By Layla L’Obatti
Flashforward/ Flashback ~ Fleur’s Alluring Take On Sheer Illusion
Flashback: With the illusion of nudity the art of the reveal is mastered by selectively covering and revealing the female form, as seen beautifully illustrated here in this sheer illusion gown from the 70’s via Intimate Retreat on Etsy.
Flashforward: Fleur’s Jasmine slip takes that sheer illusion technique and transforms it into a stunning modern take with the … Read More
By Ellen Lewis
From the moment I met Laura Mehlinger, creator of the hip Lola Haze™ Lingerie Collection, I knew she was going to make her business work. Maybe it’s her streetwise savvy stirred into her Harvard education and infused with a passion for lingerie design, but this was clearly a modern visionary with no fear of trying something new. Now she has fast tracked her collection into the … Read More
It’s funny how the generations roll over on each other. There seems to be this timeless lock, inexplicable in its emotional impact, but clarified by the familial items that anchor our memories. I have been thinking a lot about my mother since my grandson was born. She was such a wonderful grandmother: we used to call her Mary Poppins. There she would be, crawling on the floor under a card … Read More
For those of us visually inclined, color plays a major role in the art of persuasion. Personally, it powers my universe. I believe it is the single most effective communication tool a merchant can use to make an impression. Color drives design. It informs our state of mind and articulates our environment. Imagine OZ without the rainbow; lifeless and stale. This year, Pantone has declared Emerald Green as the Color … Read More
Shell Belle Couture
As I was explaining a few days ago, with intimates “it’s all about the details”. Yes, technical prowess is critical for fit and function, but with Intimate Apparel, it’s the special touches that transform a style into a seductive and elegant art form. Unlike outerwear, which gets visual support from accessories, shoes, jewelry, even cosmetics, undergarments are constrained by the very fact that they sit so close … Read More
This entry is just a little late today. Another major storm is bearing down on the Northeast as I write. This time it’s snow. It’s quite beautiful out there and will probably remain so for the next 24 hours as this urban landscape is transformed into a vision of white elegance and pristine beauty. This combination of anticipation and charm reminds me of the artistry inherent in the Fleur of … Read More
By now, it must be very apparent that I get a kick out of finding a new product whose character is clearly defined by vision and quality. This time it’s the luxury designer collection from Minuit Douze showcased by the elegant In Showroom based in NYC. Made in France, this is a concept brand created to evoke the romance of travel to romantic venues often dreamed of but not always … Read More