Today’s guest post is by Norma Loehr. Norma is the founder of Orange Lingerie and author of the bestselling book, Demystifying Bra Fitting and Construction. She has been sewing and designing clothing since she was nine and has been focused on custom bra- and lingerie-making since 2010. She is based in Boston. Looking at the quality of a garment may be a new idea for some. But knowing the markers […]
I have to say it… Betty Blue’s Loungerie is one of my favorite new indie designers. Absolutely everything she makes sends me into paroxysms of desire — from the Nell Robe to the Tempest Babydoll Set to the Bettie Robe. And it’s really wonderful to see world-renowned lingerie boutiques like Faire Frou Frou carry pieces from this collection. Betty Blue’s Loungerie has recently released two follow-ups to the Nell Robe: the […]
A few months ago, Erin Featherston and Cosabella announced a collaboration. The two brands would be working together on a line of new bridal lingerie. The pieces combine the simple silhouettes Cosabella is known for, with the playful whimsy Erin Fetherston has built her brand on. Though I haven’t seen this collection in person, I do think it’s very pretty. The soft bralettes and side-tie knickers look like something I […]
To many people, French lingerie is the best in the world. Many famous lingerie brands (Chantal Thomass, Aubade, Simone Perele) had their beginnings in France, and that country’s cachet as the center of all things fashion certainly helps that reputation. While I didn’t start my lingerie journey with French lingerie, I have to admit that Huit is an excellent introduction to the world Lingerie Française, especially for smaller busts. I […]
This guest post is by Angela Friedman, independent lingerie designer and all around awesome lady behind Angela Friedman Lingerie. This two-part series will explore the real costs of handmade lingerie, as well as the true costs of running a handmade lingerie business. Indirect Costs The indirect costs of production are much easier to overlook. For example, the planning phase of a new collection is completely unpaid work for an independent designer. […]
