Types of Lingerie

Often the person best suited to define lingerie is the woman for whom it is intended. Depending on her modesty and conservatism, what is thrilling apparel to one woman may be plain daily accouterments to another. Within general categories of intimate garments, there are a wide variety of different styles. Basic categories include:

* Panties: Depending on the cut, shape, and amount of fabric, panties may be briefs, boy-cuts, bikinis, French cuts, or thongs. The basic differences result from the type of cut at the waist and leg, with some styles deliberately designed to conceal panty lines under clothing. Lingerie panties are typically silk or satin and may have lace, patterns, bright colors, or embroidered focal points.
* Bras: Bras come in strapless, under wire, padded, sports, and other styles, usually depending on the strap width and placement as well as the way the cups are given shape. Lingerie bras are often rich, bold colors with shiny fabrics and lace sides or embellishments.
* Nightgowns: Nightgowns come in the widest variety of all, with different lengths, seams, waists, sleeves, and straps distinguishing different styles. Typically, nightgowns classified as intimate apparel are made of satin or silk, perhaps see-through, and include lace, bows, and form-fitting curves.
* Exotic Apparel: There are a select variety of styles meant for more exotic wear, including teddies, baby dolls and garters. These are considered the most risqué types of intimate apparel and are form-fitting, often transparent through lacy patterns, and may even be themed (devil, maid, angel, etc.). They may have feathers, pompons or other eye-catching details, and are usually found in boutique stores.

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