Bustiers

Do you wear a bustier with a thong or with suspenders?

• With a thong The Underwire bustier with string by Daring Intimates has underwired cups and a matching thong.
• With suspenders The Underwire CamiGarter by Daring Intimates has suspender straps for clipping on sexy stockings.
• Corset look The Corset And Thong sets CO102 and CO103 by Kotek pair a corset-style bodice with a thong.
• The complete look Add the thong, stockings and perhaps high heels, and you have a full outfit. Choose stockings in the same shade as the bustier, so the suspender straps form one unbroken line from waist to thigh.

If you really want to cinch in your waist, you’ll need one of our corsets instead. Which of the two suits your evening is explained in corset or bustier.

What does the underwire do in a bustier?

The underwire in a bustier lifts and supports your breasts, giving you a lovely rounded bust without a separate bra underneath. Because the bodice runs down to the waist, the weight doesn’t rest on the shoulder straps alone but on the band at the bottom as well. That keeps the cups in place even with a larger cup size, whether you’re moving or lying down. All the bustiers in this range have an underwire or a corset shape. They’re made from polyamide or polyester with elastane, so they fit closely yet still move with you.

Can you wear a lace bustier as a top?

Yes, a lace bustier top looks great as a visible piece, for example under an open blazer, with high-waisted trousers or with a skirt. That way, lingerie becomes part of your outfit for a night out. Choose a style with lined cups, because unlined lace shows more in daylight than it does in the bedroom. On a bustier with suspenders, remove the straps or tuck them under the waistband of your trousers or skirt. For a glossy look, take a look at our latex lingerie.

How should bustier lingerie fit, and how do you wash it?

A bustier needs to fit snugly to stay in place, so compare your bust, waist and hip measurements with the size chart on the product page. The band should close firmly without pinching. Fasten the hooks on the loosest row at first, because fabric with elastane stretches a little after a few wears, and then you can tighten it. If your breasts spill over the top, the cup is too small, and if the edge of the cup gapes, it’s too big. The underwire should lie flat against your breastbone and never dig into your armpit.

Hand wash a bustier in lukewarm water and dry it flat, so the wires and lace keep their shape. You’ll also find lace bustiers in our lace lingerie, and leather-look styles in the leather lingerie. Prefer something looser than a fitted bodice? Babydolls and sets are in our women’s lingerie.

Frequently asked questions about bustier lingerie