Looking good gives you a lot of confidence. Having the right lingerie with each outfit gives you an extra dose of confidence. Lingerie wardrobes come in various forms such as loungewear, corporate wear, date night, bridal wear, etc.
A lingerie capsule wardrobe is an intentional collection of necessary lingerie that fits your style, daily wear and are versatile for most of your current outfits.
BENEFITS OF HAVING A LINGERIE CAPSULE COLLECTION
- You have the right lingerie for each outfit.
- You save time while dressing up.
- It boosts your confidence from within knowing your total outfit is well put together.
- You’ll have a versatile lingerie wardrobe.
- You don’t have to worry about a wardrobe malfunction while wearing the right lingerie.
- You’ll have an overall effortless look irrespective of your style.
THINGS TO CONSIDER WHILE SHOPPING FOR A LINGERIE
- Take into consideration your current wardrobe and essential lingerie for each outfit.
- Know your measurement for each type of undergarment by measuring yourself or getting someone to help you.
- Try on your lingerie before any purchase to know if you like the look, color, and feel of the fabric on your skin.
- Make sure each bra is well-fitted taking into consideration comfort and no excesses at the top or sides of the bra.
- Invest in quality undergarments over quantity to have pieces that can’t be easily replaced.
For a capsule lingerie wardrobe, a woman should own between 8 to 10 bras and between 15 to 20 pairs of panties and briefs in various styles and mix. The mix of the lingerie capsule wardrobe should consist of:
- Bras
- Panties
- Shape wear
- Slips
- Robes and dressing gowns.
BRAS
Bras are a type of lingerie that serves as a starting point for all types of clothing. It helps you achieve the desired look for your breast whether to increase, or decrease your breast size and add some cleavage when necessary. Always wearing the right bra stops the breast from drooping and keeps it in form and shape.
Types of Bras
Based on a woman’s preference and what’s available in the market, bras come in different forms which form the basis for bra styles. The various forms of bras form a foundation in the selection of the style of bra a woman will wear.
- Non-Padded Bra: non-padded bras help to show off the natural shape of your breast and ensure your natural breast shape is maintained making you feel comfortable.
- Padded Bra: as the name implies, padded bras use extra material to make the breast appear fuller.
- Wired: wired or underwired bras are made from a thin strip of wiring stitched into the fabric of the bra. This thin wiring helps give the breast a well-rounded and voluminous look.
- Non-Wired Bra: this is the opposite of a wired bra. It doesn’t have any form of wiring but uses advanced seam work to give a more comfortable bra that attains some level of comfort.
Bra Styles
After choosing your preferred form of bra, you move on to pick the appropriate style of bra for your personal style, and wardrobe. Here are some bra styles to consider:
- Neutral Bras
- Plunge Bras
- Multifunctional Bras
- Strapless Bras
- Sports Bras
Neutral Bra
Neutral bras often referred to as t-shirts or basic bras come in white, black, and beige depending on your skin tone. They are comfortable, great for regular use, and give a clean look when worn as an undergarment when wearing t-shirts and tops.
Plunge Bras
These kinds of bras are good for outfits with a deep neckline. They are elegant and sexy, ideal for occasions and parties.
Multifunctional Bras
Multifunctional bras are known for their versatility and comfort. They have detachable straps that can be worn in various ways when wearing a halter-top, backless dress making it discrete.
Strapless Bras
Strapless bras a great for tube tops and gowns while giving the desired look and comfort.
Sports Bras
Sports bras are very unique because they provide the adequate amount of comfort and firmness the breast needs while doing your workout. They help keep the breast in place while doing rigorous exercise.
PANTIES
A pair of panties help to stop the outer garment from getting dirty and prevents any embarrassment during any wardrobe malfunction. Panties to be picked should be seamless for most outfits which can come in various styles such as thong, G-string, and full seamless panties. Other panties to be considered are the ones to be used during your monthly period in other to keep the others in good use.
SHAPEWEAR
Investment should be made in good shapewear to help accentuate the body curves for days they’ll be needed. When choosing the appropriate shapewear comfort should be considered as wearing one which is too tight will make you feel uncomfortable and less likely to concentrate wherever you are.
SLIPS
Slips as an undergarment are necessary when wearing lightweight fabrics like silk, satin, chiffon, or anything static. It offers extra coverage and provides a smoothing layer underneath your outfit.
DRESSING GOWNS
Dressing gowns are worn as a suitable covering over nightwear when out of bed. It could be worn alone, with nightwear or other clothing.
CARING FOR YOUR LINGERIE
- It’s best to handwash your lingerie whenever possible but, if you must put them in the washing machine make sure you use a lingerie wash bag so that hooks, buttons, clasps, and other delicate details are kept undamaged.
- Always use cold water for your lingerie because hot water will shorten the lifespan of the undergarment and spoil its elasticity.
- Use detergents that are suitable for lingerie because harsh detergents can wear out the fabrics used.
- Separate colors when washing undergarments although most are not supposed to bleed, separate colored lingerie from white or light colors.
- Don’t twist or squeeze lingerie with wire as it may damage the form of the lingerie.
- Lingerie should be stored separately from clothes and in a proper manner for visualization when deciding on what lingerie to wear.
