To Know About Lingerie

Lingerie is a French term which refers to women's undergarments. The word 'lingerie' is very feminine and denotes excitement, sensuality and elegance. The word lingerie does not and should not point towards the dull collection of everyday underwear but should always capture the feminine, fashionable and adventurous essence of women. Lingerie is the most intimate wear of any woman, and often becomes a secret expression of her innermost feelings. No wonder women of today are attracted to a glittering array of lingerie styles, colors and textures.

For the modern woman, lingerie should be perfect blend of comfort and style. It should be made from functional and soothing fabrics like cotton, hosiery, silk and satin. Lingerie can be categorized into many items. Thongs are alluring and are one of the fastest selling pieces of lingerie.

Panties, also known as briefs, knickers and smalls, are popular lingerie. Camisoles are pretty and charming underwear. Slips, either half or full, are generally made from satin or charmeuse. Bras or brassiere, are one of the most intricate pieces of lingerie. They can be further classified into sports bra, push-up bra, strapless bra and padded bra. Nighties, nightgowns and nightshirts are nightwear essentials.

All lingerie is machine made but some specialty shops offer hand-sewn items. Some even design lingerie to your specifications. It is very common to have wedding, honeymoon and anniversary lingerie designed and hand stitched.

When buying any piece of lingerie, one must be very careful about sizing. Lingerie is numbered in different sizes according to the bust, cup size, waist and hip measurements. If you are buying a particular piece of lingerie for the first time, it is better to try it on for size and comfort. But when you know your sizes, you can order lingerie on the Internet. When you buy new lingerie, check the washing instructions, warranty details and exchange policy of the store.