Few lingerie brands have captivated me in quite the same way as Merle Noir. Founded in 2016 by Merel Zwart, this Netherlands based label is responsible for some of the most exquisite couture lingerie that I’ve seen in my entire life. And I’ve seen a lot of lingerie. Specializing in bespoke creations for individual clients, Merle Noir’s fine lingerie is created from the finest silks and French laces. The designer […]
Disclosure: This bra was purchased by TLA for the purposes of review. All opinions are my own. In early 2021, the legendary luxury lingerie line Agent Provocateur announced they were expanding into basics with a collection called “All Hours.” This group of nude and neutral lingerie would feature expanded sizing and everyday styles that could go from day to night with ease. (Of course, TLA had some thoughts on this.) […]
It’s not easy to start your own lingerie line. But in 2021, it’s easy to pretend you’ve started your own lingerie line. I’ve seen an influx of “new lingerie designers” who are very obviously not designing the items they’re selling. In fact, they’re not even purchasing them like a traditional boutique. They’re just dropshipping them. How are Dropshippers Different Than Traditional Boutiques? What’s the difference between boutiques and dropshippers? A traditional […]
I started my ethically-made loungewear line she and reverie at 23 years old. Before then, I freelanced in NYC’s garment district for a very short amount of time. But starting a line was my dream, of course! And other designers were doing it, many with far less knowledge than I had. So I thought, “Why am I not following my dream right now? Why can’t I do this, too?” I […]
Disclosure: This article is sponsored by Kilo Brava. Thanks to quarantine, loungewear is more popular than ever. After all, when you’re spending a lot of time at home for the foreseeable future, it just makes sense to invest in nice “at home” clothes. But loungewear doesn’t just have to be limited to the house. Lounge attire is incredibly versatile, allowing for any number of ensembles once we eventually (and safely) […]
