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Italy’s Billionaire Lingerie King Takes Aim at Victoria’s Secret

Sandro Veronesi, the billionaire whose Calzedonia Group sold 1.8 billion euros ($2.5 billion) worth of intimate apparel and clothing last year, is planning to challenge Victoria’s Secret by opening his first US stores.

News & Analysis

Italy’s Billionaire Lingerie King Takes Aim at Victoria’s Secret

Sandro Veronesi, the billionaire whose Calzedonia Group sold 1.8 billion euros ($2.5 billion) worth of intimate apparel and clothing last year, is planning to challenge Victoria’s Secret by opening his first US stores.


News & Analysis

The Answer to a Shrinking US Bra Market: A Brassiere That Fits

To reignite growth, bra makers are shifting away from the push-up bras popularised by Victoria’s Secret and emphasising fit and comfort.

News & Analysis

The Answer to a Shrinking US Bra Market: A Brassiere That Fits

To reignite growth, bra makers are shifting away from the push-up bras popularised by Victoria’s Secret and emphasising fit and comfort.


Global Markets

Inside the Economics of Your Underwear

Underwear is a $110 billion market. Which companies are most successfully getting into our bras and briefs?

Global Markets

Inside the Economics of Your Underwear

Underwear is a $110 billion market. Which companies are most successfully getting into our bras and briefs?


News & Analysis

Frederick’s Seeks Bankruptcy After Closing Lingerie Stores

Frederick’s of Hollywood, known for its racy women’s leisurewear, filed for bankruptcy after closing all its stores to compete online with rivals including Victoria’s Secret.

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Frederick’s Seeks Bankruptcy After Closing Lingerie Stores

Frederick’s of Hollywood, known for its racy women’s leisurewear, filed for bankruptcy after closing all its stores to compete online with rivals including Victoria’s Secret.


News & Analysis

Luxury-Socks Startup Stance Raises $50M to Expand Into Underwear

"A Southern California startup selling luxury socks has raised backing from private investors to expand into an enticing, but hard-to-win sector:

News & Analysis

Luxury-Socks Startup Stance Raises $50M to Expand Into Underwear

"A Southern California startup selling luxury socks has raised backing from private investors to expand into an enticing, but hard-to-win sector:


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Underwear Startups Have Investors Hot and Bothered

"After taking the runway at New York Fashion Week, fashion tech is making a play for the bedroom."

News & Analysis

Underwear Startups Have Investors Hot and Bothered

"After taking the runway at New York Fashion Week, fashion tech is making a play for the bedroom."