A Primer on French Lingerie Designers

Almost nothing suggests style and sexiness as much as French-designed lingerie. It conjures up images of kissing by the Eiffel Tower, skipping along the Champs Élysées, or wiling away the afternoon by the Seine. There are a number of renowned French lingerie designers whose siren-like styles are available at Tanga Fine Lingerie.

• Lise Charmel of Paris. Lise Charmel lingerie is synonymous with original designs, unique details, and impeccable fit. Whether drawing on the European tradition or traveling the world over for inspiration from countries as diverse as China, Kenya, and Morocco, Lise Charmel lingerie designers infuse the line's luxury aesthetic with sophisticated, distinct style.


• Nicole Olivier. When you have only a small piece of fabric to work with, creating original swimwear is no easy feat. But that's exactly what Nicole Olivier has been doing for more than 40 years. Her swimsuits feature one and two-piece styles in innovative cuts, prints, and embellishments. If you want drama and unrestrained glamour and sex appeal, choose Nicole Olivier.


• Millesia. Meaning "vintage," Millesia lingerie is a symbol of sophisticated sensuality that harkens back to another age without seeming fussy. Intricate embroidery and cutwork and provocative new fabrics set this exquisite brand apart from other French brands. Part of the Nina Ricci Group.


• The edgy designs that Rien lingerie is known for are given as much precedence as design and attention to detail. Although the wholly imaginative styling of this brand is perhaps the first thing you'll notice, you'll also be pleased by the easy-to-wear styles that won't let you down when you need support.


• Chantelle is one of the top French couture lingerie brands in the world. Chantelle lingerie helps women discover new heights of femininity and embrace the full extent of their beauty. According to Chantelle, one of the brand’s goals is to provide a "sensual escape" through mastery of fabrics to seek ever greater levels of innovation. Tanga Fine Lingerie carries pieces from the Chantilly, Caprice, and Africa collections.