Colleen Hill

About the Author

Colleen Hill is a distinguished curator and historian of fashion, with a particular passion for the intimate and evolving world of undergarments. Holding a degree in art history from a prestigious institution, she has dedicated her career to exploring how clothing shapes identity, culture, and societal norms. As a former curator at the Museum at FIT in New York City, Hill has curated numerous acclaimed exhibitions on fashion's hidden histories. Her insightful writings bridge academic rigor with accessible storytelling, making complex topics engaging for a broad audience. In her book Exposed: A History of Lingerie, she traces the sensual and symbolic journey of lingerie from its Victorian origins to modern empowerment icons, revealing how these private garments reflect broader cultural shifts. Hill continues to lecture internationally and contribute to fashion scholarship, inspiring readers to reconsider the everyday through an unconventional lens.