THE ONE BODY INTIMATES GUIDE
Looking to pair the perfect underwear with your outfits? We present the ultimate guide to choosing the right undies for comfort and fit under your daily wardrobe.
By Alice Hartwell for ONE BODY INTIMATES
Not to be dramatic, but underwear truly makes or breaks an outfit. Nothing quite kills the vibe of a look like poor panty choices, so choosing the right underwear for your daily attire shouldn’t be underestimated. In our latest post, we present the ultimate guide for every outfit, with 5 versatile, staple pieces every underwear drawer should be well stocked with.
Choosing the right underwear for your outfits – five panty staples
THONG
These panties are some of the most versatile underwear pieces you could own. They often get a bad rap for being uncomfortable and riding up in all the wrong areas, but if you choose the right fabric and fit, thongs could be your go-to panty.
Pair with…
✓ Leggings
✓ Form-fitting skirts or dresses
BIKINI
This type of underwear is another must-have staple for your lingerie drawer. A step up from thongs in terms of coverage, bikini panties still offer a cheeky silhouette that also helps to avoid those unwanted VPL (visible panty line) moments.
Pair with…
✓ Dresses
✓ Skirts
✓ Jeans
✓ Activewear
HIPSTER
These panties sit nicely on the hip for maximum comfort and a little more coverage. Hipster pants are also a great option for those on their period, as they provide a greater amount of leakage security.
Pair with…
✓ Loungewear
✓ Jeans
✓ High-waist trousers
SHORTS
The ultimate comfort underwear, short panties will offer you the most amount of coverage. They’re best paired with those comfy outfits, as part of an intimates set or even under a short dress for a little more modesty.
Pair with…
✓ Loungwear
✓ Pyjamas
✓ Dresses
SEAMLESS
Any kind of seamless panties should have a welcome spot in your lingerie drawer. Not only is this underwear super comfortable, but as the name suggests, it remains completely hidden under even the tightest of garments.
Pair with…
✓ Tight-fitting trousers, skirts or dresses
✓ Activewear
✓ Loungewear
Other factors to consider
Finding the perfect underwear for each outfit doesn’t come down to the type alone, there are other things you need to consider.
Size
Picking the right size of underwear is important not only from a comfort standpoint, but it will also affect how your pants will look under clothing. Too tight and you run the risk of exaggerated VPL, but too loose and the fabric might bunch and bulge. Before shopping for new underwear, always make sure to measure the sizes against your own body, taking into account that fabric will give and stretch over time.
Colour/shade
It’s a good idea to have a varying colour palette of undies to go with a range of different outfits. Keep a mix of light and dark shades that work well with thinner, paler fabrics. For example, some garments like leggings are thin enough to allow darker underwear to show beneath, so always opt for a nude panty.
Feeling
It’s all well and good if underwear looks good, but what about how it makes you feel? Always wear panties that make you feel confident and comfortable in your body as a non-negotiable rule. Curate a lingerie drawer that you get real joy out of wearing and pairing with everyday outfits.
Choose the right underwear with One Body Intimates.
Our mission is to provide underwear options that cover you with every outfit. One Body Intimates stocks a range of sustainable brands that can take pride of place in your lingerie drawer, well-worn and well-loved.
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