Women's Underwear Types
When it comes to underwear, it’s more than just a basic necessity — it’s about comfort, confidence, and expressing your personal style. The right pair not only elevates your wardrobe but also enhances the way you feel, setting the tone for your day.
With a wide array of designs and fabrics to choose from, finding the perfect fit can often feel like an art form. In this guide, we’ll explore the most exquisite women’s underwear types, offering insight into their unique qualities and helping you discover pieces that combine beauty and functionality.
What Are The Different Types of Underwear
Lounge has a distinguished heritage in underwear design, combining expert knowledge of the female form with an emphasis on contouring. However, selecting the right type of women’s underwear can be a challenge, as underwear often needs to balance style, comfort, and allure, with options for different needs and occasions. This guide will showcase the different women’s underwear types to help you make informed choices at checkout.
Brazilian Underwear
Exceptionally chic and effortlessly comfortable, this underwear style sits perfectly between a thong and a brief. Brazilian underwear often has a high-leg cut and is known for its smooth, curve-enhancing fit.
This marriage between coverage and allure makes this underwear style far from ordinary. Seamlessly paired with tailored trousers or work skirts, this women’s underwear style is so comfortable, you’ll forget you’re wearing them.
Sheer Underwear
Sheer underwear and see-through underwear combine elegant cuts and timeless silhouettes with unparalleled comfort. This underwear style blends elegance and allure with transparent fabrics for a sleek, smooth feel.
Silk Underwear
Known for its luxurious feel, silk underwear is smooth, soft, and breathable, making it a comfortable, wearable choice. Silk underwear is often chosen for its softness and its ability to regulate temperature, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer.
Combining silk underwear with vintage styles always results in a refined, polished look.
Seamless Underwear
Seamless underwear refers to bottoms made without visible seams, creating a smooth, sleek fit. This is achieved by using special knitting or moulding techniques, which eliminate stitching or lines that could cause discomfort or show under clothing.
These types of underwear are popular for their comfort and ability to remain invisible under tight or form-fitting clothes. Wear seamless underwear underneath gym leggings, a bodycon dress or a satin skirt, and always feel comfortable.
Lace Underwear
Lace underwear refers to underwear made with delicate, intricate lace - typically made from threads of cotton, silk, or synthetic fibres. Lace underwear is often chosen for its sensual and elegant appearance, offering a feminine and romantic look.
Lace underwear adds a touch of luxury and sophistication, though it may require careful handling to avoid damage to the delicate material.
High-Rise Underwear
High-rise underwear represents a type of underwear with a higher waistband than traditional knickers, briefs or bottoms. The waistband typically sits above the hips, often reaching up toward or just below the belly button. This style is popular for offering more coverage and support around the waist and lower abdomen.
High-rise underwear is favoured for its smooth, comfortable fit under clothing, especially when wearing high-waisted trousers or skirts. It can offer a more streamlined silhouette under bodycon or form-fitting clothing.
Types Of Thongs
Thongs are a style of women’s underwear known for their minimal coverage and distinctive design. They feature a narrow strip of fabric, offering little to no VPL when worn under tight clothing. Thongs are popular for their sleek, barely-there feel, and they come in various materials, from cotton for everyday comfort to lace or satin for a more luxurious touch. Ideal for wearing with form-fitting outfits, thongs provide a smooth, seamless silhouette while offering comfort and freedom of movement.
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Traditional Thongs
A thong typically separates itself from other lingerie bottoms with its narrow bands and minimal coverage. Sitting perfectly between a brazilian & a G-string style, the traditional thong is perfect for those who desire a blend of comfort & allure. To top it all, the traditional thong lends itself underneath form-fitting clothing, offering a sleek silhouette.
G-Strings
A G-string is a type of thong known for its minimal coverage. It features a narrow waistband and a small, thin strip of fabric at the back, leaving the hips and rear mostly exposed.
G-strings are popular for wearing under tight-fitting clothing as they avoid visible lines, offering a sleek and discreet fit.
High-Waisted Thongs
High-waisted thongs feature a higher waistband that sits above the hips, typically at or around the waistline. Like a traditional thong, the back of the underwear consists of a narrow strip of fabric, offering minimal coverage while eliminating visible panty lines.
High-waisted thongs are popular for their balance of comfort, support, and style, offering a retro-inspired look with modern functionality.
Micro Thongs
Micro thongs are an even more minimalist version of the traditional thong. They feature an extremely narrow waistband and a tiny strip of fabric at the back, offering very little coverage. Micro thongs are designed for a barely-there feel, making them ideal for avoiding visible panty lines under tight or form-fitting clothing.
Often made from lightweight materials like lace, cotton, or nylon, these are popular for those seeking the most minimalistic and seamless look.
Types Of Knickers
Knickers generally are full-coverage panties that offer a comfortable and secure fit. Traditionally, knickers are designed to sit at or just above the waist, providing more coverage than styles like thongs or G-strings.
Available in a range of fabrics from everyday cotton to luxurious lace and satin, knickers are perfect for those who prioritise comfort without sacrificing style. Whether you’re relaxing at home or layering them under an evening outfit, they’re versatile, practical, and a wardrobe staple for many.
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Boyshorts
Boyshorts are a style of women’s underwear that provides more coverage than traditional briefs. They have a cut that resembles men's boxer briefs, with a low-rise waistband and a longer leg that typically extends to the upper thigh.
Boyshorts offer a comfortable, full-coverage fit, making them a popular choice for everyday wear or for wearing under dresses and skirts to avoid visible panty lines.
Briefs
Briefs are a type of knickers known for their full coverage and snug fit. They have a waistband that sits at the natural waist, with leg openings that provide coverage around the hips and bum. Briefs offer more support and comfort compared to more minimal styles like thongs.
Briefs come in various styles, from classic to modern designs, and are typically made from materials like cotton, modal, or microfibre. Briefs are often chosen for everyday wear because of their practicality, comfort, and reliability.
Sexy Knickers
Sexy knickers are designed with a focus on allure and style. They’re often made with materials like lace, satin, or sheer fabrics that give them a more intimate and sexy feel. Sexy knickers may feature decorative elements like bows, ribbons, mesh, or intricate patterns to enhance their visual appeal.
They're typically chosen for special occasions, lingerie sets, or when you want to feel confident and sexy.
How To Care For Your Underwear
Properly washing your different types of underwear is essential to maintain their quality, softness, and durability. The Lounge Product Design team recommends always reading the label before washing your garments - taking care to follow the washing instructions will help maintain their quality.
To preserve the luxurious feel and longevity of your women’s underwear, the Lounge Product Team recommends exclusively hand-washing if possible. This gentle method ensures that your underwear maintains its flawless texture and impeccable fit without the risk of damage caused by other washing techniques.
The Lounge Product Team also recommends avoiding tumble-drying altogether, as it can cause stretching, fibre damage, and shrinkage. Instead, the best method is to lay your underwear flat to air-dry, helping it retain its shape and soft texture.
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