7 Lingerie Trends for 2023

There’s nothing like slipping into a slinky piece of lingerie to instantly make you feel gorgeous and powerful. Whether you’re dressing up (or down) for a partner or yourself, putting on a luscious lacy confection just feels good. And with this year’s lingerie trends, you can bring that mood outside the bedroom, too.

The trending lingerie looks for 2023 are all about blurring the lines between underwear and outerwear, with see-through layers over high-waisted underwear, bras as tops, and—yes—peek-a-boo thongs.

So while lingerie never really goes out of style (we’re pretty sure no one’s going to object to a babydoll nightie and marabou mules straight out of the swinging ‘60s), the latest lingerie trends let you don your lovely intimates even longer. Let’s get an eyeful of the newest looks that sashayed down the runways for 2023.

#1 The Bras Are Back in Town

All right, they never really went anywhere—but now they’re taking center stage. The bra-as-a-top look is coming back in a big way this spring, to judge from its appearance on spring runways, from Givenchy to Dolce and Gabbana.¹

If you love the lingerie styl,e but you’re not quite ready to go shirtless, here are some fun ways to incorporate the fashion trend into your wardrobe:

#2 High-Waisted Underwear With Sheer Outerwear

We’ve all had a pair of undies that were just too cute to hide under clothes all day. We’ve got great news: It’s time for underwear to have its day in the sun. One of the most popular fashion trends this year is a sheer skirt, slip dress, or tights that give a glimpse of what’s underneath.

To capture the runway look:

• Choose full-coverage briefs – This look is bold enough without adding cheeky briefs. Go for high-waisted, full-coverage underwear (aka granny panties, despite the look being oh-so modern.)

• Add layers – This spring is all about floaty, filmy layers. Top your briefs with transparent materials like a gauzy slip dress, tulle skirt, or semi-opaque black tights.

• Choose the right shoes – Pair your underwear fashion with pretty heels to boost the dainty factor, or sturdy boots for a more hardcore, leather-meets-lace vibe.

#3 Spring For Underwires

Not only are bras making themselves the star of the show, but they’re also totally wired—underwired, that is. The tired sports bra you lived in through lockdown has officially been retired in favor of more structured, padded, cleavage-maximizing underwires.

If you’re ready to try it out, here’s how to choose the right bra for the look:²

• Try balconette and corset-style cups – They’re on-trend and flattering no matter your size. They’ll support you all day long and perk up the girls in delicate lace.

• Mix underwear styling with outerwear fabrics – Show off a statement lingerie piece in an unexpected fabric reserved for outerwear, like denim or leather.

• Add visual accents – Look for pieces that incorporate metal embellishments, buckles, and straps to enhance the underwear-meets-outerwear look.

#4 Get Cheeky With It

Thong lovers, you’ve got something to celebrate: The rise of early-2000s nostalgia brought back the peek-a-boo thong. And thanks to Alexander McQueen, low-rise bottoms are back, too. They’re the perfect pairing when you want to show off a hint of sultry undergarments.³

So feel free to stock up on thongs in every color and style, slip into a pair of low-rise jeans that hits just right, and let those peaches breathe while you show off your gorgeous underwear.

#5 Slips and Nighties as Dresses

Ready for the easiest and breeziest lingerie trend? You’ll love the slips-as-dresses style, which showed up on every runway from Versace to Prada at Milan Fashion Week for Spring 2023.

Here’s how to wear it in your day-to-day:

• Choose a slip or nightie in any length you prefer, from maxi to mini

• Combine it with the covered-up high-waisted underwear trend, and your look will be both up-to-the-minute and comfortable

• For a little more coverage, add a pair of stockings or tights—they’re also right on trend for 2023 and can add texture and warmth to your look

• Add more visual interest in sophisticated layers like a blazer, cardigan, or long scarf

#6 Mix and Match

Layering is key if you want to capture the lingerie trends for 2023. Think a cozy rib-knit sweater over tights à la Kendall Jenner,⁴ or denim outerwear layered over long, fluttering layers of floaty tulle and lace as seen in Blumarine’s line for Spring 2023.⁵

It’s easy to achieve the look for yourself:

• Choose a special piece of lingerie to build your look around – A particularly pretty nightie, slip, or underwire bra with lots of lace and ribbon are all possibilities. Go for a sexy lingerie piece that offers the amount of coverage you feel comfortable in.

• Mix and match textures and lengths – This season’s sustainable lingerie looks are all about combining outer and inner wear in new ways, so mix it up with unexpected combos. Try topping a thigh-skimming slip with a long, flowy jacket or cardigan, or pair a delicate bralette with wide-legged trousers, a heavy belt, and a boxy jacket.

#7 Artful Pasties

One fashion trend that was seen all over the Milan Fashion Week runways was especially bold: Ditching the bra entirely in favor of a set of daintily decorated pasties. Styles included everything from bows to flowers to cartoon characters.²

While this look leans more onto the wild-and-daring side, it’s a chance to bring some personality into your lingerie style. (And perhaps an extra element of surprise to your after-party plans.)

How to Try the Underwear As Outerwear Trend In 2023

While it may seem like a lingerie trend that’s hard to pull off in everyday life (and for people that aren’t built like runway models), lingerie trends can actually be incredibly comfortable. After all, what feels nicer against your skin than a silky chemise or whisper-soft satin cami?

Here’s how to adapt the latest lingerie trends to any lifestyle:

#1 Incorporate Comfort

Just because we’re back to underwire bras and thongs doesn’t mean we’ve given up everything we learned about comfy clothes during the pandemic. Choose to incorporate lingerie that makes you comfortable and stylish, like:

• A sweet slip dress under a snuggly sweater
• A lounge-wear inspired rib-knit bra with a blazer or jacket
• Perfectly broken-in jeans with a gorgeous demi-bra and buttery denim jacket

#2 Show Off What You Love

In 2023, we’re all about letting go of judgments. You can make lingerie trends work for you while showing just as much or as little skin as you prefer—and while highlighting the body parts, you feel most confident about.

Some balancing acts we recommend:

• Silky bottoms, cozy top – If you want to show off your legs but keep your upper body a bit more covered, try the sheer skirt or slip trend topped off with a buttoned blazer over a sweet cami or flattering tee.

• Draped jacket, bra top – Ready to show your tummy but not your tush? Try a knee-length jacket, unbuttoned, over a lacy bralette. You can pair this with trousers or a midi or maxi skirt, whatever you prefer.

#3 It’s All About Balance

The way to wear lingerie out and about—without feeling like all the goods are on display—is by maintaining balance. Balance the proportions of the pieces you put together, and balance how much skin is exposed and where.

Here are some examples of how to do it:

• If you’re wearing a form-fitting corset – Offset the small proportions of barely-there corsetry with roomier layers. Try cinching your corset over a blousy dress shirt with cuffed sleeves, or pair it with a long-lined blazer and wide-legged trousers.

• If you’re wearing a lacy babydoll – Keep the dainty, uber-feminine piece from feeling too frou-frou with a distressed leather jacket and boots, or a menswear-inspired coat and loafers.

Find the Latest Lingerie Trends at Gooseberry

Lingerie trends for 2023 aren’t just for the bedroom. This year, it’s all about freeing ourselves from restrictive clothing rules and letting loose. So go ahead: show off your prettiest intimate apparel by layering them with sheer tops, tights, and slinky slips. You’ll be right on trend whether you’re chilling on the couch or in the club.

Outfit yourself with all the hottest looks in satin and lace from Gooseberry's intimate lingerie collection. Our stylish intimates collection is ready for anything you are—from the bedroom to a night on the town. Because when you’re confident in your skin, the lace is just one intricate detail of the masterpiece.

Sources:

1. Nylon. The latest lingerie-inspired runway trend is wearing bras as shirts. https://www.nylon.com/fashion/bras-as-shirts-fashion-week-spring-2023
2. Vogue. From nipple bows to bum cleavage: 10 underwear trends revealing themselves for the new year. https://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/gallery/underwear-trends-2023
3. Vogue. 29 years later, Alexander McQueen revives this ultra-sexy pants trend. https://www.vogue.com/article/low-rise-pants-trend-alexander-mcqueen
4. Harper’s Bazaar. Style notes: Kendall Jenner wears tights and briefs out in LA. https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/fashion-news/a42047104/kendall-jenner-tights-briefs/
5. Fashionista. Blumarine roughs up the Y2K aesthetic for spring 2023. https://fashionista.com/2022/09/blumarine-spring-2023-review