Here are designs by artists enthralled with the creation of a continuing vision. Each piece feels personal yet modern. A mix of emotion and style. To wear these garments is to feel beautifully hip. A luxurious idea.
Nouvelle
Deco, Darling
Posted on April 13 2019
Each work of Art Deco tells the story of a proud new day. Tell your story in these “Jazz Age” partners from Jane’s Vanity.
Mood Elevators
Posted on April 07 2019
Elevator selfies? Well, why not, if they give you a lift? But, to really elevate your mood, just wear your daily dose of “wow” lingerie from Jane’s Vanity. Your happy little secret. Match your choice to your busy days. Main floor, please. Enjoy the ride!
Guilty Pleasure
Posted on March 31 2019
Sometimes a certain movie speaks to you, no matter the general opinion. Perhaps you prefer it that way. What do the critics know, anyway? Sneak off and watch it AGAIN. Wear the appropriate loungewear, of course--from Jane’s Vanity.
From Paris with Love
Posted on March 30 2019
Cadolle offers a new type of corset, made of modern materials, comfortable, non-constricting. Often with a zipper, rather than a cinch. But, don’t think of it as a corset, rather as a layer, an accessory.
Rose is Rose is Rose
Posted on March 24 2019
The multi-colored rose bouquet is a trademark of Parisian flower stalls. Tied tightly into a bubble of blossoms, it dresses up the tiniest garret or charms the grandest hotel particulier. “The best colors to mix are red, yellow, orange, hot pink, and sugar pink.”* Doesn’t it remind you of something? Your carefully curated lingerie drawer full of Jane’s Vanity lingerie sets!
Friends of JV: Kate “On Broadway”
Posted on March 23 2019
When you are in the mood for a cozy glass of wine in downtown Portland, Oregon, direct your feet to “Oregon Wines on Broadway” in Morgan’s Alley. As you enter the long narrow space, you’ll feel as if you have boarded an elegant sailboat, docked for the afternoon.
Hungry in Paris
Posted on March 17 2019
Here you are in the City of Light. You’ve reveled in its sophistication. You’ve studied its gritty charm. You’ve visited The Louvre, The Madeleine, the Champs Elysees. You’ve soaked up the style, you’ve walked the walk, you’ve gargled the language. And now you’re hungry. Jane’s Vanity invites you out for a little something. Dress for it.
Bill Cunningham Style
Posted on March 16 2019
Cunningham deeply believed in following one’s own fashion voice. He certainly did (despite his family’s displeasure). He would have loved the Jane’s Vanity attitude that you can dress for yourself.
Bright Shiny Neutrals
Posted on March 03 2019
Metallics appear in abundance this winter at Jane’s Vanity. They are a stylish reminder that gold, silver, copper, bronze, and their variations, go with everything. And, these finishes are transformative.
Your Silk Pajamas Have Arrived
Posted on March 02 2019
Nothing else will do. JV Silk pajamas are a must for your lingerie wardrobe. They send you off to blissful sleep, awake you with glamour, travel happily, accessorize with glee.
Jewel Tones
Posted on February 24 2019
Sparkling vistas await, from winter skies to festive works of art. Take it all in, as you show off your gems from Jane’s Vanity.
Counting Cashmere
Posted on February 23 2019
Envelop yourself in a dream of Zynni cashmere from Jane’s Vanity. You look fabulous.
Out to Lunch
Posted on February 17 2019
Learn to appreciate “dolce far niente,” the sweetness of doing nothing, each afternoon. Enjoy it more In your best lingerie and loungewear from Jane’s Vanity.”
The Night They Invented Champagne...
Posted on February 16 2019
...It’s plain as it can be, they thought of you and me!” Thank you, Frederick Loewe and Alan Jay Lerner, for creating this irresistible song for Gigi, the 1958 musical film of Belle Epoque Paris. Merci for an anthem to champagne and to being “as happy as we are tonight!” In the mood for a little celebration? Jane’s Vanity at your service, cherie, to create a wardrobe for those Gigi moments.
...In Wonderland
Posted on February 10 2019
Time for adventure! Down the rabbit hole you go. You’re totally prepared, with camera for selfies and trusty garments from Jane’s Vanity.
Queen of Hearts
Posted on February 09 2019
Fall in love with Valentine’s Day. It is an irresistible red letter day that lights the darkness, speeds the pulse, and brings a smile. Speaking of red, are you stocked up? Jane’s Vanity to the rescue, your Queen of Hearts for giving or getting.
What She Wants
Posted on February 07 2019
Sultry and sophisticated, yet, somehow, fresh. A surprise in black conveys confidence and elan, for both giver and recipient.
Romance Is…
Posted on February 02 2019
“Romance is the catalyst of a true education.” Author Robert D. Kaplan* thus describes the pull of story to intrigue the reluctant student. The best way to learn is to want to know. And real adventure is “not about physical risk but about the acquisition of knowledge.” Sweet words for lovers, too. Prepare for a journey of the heart with treasures from Jane’s Vanity.
Spaghetti!
Posted on January 26 2019
Sophia Loren says, “Everything you see I owe to spaghetti.” A wonderful quote. So evocative and sexy. It captures the generous spirit of this laughing gorgeous woman. And makes us hungry for pasta in all of its forms. That would have to include spaghetti straps from Jane’s Vanity.
Undressed for Success
Posted on January 12 2019
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.
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.