Posts Tagged ‘shopping’

Peek and Beau Tallulah Sequin Bra and Brief, US 32-42 A-I, 4-24 ($39/26)

Holiday Gift Guide: 25 Lingerie Pieces Fit for a Queen

Inspired by our Women in Power: Celestial Queens editorial, here are some holiday lingerie shopping or gift suggestions to help you channel the splendor of a queen, right in the comfort of your own home. In putting together this list, I went for drama, with powerful colors like wine red, emerald green, and rich blue, lots […] Read more…

Bra Shopping in New York: Some Reports from the Trenches

As part of my homework for The Fab Fit Academy, I have to fit and interview 5-10 “customers” a week.  As I don’t currently work in retail, this means scheduling some time with volunteers who will let me take them to a department store and fit them there using the store’s inventory.  This weekend saw […] Read more…

What YOU Can Do to Ensure a Good Bra Fitting Experience

When I laid out my personal ground rules for lingerie boutiques a few weeks ago, I was pleased to hear that many women, customers and store owners alike, agreed with me. One commenter, however, pointed out that I hadn’t mentioned at all that there were things the customer could do to ensure a good experience. […] Read more…

So Fellas, You Want to Buy Lingerie for Ladies

I imagine that most ladies who set out to buy lingerie for other ladies will have a pretty solid idea of where to start.  After all, ladies are likely already familiar with the stuff, since lots of us, you know, wear it.  We can probably ask/find out our partner’s size without too much drama.  Ladies share […] Read more…

A reminder, as you start shopping

You know how to find your size?  Yay you!  You are empowered!  You are mighty!  You are adventurous!  Is there a chance that some of the bras you currently own may not be the best fit?  Yeah, probably.  Don’t feel bad.  Some of mine aren’t the best fit and/or are old and worn out, and […] Read more…