Calycanthus Lingerie was established to create luxury lingerie pieces fit for a red carpet; financially feasible to every diabetic wearing an insulin pump. 

Founders Francesca Spinello, Italian fashion designer, and Kelsey Lynn Stokes, Canadian filmmaker, collaborated after finding frustration in the lack of options for clothing and accessories to support diabetics who require wearing an insulin pump in their everyday life. 

Formal events always posed a challenge for Kelsey, a type 1 diabetic since 2005; reaching up her dress, or down her cleavage to retrieve a sweaty insulin pump. It wasn’t classy. It wasn’t cute. The accessories she purchased previously to address the issue fell short of the desired elegance.

Together, Francesca and Kelsey have created dignified solutions. Ones that won’t rip your underwear, or slide down your leg under the weight of an insulin pump. Patented high-quality pieces, Made in Italy, that do not require underwear to adhere.  You can get intimate and feel sexy without sacrificing your safety.  Francesca has meticulously designed and constructed Calycanthus Lingerie to match the luxury of your lifestyle.  Choose your ‘fit’ based on your preference, not your pump.  Weddings, premieres, proms, and parties are times to celebrate, not get bogged down by the reality of your medical condition. 

Keep your blood sugar in check so you can keep dancing. 

Embrace your health & sensuality.

Feel fierce.

Secure your sexy.