I just can’t even come up with the words to describe my feelings for this gown. If ever there was a dressing gown that embodied Hollywood glamour – that was pure, undiluted, old school, cigarette holder, dripping jewels allure – this is it. The Emerald & Palm Dressing Gown has no shame about being what it is, and what it is over the top, lascivious, inspired luxury. There’s no attempt […]
I know, I know we just featured a dressing gown last week, but bear with me while I explain… One of the things I’ve realized lately is that TLA’s archives aren’t just my blog archives, they’re also a sort of archive of the lingerie world. While everything is, obviously, heavily slanted towards what I like, there are still years of industry records here — brands that have come and gone; […]
It is the height of summer in the Pacific Northwest, and, unlike the South (where I grew up), air conditioning is an uncommon luxury. While it may sound strange, it does make sense. Temperatures hardly ever hit the 90s here (though they definitely did last week for 4th of July), and it still gets chilly enough to wear a light sweater or jacket most evenings. In fact, I’m looking at […]
Last month, industry professionals convened in New York for the lingerie market, centered around the biannual Curve trade show. A host of indie and big-name brands displayed their fall collections for buyers and press alike over a whirlwind three days. I always look forward to the show. It’s a chance to catch up with the designers I’ve known for years and to see how they have evolved their collections yet […]
A beautiful robe can truly be a treasured item in your lingerie wardrobe. The fluidity of silk… the transparency of lace or mesh… that wonderful enveloping feeling as you slip into the robe. It’s enough to inspire you out of bed in the morning. Like many items of lingerie, robes are both functional and decorative. They serve as both a shield against the elements and a sign of modesty when […]
