Lingerie Store Directory
Agent Provocateur
133 Mercer St., nr. Prince St.; 212-965-0229; agentprovocateur.comThis pink-and-black boudoir is a must-see when picking out undergarments for a wedding day or honeymoon. Frilly corsets are the specialty (from $216), but they also carry darling panties with satin ties at the waist, as well as tons of matching sets.
Azaleas
223 E. 10th St., nr. First Ave.; 212-253-5484; azaleasnyc.comThis neighborhood store is a treasure trove of all things white and froufrou, from thongs and lace thigh-highs to corsets and bustiers, which run up to size 38D. They also offer sweet camisole sets for the honeymoon (from $58).
Bra Smyth
905 Madison Ave., nr. 73rd St.; 212-772-9400; 2177 Broadway, at 77th St.; brasmyth.comThis Upper East Side shop and the newly opened Upper West Side location stock their racks with mostly French labels and high-end companies such as Le Mystère (from $60). The friendly staff helps brides make sense of cumbersome corsets.
Eres
621 Madison Ave., nr. 58th St., and various locations; 212-223-3550; eresparis.comThis intimate Parisian boutique offers the Flavie ($200), a comfortable corset that ends just below the bust, as well as sheer bodysuits with built-in thongs or boy-cut shorts (from $180). Brides going the simpler route will love the bras, most of which come in whisper-weight, ultraromantic cuts and fabrics (from $175).
Henri Bendel
712 Fifth Ave., nr. 56th St.; 212-247-1100The upscale New York establishment has sexy undergarments from more than 30 vendors, including the Henri Bendel New York private-label collection. Well-known designers like Christian Dior mix with newer names like Mimi Holiday.
Journelle
3 E. 17th St., nr. Fifth Ave.; 212-255-7800; journellenyc.comThis Flatiron boutique doesn’t just sell high-end lingerie; they “curate” intimate apparel with pieces from lines like Elle Macpherson, Chantelle, and Andres Sarda. The gracious staff will kindly offer assistance in their oversize dressing rooms (large enough to fit a gown).
Kiki de Montparnasse
79 Greene St., nr. Spring St.; 212-965-8150; kikidm.comKiki de Montparnasse has something for every bride—from the mild to the wild. For lacy panties and bedroom toys, this luxury intimates-and-bath company can outfit wedding nights, the honeymoon, and any day thereafter. Their best seller: a trademark tuxedo panty ($175).
Laina Jane
45 Christopher St., nr. Waverly Pl., and various locations; 212-807-8077; lainajane.comThis friendly boutique attracts women looking for basic bras, as well as those who want sexy, glamorous things to wear under—or as—party clothes. The store offers a seamless corset (from $69) that’s an inexpensive option for brides whose dresses—or bodies—don’t require whaleboning for support.
La Perla
803 Madison Ave., nr. 67th St., and various locations; 212-570-0050; laperla.comKnown for their sexy, lacy black underthings, this legendary Italian lingerie store also carries corsets that big-name designers like Vera Wang and Yumi Katsura swear by and use in their fittings. They come in a range of styles ($200 to $400), and, of course, there are panties to match ($60 to $150).
La Petite Coquette
51 University Pl., nr. 10th St.; 212-473-2478; thelittleflirt.comThe girlie-girl’s favorite lingerie shop carries corsets, bras, and panties in mesh, lace, silk-satin brocade, and microfiber, plus all sorts of pretty garments from up-and-coming designers like Modern Courtesan. Styles can be altered to fit—a service master fitter Rebecca Apsan (check out her book, The Lingerie Handbook) performs with ease. Corsets are $100 to $500.
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PrintFrom the Winter 2008 New York Wedding Guide
- Angelo Lambrou
96 East 7th Street New York NY 10009 ; 212-460-9870 ; www.angelolambrou.com
Citizen-of-the world types will love Angelo Lambrou’s gowns. Fluid silks, beaded accents, and perfectly draped details make the dresses formal but not froufrou.
- Birnbaum & Bullock
151 West 25th Street, #2A New York NY 10001 ; 212-242-2914 ; www.birnbaumandbullock.com
In this Manhattan oasis, the Designers offer different prices with “Birnbaum & Bullock,” “The Steven Birnbaum Collection”and “Robert Bullock Bride.” Instead of being “herded” with other brides, enjoy the solo attention.
- Clifton Michael Design
45 East 60th Street New York NY 10022 ; 212-888-7665 ; www.cliftonmichael.com
Clifton Michael Design offers a tasteful selection of Special Occasion dressing. Including gowns, cocktail dresses, silk separates and suits. In stock and made to order in all sizes.
- Lela Rose Bridesmaid
118 West 20th Street, 3rd Fl New York NY 10011 ; 646-638-9609 ; www.dessy.com/bridesmaid-dresses/lelarose
Lela Rose designs are for those looking for an upscale collection of fashionable bridesmaid dresses ($250 to $450). Features the entire Lela Rose collection, fabrics and sizes. Alterations available.
- Cymbeline Paris
5 East 19th Street, 2nd Fl New York NY 10003 ; 212-671-1051 ; www.cymbelinenyc.com
Cymbeline is a luxury bridal gown collection designer offering the finest in couture gowns. Our Manhattan showroom offers a comfortable and relaxing ambiance from spacious fitting rooms to passionate stylists.
- Jane Wilson Marquis
42 East 76th Street New York NY 10021 ; 212-452-5335 ; www.janewilsonmarquis.com
Couture designer Jane Wilson Marquis specializes in bridal and evening gowns. Her simpler ready to wear Bridal line offers the opportunity to customize, working within a budget starting at $850.
- Junko Yoshioka
580 Broadway New York NY 10012 ; 212-206-9302 ; www.junkoyoshioka.com
Junko Yoshioka is known for her attention to detail, sweeping silhouettes and luxurious fabrics. Our collection of gowns are classic and understated with a fresh and sexy edge.
- M&J Trimming
1008 Sixth Avenue New York NY 10018 ; 212-391-6200 ; www.mjtrim.com/bridal
M&J Trimming is world known for supplying Brides with quality fabric trimming and embellishments. Our server also includes stunning custom design Bridal Headpieces and veils according to a Bride’s request.
- Oscar del la Renta
550 Seventh Avenue, 8th Fl New York NY 10018 ; 212-282-0507 ; www.oscardelarenta.com
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world’s pre-eminent designers. The bridal collection draws on his exquisite design and feminine silhouettes, to make every bride feel beautiful on her wedding day.
- Selia Yang
71 Franklin Street / 328 East 9th St New York NY ; 212-941-9073 / 212-254-9073 ; www.seliayang.com
New York’s best kept secret, brides from all over flock to her doorstep for elegantly understated, chic bridal gown. Our 2 stores carry custom couture and off the rack gowns.
- Temperley London
453 Broome Street, 2nd Fl New York NY 10013 ; 212-219-2929 ; www.temperleylondon.com
Offering timeless romanticism and enduring elegance, the Temperley London Bridal collection captures and combines the spirit of the past and the essence of today. View the collection at the boutique.
- The Bridal Garden
54 West 21st Street, Suite 907 New York NY 10010 ; 212-252-0661 ; www.bridalgarden.org
The Bridal Garden is NYC’s premiere bridal atelier which sells donated couture and designer gowns at a fraction of their price. This Non-profit organization benefits education for NYC children.
- Veka Bridal
262 Mott Street New York NY 10012 ; 212-925-9044 ; www.vekabridal.com
This intimate Nolita boutique offers European and American designers, whose unconventional styles will please brides with an edgy fashion aesthetics in mind. By appointment.
