How to Style a Bodysuit

Figure-hugging, curve accentuating, cleavage-enhancing and damn sexy. We are, of course, talking about the wardrobe staple: the bodysuit. Whether you opt for outright sexy with wet look/PU, or you go for delicate lace, the bodysuit is the clothing item that’ll take your smart casual look from nice to OMG!

But with so many options to choose from, how do you get the look spot on? We’re here to answer all your questions about styling a bodysuit to achieve that sexy underwear-as-outerwear look.

Let’s start from the beginning:

What is a Bodysuit?

A bodysuit is a form-fitting, one-piece garment that covers the torso and either fastens under the crotch or is stretchy enough to slip into without fasteners. Bodysuits give a seamless and smooth appearance, creating a sleek silhouette and making you feel every bit as gorgeous as you are. Many of them are designed with adjustable bra straps but to blur the lines between lingerie and going-out clothes, long-sleeve bodysuits add a hint of mystery to your allure.

Why do we love them? For their versatility! They can be worn as a standalone top with trousers/jeans, skirts, or shorts, or as sexy lingerie for a night of passion paired with your fave leg-enhancing stockings. You can even wear them for support and shaping under a sexy dress to really elevate your look and give you that hourglass shape. What’s not to love?

Do You Wear Anything Under a Bodysuit?

Well, it depends on a couple of things - the style of the bodysuit and how comfortable you feel.

Are You Supposed to Wear a Bra with a Bodysuit?

When wearing a bodysuit that provides sufficient coverage and has built-in cups, we say ditch the bra or you’ll look and feel like you’re wearing two of them! But what about those without reinforced cups, do you wear a bra under a lace bodysuit? Of course, a gorgeous lace bodysuit is going to be that bit more see-through, so if you don’t want your nips on show, a plain bra that doesn’t draw attention away from the main event will work perfectly. Alternatively, a stick on bra or some nipple covers won’t encroach on the sexy silhouette a good quality bodysuit gives you.

In summary: avoid wearing a bra with a bodysuit wherever possible, but if you’re worried about exposing too much, pop on some nipple covers that’ll be discreet under lace.

Do You Wear Knickers with Bodysuits?

The design of a bodysuit means you can do away with knickers for the evening, hoorah! They normally fasten underneath your crotch, replacing your usual knickers. However, if you feel weird going commando, opt for a thong that matches the shape of your chosen bodysuit an avoid those pesky visible panty lines.

What Goes Well With a Bodysuit?

You, honey. You go well with a bodysuit! But if you’re looking for a fashion-specific answer, we’ve got you.

Skirts, leggings, trousers, oversized shirts, blazers – the lot. There’s nothing that won’t look fabulous with a bodysuit. They’re so versatile that you can wear them with anything, and they’ll always look bang-on trend.

What Trousers Go Best with a Bodysuit?

We adore the sleek and sexy look of a black bodysuit with a pair of loose-fitting jeans. Whether you opt for baggy, boyfriend, mom, or ripped jeans, it’s a look that screams sexy-casual. The relaxed, casual look of the jeans juxtaposed with the waist-sinching, cleavage-enhancing sexiness of the bodysuit makes for the perfect combo. Pair with a stylish blazer in a colour of your choice and some statement jewellery to finish the look.

You can also opt for flares to really enhance your perfect curves – flares are a perfect way to emphasise your derriere. If you’ve got it, flaunt it.

Can I Wear a Bodysuit with Leggings?

Have you ever watched Grease? At the end of the movie, Sandy absolutely rocks the hell out of the tightest pair of wet-look leggings in cinematic history and a Bardot bodysuit. If it’s good enough for Olivia Newton-John, it’s good enough for us. The only thing that matters is that you feel great; when it comes to fashion, the only rule should be that you feel amazing. Great-fitting leggings or a PU skirt will seriously elevate the sexy stakes when paired with a lingerie bodysuit.

How Do You Dress Up a Bodysuit?

If you’ve got yourself a plain bodysuit with no embellishments, the easiest way to dress it up is with statement jewellery pieces. Bodysuits are brilliantly versatile so you can dress them down with some jeans, cargo trousers or denim shorts and trainers, or you can dress them up with your choice of bottom, a blazer and a bold makeup look. But your jewellery game should always be on point, no matter your outfit.

Wherever you wear them and whatever you wear them with, you’re guaranteed to feel powerful and sexy in a bodysuit. So stock up babe, get one in every colour and give your wardrobe the lift it’s been craving.

Love,
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