Lingerie Store Directory
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Laina Jane
45 Christopher St., nr. Waverly Pl.; 416 Amsterdam Ave., nr. 80th St.; 212-807-8077; lainajane.comThese shops attract women seeking everything from basic bras to glamorous matching sets. Their bra fitters will guarantee you’re wearing the correct size on your big day. The crystal-embellished Bride thong by Hanky Panky ($28) makes a saucy shower gift. (good value)
Linda the Bra Lady
552 Third Ave., nr. 37th St.; 646-736-1949; lindasonline.comThis source for high-end underpinnings has sexy, comfortable pieces from labels such as Simone Perele as well as shapewear by Spanx and Squeem. The store stocks sizes for petite to plus-size brides, including bustiers in up to an H cup. Basic and strapless bras from $35 to $85 and bustiers from $48 to $129. (good value)
LeMystere.com
Le Mystère sells body-sculpting lingerie that enhances every kind of bridal silhouette, including seamless convertible bustiers (the Sensuelle, $79); supportive strapless bras (the Soiree, $74); and nude boy short (Perfect Pair, $14). The brand caters to a wide range of sizes, from 32A to 44H.
Rigby & Peller
104 Fifth Ave., nr. 16th St. (various locations); 646-762-0844 rigbyandpeller.comThe 78-year-old London lingerie specialist Rigby & Peller took over the popular chain Intimacy last fall. Intimacy fans can still find a large selection of European designers, including Stella McCartney and French brand Le Chat, which have been added to the inventory. The knowledgeable staff practices the brand’s signature “lingerie styling” to get not just the perfect bra size and fit but also the customer’s overall ideal undergarment look.
Town Shop
2270 Broadway, nr. 82nd St.; 212-787-2762; townshop.comIn business since 1888, this fourth-generation shop specializes in the art of the perfect fit when it comes to lingerie, shapewear, and bridal bustiers for A to GG cups. Bra sizes range from 32AA to K.