NEW YORK, NY (SMI-GLOBAL-FASHION FEB.01-10, 2026)-CurveNY, the leading B2B annual event for the intimate apparel industry concluded its 3-day Expo (Feb. 01-03,2026) with over 125+ brands from the US and international exhibiting the latest trends of the Lingerie, Activewear and Swimwear industry at renowned Jacob Javits Center in New York City.

 

The February edition marked a notable evolution for the show, introducing a more content-driven format designed to encourage dialogue, discovery, and connection across the industry. Making its debut this season, Curve hosted live podcast recordings on-site, spotlighting buyers, founders, trend forecasters and other industry leaders in conversations centered on innovation, inclusivity, and the shifting landscape of intimate apparel.​​

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In addition to the sensational schedule of events, a fashion presentation took place during the 3-days by Elomi, Freya, Fantasie, and Goddess showcasing its latest 2026-2027 Fall/Winter collections.And an exclusive Curve Multi BrandS Fashion Show presentation & Cocktail Reception sponsored by Leonisa 70, on day two (Feb. 02) featuring 15-Luxury brands with 50+ looks on the runway to full house of buyers, brands VIP's and press/media members in attendance to celebrate the creativity of the industry highlighting Fall/Winter 2026/2027.​

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The runway opened with Wacoal’s elevated, modern approach to contemporary coverage and uncompromising fit, followed by MeUndies’ comfort-first essentials in ultra-soft MicroModal. Lisca delivered refined yet statement-making designs, while IHUOMA introduced KAURÍ, a sensual collection featuring gold and chocolate embroidery on invisible tulle with luminous silk finishes.

 

Effetto unveiled Night Bloom with sculptural, hand-appliquéd lace and fluid semi-transparent forms, alongside Iteration’s elevated everyday intimates co-created with over 1,200 women to solve real fit needs. International brands brought added dimension, including Brazil’s Cisô Atelier with VOYAGER, inspired by lingerie as intimate jewelry, and Rolling’s DESFRUTA, blending picnic sweetness with provocative energy.

 

The presentation continued with fashion-led silhouettes from Somewhere Never, calm and timeless designs from NEYI, Parisian elegance by Lorette, Coco de Mer’s jet-black lace-driven Aphrodite collection, and architectural florals from Soreil. Figiúra redefined the category with intimates engineered specifically for implant-based curves, followed by Springrose’s accessible designs for women with limited mobility and Ms A London’s groundbreaking global sizing system created for the transfeminine community.

 

The show closed with Leonisa, marking 70 years of shaping expertise and inclusive sizing in an iconic finale.

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​Article & Photos by Marcello Cutti II/Women Starlight/Alluring Intimates/Starlight Illustrated​