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.
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:
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:
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
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.
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:
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:
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.)
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:
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:
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:
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:
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. 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.
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