By ASI EFROS
Some brands are built from business plans. Others are born from instinct, passion, and a leap into the unknown. Kristin Bear, founder and creative force behind Kilo Brava, belongs firmly to the latter. She shares her journey in the exclusive interview for Lingerie Briefs Magazine. 
Founded in 2019, Kilo Brava has, in just a few short years, become one of the most visually distinctive and emotionally … Read More
By ASI EFROS
In an exclusive interview for Lingerie Briefs, former CEO of Hanky Panky Brenda Berger takes us inside the rise of a brand that built global recognition around a single style of underwear and reveals what it took to scale it, protect it, and lead it through crisis.
Can you take us back to the time when you first joined Hanky Panky?
It was in 2004 and I … Read More
By ASI EFROS
In this exclusive interview, Sandra Jones, Director North America at Lise Charmel, shares what it takes to steward a historic French lingerie house in the U.S. market. She reflects on heritage, craftsmanship, and the future of couture lingerie.
What does it mean to you to represent a brand with such a rich French heritage in the U.S. market?
Representing Lise Charmel in the U.S. is … Read More
By ASI EFROS
For over three decades, Niki Baratta has helped shape the visual identity of one of the world’s most recognizable fashion brands. As Vice President of Photography at Victoria’s Secret, she stood behind the lens of an era, crafting imagery that would become iconic, aspirational, and deeply embedded in popular culture.
Reflecting on her time at the company, Niki is most proud of being “an integral part of … Read More
By ASI EFROS
In my latest Intimate Talks interview with Molly Hopkins, the owner of LiviRae Lingerie, we explore the heart, history, and vision behind her store. Its motto, “Let us lift you up,” is far more than a tagline. It’s a promise.
In the world of intimate apparel, few boutiques have created a movement as powerful or as heartfelt as LiviRae Lingerie. Founded in Kennesaw, Georgia, it’s … Read More
by ASIE EFROS
In this episode of Intimate Talks, Asi Efros sits down with Dow Hickam, the second-generation owner of Top Drawer Lingerie. She uncovers the story behind one of Houston’s most beloved boutiques, a business built on precision, compassion, and a deep understanding of women’s needs.
Founded in 1983, Top Drawer Lingerie has long been a trusted destination for women seeking expert bra fittings and beautifully crafted lingerie. … Read More
By ASI EFROS
Behind almost every great lingerie store is a woman with a vision, and for Melissa Thomason, founder and owner of Breakout Bras, that vision was about truth, comfort, and confidence.
In this Intimate Talks interview, Melissa shares how she turned a small, local idea into a thriving omnichannel lingerie business recognized nationwide. What began as a simple desire to help women find bras that truly … Read More
