Reclaimed Intimacy

Reclaimed Intimacy is a collection inspired by the history and evolution of lingerie. Rather than viewing lingerie purely as something seductive, the collection reinterprets its role as a form of self- expression, comfort, and empowerment. It explores how intimate garments have shaped identity across time how they feel against the skin, how they create confidence, and how they can act as a quiet form of self-care and self-love. Designed for everyday life, the collection focuses on comfort, functionality, and body awareness.

Historical references such as corsets and panniers are reimagined through a contemporary lens of softness and freedom. Crafted from tactile fabrics like silk, organza, and merino, the garments enhance rather than restrict the body. I find freedom in the hands-on process of making, refining, and experimenting to transform fabric into feeling. Reclaimed Intimacy celebrates the emotional connection between wearer and clothing embracing sensuality as something deeply personal, empowering, and naturally human.

Maia Puricelli, Tia Roberts. Kate Wood (Models) /Juliet Rogers (Photographer) / Abbey Burgess (Designer)