Do it your way. Redefine “Power Dressing.” Take a cue from Clark Kent, and look SUPER underneath it all. Jane’s Vanity is there to help you realize your goals for Monday mornings or Saturday nights.
Nouvelle
Your Breakfast Moment
Posted on January 05 2019
The day stretches out in front of you, as you sip something tropical. A delicious breeze ruffles yet another of your loungewear ensembles from Jane’s Vanity. Bliss! But, wait. No plans to travel this season? Not to worry. Just let your JV togs transport you to the breakfast moments of your dreams. Spring will come, Walter Mitty!
A New Start
Posted on December 30 2018
New Year, new you. Time to strip back your wardrobe and start fresh. Just a few perfectly simple things, with emphasis on perfect. Splash for a pair of elegant black pants. But, then what? Consider a few versatile un-basics from your style mavens at Jane’s Vanity.
Casablanca
Posted on December 29 2018
Oh, to be Ilsa Lund, in the 1942 classic black and white film Casablanca. To be swept into high romance, with just a step into Rick’s Cafe Americain. Played with smoldering wariness by the incandescent Ingrid Bergman, Ilsa epitomizes passion and confusion in the midst of war. And manages to look glamorous while doing so.
Enchanted Winter
Posted on December 23 2018
“Off-Season” is a sweet little phrase. The flip side of the year. There you are on an empty beach, happy to imagine a distant summer of bikinis and gelato. But, now the sun is filtered. There’s no one around. The town is resting. And you are free to recharge and dress just for yourself--in layers of Jane’s Vanity. It’s time to experiment!
Over the Edge!
Posted on December 22 2018
Challenge decorum--your own. Choose a truly adventurous bra. Something a little bit shocking. Don’t be surprised if you wear it all day every day. What is this delicious urge to push yourself into new territory? You might call it joie de vivre
. It shows in your smile, your shape, your walk. Jane’s Vanity understands.
Merle Noir
Posted on December 16 2018
The style of Merle Noir is feather-light, a bit avant-garde. Each item of lingerie is designed and handmade in-house. Silk and lace are favorite materials. Influences include dance costume, nature, and the heritage of lace. The intimate size of the business allows Zwart to be involved in each step of creation. The result is delicate, refreshing, poetic. And spare--like the silhouette of a little black bird.
Pink Mancini
Posted on December 15 2018
Jane’s Vanity wishes you a very Pink Panther holiday. Think snow, jet-set dressing, and a jaunty Henry Mancini soundtrack. His happy music defined early 60s romantic comedy movies. The vibe is perfect for our winter vacation, too (real or imagined).
Your Lingerie Reading
Posted on December 09 2018
Intel awaits on the fascinating subject of lingerie. And, perhaps, even more interestingly, on “lingerie and you.” Jane’s Vanity investigates and finds a pretty collection of new, almost new, and vintage lingerie books for your perusal.
Catch the Light
Posted on December 08 2018
Winter holidays without lustrous garments would be like cake without icing. A bit of gilded lace and sumptuous velvet add a magical sheen to the season. The possibilities are delicious. Get ready to party, in the latest arrivals from Jane’s Vanity!
Buckle Up Your PJs!
Posted on December 02 2018
My little Morpho + Luna silk cowboy shirt just got a new lease on life with the addition of a fabulous wide belt, buckled loose, somewhere around the waist. A match-up with vintage jeans and little heel produces a decided strut in my step. And gives me ideas for my elegant silk pajama tops from Jane’s Vanity.
Bedtime Story
Posted on November 25 2018
It is nice to have something to look forward to. Like, going to bed! Especially when your new items from Jane’s Vanity await. They are the building blocks for a house of dreams--or a little apartment, or a tent, or...
Hyacinthine
Posted on November 24 2018
Today, hyacinth shades, in all of their variety, are very a la mode. They range from sweetly goth color-washes for hair to seductively saturated dyes for silk. Jane’s Vanity offers a classical approach to purply blues.
A Little Something Extra
Posted on November 19 2018
On Black Friday 2018, stay in your silk pajamas and glide over to your screen. There you will find 40% off on an abundance of JV treasures! Give gifts that will be deliriously well-received. And, of course, something for yourself. On Cyber Monday, look for more bargains at 70% off. Shipping is always free.
C’est Pink!
Posted on November 18 2018
As I gaze along a rail of seductive JV lingerie, I am struck by the variations on, and the pretty names for, a color called pink: petal, poudre, blush, rose, mimosa, peony, flamingo, quartz, fuchsia. But, it’s not just these delicious words that appeal. It is the concept that somewhere out there in the lingerie-o-sphere, there is a passionate and never-ending pursuit of the perfect pink. Jane’s Vanity tags along...
Simplex Munditiis
Posted on November 17 2018
The phrase simplex munditiis, from the Roman poet Horace, has been translated over time in various ways. “Simple in one’s sophistication” gets the point across: a deceptive casualness that merits a closer look. I like it. The concept is a lesson in lingerie dressing.
A Touch of Magic
Posted on November 11 2018
Tiny suitcase, utilitarian wardrobe, practical shoes. You’re ready for anything. Except, maybe, the Opera! You need a touch of magic in your travel plan. Something to take you to Oz, figuratively, where a crew of meticulous beauticians reinvisions your look. It might be just a red lip, a bit of sparkle. Or, better yet, a little Jane’s Vanity abracadabra!
Our Lingerie Clan
Posted on November 04 2018
Let’s start our own clan, one that celebrates the finest lingerie. An inclusive clan. With its own tartan: something in mohair with a rich criss-cross palette of berry, sorbet, and a shot of yellow. The perfect background to complement a bodysuit, a camisole, a glamorous gown. Fall is a great time to make a statement with plaid. Let Jane’s Vanity help you mix it up with underpinnings that show a little highland solidarity.
Jane’s Vanity Gets Out the Vote
Posted on November 03 2018
There are lots of ways to live the dream of autumn. Bike the kiddies to Goodwill for another bang-up Hallowe’en costume. Plan a splendiferous Thanksgiving feast. And, most significantly, exercise our precious right to vote. Jane’s Vanity provides dreamy voting attire.
Ghost Dress Code
Posted on October 27 2018
Sometimes one takes pleasure in dressing for invisibility. To blend in. Even to hide. Underneath, it is a different story. But that is part of the fun. Your secret. Come along for a few stealthy scenarios, with a wink from Jane’s Vanity:
Swing From The Heels
Posted on October 22 2018
You’re up at bat. Here comes the pitch. You need to make it count. So, swing from the heels, baby. Dig in, and give it all you’ve got! A pertinent philosophy for getting dressed in the morning, too, with the loveliest underthings and loungewear from Jane’s Vanity. Share this joyous approach. Wear something fabulous every day. It is liberating and inspiring.
On the Map: My Loungewear Coordinates
Posted on October 20 2018
My lingerie GPS always leads me to Jane’s Vanity. And there, I find my bearings. True Navy, like True North, is my guide, sometimes embroidered with black. Looks so right with all of my coverups. Perfect coordinates. Or, sometimes, navy stands alone.
A Boudoir With a View
Posted on October 14 2018
As we return from summer travels, personal space is looking awfully good. What a pleasure to have that private oasis, however quirky. So gratifying to give it a little TLC. Then, clad in Jane’s Vanity loungewear, to recline there and take in the view. The scenario makes a perfect metaphor for the transition to fall, whether the vistas turn inward or float off to the horizon.
Kaftan Diaries
Posted on October 13 2018
The kaftan was an afterthought, tossed into my suitcase at the last minute. Just for fun. Hardly an essential. But it made all the difference on the trip. Perhaps a kaftan seems frivolous. Not so. It is a practical friend on the road.
Page Turners
Posted on October 12 2018
Intriguing new garments on the Jane’s Vanity webpage call to mind the elegance and mystery of a rare book collection. Picture gold-tooled bindings, swirling marbled endpapers, tactile rag bond covered in deepest clearest black type. And you, dressed in your JV reading costume, represent another kind of masterpiece: exquisite design, mesmerizing lace, sparkling detail, and a few surprises of your own.
Sweater Weather
Posted on October 11 2018
It’s here! Autumn, the mellowest season of the year. Wistful cloudy mornings, bright breezy afternoons, inviting early nights. It’s time to think about scarves, stockings, boots, and what might go underneath. Jane’s Vanity loves autumn, too. The mood is nostalgic, the soundtrack pure Buena Vista Social Club. The scent might be your new woodsy perfume. And on your wardrobe list…
Meet Me at Le Meurice
Posted on October 06 2018
The Jane’s Vanity crew has stayed in many Parisian hotels on their frequent trips to see the latest in European lingerie. The pursuit of new lodgings and neighborhoods is part of the fun of being in this beautiful city. But Jane and Emily have a few favorite places. And, they suggest, if you really wish to feel that you are in PARIS, check into Le
Meurice!
Ziggy Suggests: Be A Flirt!
Posted on September 30 2018
He’s back, our chihuahua about town. And, in effort to make the world a jollier place…
Ziggy Suggests: Be A Flirt!
First for Fall
Posted on September 29 2018
A beach chair is an ideal place to contemplate perfection. Close your eyes and picture your autumn basics from Jane’s Vanity. Let time drift as you build your dream loungewear wardrobe. So constructive, so relaxing. Under your sun hat, you can’t help but smile at the approaching season.
Somewhere Under My Raincoat…
Posted on September 22 2018
A well-tailored British raincoat is so seductive, especially when it reveals exquisite British corsetry underneath. Rain or shine, a great combination. But, other wardrobe juxtapositions abound on Blighty’s lively corset scene. The Jane’s Vanity team has been checking it out. They are delighted to bring you garments of daring, beauty, and empowerment from London’s Corsetorium.
What Comes Next
Posted on September 16 2018
On a terrace in the shimmering gardens of the Hillwood estate in Washington, DC, a simple stone sundial adds a bit of wit. At first it seems to be a sculpture of a child’s sailboat, furled and afloat on a shallow pond. Then, magically, the eye recognizes the shapes and shadows of a sundial. Charming!
Road Wisdom
Posted on September 15 2018
On the road, the idea of comfort goes beyond elasticity. Rather, it suggests a certain grounding. At the end of another crazy day, it is nice to have something special waiting in my suitcase.
Old World, New Twist
Posted on September 08 2018
When an elegantly edgy British lingerie business partners with London’s fabled Victoria and Albert Museum, Jane’s Vanity takes note. As Sherlock Holmes might say, “the game is afoot!” This fall, luxury brand Coco de Mer UK ventures into new territory with a swooningly beautiful line of garments inspired by the museum’s collections of art and design.
Secret Garden
Posted on September 01 2018
A giardino segreto is an ancient concept. Throughout history, from Asia to North Africa and around the Mediterranean, it provided a dream of sanctuary. Then, as now, a hidden corner could be transformed to a place of delight. Elaborately or humbly executed, the formula is simple: shade, a place to sit, the sound of water, the color and scent of flowers, the whisper of music. Timeless. Come outside to your own special place, dressed as you please in a magical garment from Jane’s Vanity.
Dining Al Fresco
Posted on August 25 2018
Picture yourself reclining in a nest of pillows, bathed in candlelight, surrounded by the sounds and shadows of a moonlit bay. Cue the lightning bugs. And the guy in the corner with the guitar. Look slightly extravagant in amusing (and protective) layers from Jane’s Vanity. Mix it up, and go boldly into the night!
A Vinho Verde Summer
Posted on August 18 2018
And what to wear to feel “young and refreshing” throughout the season? A black bra under everything (or by itself). Show the casual coolness of black beneath a crisp white blouse, camisole, or pajama. Choose from an intoxicating assortment, in all its variety, from Jane’s Vanity!
My Mail-Order Bra
Posted on August 11 2018
There it is on the screen. The bra of my dreams, at the Jane’s Vanity website. So pretty. So right. I need it. Truly. But, dare I try to order from afar? My mailbox could use a lift (ha!). My spirits also. The trick is in the fit. Follow along as I make the match.
Three Weeks, Three Capsules
Posted on August 07 2018
A three-week vacation. How will I manage? Two big cities, a rustic destination wedding, a week of driving around the countryside. It will be hot and humid. I can’t take my entire summer wardrobe. But I could take three capsule wardrobes: one for city, one for wedding, and one for exploration. Jane’s Vanity to the rescue!
Friends of JV: Lovely Alice
Posted on August 06 2018
Alice says that she has been steeped in the tea leaves of Jane’s Vanity. That is how she describes her time behind the counter at Jane’s bricks and mortar store in downtown Portland (now replaced by the JV website). Alice’s background in New York’s design world, and her love and knowledge of fabric, made her a natural to make the transition from customer to employee. That was in 1995. For seven years she assisted in creating the world of Jane’s Vanity.
Your Little World
Posted on July 28 2018
No vacation this summer? Say a fond driveway farewell to all the neighbors as they back out of your life for awhile. Seems quiet. Peaceful. Like your own private island. A place to make your dreams come true. The possibilities are invigorating. Dive into the unknown with Jane’s Vanity by your side.
Gardening in Emeralds
Posted on July 22 2018
Picture it. You in wellies, driving the pickup truck to the garden store, sheepdog at your side. Under that mud-flecked straw hat, your earlobes sparkle. Emeralds, darling. Where else would you wear them?
Set the Scene for Your Party Moment!
Posted on July 21 2018
Swinging London: Picture it. A house party, circa 1965. David Hicks decor, lots of of color and pattern, which he always trimmed with white. Flip the concept with Olivia Von Halle’s black-trimmed Coco Oyster Silk Pajamas. Soigne and timeless, like the man himself.
The Mighty Duster
Posted on July 15 2018
A glance at the spring offerings from Jane’s Vanity shows the duster as a fashion star. What is it? A longish robe, worn open (hint: casualness is key). This handy garment sails behind you as the ideal frame for whatever you wish to wear underneath. It looks cool with skinny pants or a little summer dress. A duster wards off air-conditioning, nudges your look into cocktail time, and allows you to rethink your prettiest coverups.
Seven Days A Week
Posted on July 14 2018
Drift into your mental boudoir and imagine a glamorous seven-drawer semainier. Cute in French Provincial. Suave in mirror-front deco. So useful, not as a calendar cue, but as a co-conspirator. Together you cultivate your mutual obsession for seven pretty JV tableaus that offer lingerie surprises from top drawer on down: lovely scent, amazing colors, tiny momentos.
Ziggy Suggests
Posted on July 13 2018
Meet Ziggy, a dapper canine “Friend of Jane’s Vanity.” Ziggy Suggests… A walk! As a chihuahua-mix about town, I want to look sharp on the sidewalk. I tap my nails to the beat of summer as I accompany E. on parade. I admire her choice of Meng’s Blossom Stripe Silk Pajama Set. And her strappy heels that click along to my rhythm section.