The Most Expensive Lingerie Brands in the World — Our Expert Edit

There is a world of difference between lingerie and luxury lingerie. It is in the fabric — fine French lace, silk, and guipure embroidery rather than synthetic blends. It is in the construction — handcrafted in Europe with underwires that never dig in and cups that genuinely lift and support. And it is in how it makes you feel: not just covered, but exquisitely, confidently dressed. The most expensive lingerie brands in the world earn their price tags through decades of craft, exceptional materials, and a commitment to fit that cannot be found anywhere else.

At Caroline Randell, our award-winning luxury lingerie boutique in Wimbledon Village, London, we have spent over fifteen years curating a collection of the world's finest lingerie brands. We don't stock everything — we stock what we genuinely believe in, what we wear ourselves, and what we know will make our customers feel extraordinary. Here is our expert edit of the most expensive and most worth-it lingerie brands in the world — all available to shop with us online or in person.

Empreinte — The Best Fuller Cup Bra in the World

 

Founded in Paris in 1946, Empreinte is our single best-selling lingerie brand — and the one we would choose above all others for fuller cup sizes. The three-section balcony cup construction sits the underwire flat against the sternum, lifting and separating the breast tissue forward rather than pushing it to the sides. The silhouette it creates is neat, elongated, and genuinely flattering in a way that nothing else at any price point quite matches. Available from D to H cup in beautiful French laces and embroideries. One insider detail: Empreinte's red bras are remarkably invisible under white clothing. Our bestselling collections include Cassiopee, Melody, Agathe, and Thalia. We also stock the exceptional Empreinte swimwear — the same cup-sized precision in swimsuits and bikinis up to H cup.

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Aubade — The Most Seductive French Lingerie House

Founded in Paris in 1875, Aubade is one of the oldest lingerie houses in the world. The brand has always understood that beautiful lingerie is about how it makes you feel — seductive, elegant, and unmistakably French. Running from A to G cup, with beautifully engineered fuller cup styles that don't sacrifice neckline or shape, Aubade is the brand I wear myself. Each season brings entirely new collections alongside the perennial Rosessence, stocked year-round. One of our most loved brands for sixteen years.

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Lise Charmel — The Most Exclusive French Lingerie Brand

Founded in Lyon in the 1950s — the heart of France's historic silk and lace district — Lise Charmel is stocked by only a handful of specialist boutiques in the UK. You will not find it in department stores. This is haute couture for the body: intricate Calais lace, guipure embroideries, and exquisite detailing on every strap and seam. It has a devoted following among both women who buy for themselves and partners buying as a gift — the packaging, quality, and beauty of every piece make it feel genuinely luxurious to receive. We also stock the Lise Charmel Ajourage swimwear and beautiful silk nightdresses and robes. Running 32 to 36 back, A to E cup.

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Simone Pérèle — Everyday French Luxury

Founded in Paris in 1948, Simone Pérèle built its reputation on one principle: that lingerie should fit beautifully, feel luxurious, and be worn every single day. The brand's standout innovation is the spacer bra — used in the iconic Caresse and Andora — a three-dimensional knitted fabric that is breathable, lightweight, and creates a perfectly smooth finish under T-shirts without adding volume. Available from B to G cup. One of the most wearable luxury lingerie brands in the world.

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Marie Jo — Belgian Craftsmanship, Triple-Coated Comfort

Part of the Van de Velde family in Belgium, Marie Jo has been perfecting the bra since 1919. Every underwire is triple-coated, meaning it moves with the body rather than against it and never digs in — a detail that makes an enormous difference to all-day comfort. The sizing is exceptionally consistent across the range, and the range of colours — including beautiful seasonal fashion shades — makes building a lingerie wardrobe genuinely enjoyable. Running A to F cup. The brand I wear every day alongside Aubade. Also available in beautiful cup-sized swimwear.

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Prima Donna — The Ultimate Fuller Bust Lingerie Brand

Also from the Van de Velde family, Prima Donna has been crafting luxury lingerie since 1865 with a singular focus: exceptional lingerie for D cup and above. The same triple-coated underwires as Marie Jo eliminate wire discomfort entirely — for fuller cup sizes this is transformative. Available from D to H cup and 30 to 38 back, Prima Donna is our first recommendation for customers who want beauty and genuine support without compromise. The Prima Donna swimwear is equally impressive — cup-sized bikinis up to G cup with mix-and-match sizing.

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Wolford — The Gold Standard in Luxury Hosiery

Founded in Bregenz, Austria in 1950, Wolford is the definitive name in luxury hosiery. The 10 denier tights and stockings are the most elegant hosiery we have ever stocked — ultra-sheer, beautifully finished, and completely different from anything the high street offers. The Velvet de Luxe 50 denier are our winter staple. And the Tulle Control collection — shorts, high-waist panty, body, and dress — offers light, breathable shaping that is our top recommendation for brides and special occasions. I wore the Tulle Control shorts under my own wedding dress and they were perfect.

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Coco de Mer — British Luxury for Intimate Gifting

Founded in London in 2001 by Samantha Roddick, Coco de Mer occupies a very particular and special space — luxury lingerie and intimate accessories at the intersection of style, craftsmanship, and joy. We added Coco de Mer to our collection in early 2025, launching it on Valentine's Day, and it has been one of the most talked-about additions to our boutique. The packaging is extraordinary, the products are genuinely luxurious, and everything feels considered and special. This is one of the most beautiful gifts you can give — for a partner, or for yourself. The lingerie is made in Portugal using the finest French Leaver's lace.

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Other Notable Luxury Lingerie Brands

The world of luxury lingerie extends beyond the brands we stock at Caroline Randell. Other names that feature regularly in conversations about the most expensive lingerie brands in the world include Agent Provocateur, the British brand founded in 1994 and known for its bold and sensual designs; La Perla, the Italian house founded in Bologna in 1954, celebrated for its exquisite silk and lace craftsmanship; Bordelle, the London-based brand known for its architectural bondage-inspired designs; and Fleur of England, the British luxury brand beloved for its intricate embroidery and romantic aesthetic. Each of these represents the very highest end of the lingerie market in its own distinctive way.

Where to Shop the World's Most Expensive Lingerie Brands

The brands we stock at Caroline Randell — Empreinte, Aubade, Lise Charmel, Simone Pérèle, Marie Jo, Prima Donna, Wolford, and Coco de Mer — are all available to shop online or in person at our boutique at 6 Church Road, Wimbledon Village, London SW19 5DL. We have stocked most of these brands since we first opened in 2009 and know every collection inside out. Our team is available by phone or WhatsApp for personal fitting advice — we fit by eye, not tape measure, and we genuinely believe that the right advice makes all the difference when you are investing in quality lingerie.

We ship worldwide with complimentary UK delivery on orders over £125. Explore our full lingerie collection online, or visit us in Wimbledon Village to experience these extraordinary brands in person.