Lingerie Terms to Know

Sexy Lingerie Terms To Know

Babydoll: a short nightgown or negligee often trimmed with lace, appliques, ruffles, ribbons, etc. The hemline is usually six inches above the knee and may come with a matching thong or pantie.

Back Seams: This refers to the seam found on the back of some stockings. This is a classic and sexy look that helps to accent the natural curves of the legs.

Bodice: The part of a lingerie item or dress that covers the breasts.

Bustier: This is a form fitting sexy type of lingerie that slims the waist and enhances the bust and can be worn either as lingerie or as a super sex, club ready outer garment.

Camisole: A short top or negligee that can be worn as sleepwear and outerwear as well.

Chemise: Longer than a baby doll but shorter than a dress, the chemise has a fitted bust line and a relaxed body, and is usually held up by thin spaghetti straps.

Garter Belt: Worn around the waist with straps, or garters, that hold stockings up and compliment the look of a matched sexy lingerie bra and pantie set.

G-String: Panties that fully expose the buttocks and are often sold with baby dolls, chemises, and similar

Halter Top: A short, midriff top or cami held up by thin straps

Mini Dress: A short dress with a hemline just below the buttocks

Suspender-Style: refers to hosiery, stockings, body stockings that are held up by suspender-like fabric at the waist.

Stockings: Hosiery that covers the knee or mid thigh to the toes, with a covering of lace and elastic or a garter belt to keep them in place.

Teddy: A snug, one piece item resembling a bustier that extends down between the legs and fastens at the bodice.

Thong: Revealing underwear that is designed to expose the buttocks

Underwire: Wire sewn into the lower section of lingerie and bras to support and lift the breasts.

The term sexy lingerie can cover a myriad of products, but what is important to remember is that you should always choose the products that help you feel your sexiest and most alluring. A thong or g-string may be exactly what you want, or may be something that you aren't quite comfortable with, and that's fine. With so many different styles and types of alluring bedroom wear to choose from, anyone can find the perfect sexy boudoir style for them, all it takes is a little research and some online lingerie store browsing.

XOXO Veronica XOXO