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Want to be a Trend-Setter? Stay on top of the fashion train with the hottest Lingerie Trends 2022. Keep reading to see what is turning heads this year.
In the past few years, we’ve seen lingerie slowly creeping into mainstream fashion. Intimates worn as everyday outfits have become a common sight. We’ve been seeing lots of cupped bras and bralettes as tops. Chemises and camisoles find their way to afternoon teas and cocktail parties. And sometimes, even at work. These show that fashion is indeed embracing lingerie in its various forms.
This 2022, there’s so much going on in the fashion industry. Here are some of the top trends to watch out for to keep your lingerie on point, whether hidden under your clothes or flaunted boldly as outerwear.
Lingerie Trends 2022
Underwear as outerwear becomes more mainstream
We’ve seen it a lot in high fashion and on the runways. Leather bras, lacy corsets, silk chemise, and other lingerie paired with chic jackets, palazzos, and other outerwear. This year, expect to see more underwear worn as outerwear in everyday life.
Cop this look by wearing tops with traditional cupped silhouettes and midi-length pencil skirts or flared pants. Wear a bandeau bra with a tailored suit, or use a corset over an oversized shirt. Keep it comfy and simple with soft knit bras and denim shorts. There are infinite ways to incorporate your lingerie into everyday wear.
[Read: 20 Ways to Wear Lingerie Outside of the Bedroom]
Sugar and spice, from day to night
We all love clothes that can go from day to night in a snap. Now, we’re seeing lingerie that looks great in bed, at work, and on night outs. Big brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton have launched slip dresses, chemise tops, and lacey undergarments that can be worn under blazers for work and on their own for party nights.
Start sprucing up your wardrobe with wearable lingerie that’s perfect for day-to-night dressing. Go for printed chemise, charmeuse camisoles, and lace-trimmed bralettes. Pair them with tailoring for work. Ditch the jacket at night and get ready to hit the dance floor.
There’s less trade-off between comfort and sexiness
Being comfortable and sexy at the same time is now much easier. Many lingerie brands are now making comfort a priority in their designs. With new technologies for adaptive textiles, even women with fuller busts no longer need to sacrifice comfort for support and style. We’ll see more non-wired support and bralettes in a wide range of sizes hitting the shelves.
Sustainable lingerie is the new sexy
Most consumers now prefer purchasing products that leave as little environmental footprint as possible. So, lingerie brands are meeting this increased demand for eco-friendly products by launching collections that use natural, recycled, or repurposed materials.
Feel sexy while nurturing our planet by supporting eco-conscious brands. Things to watch out for next time you go shopping are sustainable trimmings such as eco-elastics and biodegradable straps. Some bras now come with replaceable straps made from compostable natural rubber. Choose lingerie made from natural fabrics sourced ethically and manufactured responsibly.
Retro silhouettes are back in style
Silhouettes from the previous century are back. We now see these classic shapes reinvented for the new generation with more modern colors and designs. High-waist knickers of the 50s are no longer just for grannies. Pair it with a cute bra or a cool tank top for a chill vibe on the beach or in the park. Add the illusion of length with high-leg thongs of the 80s. Feel sexy with lace-trimmed briefs under your strictly corporate work attire.
[Read: We Found the Best Vintage and Vintage-Inspired Lingerie Brands on the Internet]
Barely-there sheers layered over stylish underwear
We’ve seen sheers countless times on the runway and the red carpet. Who’d forget foxy Megan rocked the MTV Music Video Awards with her completely sheer dress and sparkly thongs. Then there’s also the enchanting sight of Kendall Jenner in a sheer Givenchy with glittering diamond chokers at the Met Gala.
Even non-celebrities are copying this look with barely-there separates layered over underwear or other clothing. The key to this look is wearing something underneath that looks just as good as the sheer cover. Snatch the sheer look for your dinner date with a couple of layers of Fendi’s all-black lace collection. For a day out with friends, pair a meshy dress with JW Anderson’s minimalist high waist briefs and a matching bralette. Keep the entire ensemble coordinated to keep your look classy, not trashy.
Shimmery, glimmery, glittery – iridescent fabric is making a comeback
Prepare for a magical year of lingerie high fashion. Bras, bodysuits, and other shapewear are going from boring neutrals to enchanting iridescent hues. We’ll see more transparent yet shimmering fabrics for that sultry look that mesmerizes. For those that find sheers too daring, opaque silky lingerie that seem to reflect light can create the same sexy vibe without revealing that much skin.
Bejeweled lingerie will add sparkle to your life
Draw eyes toward your favorite assets with bejeweled lingerie. Garter belts in strings of pearl offer an intriguing mix of tasteful elegance and sensual pleasure. Crystals embellished on bra tops add a delicate structure that stirs gentle romance. Gems in various colors and patterns bring character to corsets, bra straps, and thongs. A little sparkle can go a long way in sparking fiery passion.
Lingerie goes bolder with vibrant colors
People are now more experimental with their color choices. Underwear in blacks and nudes stay on racks longer than those in bright colors. We also see bolder shades and uncommon hues popping up more often.
Sate your appetite for fun by donning lingerie in neon colors or ultra-saturated tones. Chartreuse greens and radiant oranges are great for summer, but they also liven up the cold and drab winters. There are no rules to color when it comes to underwear, so be as playful as you want.
Handmade lingerie are made with love, for love
The rise of Etsy shows how many people love all things handmade – even lingerie. As underwear weaves its way into mainstream fashion, more people are looking for lingerie with unique designs they can flaunt and wear on any occasion. We now see bra tops and boy shorts with colorful embroidery designs. Even some brands have launched collections with their logos or brand names embroidered on lingerie. Then there’s also the slew of crocheted undies hitting the marketplace. Most of these handmade treasures come with a steep price tag. But if you’re nifty with the needle, why not make your own instead?
Have some fun with Lingerie Trends 2022
Some lingerie never go out of style. So, you’d still want to have these classics in your wardrobe. However, staying on top of trends brings loads of fun. Each season and year offers lingerie trends that add some spice to your life. Add some excitement to your daily life with underwear that transforms how you look and how you feel about yourself.
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