortlandt Manufacturing Company the combined expertise is astonishing. Known for their unique technical … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
My husband and I bought our wedding bands on the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy. We were on our “honeymoon” which we took before our actual wedding. He had never been to Florence even though I myself had already had had the privilege as an art student in college. Seeing the city through his eyes was enlightening. He is a mathematician by nature and his perspective follows … Read More