By ALISON CONNOLLY
A little over one year ago I had the pleasure of featuring Polish lingerie brand Undress Code here in the Gallery and once more I am fortunate to be able to share their latest work. In this case, it’s a preview of the Autumn/Winter 2019 collection, which is comprised of a Wintry selection of velvet/mesh/tulle bodysuits, wireless bras and panties.
Each season the designers of Undress Code… Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Bralettes are still a dominating market force, but there are many women who are looking for a different kind of wireless bra. Beyond new mothers, we don’t talk about them much! There can be lots of reasons that women develop a dedication to wireless bras. Some women have health conditions that make wearing underwires deeply uncomfortable. Some women have skin sensitivities. Some women dislike the sense of … Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Ellen is in family wedding mode this week, so I’m taking the reins in this column space to reveal a big secret recently shared with me. She’s cheating on her tried and true sports bra and having a love affair with Curvy Couture’s Ultimate Fit Sports Bra! She’s written a lot of articles about her devotion to another style and claims she never intends to discard it. … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Patriotism: It’s a loaded word now a day in the USA. And that’s unfortunate. Nonetheless, I have absolutely no doubt that when push comes to shove, Americans are all in. We honor our troops, respect the sacrifices and pay homage to their victories. This weekend we will celebrate a national holiday specifically named for those lost in service, Memorial Day. For our citizens, it’s the official beginning … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I am headed back to New York next week for my daughter’s wedding. It will be a very small family affair. That was her choice. She has very understated but decidedly upscale taste. Kate’s an artist, visually brilliant, flirting on the edge of the millennial generation; but way past fairy tale wedding expectations. She says she trusts me and will bow to my planning decisions. With only … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I am always touting young brands that continue to mature. There is nothing more satisfying to a merchant at heart than the discovery of a product that has legs. Such was the case when Nubian Skin launched in 2014, brought their ground breaking “New Nude” concept for women of color to the market. Still, I hesitated; waiting for brand traction, not because I didn’t see the viability, … Read More
You asked for pretty prints, Panache Swim delivers!
Following the season’s top trend of high-neck bikinis, Panache Swim introduces two new styles: Ayanna and Lani. (Appearing on their site soon!) Ayanna, show above, comes in a festival-ready blue multi pattern and is designed for great coverage and support. Multi-part, hidden underwire cup is fine mesh with angled and vertical seams and bra-sized for a perfect fit!
Lani’s aqua floral print … Read More