Speakers

Lucy is one of the most experienced executives in the global lingerie industry. With over 20 years' international experience in lingerie and the retail world, she has managed brand strategy, creative design, technical direction, product development, merchandising and marketing categories for both luxury and mainstream icon brands. Under her leadership, Coco de Mer has grown from a niche business to a global luxury brand reaching new audiences and markets through new channels. Significant changes include the launch of own brand products in multiple categories, launching a wholesale division, and collaborations with Sotheby’s auction house, Pamela Anderson, Helena Christensen, and the V&A Museum sequentially driving creative evolution, business growth and industry innovation. As well as being a key player within the world of luxury lingerie, Lucy has been at the forefront of developing Coco de Mer’s pioneering pleasure offering, with years of experience helping to curate Coco de Mer’s expertly engineered luxury toy category. In addition to building the Home of Pleasure platform and having a deep understanding of the innovative technology making waves in the industry, Lucy has dedicated her career to catalysing the conversation around pleasure and is a champion of female empowerment. Underpinning Lucy’s goals for Coco de Mer is a deep belief in championing women’s causes. She works with multiple NGOs and activists in the fight against FGM, a cause close to her heart. She is a passionate advocate for brand purpose in the modern media landscape and in 2023, Coco de Mer was awarded the prestigious Butterfly Mark by Positive Luxury highlighting its commitment to creating a positive impact on society and the planet.