The most romantic addition to your lingerie drawer is a delicate sprinkling of lace underwear.
Considered the sexy division of lingerie, lace underwear is typically reserved for special occasions as opposed to everyday wear. However, with attitudes towards female sexuality ever evolving, lace has come to represent female confidence, validating wear whether you’re heading out on date night or mooching at home.
Consumer interest in lace undies shows no sign of slowing down. Searches for lace thongs have rocketed by 268 per cent since early May according to Playful Promises, demonstrating that wearing lace for yourself and yourself alone is very much on the agenda.
When it comes to lace, one has to scroll with the knowledge that investment is key. Lace is primarily crafted from nylon, which has the potential to be uncomfortable when adorning all day. Cue covetable collections by luxury brands like Fleur du Mal, La Perla and Wacoal, all of whom produce beautifully crafted pieces topped with butter-soft silk and delicate embroidery.
Mid-range options by Fruity Booty, Stripe & Stare and Free People further promise comfort without sacrificing style. The market is sufficiently saturated with adorably kitsch creations, slogan designs and girlish chemises that only you (and your wallet) need be impressed by.
Lace underwear is surprisingly versatile. Underwear as outerwear has emerged as a standout trend of 2024, with stars such as Bella Hadid, Iris Law and Emily Ratajkwoski sporting silky negligee-style pieces for a night on the tiles. Lace slips double up as evening and sleep attire, meaning you’re essentially getting a two-for-one deal on more lavish lingerie buys.
As for lace thongs, some have taken to wearing them with low-slung jeans, in effect proudly displaying their panties as part of a thoroughly Y2K outfit.
Whether you want to wear your finest lace lingerie loud and proud or keep it as a hidden treasure, there are plenty of exquisite pieces to consider.
Discover the best lace lingerie and radiate confidence from the inside out.
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Intimissimi Vacanze Italiane Balconette Bra
When life gives you lemons, embroider them on a bra. Intimissimi’s Vacanze Italiane Balconette Bra conjures up images of summer spent in Italy, surrounded by citrus trees and dreamy countryside vistas. The non-padded piece is made from ethereal white tulle dotted with yellow lemons, trimmed with lace and features a crossover detail between the cups with a lemon charm.
Buy now £59.00, Intimissimi
Fruity Booty Buttercup Lace Brief
All the It-girls are wearing Fruity Booty; here’s why. Not only are the brand’s glamorous designs the ideal blend of sultry and sweet, but they are also eco-friendly too.
The majority of the brand’s pieces are crafted from surplus fabrics, and for the pants that aren’t, Fruity Booty sources sustainable, high-quality materials for their creation. The packaging is 100 per cent recycled and the brand employs a zero-plastic policy when making the pretty pants.
With their sunny hue and comfort-forward fit, the brand’s Buttercup Briefs are the perfect addition to your spring wardrobe.
Buy now £25.00, Fruity Booty
Fleur Du Mal Untie Me Lace Chemise
Provocative, pink and perfectly feminine, Fleur du Mal’s ribbon-tie chemise taps into coquettecore charm. The ethereal slip can be worn au naturel. Style yours with a bralette, baggy jeans and ballet flats for girlish public wear.
Buy now £250.00, Net-A-Porter
For Love & Lemons Xander Teddy
Transform your lingerie drawer into an ethereal archive with For Love & Lemons. The brand’s lacy offering, the Xander Teddy, is a romantic one-piece finished with feminine ribbon bows, a floral embroidered trim and a slotted ribbon eyelet trim.
Buy now £139.00, For Love & Lemons
Feeling For Lace Shorties
Available in a variety of gorgeous pastel tones, these lace bloomers are a definitive aspect of the coquette aesthetic. Though bloomers would’ve been traditionally worn as undergarments in the Regency period, modern aesthetics and sensibilities have seen them become a summertime favourite.
Buy now £44.00, Free People
Zinnia Embroidery Wired Balcony Bra
Available in romantic shades of dusty rose and fern green, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley x M&S’ Zinnia balcony bra is a beautifully feminine piece.
Complete with a satin bust and a Swiss-designed floral lace trim, the comfortable, blossom-clad offering features signature rose gold hardware and a wireless construction.
Buy now £28.00, M&S
Bluebella Ivory & Blue Bridal Garter in Lace
A simple lace garter will instantly inject sex appeal into your bridal attire. Bluebella’s ivory number features a satin blue bow for some added coquette charm.
Buy now £12.00, Bluebella
Rixo Maddy Set
Rixo’s sleepwear archive is the crème de la crème of night attire. Ruffled collars, ditsy prints and puff sleeves all feature in the brand’s adorable pyjamas that are now at the very top of our wish lists. Choose from a range of jewel tones and hit the hay in a sleepwear set that’s sweeter than sugar.
Buy now £225.00, Rixo
Marie Jo Jane Thong
If it’s good enough for the royals, it’s good enough for us. From Royal Warrant-holding underwear brand Rigby & Peller, Marie Jo’s Jane Thong is an extravagant touch. Available in six colourways, the floral piece is crafted from sheer embroidered fabric.
Buy now £62.00, Rigby & Peller
Marjolaine Silk Lace-Trim Nightdress
Marjolaine’s rich, marigold slip is a luxury investment for ample wear. The statement slip is crafted from sumptuous silk and finished with web-like white lace. Stylish sweet dreams await.
Buy now £289.00, Harrods
Tezenis Paris Pink Candy Lace Balconette Bra
Exude girlish glamour in a candy pink bra replete with ruffles. Tezenis’ Paris Pink Candy Lace Balconette Bra is a flirtatious pick featuring embroidered tulle and a lace ruffle with a small rose in the middle.
Designed for bigger busts, the summer-ready bra further showcases adjustable shoulder straps and a four-position double hook-and-eye fastening.
Buy now £19.99, Tezenis
Intimissimi The Most Romantic Season Lace Bodysuit
Coated in white lace, sequins, buttons and criss-cross detailing, Intimissimi’s angelic bodysuit sits between naughty and nice. The wireless garment features a cheeky Brazilian brief, coupled with a traditional lace finish.
Buy now £49.00, Intimissimi
Wacoal Embrace Embroidered Lace-Panelled Chemise
Fun and flirty in the extreme, Wacoal’s embroidered chemise slip is primed for summer nights out and dozy morning afters in. Floral embroidery, lace panels, scalloped trims and adjustable straps adorn the intricate sheer tulle piece.
Buy now £54.00, Harvey Nichols
Gilda & Pearl Gina Tap Pants
Amp up the flirt factor with a flippy pair of barely-there shorts. Gilda & Pearl’s Gina Tap Pants come complete with champagne lace detailing and a high-rise silhouette.
Buy now £140.00, Farfetch
Anthropologie Strappy Lace Corset Tank Top
Dazzle with a bolt of shocking pink with Anthropologie’s unmissable lace cami. Wear yours as a contemporary intimate or as an intricate Barbie-inspired party top.
Buy now £20.00, Anthropologie
& Other Stories Embroidered Bustier Bra and Briefs
Keep your underwear search brief with & Other Stories. The high street brand’s embroidered bra and knicker set incorporate summery broderie anglaise detailing into its classic fit. Underwire features and boning at the sides grant unparalleled support and comfort. Matching briefs are available.
Buy now £40.00, & Other Stories
Stripe & Stare Thong
A favourite among Gen Z influencers who focus on sustainable fashion, Stripe & Stare offers comfort-forward pieces to liven up your undies drawer. The London-based, female-founded company incorporates the use of TENCEL Micro Modal, a sustainably made material sourced from Beechwood Trees in Austria. According to the brand, the fabric is scientifically proven to be three times softer than cotton and is hyper-breathable.
Buy now £18.00, Stripe & Stare
Wacoal Embrace Lace Soft-Cup Bra
Who said that fancy, lacy and oh-so Parisian lingerie couldn’t be comfortable? This gorgeous soft-cup, wireless bra from Wacoal embodies a beautiful combination of delicate structural support and traditional feminine charm.
Buy now £40.00, Selfridges
Bluebella Vermont Luxury Satin Teddy Baked Clay
This skimpy little playsuit is made for spending time in bed with your favourite playmate. The rich colour makes it look far more expensive than it is, while the satin and lace fabrics skim over the skin. Available up to a UK20.
Buy now £39.00, Bluebella
