By ELLEN LEWIS
As I mentioned last week in this column, I depart tomorrow for Paris in search of inspiration from the Salon de Lingerie and Interfilere shows. The former is a brand overview of silhouettes available for delivery at retail for A/W 2018. The later focuses on textiles, the very nourishment of a designer’s palette. This fabric fair looks ahead to 2019 bringing into focus the cultural influences that will drive creativity in … Read More
It is no secret to those who know me that I am very passionate about horses. This equine love affair can be greater than many human relationships. If I were to marry again (it won’t happen) or could go back for a do-over wedding, I think I would opt for an equestrian theme. There is something elegant, comfortable and very sensual about the concept. Culling my lingerie library for an appropriately conceived bridal selection, I … Read More
By Ellen Lewis
When I was in my 20’s I traveled to Columbia with 2 of my girlfriends on an all inclusive budget trip to Cartegna, Columbia. The electricity in the hotel worked about half the time and if I remember correctly, someone had chickens on the flight down. It was my first venture into an adventurous paradise and the thought crossed my mind as I drank rum and baked, irresponsibly, under palm trees in … Read More
By Aimee Guthinger
The seasons are shifting, days warming and somewhere (not in the northeast) flowers are beginning to peek out from the darkness underground. It means only one thing to those who love romance. The bridal shower season is upon us. It is that special time when girls get together to celebrate someone’s coming betrothal. In honor of shower season, I have decided to write a series of blogs featuring different themes. The variety … Read More
By Aimee Guthinger
Long before the wedding you will need to start thinking about your honeymoon and your honeymoon lingerie. As we have discussed in previous blogs, the old traditions no longer dictate your choices and, keep in mind that a honeymoon does last for more than one night! Many women visiting my shop tell us that they’re looking for something feminine and traditional for the wedding night, but they are also interested in something … Read More
