Women’s Lingerie

Women’s Lingerie

The purpose of women’s lingerie is not just to offer modesty and comfort, but to flatter and enhance the female figure. General categories of lingerie are panties, bras, nightgowns and exotic apparel. Lingerie includes a wide variety ranging from cotton nightgowns and plain underwear to elaborately attractive panties, bras and shifts.

Every woman’s body is unique and she requires lingerie that fits perfect to her body. Hence, women’s lingerie is available in variety of sizes, shapes, and designs. They are made from different materials such as cotton, silk or satin which come in many attractive colors. Bra is the most common type of women’s lingerie as it serves for several functions such as supporting the women breast and specially those having bigger busts aiding in back support. Bras can hold the drooping breasts.

Bras are available in various styles including strapless, padded, under wire and sports. Lingerie bras are available in rich, bold colors along with shiny fabrics and adorned lace sides. Different types of bras consist of push-up bra, Demi-cup or Shelf bra, underwired bra and minimizer bra.

Bras can look attractive with a pair of matching panties. Women’s panties come in various styles and cuts. They may include bikinis, thongs, boy-cuts, briefs, or French cuts depending upon the shape, cut, and amount of fabric. The types of panties are of different types based on type of cut at the leg and waist. The various types of lingerie are;

* Slips and nightgowns that are worn underneath dresses, skirts, and blouses to reduce clinging of the dress
* Nightgowns have a great variety with different waists, lengths, sleeves, seams and straps distinguishing various styles. It is considered as intimate apparel, which are made from silk or satin with bows, lace, and form-fitting curves.
* Some popular styles of women’s lingerie are Camis, Chemis, Teddy, Baby Doll, Kimonos and negligees.
* A teddy is like wearing a loose-fitting bathing suit with lace and frills.

Camis are the sleeveless tops with spaghetti straps that flow over the body. Sometimes, they come with matching panties. Chemise is a short, straight nightgown that is quite soft and light. Baby Doll is a specific style of women’s lingerie, which is very short nightgown that emphasizes the bust. It ends just above the hips and generally comes along with panties. Its fabric floats away from the body. Kimonos and negligees are not actually lingerie, but can be worn over top of the lingerie.

Women’s lingerie was originally made using the materials like satin and silk that are popular for their textured smoothness. Velvet lingerie is quite soft and exotic. Leather lingerie indicates danger and represents a rebellious attitude. Cotton is ideal for the modern women who do not like sassy, frilly clothing. Lycra offers a sporty, tight-fitting look to the women.
While choosing the women’s lingerie, the factors like size and shape of the body should be taken into consideration. It is necessary that the lingerie you choose should be suitable and comfortable for your body. If you have small breasts, you may choose push-up bras with padded cups, baby doll, or teddies. For large breasts, you may select under-wired garments or triangle-shaped bras. If you have large hips, a long loose gown with a sheer top goes well on your body. You can also go for underwire and push-up designs.