D.fter years in which the imperative was to hide, camouflage, conceal, women’s underweareven the skin-colored one, come back into the open. A trend that has crept in first on the catwalk, where emerging designers and prestigious fashion houses have declined it according to their own aesthetics. And then among celebritieswho have made lingerie and shapewear fashion not only a must-have, but also an entrepreneurial interest (see Kim Kardashian). Glimpses, blatant displays and styling ideas that redefine the concept of femininity. Born to go unnoticed, nude lingerie now shows off by defying the laws of elegance and breaking the rules of dress code.
Nude women’s underwear: since when is it fashionable to show it?
During the tour Blond Ambition of 1990 Madonna she wowed everyone with her signature cone bra Jean Paul Gaultier, exuberant and irreverent, worn with just a pair of black tights and a matching bustier. In the 2000s all the biggest pop stars, including Britney Spears, Kylie Minogue, J.Lo and Destiny’s Child, they wore one. Who covered with Swarovski, who combined with leather pants and who with transparent tank tops.
The fashion of underwear-as-outerwear (i.e. underwear used as clothing) existed well before this season, recording periods of great fame and others in which it was not well seen. Related to pop culture iconsas happens today with the stars, what was originally born to hide a woman’s body, today is the style detail that will make her stand out.
Madonna with the iconic pointed bra. (Photo by Dave Hogan / Getty Images)
Shapewear and modeling lingerie
Even more so when i talk about shapewear, that is bras, bodysuits and shaping corsets, the second skin effect also given by the flesh-colored shades has always been essential. From fabrics, to seams to shades: everything is designed not to be seen. But, as we also notice on the catwalk, everything has changed. Accomplices some new brands too glamorous to be hidden, such as Skims by Kim Kadarshian o Spanx, even the modeling lingerie is now visible. Word of celebrity.
The main trend on the catwalk
In search of confirmation, the most glossy brands and maison of the fashion system come to the rescue. On the catwalks ofFall Winter 2022 2023 Versace has combined the classic total black male suit with a captivating neutral underwire bra. Guccion the same wavelength, plays with the contrasts between voluminous eco furs and romantic lace designs.
Nensi Dojaka, which has made leotards and women’s underwear its signature, focuses on a flesh-colored look from head to toe. And while Miu Miuwith the most viral collection of the season, brings out from skirts and pants slip in powder-colored satin, Fendi recalls the lace and lace of nightwear with tulle tops and sweaters.
From the Gucci AW 22/23 fashion show.
Inspirations for (almost) everyday looks
For a first approach to the exposed underwear trend, wear it with a pair of jeans it’s a great place to start. Able to make it more casual and within the reach of every day also shapewear bodysuits and corsets are worn together with shirts left just unbuttoned or sweaters with wide necks. For sporty outfits you can opt for bras and bras in cotton, combined with jumpsuits and knitted sets.
Street style look with a nude bra. (Photo by Edward Berthelot / Getty Images)
Or, in a sensual version, with men’s suits with a loose fit and dark shades for the evening. Or with more formal designs, in versatile fabrics, to be worn with sneakers or moccasins, For the day.
Playing with contrasts and the see-through effect, even the usual bra or body can be rediscovered as the key item for Winter 2022/23.
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