Posts in Tag

silk sleepwear

Untitled-1

In order to keep up with the contemporary art scene, I subscribe to the Artsy website.  Recently, they posted an editorial on the upcoming Frieze London Art Fair (10/14-10/17).  The show is a consortium of 164 galleries representing 1000 artists from 30 countries. I was panning through the site today and came upon these Rampas (carpet collages) by Nevin Aladag, that will be showcased by the German Wentrup gallery. They … Read More


Spotlight On …

Dana-and-Classic-Hart-collection

I only met Linda Hartman recently, although she has been in the Intimate Apparel Industry for more years than she probably wants to disclose.  It’s clear she has learned a thing or two about niche merchandising and how to define her brand’s mission.  Since branding is my mission and we are driving the message home in the next few weeks (see our Retail Briefs column), I thought Linda’s product … Read More


Spotlight On …

Timeless ~ Christine

feather-broochIt’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


Spotlight On …

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


Spotlight On …