Lingerie & Foundations

Fleur du Mal

Hydrangea Balconette Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

Hydrangea embroidery and fine double straps give this balconette its botanical delicacy.

Elomi

Matilda Side Support Plunge Bra · Hot Pink

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · A British interpretation in Hot Pink: three-part underwire cups, bead-effect embroidery and a racerback J-hook. 49% polyamide, 35% polyester, 16% elastane. UK sizing; listed bands 32–46, cups DD–K, varying by combination. Consult Elomi’s chart.

FLEUR DU MAL (FLEURDUMAL.COM)

Lily Embroidery Hipster Thong

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EXTRAORDINARY LINGERIE · Black embroidered lilies and a mesh back, to match the Lily bra. Body: 100% polyester; sections: 85% polyamide/15% elastane and 92% silk/8% elastane; gusset: 100% cotton. Listed XS–XL, all five checked available.

Fleur du Mal

Lily Embroidery Plunge Demi Bra · Black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EXTRAORDINARY LINGERIE · Black embroidered lilies on underwire demi cups, with adjustable silk-covered straps. Body: 100% polyester; trim: 85% polyamide, 15% elastane; lining: 92% silk, 8% elastane. Listed bands 30–40, cups A–G; stock varies. Consult the brand’s chart.

PrimaDonna

Deauville Full Cup Bra · Peacock

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Three-part embroidered cups. Body: 55% polyamide, 30% polyester, 10% cotton, 5% elastane. EU cup sizing; consult the retailer fit chart. Listed bands 30–46, cups C–K, varying by combination. Hand wash, line dry.

Aubade

Crazy in Love Single-Wire Triangle Bra · Warm Pink

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EXTRAORDINARY LINGERIE · Warm Pink, with lacquer-effect animal embroidery, a single underwire and gold-tone accents. Embroidery: 65% polyester, 27% polyamide, 8% elastane; cup embroidery: 76% polyester, 24% polyamide; lining: 100% polyester. Listed US bands 32–36, cups B–D; consult Aubade’s size guide.

SIMONE PERELE

Andora Demi T-Shirt Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Oil Blue 3D-spacer underwire demi T-shirt bra with Guipure lace detail and wide-set straps. 79% polyester, 11% elastane, 10% nylon. Made in France. EU sizing; listed bands 30–40, cups B–G, varying by combination. Consult Simone Pérèle’s chart.

COMMANDO

Classic Half Slip Skirt

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SILK SLIP · A technical-fabric alternative in Black: 72% nylon, 28% elastane, with a patented weighted hem. 18.5 inches from waist; constructed in the USA with European microfiber. Listed XS/S–L/XL; consult Commando’s size guide.

Wacoal

Red Carpet Strapless Bra · Black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Foam-lined seamless underwire cups, silicone neckline and side boning; removable convertible straps. Body: 91% nylon, 9% spandex. Listed bands 30–44, cups B–I, varying by combination. Consult Wacoal’s size chart.

Commando

Classic Half Slip with Control Short · Black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SHAPE & SILHOUETTE · Black half slip with an integrated control short and raw-cut edges. 72% nylon, 28% elastane. The brand describes light compression. Listed XS–XL; consult Commando’s size chart. Machine washable.

WACOAL

Understated Cotton Full Brief

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · 84% Supima cotton, 16% spandex, with a cotton gusset and flat waistband and leg elastic. Listed sizes S–3XL; available combinations vary. Consult the retailer size chart.

Aubade

Crazy in Love Tanga · Warm Pink

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EXTRAORDINARY LINGERIE · Warm Pink tanga to pair with the Crazy in Love bra. Lacquer-effect embroidery and hip straps. Front: 76% polyester, 19% polyamide, 5% elastane; back: 65% polyester, 27% polyamide, 8% elastane; seat: 100% cotton. Listed XS–XXL; S, L, XL and XXL available when checked. Consult Aubade’s hip-measurement chart.

HANRO

Indra Stripe Chemise

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SILK SLIP · Dark Malachite matte-and-shiny striped slip in 100% woven viscose jacquard. Adjustable spaghetti straps; slightly longer at the back. This fabric is viscose, not silk. Listed XS–L; stock varies. Consult Hanro’s size chart.

Prima Donna

Madison Seamless Lace Bra · Black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · Black seamless floral lace cups with underwire, jacquard-plaid center and adjustable straps. 57% polyamide, 30% polyester, 13% elastane. EU sizing; listed bands 32–44, cups D–H. Consult PrimaDonna’s fit chart.

Aubade

Crazy in Love High-waist brief Warm Pink · Warm Pink

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EXTRAORDINARY LINGERIE · Warm Pink high-waist brief, with lacquer-effect embroidery and a back cut-out, matching Crazy in Love. Front: 65% polyester, 27% polyamide, 8% elastane; back: 76% polyester, 19% polyamide, 5% elastane; seat: 100% cotton. Listed XS–XXL; only XS available when checked. Consult Aubade’s hip-measurement chart.

HANRO

Ultralight Cotton Knit Chemise

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SILK SLIP · Honeydew lightweight cotton slip, with adjustable straps and a 35-inch length measured in M. Body: 100% mercerized cotton. Made in Portugal. Listed XS–L, with limited color-and-size stock. Consult Hanro’s size chart.

PRIMA DONNA

Madison Side Support Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · Velvet Blue gingham with stretch Leavers lace and three-part unlined underwire cups. 80% polyamide, 20% elastane. EU sizing; listed bands 32–46, cups C–I, varying by combination. Consult PrimaDonna’s fit chart.

Aubade

Éloge du Désir Underwired Triangle Bra · Deep Berry

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · Deep Berry underwired triangle bra with French embroidery, graphic back straps and gold-tone twisted rings. Embroidery: 85% polyester, 15% polyamide; lining: 100% polyester; middle lining: 100% polyamide; knit: 82% polyamide, 18% elastane. Listed US bands 30–40, cups B–G; combinations vary. Consult Aubade’s size chart.

DOMINIQUE

Brianna Low Back Strapless Longline Bridal Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE CORSET & BODICE · Black low-back underwire foundation with bodice boning, lined seamed cups and a ten-row hook-and-eye closure. 69% nylon, 31% spandex. Listed bands 30–48, cups B–G; stock varies. Consult the retailer size chart.

DOMINIQUE (DOMINIQUEAPPAREL.COM)

Juliette Strapless Corset

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE CORSET & BODICE · Black satin longline foundation with boning, foam-lined seamed cups, removable garters and a 13-row hook-and-eye closure. Body: 100% polyester; back: 69% nylon, 31% spandex. Listed bands 30–52, cups A–G; combinations vary. Consult the brand’s fit chart.

VA BIEN

Enchanté Plunge Basque Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE CORSET & BODICE · Black convertible plunge longline bra with boned foam cups. Cups: 100% polyester; inner cup: 100% polyurethane; lace: 81% nylon, 19% spandex; lining: 100% nylon; frame: 70% nylon, 30% spandex. Limited stock checked in 36D. Consult the retailer fit chart.

Bare

The Invisible Slip Short · Black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SHAPE & SILHOUETTE · Black slip shorts for layering under skirts and dresses. 73% polyamide, 27% elastane, with a cotton gusset. Listed S–3XL; stock varies. Consult the retailer size chart.

HANRO

Cotton Seamless Camisole

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SILK SLIP · A cotton layering alternative in Stormy Rose: 100% mercerized cotton body, satin neckline trim and adjustable straps. Made in Portugal. 26.5 inches long in M; listed XS–XL. Consult Hanro’s size chart.

BARE NECESSITIES

The Easy Everyday Cotton Brief

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Skyway full brief in 93% cotton, 7% elastane, with flat leg elastic. Listed XS–3XL; stock varies. An affordable cotton foundation; consult the retailer size chart.

PANACHE

Envy Side Support Balconette Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Black Rose, with four-part unlined cups, side slings, stretch lace upper cups and tonal houndstooth. 88% polyamide, 12% elastane. UK sizing; listed bands 28–40, cups D–K. Consult Panache’s chart.

CHANTELLE

Norah Seamless Comfort Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Hyacinth underwire bra with seamless double-layer cups and inner seams. 78% nylon, 22% elastane. Made in France. Listed bands 30–42, cups B–J; combinations vary. EU cup sizing; consult Chantelle’s chart.

CHANTELLE

Softstretch Full Brief

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Raspberry seamless full brief. 80% polyamide, 20% elastane, with a cotton gusset. The brand lists one size for S–XL; consult its fit chart.

Fleur du Mal

Back Seam Thigh High Stocking · black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE HOSIERY CABINET · Black matte 20-denier thigh-high stockings with back seam and heel detail. 85% nylon, 15% elastane. Listed XS–L, all four checked available. Style with a garter belt; consult the brand’s size chart.

FLEUR DU MAL

Luxe Triangle Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · Black silk-satin triangle bra. 92% silk, 8% elastane. Adjustable straps and a back hook closure. Listed XS–XL, with limited stock. The brand says it runs small and suggests sizing up for more coverage.

Aubade

Rosessence Comfort bralette Black · Black

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · Black floral lace in a wireless longline silhouette with an open back. Lace: 82% polyamide, 18% elastane; cup lace: 84% polyamide, 16% elastane; lining: 77% polyamide, 23% elastane. Listed XS–XXL; some sizes unavailable. Use Aubade’s band-and-cup bralette chart.

FLEUR DU MAL

Sheer Thigh High Stocking

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE HOSIERY CABINET · Black matte 10-denier thigh-high stockings. 85% nylon, 15% elastane. Requires a garter belt; these are not hold-ups. Listed XS–L, all four checked available. Consult the brand’s size chart.

SPANX (SPANX.COM)

Suit Your Fancy 5 Way Convertible Bodysuit

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SHAPE & SILHOUETTE · Cafe Au Lait, with a low back, foam-lined plunge cups and five-way convertible straps. Body: 51% elastane, 49% nylon. Listed XS–XL; stock varies. Consult Spanx’s size chart.

FLEUR DU MAL

Sheer Tulle Demi Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Petal stretch Italian tulle cups and lace trim. Body: 84% polyamide, 16% elastane; lace: 81% polyamide, 19% elastane. Listed bands 30–40, cups B–G; available combinations vary. Consult Fleur du Mal’s chart.

SPANX (SPANX.COM)

Oncore Firm Control High Waist Thigh Shaper

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SHAPE & SILHOUETTE · Soft Nude. 80% nylon, 20% spandex, with bonded panels, laser-cut edges and a double gusset opening. This linked variant is 2X/Petite; the retailer specifies petite for heights under 5 ft 4 in. Use the Spanx size chart and choose the appropriate length.

FLEUR DU MAL

Le Stretch Lace Demi Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Black four-way stretch lace underwire demi bra. Body: 37% nylon, 29% recycled nylon, 34% spandex; contrasting sections: 95% silk, 5% elastane. Listed bands 30–40, cups A–G, with combinations varying. Consult the brand’s size chart.

CHANTELLE

Hedona Minimizer Shaping Bodysuit

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SHAPE & SILHOUETTE · Nude underwire bodysuit with powernet panels and a hook-and-eye gusset. Body: 57% nylon, 43% elastane; tulle: 69% nylon, 31% elastane. Limited stock checked; consult the retailer’s bra-size chart.

FLEUR DU MAL

Short Cowl Neck Slip

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE SILK SLIP · Black bias-cut silk charmeuse with a cowl neckline and an above-knee hem. 100% silk. Listed XS–L, all four sizes checked available. Dry clean only; consult Fleur du Mal’s size chart.

WOLFORD

Infinite Rose Net Tights

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE HOSIERY CABINET · Black floral warp-knit net with a scalloped waistband. 83% polyamide, 17% elastane. Available sizes checked: XS, S and M. Consult Wolford’s sizing chart.

WOLFORD

Twenties Econyl Fishnet Tights

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE HOSIERY CABINET · Black fine fishnet with a seamless knitted waistband. 82% polyamide, 18% elastane; the retailer identifies recycled Econyl yarn. Listed XS–L; consult Wolford’s sizing chart.

HANKY PANKY

Supima Cotton Original Rise Thong

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Dove Grey. Body: 96% Supima cotton, 4% spandex; lace trim: 90% nylon, 10% spandex. One size is listed for dress sizes 4–14; consult the retailer fit guide.

WOLFORD

Individual 10 Back Seam Tights

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE HOSIERY CABINET · Black, sheer 10-denier tights with a knitted back seam and cotton gusset. 82% nylon, 18% elastane. Listed XS–L; consult Wolford’s height-and-weight chart.

FREYA

Fancies Longline Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE CORSET & BODICE · Black lace longline bra with seamed foam cups and a five-row closure. 78% nylon, 22% elastane. UK cup sizing; listed bands 28–38, cups B–H, varying by combination. This is a longline bra, not a corset. Consult Freya’s fit chart.

WOLFORD

Velvet De Luxe 66 Denier Comfort Tights

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE HOSIERY CABINET · Black, opaque matte 66-denier tights. 94% polyamide, 6% elastane, with a cotton-panel gusset. Made in Austria. Listed XS–2XL; use Wolford’s height-and-weight chart.

CHANTELLE

Norah Travel Wire-Free Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE EVERYDAY FOUNDATION · Fatal Violet. Wireless double-layer cups with side boning. Body: 72% polyamide, 28% elastane; lace: 87.5% polyamide, 12.5% elastane; lining: 100% polyester. Listed bands 30–40, cups C–H; combinations vary. Consult Chantelle’s size chart.

PANACHE

Allure Brief

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · Plum lace brief to pair with the Allure bra. 80% polyamide, 10% elastane, 10% cotton. Keyhole back with ring detail. Consult the retailer size chart.

PANACHE

Allure Full Cup Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

THE FRENCH LINGERIE CABINET · A British lace interpretation: seamed mesh lower cups, semi-sheer upper cups and an inner side sling. 93% polyamide, 7% elastane. UK sizing; listed bands 30–40, cups DD–J, varying by combination. Consult Panache’s fit chart.

SIMONE PÉRÈLE

Eugénie Full Cup Plunge Bra

WHY IT MADE THE EDIT

SIMONE PÉRÈLE | Eugénie Full Cup Plunge Bra