5 lingerie styles every woman should have in her wardrobe. They'll never go out of fashion!
‘Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world,’ Marilyn Monroe used to say, paving the way for a fledgling concept that would later be called power dressing. Today, the role fashion plays in shaping self-esteem is discussed openly and without beating about the bush. A well-chosen outfit helps build authority, boosts confidence and... well, simply lifts your mood. And since lingerie is the foundation of every woman's look, it's the best place to start building your everyday wardrobe. Here are 5 lingerie must-haves that every woman should have in her wardrobe. They are stylish, functional and absolutely timeless.
Lingerie every woman should have in her wardrobe: a stylish bralette
First, a definition: behind the French-sounding name bralette is a soft bra with a simple construction, free of underwiring, extra padding and any other reinforcement or structure. It is currently one of the most popular categories in the lingerie industry. And these are not empty words. The proof?
First, the international shopping platform Lyst has for several years regularly featured bralettes in its seasonal reports on the most coveted items (in 4th place in its latest ranking, ‘World's hottest products’, was, for example, an ultra-short denim top with triangle cups by Prada).
Second, more than 2,054,650 photos tagged with the hashtag #bralette have already been posted on Instagram. That's quite a lot, isn't it? And finally, third: stylists and professional bra fitters alike seem to agree on one thing - bralettes are the most comfortable type of bra for small and medium busts. They enhance the natural shape of the breasts while offering comfort and complete freedom.
And that's not the end of the arguments for investing in this type of bra. Following the lead of the models on the runways of famous fashion houses, including Jacquemus, Dolce & Gabbana, Mugler and Etro, we now wear bralettes not under blouses but instead of them. Love and Hate bestsellers look great as lingerie tops, including the openwork Diamond New style and the cotton Jill bra. For a romantic dinner for two, swap your shirt for the semi-sheer Lara with floral embroidery under an oversized blazer - the wow effect is guaranteed!
Lingerie every woman should have in her wardrobe: a lingerie bodysuit
The history of the bodysuit is full of twists and turns, but don't worry, it has a happy ending. The first person to wear this distinctively cut garment was a man, the 19th-century trapeze artist Jules Léotard. His tight-fitting stage costume made from stretchy fabrics caught the eye of acrobats and prima ballerinas on the banks of the Seine, who in turn passed their fascination with the one-piece outfit on to American women. And so, straight from the changing rooms of French performers, the bodysuit made its way into high society as a fashionable piece and a symbol of the sexual revolution. It reigned on the stages of Broadway, behind the scenes at the Moulin Rouge and on cinema screens. It reached the height of its popularity at the turn of the 80s and 90s. This one-piece that sensually hugs the contours of the figure was worn by, among others, Cindy Crawford in the iconic 1992 Pepsi advert, Baby from ‘Dirty Dancing’ in the famous bridge scene and the girls in the first seasons of ‘Friends’. Today it's hard to imagine a woman's wardrobe without a bodysuit. It goes with everything and suits every occasion. If your wardrobe is missing one, add the velvet Madison in black or carmine red to your basket right away. We bet it will become your favourite the moment you unwrap the parcel.
Lingerie every woman should have in her wardrobe: a sexy set
Lace, sheer mesh, crocheted, cotton, velour or slinky satin. A flirtatious lingerie set is an absolute must-have. All the more so because the styles available today are very different from those that filled shop shelves just a few years ago. They are more varied, better quality and designed not only to look good but also to be comfortable to wear. At Love and Hate, we make sure each of you finds something perfect. Choose from triangle bralettes, sheer underwired half-cup bras, embroidered balconette bras and lace bras in both classic and more original designs, as well as thongs, briefs, Brazilian briefs, high-waisted briefs and boy shorts. You can buy a ready-made set or freely mix and match pieces from different sets. One thing is certain: they will look stunning in any combination.
Lingerie every woman should have in her wardrobe: a slip
The lingerie slip is the new little black dress. Seriously! With the 90s back in fashion, the favourite dresses of nineties supermodels are back in favour too. So-called slip dresses with spaghetti straps work beautifully behind bedroom doors, but also well beyond them. Fashion insiders, regardless of the latest trends, pair satin slips with chunky worker boots and leather biker jackets that look a few sizes too big, with trainers and casually open trench coats, or with heeled sandals and glitter eyeliner. Our number one buy? The Jenny slip with the Love and Hate label. It will be the core of all kinds of outfits for years to come.
Lingerie every woman should have in her wardrobe: a black bra
A well-chosen black bra is the finishing touch to any great outfit. Parisian women have been wearing them for years under sheer white T-shirts (très chic!), low-cut blouses, sensual dresses and blazers borrowed from their boyfriends' wardrobes. Black feels at home next to every other colour, and a black bra next to every other piece in your wardrobe. Whether you're looking for intricate openwork, architectural underwire designs or smooth cotton in an all-black version, you'll find them among the Love and Hate styles.
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