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10 Best Lingerie Essentials for Workwear
The perfect pair of trousers and a crisp white shirt is the first thing that comes to mind when we think of workwear, but we often ignore the lingerie we wear under. If you think your regular undergarments are good to wear under formal clothes, think again.
Why do you need separate lingerie for work?
When in the office, you need to look presentable and professional around the clock. Everyday bras can leave an uneven finish under your work clothes. For example, brightly coloured lingerie, which would be fine otherwise, isn’t appropriate at the office.
void embarrassment or wardrobe malfunctions
Some bra types can cause spillage or be too uncomfortable to wear around the clock. Panty lines are also a big no in professional settings and can cause awkward encounters at the workplace.
To help you avoid such situations, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 lingerie items that are perfect to wear under formal wear.
What’s in this list? (Jump to)
- Padded Bra
- Full Coverage Bra
- Push-up Bra
- Spacer Cup Bra
- Nude Bra
- Nude Panties
- Seamless Panties
- Thongs
- Boyshorts
- Tummy Tucker
A Padded Bra
A padded bra can help you escape the embarrassment in freezing conference rooms. Wearing bras with proper padding can help you camouflage the headlight effect during winter and give a seamless, smooth finish under your office outfits.
Here’s one of Clovia’s best-selling padded bras that you can buy now–
This sleek design provides a seamless finish without being too bulky. The demi-padded cups give a seamless appearance to your office clothes. Padded bras are ideal for wearing under office dresses, formal tops, and linen shirts.
[Also Read: 4 Tips to Shop the Perfect Padded Bra]
2. Full Coverage Bra
Officewear has a few general rules when it comes to dress code. no deep necklines, no backless outfits, or flashy outerwear. A full-coverage bra works best with such outfits. With a high centre gore and full cups, full coverage bras can keep you at ease at a 9-5 job.
Check out this top-rated full-coverage bra from Clovia’s wide range of full coverage bras.
The fuller cups leave no room for spillage and provide great coverage. The high centre gore keeps your bust supported, while the non-wired design gives you a comfortable, no-poke experience. Full-coverage bras are best worn under high-neck tops, turtlenecks, and button-ups. Get yours today!
3. Push-up Bra
If you want to have an hourglass figure even at the office, then you should opt for a push-up bra. This type of bra gives you a gentle lift and the appearance of a voluminous figure. Push-up bras look the best under work dresses and v-neck tops. If you’d like to wear a push-up bra with a formal shirt, make sure to either size up or choose a shirt with an extra bust button to avoid gaping at the fullest part of the bust.
Also Read: What Is Push Up Bra?
Check out Clovia’s push-up bra collection here!
4. Spacer Cup Bra
If you prefer a lightweight bra over padded ones, spacer cups are a must-have. These bras are crafted with a thicker, 3-way weave and give the appearance of padded bras. These bras also provide optimum list and coverage while being extremely comfortable under daily officewear.
Shop Clovia’s Spacer Bra Collection
5. Nude Bra
Nude bras are a must have to wear under formal outfits, because they provide a seamless, no-show appearance. Check out one of Clovia’s nude bras below!
This bra camouflages seamlessly into indian skintones, making it perfect to wear under white button-down shirts or tops with sheer panels. Get one today!
6. Nude Panties
Nude colour panties are perfect to wear under light coloured bottoms, especially those in delicate fabrics like cotton. Nude-coloured underwear makes any work outfit squat proof.
Shop from Clovia’s wide selection of nude panties here.
7. Seamless Panties
Because tailored trousers and pencil skirts are workwear staples that are fitted around your hips, seamless panties are most suitable to wear under pants, leggings, and pencil skirts. This will help prevent panty lines.
8. Thongs
Thongs are a great way of ensuring no panty lines. Thongs offer minimal coverage, but leave no scope for panty lines. They ensure clean lines and a seamless finish under tight-fitting officewear.
Clovia offers a wide range of thongs check out our collection here.
9. Boyshorts
Boyshorts offer maximum coverage, and are perfect to wear under flowy skirts and dresses at the office. An underrated type of panty, boyshorts prevent wardrobe malfunctions when wearing skirts to the office.
Shop Clovia’s boyshort collection today!
10. Tummy Tucker
Last, but certainly not the least, a tummy tucker is a workwear essential. It sculpts your waist, back and tummy and boosts your confidence. This gives you an hourglass shape without restricting you too much. Tummy tuckers are ideal to wear under work dresses or to office parties to give you a seamless look.
You can browse Clovia’s tummy tucker collection here!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear shapewear or tummy tucker under my office outfit?
Yes! You can wear tummy tuckers with officewear to give your clothes a seamless appearance and make sure that your outfit has clean lines.
What kind of panties are most comfortable for long work hours?
If you typically work long hours, opt for panties made out of breathable fabrics in designs that offer full coverage and don’t ride up.
How do I prevent visible bra lines or straps under office clothes?
You can prevent bra lines under office clothes by wearing bras that match your skin-tone. Opt for seamless bras to prevent bra-lines in tight-fitting clothes.
Which lingerie colors work best under white or light-colored shirts?
Skin coloured lingerie works best under light coloured outfits or delicate, sheer fabrics. Buy a nude bra from Clovia’s collection today!
What is the best fabric for everyday work lingerie?
Cotton or cotton blend fabrics are the most comfortable for everyday work lingerie.
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