This Pretty (But Basic) Underwear Trend Never Fails to Make Me Feel Fancy
Let's talk lingerie trends. Currently on deck for 2021 are a few fresh styles I'm personally excited about, such as boy shorts and boxers. But if classic staples are more your speed or you're just curious about the lingerie items that will stand the test of time, look no further than lace pieces. Lace lingerie, specifically lace underwear, is one of those items I'm convinced will never go "out" no matter how many trend reports may come and go. It's more of a basic, but a delightful and delicate basic at that.
Right now, I'm all about updating those "special basics" throughout my closet. I have my eye on a number of pretty lace pieces that I think will make great additions to my top drawer. The only hitch is that there are a dizzying number of options out there. Search "lace underwear" into any retailer's search bar, and I guarantee you'll be flooded with a ton of hits, so I'm streamlining the process and highlighting the prettiest pieces in every underwear type, from thongs to briefs to boy shorts. Scroll down to shop the best lace underwear in every category.
Thongs
Hanky Panky's signature thong comes in a ton of color options, but you can't go wrong with beige.
Boy Shorts
I've always overlooked boy shorts in the past, but these pretty options have my attention.
Yep, you need the matching bralette, too.
High-Waisted
With the matching bra, this set is a total vibe.
Bikini Briefs
There's lace, and then there's scalloped lace.
This red is so striking.
High-Cut
Underwear Sets
This is just one of the many stylish sets to be found on ASOS.
PSA: Zara has some of the prettiest lace sets right now.
Shop the matching Lace Thong ($36).
See what I mean?
Shop the matching Lace Panties ($40).
Next up, shop the best lingerie brands, period.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.