5 New Lingerie Trends to Try in 2021

last updated 1 May 2021

For some women, lingerie is used only for special occasions, tucked away in the back of a drawer somewhere, and definitely not invested in on a regular basis. Bring this up with Journelle's former CEO, Lyn Lewis, and prepare for a lecture on how this mentality is oh so wrong. In her expert opinion, lingerie should be treated like any other fashion item, especially considering you do wear lingerie every day. (Yes, even the pretty, sheer lace kind.)

Just as it is with ready-to-wear fashion, there are trends that come and go within the lingerie market, and Lewis was so generous as to share her breadth of knowledge in the world of all things delicate and pretty with us here. Whether you're still too timid to wear this kind of lingerie on a regular basis or are on the hunt for the next best piece to fill your negligee collection, we suggest you pay attention to the hottest trends in lingerie, according to Lewis. Ready to be wowed by the next best thing you'll wear underneath it all?

Scroll on to shop the biggest trends in lingerie right now.

Peekaboo Bottoms

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"The ouvert peekaboo bottoms are really popular. Customers love the element of playful surprise."

Lonely

Lulu High Waist Brief Deep Olive

Hanky Panky

Open Gusset Hipster Panties

Lasette

Strapped in Thong Luxe

Tattoo Print

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"Women nowadays want lingerie basics that don't look boring. We've noticed a trend in 'tattoo-effect' lingerie that leaves just enough to the imagination. The trend works on all skin tones, too."

Bluebella

Emerson Open Underwire Bra

Lonely

Etta Underwire Bra Black

Bluebella

Emerson Thong

Bodysuits

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"Bodysuits have become a staple in women's lingerie wardrobes, and for good reason. With one piece, you can achieve many different looks. While this category has been growing steadily for the last few years, we are starting to see some especially luxe pieces in the market. We even have some hand-beaded pieces."

Bluebella

Natalia Bodysuit

Oh La La Cheri

Lyla Embroidered Lace Teddy

Fleur Du Mal

Charlotte Thong Bodysuit

Harness

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"We always encourage women to explore and try new products and categories. A harness can be for the bedroom or can double up as an accessory under a tank or low top."

Thistle & Spire

Kane Garter Belt With Removable Choker Harness

Kiki De Montparnasse

Voyeur Welcome Home Bra

Hauty

Choker Teddy With Garter Straps

Velvet

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"Velvet is in this season. We've noticed a lot of velvet detailing in rompers, teddies, and bra outlines. The fabric makes you want to touch, which is totally in line with lingerie."

Fleur Du Mal

Lily Velvet and Satin-Trimmed Embroidered Stretch-Tulle Underwired Bra

Lonely

Sinners Robe Black Velvet

Baserange

Mississippi Modal-Blend Velour Soft-Cup Triangle Bra

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This post was originally published on an earlier date and has since been updated.

Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.