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 […]
If you’ve been reading TLA for awhile, what I’m about to say is old news, but the lingerie world is experiencing some pretty dramatic shifts in direction right now. Classic, storied brands are struggling to stay relevant while brand new companies are completely skipping over traditional industry methods to success (like tradeshows and retail wholesale), and paving the way through crowdfunding campaigns and direct-to-consumer sales. Even the way we learn […]
Over the last year, I’ve been working on piecing together a sense of my own gender identity, and researching what I can wear to support that identity as a gender nonbinary person. I’ve learned a lot about the way that the lingerie industry has been marketing to (and selling the idea of) nonbinary people, and androgyny in general. I’m pleased to see several companies stepping up to cater to people […]
Sophie Hines is a brand new Etsy find. Her soft bras and crop tops are an intriguing play of opposites – strong lines paired with plush fabrics, unfussy femininity paired with tomboy appeal, and effortless comfort paired with on-trend details. These structural, strappy bralettes are unique from others on the market in their use of wide elastic strapping that reads equal parts utilitarian and fashion forward. The collection as a […]
Andrée Ciccarelli is a new face in the luxury lingerie market. Making her debut at last season’s Lingerie Fashion Week, Andrée showcased her love of intricate laces and detailed appliques. This well-edited collection is a strong first showing for this made-to-order brand, with several pieces showing promise of a distinctive point of view that will hopefully blossom with subsequent seasons. Delicately sheer lace bras are daringly cut in demi styles, […]
