Nichole de Carle is a British

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best known for her lingerie and swimwear brand of the same name.

Personal life

De Carle was born in

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. She graduated with a BA in Contour Fashion from

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in 2005. She has two sisters. Her sister Charlotte de Carle became a

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after modelling lingerie for Nichole.

Career

De Carle worked for fashion designers

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and

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before starting her

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fashion brand (also known as ''NDCL'') in October 2009. The brand produces bondage-themed lingerie and underwear, drawing inspiration from things such as

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. Her 2011 "White Diamond" knickers featured a 0.1 carat diamond and received significant press coverage due to the £232 price. In 2012 De Carle organised a charity calendar featuring British female sporting celebrities, raising money for the

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charity. The brand is often worn by celebrities, particularly during live performances, including

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and

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Television

De Carle featured in episode 3 of E4 reality talent competition ''Great British Hairdresser''. She also appeared in episode 4 of reality show '' Dirty Sexy Things''.

Awards

The brand was nominated for the 2011

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in the "Independent Directional Brand" category.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:De Carle, Nichole Living people British fashion designers Lingerie brands Swimwear brands Alumni of De Montfort University 1984 births