By ALISON CONNOLLY
There’s lingerie for everyday life, there’s lingerie for special occasions, and then there’s lingerie for the runway! As with any runway show, looks from a brand’s core collection are borrowed, layered and interpreted into the most dazzling, imaginative displays of fashion. I was thrilled that the French lingerie brand Etam once again showcased its collection during Paris Fashion Week (September 2016), and showed us its creativity in … Read More
The other day, while taking a walk in the desert, I had to stop twice. I wasn’t tired. I felt something in my shoe, sat down, took off my sneaker and shook it out. For good measure, I wiped the bottom of my sock. I started out again only to find myself still bothered by some small intrusion nagging my foot. This time, I took off my sock, turned it … Read More
This month Deedee Crosland and I decided to chat about why some bras cost so much. Sharing our expertise with The Lingerie Stories, we are continuing our this month’s insights into the world of lingerie.
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Deedee’s love and knowledge of lingerie, her passion for storytelling and connecting with people through podcasts … Read More
I have often been recognized for my communication skills; the ability to listen, amalgamate and explain. When I traveled earlier in my career, I took time to understand cultural innuendo and incorporate the nuances of diverse expectations into conversation and behavior. I prided myself in my ability to clarify intent with a modicum of diplomacy. By my age, certain talents define you. They are part of your “brand”. So imagine … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
Depending on the day, my style can range from ultra girly and bright-colored, to super refined and monochromatic. I consider the latter to be the quintessential stylish New Yorker aesthetic, with minimal embellishment, dark colors and an air of sophistication. There’s something refreshingly uncomplicated (or so it seems) about this style. That’s why it comes as no surprise that today’s featured brand, Sapphire Bliss, is a … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Did you know that the most wedding engagements occur between Thanksgiving and Christmas? It is a goldmine for retailers whose port of call is lingerie. The fact that this is already gift giving season, the acceleration of bridal intimates makes this category a no brainer. I remember a Bloomingdale’s buyer telling me several years ago, that this opportunity was a definite focus for her. This is why … Read More
By ALI CUDBY
“WHY would you write about that?”
That’s a message I got in response to my last She Buzz column. The one where I shared a dark story from my past – a story too many women have experienced, in one form or another.
I was surprised by the message, but I shouldn’t have been. It came from a well-meaning family member – someone I didn’t think … Read More