Marlies Dekkers — designer lingerie from the Netherlands

The fashion Olympus rarely welcomes newcomers into its embrace, but a quarter-century ago, Dutch lingerie brand Marlies Dekkers managed to claim a prime spot at its summit. Established names with decades of history had to make room. Luxurious designs that captivate with provocative sensuality and unapologetic sexuality were enthusiastically embraced by fashion devotees and discerning critics alike. In the brand’s limited-edition collections, the glamorous luxury of materials intertwines with a unique graphic design aesthetic.

A Bold Vision Realized

In 1993, the brilliant talent of promising Dutch artist Marlies Dekkers merged with her longtime dream of creating seductive pieces with unconventional design, and the world heard a new name worth remembering: Marlies Dekkers. The lingerie became a reflection of the extraordinary creative potential of this Amsterdam Academy of St. Joost graduate.

Within just one year, Marlies Dekkers’ beloved creation was named Lingerie Brand of the Year. Her unique works have been featured in solo exhibitions and garnered recognition from the art industry worldwide. The first boutique opened in Antwerp, followed by stores in Rotterdam, Breda, and other European cities. In 2005, a Marlies Dekkers collection was presented at Paris Fashion Week — the first time the lingerie participated in a runway show. The designer’s years-long dream had come true.

The Brand’s Lingerie Treasures

Each collection presentation feels like a spectacular performance, revealing new dimensions of the designer’s talent. Soft materials reflect the creator’s reverence for the feminine form. Their textured fluidity gently touches the body, softly embraces the neck, narrow waist, and curves of the hips — masterfully concealing the nuances a woman prefers to keep private. Bold concepts draw attention to the assets she wants to showcase.

The founder embedded three core principles into the brand’s DNA: the finest fabrics, distinctive design, and impeccable fit. A fresh perspective on feminine beauty in seductive framing creates an irresistible desire to own Marlies Dekkers. Rejecting the traditional abundance of lace and ruffles, the designer favors constructivism in her designs. An eccentric union of graphic lines expresses itself through interwoven straps and ribbon, bands and soft decorative cords.

Elegant Marlies Dekkers Swimwear

The designer treats the female body as a canvas, seeking to adorn it with fragments of a wearable masterpiece — lingerie. Women fall in love with her works of intimate artistry instantly. Marlies Dekkers swimwear is equally captivating, allowing charming sirens to be bold, vibrant, and daring. The signature nautical stripe print amplifies the effect of the graphic constructions.

One-piece and bikini styles with unconventional cuts, original cutouts, draping, sculptural seaming, and flirtatious bows beautifully accentuate the figure. Marlies Dekkers is available at luxury retailers or through the brand’s official website.