Wondering how to wear lingerie out of the house without feeling like an idiot? I’ve got you covered with tips, tricks, and some cute pieces that will totally work with your regular wardrobe.
How To Wear Lingerie Out of The House Without Feeling Like an Idiot
1. Pair It With Heavy Pieces
At first thought, you might want to pair your pretty lacy teddy with a mesh robe, some delicate sandals, or some silky pants. While that wouldn’t be a bad look by any means, it’ll definitely amp up the “I just walked out of my sugar daddy’s bedroom” factor, which might not be what you’re going for!
Instead, pair your lingerie piece of choice with something “heavy” — a.k.a chunky boots, thick fabrics (think leather, denim, wool), and pieces with lots of hardware. It’ll bridge the gap and make your delicate lingerie more street-style appropriate.
2. Add Something Distressed
Another good fashion juxtaposition to your pretty lil’ lingerie is something that looks like it was stolen from the dumpster.
Okay, maybe that’s extreme, but you get what I’m saying. A distressed denim jacket, a frayed jean skirt, maybe even one of those ridiculous “vintage” tees cropped up to your neck — the options are endless!
3. Do Not Wear a Bra, For the Love of God
If you wear a Victoria’s Secret push up bra under your lace bralette, everyone is going to think you’re 17 and trying to get into DayGlow.
C’mon, one of the most awesome things about style right now is that boobs of all shapes and sizes are encouraged to fly free! Don’t ruin pretty lingerie with a painful underwire contraption underneath. If you really feel like your ladies need a lift (and I’m sure they don’t), try some discreet sticky boobs.
4. Own It!
Okay, let’s be real, the biggest concern we all have when thinking about how to wear lingerie out of the house is: are people going to think I’m a thot?
The second concern we may have is: am I going to get harassed by random men on the street more than normal?
Both are very valid concerns, but they both go back to owning your look and adopting a DGAF attitude. If you walk down the street looking confident and your face says “don’t fuck with me,” chances are, people won’t (aside from maybe that one dude who’ll tell you to smile).
People always come up to me and say stuff like, “OMG, I love your outfit! I could never pull that off!” And while I appreciate the compliment, it’s not true! The only reason I can pull it off is because I decided I could! And that’s a decision only you can make for yourself!
Anyway, I’m going to hop off my soapbox and tell you where to get this bodysuit and other cute ones to rock this summer…
Here’s a link to the bodysuit I’m wearing, by EG Lux.
And here are some other hot af lingerie pieces that you could totally purchase with the sole purpose of wearing out:
1. Can’t Trust Me Lace Bodysuit, $45, Dolls Kill
This is one of those pieces that will actually probably look better on someone with smaller boobies, so please go get this on my behalf!
2. Sex Therapy Bralette, $28, Dolls Kill
For obvious reasons, this is on my wishlist. It would look great under a black mesh bodysuit or with a black denim skirt + jean jacket combo.
3. Black Mesh Pineapple Bodysuit, Missguided, $34
If you’re obsessed with red and hearts like me, I recommend this version, but I feel like for most of you, the black, fruity version is more wearable. The pineapples make it more “fun” than “bedroom-y,” if you feel me? If you’re hesitant on how to wear lingerie out, this could be a good starter piece.
4. Gagaopt Sexy Lace Bodysuit, $13.99, Amazon
I’ll never knock some quality Amazon lingerie, and this piece’s ratings are stellar. Look at the model even taking my distressed tip to heart <3
5. Stunner Net and Lace Teddy, Yandy, $30
Alright so I have an extremely similar bodysuit from Yandy in both black and red because I loved it so much. I wear both all the time (the black one legit goes with everything), and Yandy’s shipping is so fast! If you’re going to buy just one lacy bodysuit, I’d recommend this one.
There is no doubt that a woman wearing “visible” lingerie when she’s out and about gets far more attention. Yes a “peek” of a lacy teddy under a jacket is sexy but an open jacket with the same lingerie is a whole lot sexier.
So true! I feel like lingerie as outerwear has become a lot more acceptable lately, even since I wrote this post!