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Lingerie Accessories
Before we put on our clothes, we must choose the right lingerie. This mega guide walks you through accessories, wardrobe must-haves, fit FAQs, care, and more — all in one place.
Adhesive bras are bra cups with surgical-quality adhesive on one side. Although they don’t give as much support as a traditional bra, they do give some shaping, and better yet, they hide your nipples under sheer clothing. Some adhesive bras even come with significant silicone to give additional depth to your breasts. When you find yourself wanting to wear an outfit and no bra seems to work, an adhesive bra is just the thing to save the day... or the evening.
It’s no secret that men love the look of a garter or garter belt. From a female perspective, wearing a garter to hold up stockings is a much cooler alternative to wearing pantyhose in the summer. It may seem complicated to go to the bathroom and get everything back to where it belongs afterwards with a garter, but there’s an easy fix for this! Simply put your stocking and garter belt on first, and then put your panties on last. This way, you can easily take bathroom breaks without disturbing the placement of the straps and your stockings.
Pasties and nipple covers are available with and without re-usable adhesive and are made in flesh-tone silicone. If you want to be "bullet proofed" or if you have constantly erect nipples, these pasties or nipple covers work like a champ to mask this problem.
A known red carpet must-have to prevent embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions, fashion tape is a great solution to help you keep your top from sliding off, falling open or slipping down. Available in short, purse-friendly adhesive strips and longer, easy-to-cut strips, fashion tape is perfect for those more daring tops.
Bra and shoulder pads are very handy accessories to have in your lingerie wardrobe. Both can help enhance your shape and silhouette while creating a slimming, more flattering effect. At HerRoom, we have a variety of shapes, styles, shades and materials to choose from - so you can find the perfect solution for your needs!
Because of the physical changes women go through over the course of their lifetimes, bra sizes can fluctuate. Sometimes our cups fit just right, but our band suddenly feels too snug. In this case, many women turn to bra extenders as a temporary solution. Bra extenders are rectangular pieces of fabric that typically hook onto the hook & eye closure of the bra back to extend the length of the band 1"-3". Other bra extenders are much longer. The bra extender pictured here is a great solution for when you need to transform your bra into a low-back style.
The naked truth about lingerie
Are your lingerie drawers neatly organized, or are they packed full of bras so old they could be relics? Lingerie items are our foundational garments. Before we put on our clothes, we must choose the right lingerie.
You may think a bra is a bra. But the truth is, you need many different bras to cover your various needs. Likewise, you need different styles of panties and hosiery. You even need a few shapewear pieces for those times when you want to wear clingy clothes or fit into a smaller size.
So what lingerie do we need to have in our drawers?
A well-fitting bra is the foundation of every lingerie wardrobe.
If you’re wearing a knit scoopneck shirt, you’ll probably want to show some cleavage. In this case, a push-up bra will do the trick. Push-up bras are often (but not always) padded.
A T-shirt bra is designed to disappear under your clothes, giving you a perfectly smooth silhouette in even the clingiest tops. It’s your go-to everyday bra when you want invisible support with a natural, rounded shape.
Your essential wardrobe should contain at least three basic bras. This will be your collection of go-to bras that you draw from for everyday wear.
The key feature to focus on here is comfort. You will naturally reach for your most comfortable bra every morning, anyway. Look for soft fabrics that naturally wick moisture, such as cotton.
A convertible bra is also very handy to have in your lingerie wardrobe. This kind of bra features convertible removable straps that may be worn in several different styles such as cross-back, halter, one-shoulder, strapless and classic.
Want to wear that trendy backless or low-back top or dress? Some convertible bras come with a low back strap, so you can wear these fashionable styles. Strapless bras that have a clear back (made of clear plastic) are also handy.
If you engage in any physical activity at all, you need several sports bras to prevent breast bounce, which causes sagging.
Sports bras are available in different impact levels based on your level of activity, including high impact, medium impact and low impact.
Everyday comfort starts with the right panties for your shape.
The bikini style of panty is one of the most popular. This style of panty has a waistband that rests below the navel and provides moderate rear coverage.
This borrowed from the boys style is a favorite with anyone who values comfort and coverage, but still modern and fun. Great if you have a flat backside, as it will give the illusion of more shape.
The brief offers the best coverage of any style. If you have a rounder bottom shape, look for elastic in the legs to keep the panty from riding up.
Once relegated to "sexy" underwear, the thong has become a wardrobe staple for many women. With minimal rear coverage, it's the best way to eliminate the dreaded visible panty line.
Hipster panties strike the perfect balance between coverage and style. Sitting low on the hips with wider sides and moderate back coverage, they’re flattering, stay-put, and versatile for daily wear. With so many fabric and lace options, they can be fun or practical.
Hi-cut panties combine the comfort of a brief with a flattering, leg-lengthening silhouette. Designed with higher-cut leg openings and moderate back coverage, they create a smooth, seamless look under clothing.
Leakproof panties include discreet, built-in absorbent layers that protect against light leaks from periods, discharge, and sweat. Available in different absorbency levels, they look and feel like regular panties while adding peace of mind with moisture-wicking and odor control.
Bike shorts are an excellent modest option if you want extra coverage under breezy skirts and dresses.
Shapewear helps smooth, sculpt, and add confidence under any outfit.
One of the bare essentials of shapewear is the control brief, which is a brief with a built-in tummy panel that slims your midriff. A control brief is a great solution when your jeans feel a little tight.
If you want to smooth your body from your bust to your thighs, a high-waisted biker short shaper is the answer. Instead of a waistband that cuts into your stomach, this garment features a waistband that extends to just under your bust.
Whether you're wearing a body-hugging dress, clingy knit top or other formfitting clothing, sometimes you want all-over shaping. A body shaper will give you the right amount of control in all the right places.
Hosiery gives legs a smooth, polished look with a variety of styles.
Control top pantyhose is shapewear and hosiery all in one garment. Designed to shape your waist, hips and sometimes thighs, control top hosiery is offered in a variety of colors and patterns.
With coverage from your feet to your waist, tights come in sheer, semi-opaque and opaque materials. Offered in a variety of colors and prints, tights are great for adding a touch of fun to any outfit. They can feature control top, a knit-in crotch, and seamed toes for added durability.
Sheer tights that can be worn to cover your feet and legs, ending at your waist. Pantyhose are also available in footless styles. Worn for modesty and smooth looking legs, pantyhose give you a finished look.
Usually made out of sheer nylon that covers your leg to your mid-to-upper thigh, thigh highs usually feature a silicone gripper to stay in place.
Typically longer than a crew sock, but do not cover your entire calf. Trouser socks are usually made of thinner material that can be worn under dress pants. Come in sheer, semi-opaque and opaque fabrics.
Cover your entire calf and stop just below your knee. Knee high socks can be made of thinner fabrics that can be worn under dress pants as well as thicker materials that can be worn under boots.
Short socks that stop at the ankles. Available in athletic ankle socks as well as trendy anklet socks that come in a variety of sheer, semi-opaque or opaque materials.
Worn to prevent your feet from sweating without being seen outside of your shoes. These socks are made in a variety of fabrics, so they can be worn as athletic socks or with dress shoes.
Stockings are usually made out of sheer nylon that covers your leg up to your mid to upper thigh and must be held up with garters. Stockings are a great third and forth piece to your favorite sexy set.
Every day, I get questions from customers about how to fit lingerie, so I've compiled this list of the most frequently asked questions.
As always, feel free to check out our complete guides for fitting bras, panties, shapewear and slips and more. If I haven't answered it here in this "quick reference FAQ," try our more comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions. If we have not answered your specific question, feel free to drop us a line here.
– Tomima
The number one mistake is increasing the band size instead of the cup size. For example, you try on a 34C and it feels tight. The mistake is moving to a 36C instead of a 34D. Don't change band size unless you are unable to get a few fingers under the band of your bra.
Wearing a thong or a g-string will eliminate panty lines in the back. However, if you find those uncomfortable, consider wearing a slip or pantliner between your panty and garment. If this doesn't work, consider a long-leg style shapewear brief called a biker short. They come in light to firm control levels.
Absolutely not! A smaller size won’t fit properly, could be painful and will absolutely roll on you. Shapewear comes in levels of control: light control, moderate control, firm control and extra firm control. Instead of going down a size, go up a control level.
The right time is as soon as your breasts begin to swell and become tender. Maternity bras are different from normal bras in that they are specially designed to give extra support. They are also made to fit comfortably on the first (tightest) hook early in your pregnancy and adjust to the final (loosest) hook by your last trimester. However, it is not unusual for women to need a whole new size bra towards the end. Most mothers-to-be need to start wearing a maternity bra by the fourth month of pregnancy.
You can wash your bra in the washing machine, but make sure it is hooked together to avoid tangling or hooking onto other clothing. It is always a good idea to put bras in a lingerie bag to keep them separate. Wash on delicate cycle in cool water with gentle detergent. And don't ever put your bras in the dryer. Heat breaks down the spandex. A bra gets a lot of wear and tear anyway. So keep it away from the dryer.
Lingerie Washing Guidelines
Properly caring for your lingerie will help keep it looking fresh and fitting well for a longer time. The elasticity of your lingerie breaks down over time, and the laundering methods you use can make a huge difference in the lifespan and quality of your lingerie.
Although most bra labels recommend hand washing, most daily wear bras can be safely machine washed. If your bra has stains, gently rub the stains with a mixture of gentle soap and cold or lukewarm water (don’t use hot water – heat can wear down delicate fabric and elastic). Then, let your bra soak for several minutes. If you’re machine washing your bra, hook it together first so it won’t get tangled with other garments. It’s also a good idea to put your bras in a lingerie wash bag to keep them separated from other garments.
Wash your more delicate and luxury bras by hand with a gentle fabric soap. Soak them for several minutes and then carefully work the suds through the fabric and rinse. Roll your bras in a towel to get rid of excess water before laying them out to dry.
Note: Never machine dry your bras. Always line dry or lay them out to dry.
First, check the label for your panties’ care instructions. Unless they’re made up of delicate materials or have ornate detail, most panties are machine washable. If your panties have stains, use a gentle wash and/or stain treatment and soak them for several minutes. Place them in the washing machine and run them on a delicate cycle with a cold or warm temperature setting (don’t use hot water – heat can break down the delicate fabric and elastic). It’s also a good idea to put your panties in a lingerie wash bag to keep them separated from other items. You can wash cotton underwear in hot water, but it may shorten the life of your panties. Make sure you always air dry your panties.
Although care instructions sometimes say shapewear is machine washable, it’s always best to hand wash your shapewear. If you do choose to machine wash your shapewear, use cold or warm water and don’t use chlorine bleach. Always air or line dry.
Hosiery doesn’t need to be washed as regularly as other undergarments, but it’s a good idea to wash them at least every three days. Begin by soaking your hosiery in a sink full of cool or room temperature water. Add a gentle detergent to the water and carefully swish your hosiery around. Let them soak for about half an hour, then rinse them with cold water, gently wring them out, then hang to dry.
To make sure your lingerie lasts longer, it’s best to...
Hand wash in warm water, gently squeeze out moisture and smooth or shake it out. Hang dry on a rust-free hanger and use a warm iron if needed.
Can use hot water and chlorine bleach on white cotton. If machine drying, use moderate to high heat. To make your cottons last longer, you can also wash it on a delicate cycle.
Machine wash warm and tumble dry low. Add fabric softener during the rinse cycle and use a dryer sheet while drying to reduce static.
Most polyester can be machine washed with warm water and dried on low. Polyester can also be dry cleaned.
Most rayon garments should be dry cleaned. But check the care instruction; some items can be hand or machine washed.
Keep separate from other garments with detergents and dyes. It’s best to dry clean silk. If there is no lining or delicate embellishment, it’s safe to wash gently in delicate detergent and tepid water. Don’t use chlorine bleach.
Consult the care instructions on the label first. If hand washing, rinse thoroughly and drip dry. If machine washing, use a low temperature. Iron quickly and on a low setting without letting the iron stay on one spot for too long.
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Cotton Wash (40°) | Normal washing conditions may be used at 40°. |
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Cotton Wash (60°) | Normal washing conditions may be used at 60°. |
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Cotton Wash (95°) | Normal washing conditions may be used at 95°. |
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Synthetics Wash (40° – single bar) | Reduced (medium) washing conditions at the stated temperature. |
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Synthetics Wash (50° – single bar) | Reduced (medium) washing conditions at the stated temperature. |
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Wool Wash (40° – double underline) | Much reduced (minimum) washing conditions for machine-washable wool. |
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Hand Wash Only | Wash by hand. |
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Any Bleach Allowed | Any bleach may be used. |
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Only Oxygen / Non-Chlorine Bleach | Use only non-chlorine bleach as needed. |
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Do Not Bleach | Bleach must not be used. |
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Hot Iron | Iron at high temperature. |
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Warm Iron | Iron at medium temperature. |
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Cool Iron | Iron at low temperature. |
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Dry Clean (P) | Professional dry clean; see symbol letter for solvent/process. |
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Dry Clean (F) | Professional dry clean; see symbol letter for solvent/process. |
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Wet Clean (W) | Must be professionally wet cleaned only. |
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Do Not Dry Clean | Do not dry clean. |
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May Be Tumble Dried | Item may be tumble dried. |
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Tumble Dry – High Heat | Use a high heat setting. |
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Tumble Dry – Low Heat | Use a low heat setting. |
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Do Not Tumble Dry | Do not tumble dry. |
We see garter belts all the time in lingerie ads, movies, and on TV. But, to many women, the concept of a garter belt and stockings is intimidating — and we tend to stick with pantyhose instead. However, a garter belt has many great uses. Unlike pantyhose, garter belts and stockings are much more comfortable and functional than a pantyhose.
That’s right, a garter or garter belt can be both sexy and functional. We all know men love the classic, seductive look of a woman in thigh highs attached to the suspenders of a garter or garter belt. What you may not know, however, is women also love wearing them because they’re incredibly practical, flattering and comfortable.
Many women find the idea of wearing a garter belt a little intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be! As long as you know a few simple things about them, you’ll be able to have fun mixing and matching garters and thigh highs or stockings under all kinds of dresses, skirts and bottoms. From the bedroom to the boardroom, there’s always a garter for the right outfit and occasion. If you’re looking for something seductive, your options are truly endless. With lace detail, bold and sexy colors, thin waistbands and thick waistbands, there are so many looks to choose from. And, if you’re looking for something sleek to wear under a pencil skirt or a dress, there are plenty of neutral-colored, smoothing styles out there for you, too.
In this Expert Video, Tomima explains everything you need to know about garter belts and stockings. She explains the pros and cons of choosing a garter and stocking set over traditional pantyhose or tights. And, whether you’re wearing a garter and stockings for utility or for seduction, she provides her expert tips and tricks to help you select the right garter belt and stockings for every occasion, and how to properly put them on and attach them to your stockings.
Watch this video and get ready to broaden your lingerie horizons!
Essentials for a Complete Slip Wardrobe
Camisoles were originally designed to be worn over a bra for modesty and to eliminate a bra's cup seams from showing. Today, they are worn as outerwear as well as underwear. You should have one lacy and one plain style. They are great under itchy sweaters. Camisoles can also add some warmth in winter and are much more grown-up than old-fashioned undershirts.
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Half slips have two styles today - gathered at the waist with elastic, or made out of stretch microfiber with no waistband. The latter provides a totally smooth look under tight-fitting skirts. Worn under sheer skirts, it reduces transparency. Beneath unlined skirts, it prevents chafing and gives a smooth look. Half slips in lengths of mid thigh, top of kneecap and mid calf should cover most fashion requirements. However, if you like short fashions, you'll love having a 12" half slip handy.
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The slip seems to have turned into an outergarment these days. However, they were designed for a very important purpose - to reduce transparency under sheer dresses, or to prevent chafing or clinging under unlined dresses. The full slip has the added benefit of acting as an underpinning under a suit. You've probably noticed in movies that when a woman is not in clothes, they have her running around or talking on the telephone in a slip. It's simply a very classy and sexy piece of lingerie that never goes out of style. One lacy slip and one plain style slip should cover most needs. Of course a silk slip is one of life's little luxuries.
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I'll bet you didn't know that you could get a slip culotte. Well, you can. They're a great alternative to a half-slip when you want maximum movement and no leg chafing.
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Also known as an underliner, it's a pantaloon-like garment worn as a slip with unlined pants. Can also be worn under white pants to reduce their transparency. This is a very handy item to have around for fashion emergencies.
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