Plus Size Pride ~ A Lingerie Fashion Editorial

April 17, 2019

Photographed by STEPHANIE HYNES

Elomi

Writing this preamble about our latest Lingerie Fashion editorial photographed by Stephanie Hynes was somewhat of an eye opener for me. I’ve been discouraging the word plus when referring to curvy women who do not fit into the historically straight size market. My opinion has always been that size is just a number and all women deserve beautiful lingerie without being categorized. But after a conversation with our model, Tricia Campbell, who I luckily met at a gathering we had both attended, I have a new perspective on the issue. Whereas I am getting tired of the same old marketing buzz words depicting the category, Trish is all about touting “body positivity” and proudly promotes herself as a plus sized woman. As she explained to me: “Why not? I am plus size and I believe it’s the “New Normal”. She told me that she had a blast at this photo shoot because the products made her feel confidant and sexy. She was thrilled to have the opportunity to show that seductive and supportive lingerie was now easy to find for women like her. In this editorial, we hopefully captured her sense of joy.

Lise Charmel & Nylon Swish Stockings

Curvy Kate

Parfait

Wacoal-America

Harlow & Fox

Empreinte

Sculptresse

Hanky Panky

Rosa Faia

Natori

Curvy Couture

Photography & Creative Direction: Stephanie Hynes
http://www.stephaniehynes.com/
@stephaniehynesphotography

Illustrations: Nathen Cantwell
www.nathencantwell.com
@nathencantwell

Model: Tricia Campbell
www.iamtriciacampbell.net
@iamtriciacampbell

Makeup: Jas Doyle
http://jasdoyle.com/beauty
@jasdoylemakeup

Hair: Stefani Annaliese
http://www.stefaniannaliese.com
@stefaniannaliese

Stylist: Denise Caldwell
@styleexpertdenise

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Savoir Faire ~ French Lingerie

February 18, 2019

Photographed by STEPHANIE HYNES

Maison Close

This fashion editorial, shot by Stephanie Hynes during her recent sojourn in Paris is a testimonial to French lingerie. Through her unique lens, she addresses the question: Why is French lingerie so revered? To us, the answer is intrinsic in the DNA of the French culture. Every facet of daily life is infused with the pursuit of pleasure; the French way of doing things caters to the senses. Some call it “savoir faire”. We call it the art of seduction. From the Baroque style of the Palace of Versailles to the translucent elegance of I.M. Pei’s Pyramid at the Louvre, the French design ideal is captured in Stephanie’s photo essay. Replete with light, gorgeous underpinnings and chic locations, these images reflect our interpretation of luxurious lingerie. They are also homage to women who understand that real beauty is best portrayed in how one feels inside. That is why, for centuries, French women have worn beautiful underwear simply to empower themselves.

We begin our journey in a classic french Pied à Terre . . . . .

Cadolle

Louisa Bracq

Lise Charmel

Paloma Casile

Maison Leaby

LOU

Aubade

Empreinte (uniquely embroidered with the slogan ‘Mon Amour’)

Chantelle

Passionata

Velvette

And we finish in the renown Marché Aux Puces. . . .

Lise Charmel

Brigitte Bardot

Maison Lejaby

Paloma Casile

Louisa Bracq

Implicité

Camille Roucher

Simone Pérèle

Cadolle

Thanks so much to JLF Antiquités (@jeanluc_ferrand) for allowing us access to their exquisite store in the Marché Aux Puces

Credits:

In the Paris Atelier
Model: Elisa@CITYMODELS/Paris
MakeUp: Lorandy using NARS @ Backstage Agency Paris
Hair: Harley HP @harley_hp

Chantelle & Velvette Images:
Model: Maeva@DMAmodels
Hair & Makeup: Anne-Esther Dina Ebimbe @ae_mua

In the Marche aux Puces:
Model: Victoria/MetropolitanModels.com
Hair & Makeup: Zoia Zueva @zoiazzuevamakeup

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Backstage at The Nutcracker ~ A Holiday Lingerie Fashion Editorial

November 14, 2018

Photographed by STEPHANIE HYNESCommando

In search of a theme for our holiday lingerie fashion editorial, Stephanie and I wanted to stay true to our creative aesthetic. How classic is the Nutcracker Suite! I suggested a story about the intimate world in which the dancers live while they are backstage in rehearsal and during the performance. Thirty two brands contributed to this visual panorama of exquisite intimates photographed to capture the symbiotic relationship between lingerie and the ballet. Our principal model, Laura Hess, is a former prima ballerina and has performed in The Nutcracker. She is joined by other professional dancers. The logistics of this shoot proved challenging as we lost our initial stage venue on the East Coast and were forced to move to Minneapolis for the final work. But in her inimitable way, Stephanie pulled it off. This is our gift to our readers and our brands for Holiday 2018. Let the season begin!

The Little Bra Company

Miel with Falke Socks

Seated: Hanky Panky (left) & On Gossamer (right): Standing dancers are wearing practice leotards

Timpa

Rosa Faia

Only Hearts except Hanro bodysuit on Laura

Montelle (left) & Samantha Chang (right)

LOU

Le Mystere

Maison Close & Chantelle Bra

Triumph

Splendid (left) & P.J. Salvage (right)

Christine

Helen Sanchez (left) & Nevaeh (right)

Skarlett Blue

Fleur’t

Chantelle

Aubade

Lise Charmel

Lepel London

Natori

Samantha Chang

Dita Von Teese

Gossard

Marlies Dekkers

Photography & Creative Direction: Stephanie Hynes
www.stephaniehynes.com
@stephaniehynesphotography

Hair and Makeup
Julie Phaxay
https://www.juliephaxay.com/
@Juliephaxay

Wardrobe & Prop Styling
Claire Neviaser
https://www.claireneviaser.com/
@Claireteddi

Models:
Laura Hess (Prima Ballerina Model 🙂
@lhess_

Maggie Sobraske
@maggiesobraske
@voulumodels

Ballerinas
Vashti Goracke
@official_vashtigoracke
Maylu Pena
@maylupena

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Lingerie Minimalism

September 12, 2018

A fashion editorial series by Stephanie Hynes & Lingerie Briefs

Wacoal

“Minimalism describes movements in various forms of art and design, especially visual art and music, where the work is set out to expose the essence, essentials or identity of a subject through eliminating all non-essential forms, features or concepts.”

Walking around the Curve show with Stephanie last month, I mentioned that the emerging story that I perceived was the focus on basic essentials, simple shapes whose function was to provide supportive and flattering silhouettes without fuss. I tagged it Lingerie Minimalism.

In America, the everyday t-shirt bra and panty remains a dominant piece in a woman’s underwear drawer. In the current environment, a major statement by many brands is the reinforcement of their essential bra styles. Updating componentry and creating linear visuals bring a fresh perspective on these established collections.

What better way to show the versatility of a basic than to photograph it in movement. We used two professional dancers, Vie Boheme and Jocelyn Iris Rajkumar, currently touring with the National Production of West Side Story. Shooting them in original dance positions, Stephanie was able to highlight the beauty inherent in clean unadorned form. The artistry of dance has long been associated with the flow of the human body. Dance releases us from the stresses of everyday restraint and elevates our sense of well-being. September’s Lingerie Fashion Editorial is all about the freedom that our undergarments should create.

Samantha Chang

Hanky Panky

Epure by Lise Charmel

Skin

MM Skivvies

Montelle

Maison Close

Miel

Le Mystere

LOU

Blubella

Body Bliss by Montelle

Photography & Creative Direction: Stephanie Hynes
Hair & Makeup:
Megan McNamera @missmacmuah
Dancers:
Jocelyn Iris Rajkumar @jirajkumar
Vie Boheme @viebohemeofficial

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Bridal White ~ July Lingerie Fashion Editorial Part Two

July 25, 2018

By STEPHANIE HYNES

The Little Bra Company

In Part Two of our July Fashion Lingerie Editorial, Stephanie brings her camera indoors. In Part One, she shot her vision based on the illusions framed from natural light: the American impressionist painter Frederick Carl Frieseke was her inspiration. These images, photographed in her studio, evoke clarity of light effused from the simplicity of their surroundings. The color white is both innocent and provocative. In an artist’s hands, white takes many perspectives. Is white lingerie meant only for brides? This has often been the perception in America. But in Europe, white has long been status quo for everyday basics and sensual fashion pieces. Do brides only wear white? Perhaps the touch of something blue answers the question.

Lepel