Donna Forte – Strong Woman was founded by Caroline Hill following her own breast cancer and reconstruction journey.
During recovery, Caroline struggled to find post-surgery underwear that felt comfortable, supportive and feminine. Many products focused on medical function, with little consideration for confidence, dignity or long-term comfort.
With over 30 years of experience in fashion, Donna Forte was created to bridge the gap between clinical recovery and beautifully designed everyday support.
Today, Donna Forte combines patient-led insight with thoughtful design to support women through recovery and beyond.
Donna Forte combines lived experience with ongoing collaboration across healthcare professionals, patient communities and breast cancer organisations.
Our goal is to help improve the recovery experience for women through products designed with both comfort and confidence in mind.
Every stage of development is guided by real experiences and meaningful conversations with the women we are designing for. From patient feedback and clinical engagement to community partnerships, these insights continue to shape the direction of the brand.
As a patient-led brand, real experiences remain at the centre of every stage of development.
