Nylon stocking sizes are crucially important.  It is far too easy to buy pin up 1950s fashion nylons only to find you have bought the wrong size.  Making all the right choices before you purchase will ensure you are not disappointed afterwards.  The first thing you really need to know is that stocking nylon is not the same as the nylon you would find on other garments, like panties or a slip.  Stocking nylon is 100% pure nylon in true vintage stockings and has no stretch properties whatsoever and, as such, can be quite uncomfortable if you get the size wrong.  

If you are intending to buy authentic vintage nylon stockings it is important to know more about the term ‘Fully Fashioned’ (FF) and what that actually means.  Here are some fully fashioned facts:

• A lot of people think that ‘Fully Fashioned’ just refers to the seam that is visible at the back of each leg.  It actually doesn’t.  Having a seam on your stockings is just where the flat-knit ‘fully fashioned’ nylon fabric was joined at the back.  To be truly authentic, that seam must be a join – some seams are just sewn-in ‘fake’ mock seams.  So, to think that the only stockings that can be called ‘fully fashioned’ are those with a seam and contrasting heel is a myth.  Seamless stockings can be fully fashioned too.

• ‘Fully Fashioned’ actually refers to the natural shape of the leg.  Let me explain.  Because true, authentic pure nylon stockings have no stretch in them at all, manufacturers had to make them in the exact shape of the leg so that they fit snugly and didn’t ‘sag’ in places.  They were perfectly ‘fashioned‘ to the shape of the leg so that they fit neatly around all parts of the leg.  They had to, remember.  If they didn’t, the nylon fabric in some areas would sag while in others they would be too tight.  The stocking should fit neatly around the whole of your leg without sagging or creasing, although a subtle tiny ripple of looseness at the arch of the foot is actually considered fashionably chic in some quarters.

• With Fully Fashioned (FF) nylon stockings, leg length is actually more important than foot size when it comes to comfort while wearing.  One of the things you must do first of all is to know your leg length because good quality nylon stockings come in different leg lengths, eg: size 10 short; size 10 medium; size 10 long, etc.

• The alternative to Fully Fashioned seamed stockings are seamless ‘Regular’ stockings that are  knitted over cone-shaped moulds.  As I said, these don’t have seams because they don’t need seams as they are knitted as a big conical ‘tube’ – although a manufacturer could add a ‘mock’ seam just for effect.  This method of manufacture is slightly more forgiving when it comes to sizing, especially since in later years they started adding stretchy Lycra to the nylon mix.  Because these circular spun stockings have a kind of ‘one shape fits all’ idea they will never fit and look as good as vintage fully fashioned nylons.  Watch out for that, as they are not really truly authentic nylons in the vintage sense.

Are Nylon Stockings Fun and Comfortable to Wear? 

Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft nylon fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day.  Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day. With sheer, lightweight designs and a range of fashionable colors, there’s no denying that nylon stockings are a great wardrobe addition. Nylon stockings have been a fashion staple for decades, as they not only offer a sleek and stylish look, but are also fun and comfortable to wear.  Nylon stockings are easy to care for, maintain their color over time, and make the perfect addition to any outfit! 

The Denier scale is an important factor for those wanting stockings. It’s a French term used to measure the thickness of the thread, and refers to one gram for every nine thousand metres. Sheer stockings or tights have a denier count of 7, which is so light that it almost disappears on the leg. For those after more durability, stockings over 20-denier are opaque; whereas those between 10-20 are still transparent whilst being more resistant. For a balance between wearability and sexiness, 15-denier is the most popular option.

Seamed or Seamless Stockings – What’s Best?  The Pros and Cons of Seamed vs. Seamless Stockings.

Whether you choose seamed or seamless stockings depends heavily on personal preference. Seamed stockings are often thought to be of higher quality and more durable, while seamless stockings tend to fit better and provide a smoother look under clothing. Ultimately, it comes down to individual choice.  Seamed stockings offer a more traditional, vintage look, but seamless stockings are becoming increasingly popular for their sleek and modern look. The choice between the two ultimately comes down to personal preference, as both kinds of stockings can provide comfort and style. 

How to buy a vintage slip.

By Dana Donofree, Founder of AnaOno

At AnaOno, we believe that when you feel good, you heal better. For customers preparing for breast or chest surgery—whether cancer-related, cosmetic, or gender-affirming—selecting the right post-surgical garment can make a tremendous difference in both comfort and recovery. As specialty retailers, you are often the ones guiding these conversations and helping your customers prepare for one of the most important times in their lives.

Why Post-Surgical Bras Are Recommended
Post-surgical garments are designed with specific medical needs in mind. They allow for ease of dressing when mobility is limited, help manage swelling, accommodate surgical drains, and provide comfort where sensitive incisions need protection. Choosing the correct garment depends on the type of surgery and the recommendations from their doctor, which is why your expertise as a trusted resource is so valuable.

The AnaOno Post-Surgical Collection

Post-Surgical Bra

Front Closure Post Surgical Bra is designed with patient recovery at the forefront, this bra features:

• Front hook closure for easy on and off.
• Adjustable straps to accommodate swelling and healing.
• Cooling mesh back for breathability.
• Removable drain management pockets, supporting patients with JP drains. Surgeries that may require drains include mastectomies (unilateral or bilateral), explant surgeries, reconstructive procedures, and some breast reductions.

Post-Surgical Vest

The Post-Surgical Vest – A unisex option ideal for a wider range of surgeries, including:

• Mastectomies and reconstruction with flap procedures (which often do not require compression).
• Top surgery and gynecomastia procedures.
  Available in both female and unisex/male sizing, the vest is adaptable for many recovery needs.

Post Surgical Vest for Men

The Rora Bra

The Rora Bra
Our best-selling modal bra, designed for comfort after the initial 4–6 week recovery period. With its ultra-soft fabric and light compression, the Rora provides gentle support when patients are ready to transition from their initial recovery garment to an everyday comfort bra.

Bianca Front Closure Sports Bra

The Bianca Front Closure Sports Bra is a popular choice for augmentations and reductions, this bra offers:

• 360° compression to support swelling reduction.
• Mesh back for breathability.
• Lower plunging neckline, perfect for continued healing with added style.

Tips for Helping Customers Prepare
Doctors often recommend specific features depending on the surgery—compression vs. no compression, underwire vs. no underwire, and drain management. Encourage customers to ask their physician:

• Will I need compression?
• Will I have drains?
• Should I avoid underwire?
• How long should I wear my recovery bra?

The more informed your customers are, the better you can support them with the right garment.

Common Surgeries That May Require Recovery Garments

• Mastectomy (single or double)
• Lumpectomy
• Reconstruction (implant or flap)
• Explant surgery
• Breast augmentation
• Breast reduction
• Top surgery (FTM or nonbinary)
• Gynecomastia surgery

As specialty retailers, your ability to guide patients toward garments that truly meet their needs builds both trust and loyalty. By carrying post-surgical solutions, you’re not only providing comfort—you’re becoming part of their healing journey.

At AnaOno, we’re here to support you, so you can support them. Because when your customers feel good, they heal better.

See more AnaOno collections on their Spotlight on Lingerie Briefs
Also see Dana Donofree’s column on Breast Health

Nylon stocking sizes are crucially important.  It is far too easy to buy pin up 1950s fashion nylons only to find you have bought the wrong size.  Making all the right choices before you purchase will ensure you are not disappointed afterwards.  The first thing you really need to know is that stocking nylon is not the same as the nylon you would find on other garments, like panties or a slip.  Stocking nylon is 100% pure nylon in true vintage stockings and has no stretch properties whatsoever and, as such, can be quite uncomfortable if you get the size wrong.  

If you are intending to buy authentic vintage nylon stockings it is important to know more about the term ‘Fully Fashioned’ (FF) and what that actually means.  Here are some fully fashioned facts:

• A lot of people think that ‘Fully Fashioned’ just refers to the seam that is visible at the back of each leg.  It actually doesn’t.  Having a seam on your stockings is just where the flat-knit ‘fully fashioned’ nylon fabric was joined at the back.  To be truly authentic, that seam must be a join – some seams are just sewn-in ‘fake’ mock seams.  So, to think that the only stockings that can be called ‘fully fashioned’ are those with a seam and contrasting heel is a myth.  Seamless stockings can be fully fashioned too.

• ‘Fully Fashioned’ actually refers to the natural shape of the leg.  Let me explain.  Because true, authentic pure nylon stockings have no stretch in them at all, manufacturers had to make them in the exact shape of the leg so that they fit snugly and didn’t ‘sag’ in places.  They were perfectly ‘fashioned‘ to the shape of the leg so that they fit neatly around all parts of the leg.  They had to, remember.  If they didn’t, the nylon fabric in some areas would sag while in others they would be too tight.  The stocking should fit neatly around the whole of your leg without sagging or creasing, although a subtle tiny ripple of looseness at the arch of the foot is actually considered fashionably chic in some quarters.

• With Fully Fashioned (FF) nylon stockings, leg length is actually more important than foot size when it comes to comfort while wearing.  One of the things you must do first of all is to know your leg length because good quality nylon stockings come in different leg lengths, eg: size 10 short; size 10 medium; size 10 long, etc.

• The alternative to Fully Fashioned seamed stockings are seamless ‘Regular’ stockings that are  knitted over cone-shaped moulds.  As I said, these don’t have seams because they don’t need seams as they are knitted as a big conical ‘tube’ – although a manufacturer could add a ‘mock’ seam just for effect.  This method of manufacture is slightly more forgiving when it comes to sizing, especially since in later years they started adding stretchy Lycra to the nylon mix.  Because these circular spun stockings have a kind of ‘one shape fits all’ idea they will never fit and look as good as vintage fully fashioned nylons.  Watch out for that, as they are not really truly authentic nylons in the vintage sense.

Are Nylon Stockings Fun and Comfortable to Wear? 

Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft nylon fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day.  Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day. With sheer, lightweight designs and a range of fashionable colors, there’s no denying that nylon stockings are a great wardrobe addition. Nylon stockings have been a fashion staple for decades, as they not only offer a sleek and stylish look, but are also fun and comfortable to wear.  Nylon stockings are easy to care for, maintain their color over time, and make the perfect addition to any outfit! 

The Denier scale is an important factor for those wanting stockings. It’s a French term used to measure the thickness of the thread, and refers to one gram for every nine thousand metres. Sheer stockings or tights have a denier count of 7, which is so light that it almost disappears on the leg. For those after more durability, stockings over 20-denier are opaque; whereas those between 10-20 are still transparent whilst being more resistant. For a balance between wearability and sexiness, 15-denier is the most popular option.

Seamed or Seamless Stockings – What’s Best?  The Pros and Cons of Seamed vs. Seamless Stockings.

Whether you choose seamed or seamless stockings depends heavily on personal preference. Seamed stockings are often thought to be of higher quality and more durable, while seamless stockings tend to fit better and provide a smoother look under clothing. Ultimately, it comes down to individual choice.  Seamed stockings offer a more traditional, vintage look, but seamless stockings are becoming increasingly popular for their sleek and modern look. The choice between the two ultimately comes down to personal preference, as both kinds of stockings can provide comfort and style. 

How to buy a vintage slip.

By ELLEN LEWIS

Christine

In this overview of the August 2025 NY Lingerie Trade Shows, I decided to whittle down the presentation to a merchandising perspective: the macro vision that is/will drive sales. For me, the message was loud and clear, Tariffs, Joy and Pajamas. And Sheerness led design.

Carole Coelho

I didn’t focus on one color because joyous colors prevailed throughout the shows, and dynamic prints were everywhere. The entire palette was festive, counter intuitive to the current cultural buzz. And Pajamas still hold the sleepwear business hostage, variation on fabrics being the differential. Of course there were the usual suspects, anchor brands with interesting design updates. As expected, the French served up extraordinary embroideries. Italians made their elegant presence known.  Classic lingerie design elements remained front and center: beautiful laces, precious details, expert tailoring motifs and excellence in fit

Be Appeeling

Less brands were on display, but the brands to whom I spoke were pleased with the business. Traffic seemed down, but shoppers were focused. There were fewer new players. However, two in particular struck a nerve with me.  Tusq, a body image booster for Men, is a shaping solution for men who think their clothes shrunk in the wash. And, a product that has never been in my wheelhouse, a pastie, body jewelry brand, Be Appeeling, which was the most creative thing I saw.

Tusq

I questioned everyone I met about the impact of tariffs. The response was relatively universal. The unknown rules. Wait and see prevails. Most are considering compromise, sharing the pricing burden with stores. Some raised prices this Fall so the process has already begun.  It’s pretty clear that the impact won’t trickle down to consumers until later in 2026.

I didn’t photograph everything, which doesn’t mean that a brand wasn’t relevant. When mining a venue, I prefer to read the room from what dominates my view.

Yellamaris

Jessica Russell Flint

Noblesse Oblige

Diane von Furstenberg

Huit Swim

Raggianti

Karma On The Rocks

Karma On The Rocks

Panache Swim

Sapph

LatteLove

Samantha Chang

Samantha Chang

Samantha Chang

Empreinte Swim

Jessica Russell Flint

Mey

Mey

Priamo

Gossard

Aubade

Dita von Teese

Montelle

Fit Fully Yours

Empreinte

Only Hearts

Nevaeh

Komilfo

Christine

Rya Collection

Montelle

Maison Close

Be Appeeling

Murmer

Maison Close

ID Sarrieri

Simone Perele

Wolford

Wolford

Shikkosa

Rosa Ribelle

Commando

Commando

Anita

Fleurt

Lala Vie

Be Idle

Be Idle

Passionata

Laurence Taviernier

Pluto

The Cat’s Pajamas

Denise Rae

Denise Rae

Read and See More Stories on Lingerie Briefs

Nylon stocking sizes are crucially important.  It is far too easy to buy pin up 1950s fashion nylons only to find you have bought the wrong size.  Making all the right choices before you purchase will ensure you are not disappointed afterwards.  The first thing you really need to know is that stocking nylon is not the same as the nylon you would find on other garments, like panties or a slip.  Stocking nylon is 100% pure nylon in true vintage stockings and has no stretch properties whatsoever and, as such, can be quite uncomfortable if you get the size wrong.  

If you are intending to buy authentic vintage nylon stockings it is important to know more about the term ‘Fully Fashioned’ (FF) and what that actually means.  Here are some fully fashioned facts:

• A lot of people think that ‘Fully Fashioned’ just refers to the seam that is visible at the back of each leg.  It actually doesn’t.  Having a seam on your stockings is just where the flat-knit ‘fully fashioned’ nylon fabric was joined at the back.  To be truly authentic, that seam must be a join – some seams are just sewn-in ‘fake’ mock seams.  So, to think that the only stockings that can be called ‘fully fashioned’ are those with a seam and contrasting heel is a myth.  Seamless stockings can be fully fashioned too.

• ‘Fully Fashioned’ actually refers to the natural shape of the leg.  Let me explain.  Because true, authentic pure nylon stockings have no stretch in them at all, manufacturers had to make them in the exact shape of the leg so that they fit snugly and didn’t ‘sag’ in places.  They were perfectly ‘fashioned‘ to the shape of the leg so that they fit neatly around all parts of the leg.  They had to, remember.  If they didn’t, the nylon fabric in some areas would sag while in others they would be too tight.  The stocking should fit neatly around the whole of your leg without sagging or creasing, although a subtle tiny ripple of looseness at the arch of the foot is actually considered fashionably chic in some quarters.

• With Fully Fashioned (FF) nylon stockings, leg length is actually more important than foot size when it comes to comfort while wearing.  One of the things you must do first of all is to know your leg length because good quality nylon stockings come in different leg lengths, eg: size 10 short; size 10 medium; size 10 long, etc.

• The alternative to Fully Fashioned seamed stockings are seamless ‘Regular’ stockings that are  knitted over cone-shaped moulds.  As I said, these don’t have seams because they don’t need seams as they are knitted as a big conical ‘tube’ – although a manufacturer could add a ‘mock’ seam just for effect.  This method of manufacture is slightly more forgiving when it comes to sizing, especially since in later years they started adding stretchy Lycra to the nylon mix.  Because these circular spun stockings have a kind of ‘one shape fits all’ idea they will never fit and look as good as vintage fully fashioned nylons.  Watch out for that, as they are not really truly authentic nylons in the vintage sense.

Are Nylon Stockings Fun and Comfortable to Wear? 

Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft nylon fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day.  Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day. With sheer, lightweight designs and a range of fashionable colors, there’s no denying that nylon stockings are a great wardrobe addition. Nylon stockings have been a fashion staple for decades, as they not only offer a sleek and stylish look, but are also fun and comfortable to wear.  Nylon stockings are easy to care for, maintain their color over time, and make the perfect addition to any outfit! 

The Denier scale is an important factor for those wanting stockings. It’s a French term used to measure the thickness of the thread, and refers to one gram for every nine thousand metres. Sheer stockings or tights have a denier count of 7, which is so light that it almost disappears on the leg. For those after more durability, stockings over 20-denier are opaque; whereas those between 10-20 are still transparent whilst being more resistant. For a balance between wearability and sexiness, 15-denier is the most popular option.

Seamed or Seamless Stockings – What’s Best?  The Pros and Cons of Seamed vs. Seamless Stockings.

Whether you choose seamed or seamless stockings depends heavily on personal preference. Seamed stockings are often thought to be of higher quality and more durable, while seamless stockings tend to fit better and provide a smoother look under clothing. Ultimately, it comes down to individual choice.  Seamed stockings offer a more traditional, vintage look, but seamless stockings are becoming increasingly popular for their sleek and modern look. The choice between the two ultimately comes down to personal preference, as both kinds of stockings can provide comfort and style. 

How to buy a vintage slip.

The Wirefree Dream Bra (32-40, D-H) and Matching Brief (S-XXXL)

This fall Montelle Intimates transforms its bestselling styles into luxury essentials with a new, rich, earthy hue; Woodrose. This shade, defined by experts as the color of connection, comfort and harmony, is a perfect statement of the brand’s ideology: feminine functionality.

The Myla Cup Sized Bralette (28-42, D/E & F/G) and Brazilian Brief (XS-XL)

Montelle combines this chic color with an ultra-soft, pearl finished micro-modal and an organic cross-dyed lace evoking a sexy, contemporary attitude. This is the same sumptuous fabric and two toned lace concept used in the highly successful Anniversary Collection.

The Pure Plus Bra (30-42, D-G) and Brief (S-XXXL)

Eleven everyday basics are elevated to a sophisticated, classic, seasonless collection of gorgeous lingerie. Showcased here are the Pure Plus Full Coverage T-Shirt Bra, the Wire-Free Dream Bra, the Mysa Cup Size Bralette, Signature Lace Brazilian Panty, and the Bust Support Chemise. Also available in Woodrose the Flirt Demi Lace Bra, the Spacer Balconette and the Wire-Free T Shirt Bra. Known for their technical fit expertise, Montelle’s Woodrose collection satisfies a wide range of sizes from 28-42, C-H cups and XS-XXXL.

The Bust Support Chemise (S-XXXL)

See More Montelle Collections in Their Spotlight on Lingerie Briefs

Nylon stocking sizes are crucially important.  It is far too easy to buy pin up 1950s fashion nylons only to find you have bought the wrong size.  Making all the right choices before you purchase will ensure you are not disappointed afterwards.  The first thing you really need to know is that stocking nylon is not the same as the nylon you would find on other garments, like panties or a slip.  Stocking nylon is 100% pure nylon in true vintage stockings and has no stretch properties whatsoever and, as such, can be quite uncomfortable if you get the size wrong.  

If you are intending to buy authentic vintage nylon stockings it is important to know more about the term ‘Fully Fashioned’ (FF) and what that actually means.  Here are some fully fashioned facts:

• A lot of people think that ‘Fully Fashioned’ just refers to the seam that is visible at the back of each leg.  It actually doesn’t.  Having a seam on your stockings is just where the flat-knit ‘fully fashioned’ nylon fabric was joined at the back.  To be truly authentic, that seam must be a join – some seams are just sewn-in ‘fake’ mock seams.  So, to think that the only stockings that can be called ‘fully fashioned’ are those with a seam and contrasting heel is a myth.  Seamless stockings can be fully fashioned too.

• ‘Fully Fashioned’ actually refers to the natural shape of the leg.  Let me explain.  Because true, authentic pure nylon stockings have no stretch in them at all, manufacturers had to make them in the exact shape of the leg so that they fit snugly and didn’t ‘sag’ in places.  They were perfectly ‘fashioned‘ to the shape of the leg so that they fit neatly around all parts of the leg.  They had to, remember.  If they didn’t, the nylon fabric in some areas would sag while in others they would be too tight.  The stocking should fit neatly around the whole of your leg without sagging or creasing, although a subtle tiny ripple of looseness at the arch of the foot is actually considered fashionably chic in some quarters.

• With Fully Fashioned (FF) nylon stockings, leg length is actually more important than foot size when it comes to comfort while wearing.  One of the things you must do first of all is to know your leg length because good quality nylon stockings come in different leg lengths, eg: size 10 short; size 10 medium; size 10 long, etc.

• The alternative to Fully Fashioned seamed stockings are seamless ‘Regular’ stockings that are  knitted over cone-shaped moulds.  As I said, these don’t have seams because they don’t need seams as they are knitted as a big conical ‘tube’ – although a manufacturer could add a ‘mock’ seam just for effect.  This method of manufacture is slightly more forgiving when it comes to sizing, especially since in later years they started adding stretchy Lycra to the nylon mix.  Because these circular spun stockings have a kind of ‘one shape fits all’ idea they will never fit and look as good as vintage fully fashioned nylons.  Watch out for that, as they are not really truly authentic nylons in the vintage sense.

Are Nylon Stockings Fun and Comfortable to Wear? 

Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft nylon fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day.  Yes, nylon stockings can be both fun and comfortable to wear. Their sleek look goes well with any outfit, while their soft fabric helps keep you feeling comfortable throughout the day. With sheer, lightweight designs and a range of fashionable colors, there’s no denying that nylon stockings are a great wardrobe addition. Nylon stockings have been a fashion staple for decades, as they not only offer a sleek and stylish look, but are also fun and comfortable to wear.  Nylon stockings are easy to care for, maintain their color over time, and make the perfect addition to any outfit! 

The Denier scale is an important factor for those wanting stockings. It’s a French term used to measure the thickness of the thread, and refers to one gram for every nine thousand metres. Sheer stockings or tights have a denier count of 7, which is so light that it almost disappears on the leg. For those after more durability, stockings over 20-denier are opaque; whereas those between 10-20 are still transparent whilst being more resistant. For a balance between wearability and sexiness, 15-denier is the most popular option.

Seamed or Seamless Stockings – What’s Best?  The Pros and Cons of Seamed vs. Seamless Stockings.

Whether you choose seamed or seamless stockings depends heavily on personal preference. Seamed stockings are often thought to be of higher quality and more durable, while seamless stockings tend to fit better and provide a smoother look under clothing. Ultimately, it comes down to individual choice.  Seamed stockings offer a more traditional, vintage look, but seamless stockings are becoming increasingly popular for their sleek and modern look. The choice between the two ultimately comes down to personal preference, as both kinds of stockings can provide comfort and style. 

How to buy a vintage slip.

By ESTELLE PULESTON

One of the indie lingerie brands high up on my wishlist, Seelanii Lingerie is a one-woman handmade brand created in 2020 by Kristen Fernandes. Working out of her home studio in Poland, she creates luxuriously artisanal underpinnings that range from decadent silk and lace sets to whimsical pieces in hand-embroidered linen.

Fernandes is a self-taught seamstress who started learning to sew and embroider by hand aged just 6, gradually moving onto more complicated techniques and garments in her teens. Naturally drawn to creating lingerie – which she likens to being a pastry chef, saying that intimates are “like dessert for the eyes – sweet, small and detailed” – she eventually learned how to make a bra through trial, error, and deconstructing a few to see exactly how they were made.

“I am a very technical person,” she told me, “I love the challenges that come with designing things that are so complicated to construct but also need to be beautiful and functional.” The idea for Seelanii came about once she had developed the confidence and skillset to work with high-end fabrics such as silk and Leavers lace, which she began sourcing from small local businesses.

Many Seelanii fabrics – most of which are made in Europe – are purchased deadstock and in small quantities, which makes the brand’s collections strictly limited edition. Typically, just 20 to 50 pieces get made. For Fernandes, this keeps the process feeling fresh and enjoyable, rather than having to sew the same thing over and over for years. Plus, she just likes the idea of only a few people owning them! Her ambitions are to stay quality-over-quantity, and maintain that close connection she currently has with her customers.

This is one of those captivating lingerie brands where every single look feels truly special, but a few particular stand-outs include the Elizabeth basque with its frilly arched cut and ruched silk garter straps, the 3-piece Elizabeth lingerie set which incorporates the same ruffled silhouette only this time in powder pink silk satin and with strings of pearls between the bra cups, and the berry-red Jagoda basque set with its double-layered silk and Chantilly lace fabrication and silk-wrapped closure straps at the back.

Most unique of all however are the linen sets. Although it took some testing to land on shapes that would work well with this atypical underwear fabric (which Fernandes describes as “rustic yet elegant”), the designs she settled on are simply dreamy. Breezy tap pants, adding an even airier feel to something already highly breathable. A versatile demi bra hand-embroidered with summery ribbons of poppies, rye and forget me nots. And my very favorite: a longline bustier, hand-embroidered with Queen Ann’s Lace flowers, which could easily be worn as a chic summer crop top.

Seelanii’s linen is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, undyed for a natural ecru color, and perfect for those who care about biodegradability. (Garments also all ship in sustainable plastic-free packaging.) The hand embroidery work is done by fellow artisan Małgorzata Sztuka.

Seelanii Lingerie is priced from 272-1,199 PLN, approximately $75 to $330, and is available from 30 to 40 bands and AA to G cups. All items are made to order and custom sizing is also available on request, as well as fit-test garments for a small fee which are assembled from scrap materials to check the fit before you place your final order. Additionally, bespoke orders are a possibility, including giving one of your garments a new life as a lingerie set.

Contact information:

Website:

Instagram: @seelanii_lingerie

Email: info@seelanii-lingerie.com