Commando, the innovative intimate apparel and ready-to-wear brand widely recognized for its cutting-edge essentials and luxury technical designs, has officially debuted its very first Bodysuit Bar. Located on the contemporary floor of Saks Fifth Avenue’s iconic flagship store in New York City, the immersive shopping experience highlights the brand’s mastery of modern, multi-functional apparel. The pop-up installation is slated to remain open to shoppers through early November, welcoming fashion enthusiasts and loyal brand patrons until November 2 or 3.
This high-profile launch marks a significant milestone in a nearly two-decade-long retail partnership between Commando and the luxury department store giant, Saks Fifth Avenue. Over the course of their collaborative history, the retailer has served as a key destination for the brand’s expanding ready-to-wear collections, providing a platform for apparel that seamlessly bridges the gap between foundational comfort and high-fashion styling.
In recent years, bodysuits have evolved far beyond their origins as simple undergarments to become a cornerstone of Commando’s ready-to-wear offerings. The brand’s unique approach to design allows these garments to function effortlessly as foundational layering pieces or as sleek, stand-alone wardrobe staples capable of carrying a wearer through any occasion. By focusing on precision tailoring, high-performance technical fabrics, and flawless fits, Commando has redefined what consumers expect from everyday essentials.
Reflecting on the milestone collaboration and the launch of the dedicated retail space, Kerry O’Brien, founder, designer, and chief executive officer of Commando, shared her enthusiasm for the project and the brand’s trajectory.
“We are so thrilled to be relaunching our first ‘Bodysuit Bar’ at Saks,” said O’Brien. “Our bodysuit category has seen tremendous growth and really encapsulates our ethos of creating luxury-technical basics that women will reach for again and again. We have had a great partnership with Saks over the years and are excited to continue to evolve our businesses together.”
The thoughtfully curated pop-up space is designed to showcase the breadth and versatility of Commando’s design philosophy. Shoppers visiting the installation on the contemporary floor will find an extensive selection of the brand’s bestselling bodysuits, drawn from several of its most popular and innovative fabric lines. The assortment includes pieces from the Ballet Body, Classic Microfiber, Neoprene, and Pima collections, each offering distinct tactile experiences and styling capabilities tailored to the modern wardrobe.
In addition to these established favorites, the Bodysuit Bar introduces customers to Commando’s brand-new Ultimate Cotton collection. Crafted from luxurious, 100 percent Italian cotton, the Ultimate Cotton bodysuits represent the pinnacle of the brand’s commitment to quality materials and meticulous construction. These new pieces offer a remarkably soft hand, a subtle natural luster, and a structured drape that is expertly engineered to hold both its shape and its rich color over time, ensuring a polished look with every wear.
The temporary installation at Saks Fifth Avenue provides fashion consumers with a unique opportunity to experience the full spectrum of Commando’s technical expertise in an elevated retail environment. As the pop-up continues its run through the beginning of November, it reinforces the enduring strength of the partnership between Commando and Saks Fifth Avenue, while cementing the bodysuit’s status as an indispensable staple in contemporary luxury fashion.
