By ELLEN LEWIS
All this conversation about integrating lingerie into ready to wear wardrobes got me thinking about my years as a legwear buyer and our mission to take hosiery from basic nude to lingerie for the legs. In those days, choices were limited. Finding color, pattern, extended sizes and eccentricity was a fishing expedition. I know I am dating myself, but seeing the Pretty Polly brand, memories flooded back. Leave it to the British … Read More
Several months ago my industry colleagues from Easton International asked me to review the merchandising boards for the British based Pretty Polly Lingerie collection targeted to launch at Curve this August. I always check out new directions and this one really intrigues me because of my prior history as a legwear buyer. Pretty Polly is a mega hosiery force in the UK, with a 100 year heritage of quality leg dressing accessible to every woman.… Read More
