A few weeks ago, I was invited by Dita Von Teese and her lingerie partners at Anderson Brockhurst to see her sold out appearance at the Gramercy Theater in downtown NYC. I have seen some pretty edgy shows in my time, but I had never seen a live Burlesque show. I was in for a treat: vaudeville, saucy dance, glittery costumes, and in your face comedy. Dita’s act, The Art … Read More
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Often, in the language of lingerie, we reference ballet. This is an art defined by grace. In its classical state it is informed by tulle, pastels, softness and delicate lines. A ballerina’s movements are fluid, light, and almost effortless in perception. There is a sensual mirage on the stage. The audience never sees what lies beneath the dancer’s pursuit of perfection. Simple elegance is highly complex. The extraordinary work, constant … Read More
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My first encounter with the essence of the La Perla brand happened during my Macy days when, on a business trip to Italy, my market rep, Gianna, took me to visit this company’s then family owned factory located in Bologna. It is here where I witnessed firsthand the intricate and time consuming handwork required to perfectly position and delicately sew the exquisitely designed Leavers laces and embroidered tulle pieces that … Read More
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When my eldest daughter graduated from college she embarked on a classic rite of passage and departed with her best friend for a 6 week trip through Europe. Having saved for this journey for months, they left with only backpacks and great expectations. On a very tight budget, it was pretty obvious that souvenirs would have to be mostly in the mode of life forming memories. So when she returned … Read More