Picking The Perfect Lingerie For Every Outfit

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We might not think it but lingerie makes up a big part of any outfit. It doesn’t take up much space in our underwear drawer, but lingerie can massively impact your day. That’s why at Pour Moi we believe that tailoring your lingerie based on your outfit will ensure that you feel comfortable, supported and looking fabulous of course. From coordinating the colour of your lingerie to your outfit to choosing a bra that supports your neckline or style of top, we’ve got you covered. Our guide below will help you pick the perfect lingerie set for every outfit.

FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT

First things first, finding lingerie that fits your shape perfectly will ensure maximum comfort and support under any outfit. We’ve all had it where we’re trying to get on with our day but that pesky ill-fitting bra with loose straps and poorly supported cups is at the forefront of our mind. Making us feel uncomfortable, unsupported and in some cases irritable! That’s why it’s so important to have a good fitting bra. If you are in need of a new supportive bra or just want to know your size, why not book a virtual bra fitting with Pour Moi. If you're keen to know what bra styles will best support your boob shape, check out our dedicated blog. Or keep up to date with bra fitting tips and guides. Once you’ve found your perfect fit, you can then explore different lingerie styles to suit your outfit. So, let’s get into it!

WHAT LINGERIE TO WEAR UNDER WHITE CLOTHES

When wearing a white outfit your first instinct might be to grab a white bra. Stop there! Unless you want your bra to show under outfit, opt for a neutral bra that will suit your skin tone. The closer the bra is to your skin tone the less likely it is to be seen under your outfit. If you love a white skirt or white jeans, follow the same rule. Opt for a pair of knickers closer to your skin tone. You’ll find all our bestselling neutral bras such as the New Romance Non-Padded Underwired Full Cup Bra, St Tropez Full Cup Bra and Effortless Non-Padded Underwired Minimiser Bra in different hues and supportive features so you can find your perfect fit based on your shape, size and personal taste.

WHAT LINGERIE TO WEAR UNDER COLOURFUL CLOTHES

Unlike the above if you can match your lingerie to the colour of your clothing then you won’t experience any lingerie mishaps. Don’t worry if you can’t get the correct shade bra, a similar coloured bra will ensure an undetectable look. But what do you do if you don’t have a bra in the same colour? Follow this easy rule. If you are wearing a light-coloured top, opt for a lightly coloured or pastel bra to match the shade. Similarly, if you’re wearing a dark blue top but don’t have a dark blue bra, opt for a darker coloured bra.

WHAT LINGERIE TO WEAR UNDER A T-SHIRT

There’s a reason why it’s called a t-shirt bra because it works effortlessly under your t-shirts. This style of bra creates a natural and smooth shape underneath your clothing. An essential for every lingerie collection, t-shirt bras are versatile, comfortable and suitable for everyday wear. With a beautiful colour palette, we have a t-shirt bra to match every outfit. For a black t-shirt opt for the St Tropez Full Coverage Memory Foam T-Shirt Bra in black. If you plan to wear a white t-shirt go for the Effortless Super Soft Space T-Shirt Bra in toffee or the Flora Plunge Push-Up T-Shirt Bra in sand. If you’re a lover of colour the St Tropez Full Coverage Memory Foam T-Shirt Bra in navy will look fabulous.

WHAT LINGERIE TO WEAR FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION

If you’ve a special occasion coming up, you probably want to ensure you achieve a smooth look under your dress. For an effortlessly smooth look, you’ll want to try our collection of shapewear. Our inclusive collection of shapewear includes a range of styles to suit all your outfit needs. From the Definitions Strapless Bra to wear under a strappy top or strapless dress to the Superfit Full Cup Tummy Control Bodyshaper and St Tropez Underwired Bodyshaper to wear under a flattering bodycon dress. We even have a range of supportive and comfortable knickers such as the Hourglass Firm Control Thong or Hourglass Firm Control High-Waist Brief to wear under a figure-hugging skirt or dress, with no visible panty lines (VPL) in site.

If shapewear isn’t your thing, there are still plenty of bras to wear for a special occasion. If you’re planning on wearing a dress or top with a deep neckline, it is ideal to wear a plunge bra. Perfect for parties and special occasions, plunge bras are made for low-cup tops and deep V-necklines. Of course, we had to mention multiway bras and strapless bras in our list of lingerie for a special occasion. Not only do they work under strapless clothing, or clothing with awkward necklines or straps, but many feature straps that can be removed and re-attached in multiple ways. If you’re looking for more lingerie styles to wear for a special occasion, check out our dedicated blog.

WHAT LINGERIE TO WEAR UNDER STRAPLESS CLOTHING

If you have any strapless or asymmetrical necklines, then a strapless bra or multiway bra will support all your needs. With close fits ensuring they won’t ever slip down and design features for extra support, there’s a strapless bra or multiway bra for every occasion at Pour Moi. Create a smooth silhouette with the Definitions Lightly Padded Multiway Strapless Bra. Featuring soft, moulded cups and underwiring for extra support, this must-have bra is the ultimate in versatility with adjustable, multiway straps. If you are looking for a strapless bra that also offer an added boost, then you’ll want to try the Definitions Push-Up Strapless Bra. For a beautiful all-over lace look that can be worn on its own with clothing, opt for the Swoon Broderie Strapless Longline Bra.

Strapless bras are ideal if the special occasion calls for a strapless or plunge neckline. If that special occasion is your wedding day, then we have plenty of strapless styles to suit all your needs. The Divine Strapless Bra is a fantastic addition to your lingerie wardrobe and there are removable straps to give you even more options. Underwired and with removable, adjustable lace detail straps this gorgeous bra creates a smooth and seamless finish under any dress. For more inspiration for your big day take a look at our bridal lingerie range. From gorgeous white styles and garters to strapless bras, our bridal lingerie makes the perfect canvas for your dress. To get the low down on when you should be buying your bridal lingerie to what styles you should be wearing based on the dress check out our ultimate bridal lingerie guide.

WHAT LINGERIE TO WEAR UNDER AN AWKWARD NECKLINE

Similar to strapless or asymmetrical necklines, if you have a top or dress with an awkward neckline, a strapless bra or multiway bra will provide you with all the support you need. If you prefer not to wear a strapless bra or multiway bra than a plunge bra will also work wonders. With angled cups that come up low at the centre this makes plunge bras the perfect accompaniment with your low-cut or deep V-neck top or dress. The Rebel Padded Plunge Bra is a fabulous choice, with its super soft textured lace and removable pads for you to pick whether you want and added boost or not. Another bestselling plunge bra the New Romance Padded Push-Up Plunge Bra will ensure that you will also have the perfect neckline. Another versatile bra to banish any awkward necklines is a racerback bra. Allowing you to wear a racerback style top or dress without showing your bra straps. Giving you all the support, you’ll ever need, you’ll even find racerback sports bras in our collection that will never get in the way of your workout.

WHAT TO WEAR UNDER SPORTSWEAR

On the topic of sports bras, it’s important to choose a bra based-on the activity you’ll be doing to get maximum support. Our sports bras offer three different levels of support: low, medium, and high impact. Mainly based on the type of exercise you do, the type of sports bra you need can also depend on your cup size. If you have bigger boobs, it might be best to opt for medium and high support sports bra, as your bust will naturally move more and therefore needs extra hold. Let’s get into the levels of support a bit more!

Take your workout up a level with high impact sports bras such as the Energy Empower U/W Lightly Padded Convertible Sports Bra that was voted best in test by Women’s Running Magazine. Designed for activities that involve a lot of movement, our high impact sports bras keep your boobs secure and in place. Our medium support sports bras such as the Energy React Mesh Insert Crop Top still provide you with a good level of support, however, is designed for lighter impact activities such as cycling, hiking and strength training. This type of sports bras is ideal for both smaller and larger boobs, so all our Pour Moi babes can wear this style. Our light support sports bras such as the Energy Logo Elastic Yoga Crop Top are ideal for gentler activities and are a great option for those with smaller breast sizes. Low-impact exercises like Pilates, yoga or walking involve less movement and less direct force on the body. For this reason, a less supportive sports bra is suitable.

Whether it’s a lingerie haul or you’re shopping for one particular style, outfit or occasion it’s always important to remember that comfort is key! To find out more about the lingerie essentials to have in your underwear drawer, check out our dedicated blog.