“I was always required to have nude or flesh-toned tights and underwear…but when I'd go to stores and ask for nude, they usually give you options that come in beige. And I’m not beige.” Erin Carpenter is CEO and Founder of Nude Barre, a company that makes hosiery for women in various shades and sizes that reflect the diverse world we live in. Erin started the business after being a ballerina for many years and experiencing embarrassment when her ballet teachers would make her sit out or leave class entirely for not having tights that matched her skin tone. Today, her mission is to provide women with the confidence and representation they deserve, no matter their skin tone or size.