Ashley Graham's 5 Biggest Lingerie Secrets Will Bring You Life
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Ashley Graham is taking over the fashion world. She's got her own Barbie doll with a figure that looks real — she commanded that its thighs touch and have cellulite. Ashley's also been designing lingerie in a wide range of sizes for Addition Elle, and she just debuted her new Dark Beauty collection in time for Valentine's Day.
Ashley's got a long list of notable achievements — she covered Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue in 2016 and made waves in her gold metallic bikini for Swimsuitsforall's campaign — but she's got a few lesser-known tidbits to share. When we talked to Ashley, she revealed underwear shopping tips we can all benefit from, along with a few secrets. Scroll to find out who Ashley would love to dress in her lingerie and one of her biggest role models in the industry.
Designing Lingerie Has Changed Ashley's Perspective
"Designing my lingerie line really gives me a different perspective on the fashion industry. For over a decade I was a modeling behind the camera, wearing and ultimately selling the clothes that I was dressed in. Now I can design, model, and sell my own line, which I cater 100 percent to the customer. If they want more details, we're giving them bondage straps and lace. If they want something more minimal, we're giving them the Essentials collection. What I've learned the most is that curvy women want and deserve the same options that are offered in straight sizes."
She Wishes Adele Would Wear Her Lingerie
"Adele! For the cover of Rolling Stone would be epic."
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Ashley Already Met Her Lingerie Icon
"Elle MacPherson [is my icon]. I met her at my Maxim cover shoot, and she was so lovely and excited about the fact that I was going to be on the cover. She's so supportive, and I'm beyond flattered when I hear people mention my name when they refer to her nickname: 'The Body.'"
The 1 Piece of Lingerie Every Woman Should Invest In
"A well-fitting bra. I always say the bra is the foundation for fashion."
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The Lingerie Mistake Women Make Most
"Not knowing their bra size, and as a result, wearing an ill-fitted undergarment. I come across a lot of women whose bands are too big and their cup size is too small."