Women’s underwear: bras, panties, bralettes

Women's bras: Elomi, Wacoal and Fantasie

Bras include plunging underwired styles like the Elomi Matilda and Brianna, the Elomi Molly, Morgan and Cate from the British large cup lingerie brand Wacoal, the Wacoal Le Minimizer and side support bras from Fantasie. The large cup bra is chosen based on the band size and cup size.

Minimiser bras and moulded bras

The Wacoal Le Minimizer and the Triumph Urban Minimizer visually reduce breast volume under a shirt. The moulded bras Elomi Smooth and Freya Idol, which have cups, maintain a neat shape: the minimiser bra prevents shirt buttons from gaping.

Women's bralettes: Elomi, Sloggi and Chantelle

Bralettes range from the underwired sports bralette Elomi Energise to the wire-free Elomi Downtime, as well as the Sloggi Zero Feel Bliss and the padded bralette Chantelle SoftStretch. The women's bralette is worn under a t-shirt or a loose sweatshirt.

Women's panties and thongs: Passionata, Wacoal and Triumph

Panties include Passionata Miss Joy and Bella, the shaping panty Wacoal Eglantine, the high-waisted panty Chantelle SoftStretch and the midi panty Triumph Feel of Modal alongside thongs Passionata White Nights and Chloe. The high-waisted panty disappears under high-waisted trousers.

Women's socks: Burlington, Falke and Jimmy Lion

Women's socks range from Burlington Whitby and Queen socks to Burlington Marylebone knee-highs, including Falke Active Breeze socks, from the German brand, glitter socks Pieces Sebby Glitter and printed socks Jimmy Lion. The women's sock is seen with a loafer or low-top trainers.

How to find your bra size

Measure the band size under the bust with the tape flat, then measure the bust at the fullest point; the difference gives the cup size. A good bra primarily holds by the band at the back, not by the straps: the band at the back should remain horizontal, without riding up.

Women's underwear and plus sizes

Plus size clothing also includes large cup lingerie, and underwear gathers men's models, boxers and briefs. The large cup lingerie from Elomi and Freya ranges from bras to swimsuits.

Colours and materials of women's underwear

Skin and nude shades disappear under light clothing, black under dark clothing; white shows under a white t-shirt. Cotton is soft for everyday wear, modal is supple and cool, lace dresses up an outfit. A nude bra can be worn under all light colours.

Cotton women's underwear, warm underwear and plus size

Cotton women's underwear, soft and breathable, is suitable for everyday wear and sensitive skin. Warm underwear, made of wool or thermal fibre, can be worn under ski trousers or a winter dress. In plus sizes, an underwired bra and wide straps distribute weight better. Sheer lingerie, in tulle or mesh, is worn under a thin blouse.

Cheap women's underwear: special offers, sales and Black Friday

Cheap women's underwear can be found in women's special offers and women's sales, and women's new arrivals showcase the season's styles. At the end of November, Black Friday for women reduces lingerie prices. Fast shipping and best price guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions about women's underwear

How to know if a bra is too small?

The cup overflows at the top or sides, or the underwire pushes into the breast instead of encircling it. In this case, choose a cup size up: the bust should fill the cup without spilling over.

How to wash lace lingerie?

By hand in cold water, or machine wash in a net bag, with hooks closed, on a delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry, never in the tumble dryer: heat damages the lace and distorts the underwires.

What bra is best for sport?

A sports bralette with good support, featuring a wide band and adjustable straps, like the Elomi Energise. For running, strong support limits breast movement.

How often should you change bras?

When the band at the back stretches and rides up, even when hooked on the tightest setting, the bra no longer provides support. Rotating several bras prolongs the elasticity of each one.

What to wear under a fitted dress?

A nude-coloured shorty or thong, without visible seams, with a wire-free bralette or a moulded style. The invisible underwear should be a shade close to the skin.