Zhe by Karyn Elizabeth a lingerie brand designed with the fit and function needs of the TGNC community. Our lingerie was designed to address the specific needs of transgender women and femme identifying people, our underwear are designed with a wider gusset and also include a supportive multi layered front panel. Our specially made power mesh is soft and luxurious, while also having a high spandex content to help with smoothing and support where necessary. After researching and seeing the lengths that trans women went to feel comfortable in their clothes, I wanted to streamline all those DIY techniques and alleviate some of the unhealthy practices of taping.
My Blog
Marvel Announces Trans Superhero
This week Marvel boss Kevin Feige said that there will “absolutely” be a transgender character in an upcoming Marvel film!! Feige was at a Q&A event for NY Film Academy when he was asked if there were plans to bring more queer characters, specifically...
Being an ally or just being a loving parent
Today I’d like to discuss how to navigate being an ally to our transgender children. Although it may seem easy to some of us, it is something that evokes a great conversation and some important talking points. As the mother of a trans woman, I’ve learned so...
Fabric Sourcing
I recently went to what can only be called a fabric lovers heaven, Interfiliere New York is a convention in name only. I am lucky enough to live in NYC and have access to so many of the fashion industries major events. Interfiliere New York is a special one, in...
The Design Process
The design process is probably the hardest part of actually getting your ideas out there. Sure you can sketch a beautiful gown or sexy panties but now you have to make that gorgeous drawing a reality. Sourcing fabrics is a tedious but satisfying part of the design...
Inclusion
Inclusiveness in the fashion industry, especially in intimate apparel, is really taking off. So many companies are seeing that being inclusive is the future!! My personal hopes are that all women, regardless of size, color, ability and gender identity are represented...
My journey as a mother
I never thought I would blog about anything, let alone about being the mother of a transgender woman. When my beautiful child came to me at 20 years old to tell me a secret that they had kept hidden most of their life, it broke my heart and made me proud all at once....
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