lingerie

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Founded in Bologna in 1954 by an Italian corsetry maker named Ada Masotti, La Perla’s lingerie became high fashion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Instead, a stint at Boston Consulting Group led to a strategy and business-development role at lingerie brand Victoria’s Secret.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

Tyra Banks, who retired from the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway in 2005, closes out the rebranded lingerie show, which returned after a six-year break.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Boxes and bags with items to be sorted designate a clear walking path, and the extra bedrooms are deemed the lingerie section, which dates back to the Victorian era.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025

How do I explain that the underwear, lingerie, and key are my sister’s?

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez