Women's Underwear Shopping Guide

Tips for buying women’s underwear

Fit is the most important aspect of underwear. Fit makes the difference between comfort and panty-lines.

The waistband should lay flat on your stomach. It should n not get folded over or curled (meaning- go up a size).

There should be no excess fabric at the sides in the crotch area. Sagging fabric at the crotch is an indicator that you need to go for a smaller size.

Women’s underwear is available in a variety of materials and styles. Cottons are quite cool and will also allow your body to breathe. Some say that this breathability is important for preventing infections. Silks and satinscan become uncomfortable when worn while doing activities .

Eradicate all panty lines. Consider a thong, underwear that ends on the thigh or pantyhose with built in underwear.

Follow manufacturers instructions for care of your underwear. It will extend wearability.

Do an inventory of your underwear. Throw out all undergarments that are raggedy, don’t fit anymore, or are just not wearable any longer.

Basic Lingerie Terms -

Bustier - A bustier is a sleeveless, strapless top that supports the breast.

Corset - Like a bustier, but with strings laced through the back, designed to lift the breasts and shrink the waist.

Garter Belt - A garter belt goes around the waist and has four hanging clips that attach to stockings or pantyhose and hold them up.

Negligee - A Negligee is a loose garment often worn to bed.

Panties - Panties are underpants.


SIZE/TALLAS S/5 M/6 L/7 XL/8
Bust 34-35″ 36-37″ 38-39″ 40-41″
Waist 25-26″ 27-28″ 29-30″ 31-32″
Hip 35-36″ 37-38″ 39-40″ 41-42″

Source- GodivaChronicles.com