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Nude Barre Sets the Tone: Cheddar News Press

Nude Barre Sets the Tone: Cheddar News Press

In Cheddar News’s All Hands, correspondent Alicia Nieves sat down with our founder, Erin Carpenter, to discuss how Nude Barre’s shade range and sizing are “setting the tone” for the future of the hosiery industry. This interview details Erin’s motivations to start her own business, the challenge...
Black-Owned Businesses We Love in New York City

Black-Owned Businesses We Love in New York City

Nude Barre is committed to facilitating diversity and inclusivity in all spaces, and a major component of that is spreading the love. This February we’re in a New York state of mind, and luckily for you we have a few (not so hidden) gems you’ll be adding to your city bucket list. So, what are y...
Black Innovation + Fashion = Excellence | Nude Barre

Black Innovation + Fashion = Excellence | Nude Barre

Clothing is at its core a necessity, but beyond its practical value, there is something magical about the transformative power of a beautiful ensemble. Unfortunately, however, behind the silk, chiffon, and glossy pages of Vogue, are many Black creatives who have been left out of fashion history ...
Do Thongs Cause Infections?

Do Thongs Cause Infections?

Thongs, a staple of lingerie since the rise of the thong bikini in the 1970’s, have coalesced the undetectable and the desirable for years. We know them, we love them, but do we understand them? No scientific studies have linked thongs to infections; however, many can cause itching, irritation, a...
The Best Lingerie Brands: Cosmopolitan Magazine Press | Nude Barre

The Best Lingerie Brands: Cosmopolitan Magazine Press | Nude Barre

Whether you’re into lacy, strappy, or seamless, every lingerie preference has its place. But with so many options on the market, how do you find the perfect set that's true to y(hue)? This past October, Cosmopolitan Magazine answered your prayers to the underwear Gods with a list of their forty-...