7 Lingerie Items to Wear as Clothes

last updated 23 August 2021

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I don't know about you, but when I see a photo of one of my favorite fashion people in the most polished outfit and then catch just a hint of exposed lingerie, I'm instantly jealous. That photo is always oozing with cool confidence, and I want it to be of me. The amazing thing about utilizing your lingerie as a fashion accessory to your best looks is that the options are so vast: I love swapping a top for a black satin bra under a blazer, but I also love a lacy, brightly colored bra peeping out of a low-neck top. And it's not all about bras these days. Exposed G-strings are back, and sagging to show off your Calvins never went out of style. You can even wear a pretty bra and underwear set underneath a see-through maxi dress. Keep scrolling to shop the lingerie pieces that will complete your next outfit.

Wdirara

Two Piece Floral Sheer Lace Lingerie Set

Bright colors are dominating the fashion space right now, and yellow is at the top. I love this set because I can let the subtlest amount of the bra's scalloped edge sneak out of my tank and then really give the show over to the thong and a pair of low-rise jeans.

Savage X Fenty

Floral Glow Lace Bustier

Corsets are a huge lingerie trend this year. This one is so pretty, you could wear it alone as a top. Underneath a button-down or low-cut tank works, too.

Silriver

Silk Satin Bralette

Ah, the aforementioned black satin bra. This bralette option is so versatile, especially if you're not fully ready to rock your bra in public. It would look especially cool underneath a transparent second-skin top.

Savage X Fenty

Not Sorry Low-Rise Strappy Thong

Your ticket to achieving the quintessential Y2K exposed-thong look right here.

Calvin Klein

Logo Cotton Bikini Panty

Who doesn't love stuffing their hands in their jeans pockets, only to gently expose the top of their Calvins? It's a classic move Kate Moss taught us all too well.

Savage X Fenty

Not Sorry Ultra Demi Unlined Lace Bra

Repeat after me: I will wear this vibrant blue bra under all my plain white tees.

Free People

Adella Bralette

I know I'm not the only person who saw this Free People bra worn as a top on the latest episode of Gossip Girl. Thank me for the tip later. Xoxo.

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Aralyn Beaumont joined Who What Wear as the copy editor for branded content after a career in food media. Years of poring over intricate recipes with a fine-tooth comb and working with high-profile chefs has prepared her well for working with fashion's top brands while honoring Who What Wear's voice. Her background as a research editor makes her a finicky editor who will probably care too much about making sure all copy is as factually accurate and aligned with the house style guide as can be. Maybe it's because she's a Gemini, but her personal style is impossible to pin down: One day you'll see her in a turtleneck sweater tucked into a midi skirt with heeled boots, and the next, she'll be wearing mom jeans, a white Hanes tee, and classic Vans. At the end of the day, her style reflects her various moods. Sometimes it will be feminine and elegant, and others it will be grungy or androgynous. Certain things will always remain constant, though. She'll forever be on the hunt for the perfect pair of high-waisted jeans.