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 under�garment 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.