Category
Get Dressed
Want to celebrate your femininity? Let me dress you! Here I’ll show you how to mix and match Marlies-style. Indugle yourself with my styling advise, discover all there is to know about the latest fashion trends and get inspired by celebs spotted in my design. Stay tuned to boost your fashion-skills.
Get Dressed
Power dressing now
Power dressing? Hey, why not learn from the best? Forget pantsuits and muted makeup; flamboyant, fiercely feminine Cleopatra is back as a power-dressing icon, and we are here for it!
Get Dressed
The story behind my care bra for breast cancer survivors
Breast cancer awareness has always been a cause very close to my heart. And from the beginning of my brand, I have had conversations with breast cancer survivors who told me about their struggles, needs and wishes. Since comfort and support is in the DNA of all my designs, I often received very positive feedback from these women about my collections. But I wanted to know more. A few years ago, after a meeting with renowned surgical oncologist Jean Klinkenbijl, I decided to organize a special get-together for my team and a group of (ex-)breast cancer patients. That evening, I discovered that out of the 15 women present, 14 women had their needs met by my regular designs. Not bad, but not enough for me. I knew what I had to do: design a special post-op bra.
Get Dressed
From trench to trend: the trench coat
For over a century now, the trench coat has been the ultimate ‘it coat’. But how did this military garment, first worn during WWI by officers in the trenches – hence the name! – become one of the ultimate icons of androgynous chic? A short history of a feminist style icon with a sexy twist.
Get Dressed
4 ways to wear your pareo
Yes, a pareo is an excellent beach cover up. But did you know it can be so much more?
Get Dressed
Bombastic fantastic
From the cockpit to the streets to the runway; no other item of clothing has meant so much to so many different people, from pilots to punks to proud feminine feminists. A brief history of the badass bomber jacket.
Get Dressed
Own the sky in my Aviator couture collection
Are you ready for takeoff? You better be, because this season, we will reach for the stars with feminist hero of flight Amelia Earhart. By flying solo across the Atlantic in 1932, this pioneering aviator showed women worldwide that the sky is NOT the limit. Standing defiantly on the wing of her plane in her jodhpurs, leather jacket and lace-up boots, Amelia exuded both grit and grace. She personified freedom. And she gave us something we had been craving for a long time: our own, swashbuckling heroine.
Get Dressed
In 2020, become your own muse!
With 2020 peeking around the corner, it is time to say goodbye to a marvelous 2019. Ever since I started marlies|dekkers, my dream has been to empower women. And every year, we’ve taken great steps to do so!
Get Dressed
Dare to indulge!
All my work as a feminist designer is inspired by muses. Powerful female icons from past and present. Although women have been marginalized for centuries, archetypes of female power have always been there. Through my designs, I bring them to you. To help us shape the world of modern-day feminism.
Get Dressed
Why the apron is hot again!
– From fertility goddesses in ancient Crete to kitchen goddess Julia Child, phenomenal women have always had a thing for the apron. And now the simple, yet symbolically complex cover-up is back, starring on catwalks, concert stages and of course, in my latest collection! This time, the apron is all about food, fashion and feminine feminism.-
Females Forward
Proud FEMINIST STATEMENTS in velvet and lace
One of Frida’s most potent weapons was her style. The more she was suffering, the more elaborate and regal she would dress. And so, you could often find Frida laid up in bed in a spectacular headdress and extravagant jewelry, looking like a surrealist vision and a folkloric Mexican queen.
Get Dressed
The worst boob-bloopers on the beach (and my solutions!)
Do you recognize any of these classic bikini #FAILS? Don’t worry! Because my swimwear comes in actual cup sizes -rather than just small, medium, large- I have a very specific solution for each problem (call it bikini-science). You’ve got this!
Get Dressed
Four ways to wear your pareo
Yes, a pareo is an excellent beach cover up. But did you know it can be so much more?
Get Dressed
Shake your bikini bonbons
When you try on a bikini or swimsuit, you usually stand and watch yourself in a mirror, right? You might bend forward a little, turn around slowly to see the result from different angles, but that’s it. You like how it looks? You buy it.
Get Dressed
Back to Black
A curve-hugging little black dress, that classic black Birkin bag, your perfect black bra; some design classics make you go back to black, again and again. But what exactly makes something a style classic? How I came up with my iconic black bras.
Get Dressed
I believe a girl can never have too many bras
From the moment I start designing a bra until it is actually in the stores, takes about three years. The high quality standards and design techniques of marlies|dekkers lingerie need a development time like no other lingerie brand.
Get Dressed
My signature, your style
My Dame de Paris collection is designed for ladies with style. I was inspired by the magnificence of the Notre-Dame Cathedral. And now you can win my classic black Dame de Paris set, simply by becoming a member! Click here and subscribe!
Get Dressed
Size Me Up
From a ‘regular’ 34C bra size to a ‘special’ 32E bra size- why every woman is a Queen of Cups.
Get Dressed
Holi Glamour
The Holi Glamour collection by Marlies Dekkers is designed for true glamourettes. Taking inspiration from India’s famous spring festival, Holi, it brings to life the season that waves Winter goodbye and throws Spring and Summer the most wonderful of welcome parties.
Get Dressed
The ultimate shopgirls’ swimwear guide
Did you know that it takes about 10 minutes for the average M|D customer to decide on a lingerie set, but well over an hour to choose a bathing suit or bikini? With these tips from my own swimwear experts you’ll shop like a pro.
Get Dressed
On Trend: Winter Pastels
If you haven’t heard yet; Pastels for Winter are THE trend of the Autumn/Winter 2015-2016!
Get Dressed
5 Easy Steps to buy Lingerie for your Girlfriend, Wife or Significant Other
Don’t get stuck in a sticky situation when it comes to buying the perfect lingerie set for your girl. Follow our 5 step guide to perfecting the gift-giving process!
Get Dressed
How To Wear the Underwear as Outerwear Trend
Flashing a little extra skin is nothing new for fashion and celebrity A-listers, but ever wondered how you can rock the underwear as outerwear trend on the streets instead of the red carpet?
Get Dressed
Get Dressed For Summer
The beach is usually a place where you undress yourself to only a bikini or bathing suit.
Get Dressed
What is better than one favourite Bra?…Two of them….
It may not be the end of the world, but when your favourite perfume, eye shadow or sex toy is discontinued, it can sure feel that way!
Get Dressed
A walk in closet for your swimwear?
No, it’s not some Imelda Marcos-type fantasy; I have one in my house!
Get Dressed
Get dressed for the beach
The beach is usually a place where you undress yourself to only a bikini or bathing suit.
Get Dressed
Holi Vintage
My Holi Vintage collection is designed for classical beauties. The rich continuity of Indian history inspired me.
Get Dressed
Holi Gypsy
My Holi Gypsy collection is designed for all my fun-loving gypsies. The colourful powders of India’s famous spring festival Holi inspired me.
Get Dressed
Why I’m into slow fashion
It cost 800 Dutch guilders, my entire monthly wages, but I never felt anything like it. The silk on my skin, the cut, the details. I was heartbroken when I had to take it off.
Get Dressed
Meet my favorite Indian designer
Stars like Rihanna, M.I.A and Katy Perry go gaga for Manish Arora, and so do I! Meet the designer who has built a global following while staying unapologetically Indian.
Get Dressed
Get Dressed with the Rebellious Princess bra
This black longline plunge balcony bra sets itself apart by the elongated underband. With black ruffles on the cups, a sturdy rosy red ribbon decorating the front and a piquant play of lines on your back, you’ll easily feel just as rebellious as Mirabai.
Get Dressed
How to wear: the Dancing Princess body
This body rocks your body! Bright sparkling rhinestones, a stunning piece of jewelry decorating your décolleté and beautiful little bijoux on your back shower you with Mirabai’s sensuality.
Get Dressed
Couture Inspiration Dancing Princess
My Dancing Princess collection is designed for free-spirited ladies. I was inspired by the Indian poet-princess Mirabai and the sensuality of her musical art.
Get Dressed
Couture Inspiration Rebellious Princess
My Rebellious Princess collection is designed for feisty ladies. I was inspired by the Indian poet-princess Mirabai and her resistance against the chains of patriarchy.
Get Dressed
Dare to seduce yourself: the secret of sexy legwear
I think it’s the creamiest part of a woman’s body: the inner thigh. And what better to highlight that area than a pair of gorgeous stockings or hold-ups?
Get Dressed
Dare to reach for the sky- My love affair with high heels.
I wear heels to celebrate my femininity. I wear them in the kitchen, in the boardroom and in bed. I even wear them when I go camping! It all started over 40 years ago..
Get Dressed
I believe in innerwear becomes outerwear
The time that women needed to walk around constricted in tight corsets is over. The time that women needed to show their independency by pulling off their bras is over. Now, it’s the time of feminity, innerwear becomes outerwear!
Get Dressed
I believe a girl can never have too many bras
Being a lingerie designer comes with many advantages, one of which is a lingerie collection which will make all women gasp for air. My extensive collection (with items which have never been produced) makes dressing up in the morning a private party.
Get Dressed
Couture on tour
My designs made an inspirational detour to some of the most daring fashion bloggers. My couture collection was styled by three fashion experts.
Get Dressed
Maestro Wardrobe
I survived the second show of Maestro and I’m feeling more and more like a real conductor!! And even though one of the judges said the program isn’t a fashion show I still want to combine my new love (conducting) with an old one (fashion)… I will be in front of the orchestra with sweaty hand palms but with a mind-blowing outfit.
Get Dressed
Couture Inspiration
For the designs of this Fall Winter 2014 collection, I was inspired by the heroic story of Joan of Arc. Reflecting the past years while having experienced all aspects of life, I found this legend of Joan of Arc admirable and inspirational.
Get Dressed
Insta-inspired
Watch these girls celebrate their femininity… Ladies, it’s time for some insta-fashion!
Get Dressed
Pack my bags and off I go!
My Fall/Winter season will be marked by many, many business trips! Can’t wait to get myself on a plane again, tell people about my brand and, more importantly, show world-class stylists all my latest creations.
Get Dressed
Release your inner alfa!
My Gloria collection is designed for ladies taking the lead. This collection is inspired by the gangster movie “Gloria” (1980) directed by John Cassavetes.
Maison Marlies blog
The marlies|dekkers brand offers a wide variety of lingerie that can be worn by anyone and caters to every woman’s individual needs. Within our Maison Marlies blog you can read all about the life behind and surrounding the company. Whether you are eager to know where Marlies gets her inspiration for designing new lingerie collections, her lifestyle, healthy cooking ideas, or simply to share her taste in amazing art - you will find it in the blog. Our fearless creative director manages to find time to write about her business trips and even her shopping sprees and vacations for the times she can let her hair down for a while. And even while she is on holiday she will not leave you hanging.
Giving style advice
When you are feeling lost in finding the right fit or determine your bra size, Maison Marlies offers a set of guidelines so that you can continue shaking your bon bons without them falling out. You'll get style tips on how to wear and style your bras, and bikinis. You would not want a wardrobe malfunction which can actually be prevented when you are wearing high quality luxury lingerie. And when your breasts are kept in place in marlies|dekkers bras or bikinis, you can fully celebrate your femininity in all its glory and full potential. The blog offers advise on how to mix and match womens lingerie to boost, inspire your own fashion sense and keeps you updated on the latest fashion trends.
Marlies and friends
Her celebrity friends are also very pleased with that perfect fit a marlies|dekkers bra can offer you. These women proudly show off their marlies|dekkers lingerie sets in photoshoots for magazines, on stage when they're performing, during a cameo on tv or on the big screen in movies. Maison Marlies dedicates a special section of the blog to all gender equality related news so you are always updated about the latest developments around this special mission that embodies Marlies’ vision for the future.