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Editors' Picks: Get Intimate

ESSENCE Editors reveal what you should be wearing underneath it all.
By Essence · Updated October 27, 2020
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Petite

“Demi cups are my go-to style because this shape shows a sexy amount of cleavage and looks fuller without the help of padding. La Perla lace is really like a second skin and feels like you’re wearing close to nothing at all.” ––Celia L. Smith, Fashion Editor

Balconette bra, La Perla, $132, journelle.com.

Editors' Picks: The Right Intimates for Your Body Type
02
Cone

“All my girls who’s “cup runneth over” can relate to the struggle of finding pretty lingerie and bras that support properly without looking too matronly. Which is why I absolutely fell in love with Harlow & Fox lingerie. The line carries a size range of 30-38 DD-G and still feels sexy, dainty and ultra feminine.” ––Reneise Francis, Market Editor

“Viola” Longline bra, Harlow & Fox, $317, harlowandfox.com.

Editors' Picks: The Right Intimates for Your Body Type
03
Triangle

“Two babies later, I’m a little addicted to shapewear. This slip is perfect and discreet under a summer dress or skirt.” ––Yolanda Sangweni, Entertainment Editor

“Lust-Have” mid-length skirt, Spanx, $72, spanx.com.

Editors' Picks: The Right Intimates for Your Body Type
04
Full Figured

“When it comes to intimates, sometimes the sexiest fabrics feel anything but…so, my solution is to find sexy cotton intimates that I can wear around the house and straight to bed. This one makes this curvy girl quite happy, and it doesn’t get all stretched out or shrink in the wash. #winning” — Charli Penn, Relationships Editor

Cotton lace trim chemise, Hips & Curves, $30, hipsandcurves.com.

Editors' Picks: The Right Intimates for Your Body Type