When you wear a provocative Chantilly Lace Negligee do wonder if there's another Damsel in Distress wearing the same undergarment in Chantilly, France? (That's where the hand-made bobbin lace was created back in the 17th century). Although many of us don't know much about the origins of the delicate fabrics that make up our intimate sleepwear -- it's not acceptable to not know the difference between a babydoll and a teddy, or even worse...know how to tell a basque from a bodice.
So in order to avoid any further corset confusion or cami commotion, here is your guide to Lingerie Lingo!
But beware -- this might make it too easy for you to know just exactly what you want -- when you shop for nighties. And if you plan to do so online, check out www.nancymeyer.com and www.1sexynight.com. If your'e going for a more rockabilly look, you can visit the very au courant website of our pretty pin-up and cheesecake model friend (pictured above): www.berniedexter.com
Babydoll: A sleeveless, loose fitting top or a bra with an attached loose-fitting skirt, made of sheer fabric, that comes down anywhere between the navel and hips.
Basque: A bodice that is closely fitted by seaming, from the shoulder to the waist, with or without a short, skirt-like continuation. A combination of the bra and garter belt, and which may provide shaping of the waist. Some styles include the merry widow, corselette, tosolette, and waist cincher.
Bodice: The fitted part of a dress that extends from the waist to the shoulder. Can also be a woman's wide, sleeveless laced outer garment, worn over a blouse, usually low-cut.
Bralette: An unlined, soft cup bra, which resembles a crop top. Best for small chested women, which may be paired with your favorite bottom for sleepwear.
Brazilian Back: A panty style that covers more of the "bottom" than a thong, but less than a traditional full back panty.
Camisole: A woman's sleeveless undergarment, now usually worn under a blouse.
Catsuit: A full body stocking, generally made of stretch material. Made popular in the 1960's.
Basque: A bodice that is closely fitted by seaming, from the shoulder to the waist, with or without a short, skirt-like continuation. A combination of the bra and garter belt, and which may provide shaping of the waist. Some styles include the merry widow, corselette, tosolette, and waist cincher.
Bodice: The fitted part of a dress that extends from the waist to the shoulder. Can also be a woman's wide, sleeveless laced outer garment, worn over a blouse, usually low-cut.
Bralette: An unlined, soft cup bra, which resembles a crop top. Best for small chested women, which may be paired with your favorite bottom for sleepwear.
Brazilian Back: A panty style that covers more of the "bottom" than a thong, but less than a traditional full back panty.
Camisole: A woman's sleeveless undergarment, now usually worn under a blouse.
Catsuit: A full body stocking, generally made of stretch material. Made popular in the 1960's.
Chemise: The first undergarment ever worn by women. Originally designed to protect the clothing from sweat and bodily oils and later used for sleepwear. It's a loose-hanging short slip that has no waistline. Still worn for bedtime or as a lining under clothes.
Chantilly Lace: A floral pattern, sewn with thread and ribbon, on a net backround. It's named after the northern French town of Chantilly.
Charmeuse: A satin finished silk fabric.
Chenille: Fuzzy fabric, with a "caterpillar" appearance.
Negligee: A nightgown or undergarment made of thin, soft fabric. The term literally translates to "neglected" (French). Was created in the 18th Century to mimic women's satin single-layer evening dresses of the period to be worn in the bedroom.
Teddy: Combination of camisole and panties in one piece. May be loose or fitted. A variety of styles include: body briefer - a fitted teddy which may also provide smoothing and shaping or teddiette - a teddy with detachable garters.
Chantilly Lace: A floral pattern, sewn with thread and ribbon, on a net backround. It's named after the northern French town of Chantilly.
Charmeuse: A satin finished silk fabric.
Chenille: Fuzzy fabric, with a "caterpillar" appearance.
Negligee: A nightgown or undergarment made of thin, soft fabric. The term literally translates to "neglected" (French). Was created in the 18th Century to mimic women's satin single-layer evening dresses of the period to be worn in the bedroom.
Teddy: Combination of camisole and panties in one piece. May be loose or fitted. A variety of styles include: body briefer - a fitted teddy which may also provide smoothing and shaping or teddiette - a teddy with detachable garters.
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