After your wedding dress, the second most important element of your wedding outfit is undoubtedly what you will wear under your wedding dress! So don't neglect your wedding lingerie set, and choose it carefully, even if you will only reveal it to the lucky man... If on a daily basis, putting on a bra and panties has become an almost automatic habit, the most beautiful day of your life deserves that you pay special attention to your underwear. Indeed, after the ceremony which should be unforgettable, it is your wedding night that will be engraved in your memory forever...
Choosing your wedding lingerie to match your dress
Shaping sheath dress
These "column" dresses, generally close to the body, are very often made of muslin or organza. Thanks to these materials, they have a clean design and display a more airy look. If you choose this type of dress, consider wearing a slip. Avoid bulges and lines of demarcation by choosing seamless underwear. By opting for invisible wedding lingerie, you can choose from a wide selection of panties with a more or less pronounced cutout and a more or less high waist. Look for the perfect silhouette with lingerie that will hug your curves like a second skin.
princess dress
The quintessential fairytale wedding dress, the A-line silhouette is known to flatter most body types. These dresses are very forgiving of our little flaws and will allow you to wear very refined lingerie sets with frilly and lace details without revealing a line of demarcation.
Mermaid dress
As the name suggests, this shape hugs the curves of your body perfectly. So make sure you don't wear underwear that shows off your lines too much or has seams that are too visible under the fabric. Instead, opt for invisible, shaping lingerie and high-waisted styles like a high-waisted thong, for example.
Prom dress
Highlight your wasp waist with a bustier, corset or waist cincher. A strapless and seamless bandeau bra will refine your silhouette while enhancing your bust and guaranteeing optimal support.
Answers to your questions about wedding lingerie…
Which bra should I choose for my outfit?
The answer is almost systematic whatever the shape of wedding dress you choose: a strapless bra, if possible multi-position. Longer bustier-style bras can add a sculpting aspect that you might eventually seek. For backless dresses, which although daring are very popular with future brides, try a backless adhesive bra. In all cases, the goal is to hide your wedding lingerie under your dress, to reserve the first look only for your future husband!
What color should I choose for my wedding lingerie?
Bridal outfits come in many different shades of pure white, ivory, cream and other variations. The best choice is therefore to select “natural” wedding lingerie in white and pearly tones. When in doubt, choose your set according to your skin tone. However, the time when wedding dresses were invariably white seems to be over. Nowadays, some women are opting for more daring and audacious colors. If this is your case, choose a lingerie set in the same tone as your dress so as not to multiply color associations and possible bad taste mistakes.
Which hosiery items will complete your lingerie set?
Stockings are part of the bridal outfit mythology because they are associated with the very sexy and the traditional, a must-have accessory for the bride. Thigh-high stockings are a great option for ball gowns, princess dresses and other long dresses. For mermaid or fitted dresses, a pair of tights is probably a better choice. Some tights have almost invisible inserts that will smooth out your little tummy, hips and thighs.
Can I wear it on my wedding day?
Don't deprive yourself! There are undergarments designed to sculpt every part of your body and created according to the different styles of existing dresses. Shapewear can therefore be invited on your wedding day! A slimming bra, a bodysuit or even a panty or a shaping brief can make all the difference in the fit of your dress. And after all, nothing prevents you, before your wedding night, from slipping into a sexier and more refined outfit...
I have a generous figure and I am rather petite. What underwear will suit me best?
Try a bustier bra for a sculpting effect and optimal support. Be sure to check that the size is adequate. Some shapes may be too long for your body shape, which will result in you appearing smaller. You can also opt for slimming lingerie items such as bodysuits and high-waisted underwear. Long shaping panties will slim your hips and thighs.
How to avoid lingerie disasters on my wedding day?
1. Bring the lingerie you plan to wear to your wedding dress fitting. Shapewear, bras, and bustiers can really change the way a dress fits you. Choose your outfit based on your wedding lingerie and vice versa.
2. Pay attention to the color. There are so many shades of white that it is best to choose an ivory bra. For other colors, opt for tone-on-tone and avoid an overflow of colors.
3. Buy an extra pair of stockings or tights that you plan to wear on your wedding day. Hosiery is quite fragile and can play tricks on you. It could possibly come apart during the ceremony, leaving you in a bind!
4. If you are considering wearing a corset, bustier, shaping bra, strapless bandeau, give it a dress rehearsal! Wear it for a full day before your wedding. This will give you a chance to get familiar with your wedding lingerie and see if it fits.
5. If the ceremony venue is far away, use a separate small bag for your lingerie and accessories. Include a checklist inside! A nice lingerie bag hidden in your suitcase will minimize the chances of forgetting a crucial element of your lingerie set. Also slip in a host of accessories that will complete your lingerie set…