You don’t have to sacrifice sexy style to get full support and smooth lines.
Lovely Lingerie
We know lacy, pretty lingerie with subtle details and pops of color makes you feel like a million bucks – even if no one sees it. But dealing with falling straps, uncomfortable underwire, and itchy fabric can be a pain – so we've put together some of the sexiest underthings that are comfortable, supportive, and flatter your figure.
Give Up Your Ultra-low Thong
Get this tummy-flattening style. Hanky Panky, $23
Say No to Thongs
Also try: Victoria's Secret Lacy Hiphugger, $16; Victoria Secret stores nationwide.
Give Up Your Plain Nude Bra
Get a sheer girly lace number. Wacoal, $36
Give Up Your Granny Panties
Get cute pastel boy shorts. Barely There, two for $18
Add a Little Embellishment
Try: Gap Supersoft button detail cotton hipster, $12.50; Available at GapBody stores and (800) Gap-Style
Give Up Your Cami
Get a bra with a built-in peek-a-boo lace panel. Soma, $42
Feel Pretty with Lace
Also try: OnGossamer Biscayne Lace V-Plunge, $55
Throw Away Your Ugly Jumbo Bra
Get one with sweet details and full support. Fayreform, $68
Look for Pretty Details
Try: Panache Tango Spirit balconette bra, $68; breakoutbras.com
Give Color a Try
Try: Fruit of the Loom, Fresh collection, $10; Walmart stores and Walmart.com
Toss Your Hide-me Shapewear
Get something you'll want to show off. Donna Karan intimates, $68
Dress Up Your Shapewear
Try: Dr Rey Snake Brief, $30; Sears
Give Up Your Lumpy Padded Bra
Get this smooth operator. Maidenform, $34
Go Wireless
Try: Warners Elements of Bliss Print Wire-Free Contour bra, $30; Kohl's stores and kohls.com
Give Up Your Boring Tighty-Whities
Get a pretty jolt of color. Target, $4
Free Yourself from Seams
Try: Jockey Naturals Seamfree Bikini, $9.50 or 3 for $24, jockey.com
Give Stockings a Shot
Try: Calvin Klein, Calvinklein.com for stores and prices.
Go Strapless without Mishaps
Strapless bras, while usually uncomfortable and annoying, are sometimes a necessity. Here's our pick for the best: Lilyette Strapless Underwire convertible minizer bra $32. barenecessities.com