closures. , full support , A bra with this characteristic will have banding under the cups, substantial side wings, and closures with two or more hooks. , g-string , A bikini panty with virtually no back coverage. It consists of a small front panel held to the body entirely with strings. Worn to prevent panty lines under tight-fitting garments. Less coverage than a thong. , garter , A strap hanging from a garter belt or bustier to support stockings (not pantyhose), It is also the term used for a band worn around the arm to hold up a shirt sleeve, or around the knee to hold up socks. , garter belt , A belt worn around the waist with four clips or garters to keep stockings (not pantyhose) up and in place. A garter belt can be purchased in a variety of colors. Lingerie fashion etiquette dictates that the color and design of the garter belt match the stockings and panties. , girdle , The name given to any undergarment that is close fitting, often boned and usually elasticized, that extends from the waist to below the hips. With the new fabrics and construction techniques available, this word has become somewhat obsolete and has been replaced with the word shaper or shapewear. , gusset closure , The name given to a hook and eye or snap crotch closure. Usually seen on body briefers or body suits. , halter , A bra style featuring straps that fasten behind the neck. This bra is perfect for backless dresses. This bra style can many times also convert to criss-cross or one-shoulder configurations. , high-cut brief , Also known as a "French cut" brief, this panty is high-cut on the leg and sides yet offers full coverage in back. , high-cut Rio , A panty style similar to the string bikini, but with moderate back coverage that looks more like a "v" instead of the "u" which is found in full coverage backs. Many times, the waistband in the high-cut Rio is nothing more than a 1" to 2" piece of elastic. , high-waisted brief , Shapewear with a brief panty and a high waist to give shaping and support to the waistline. , interlining , A padding, or stiffening fabric, either sewn to the wrong side of the lining or the inner side of the outer shell fabric. The interlining is used primarily to provide warmth. , light support , A bra frame style featuring cutaway wings with little or no banding under the cups. , lined cup , A bra with a lining in the cup. This lining gives additional support and added opaqueness to the cup. , long leg , A type of shapewear with a brief top and half legs that give support and control down the thighs. Usually a "leg gripper" is sewn along the leg ends to keep the leg from curling up. , long line , A midriff-slimming bra with to-the-waist panels for extra smoothing. This can offer the shaping of a corset. , maternity bra , A bra designed for women who are pregnant. May or may not have a design feature for easy access breast-feeding. , merrywidow , Another type of corset. It is often strapless and comes to a point in the center front. It can also come with detachable garters to wear with stockings. , minimizer , A minimizer bra is designed to de-emphasize a full bustline. Worn by large-busted women (size C and larger), such bras reduce the bustline while at the same time giving a smooth natural look. Most minimizers on the market are made of strong microfiber. A well-fitting minimizer will not give you a "uni-boob" look. , molded cup , A sculpted bra cup designed to mold to the shape of your breast. It is lightly padded and seamless creating a smooth silhouette, unless overlaid with lace. , multiway , See convertible bra. , nursing bra , A bra with specially designed cups that open to allow access to a baby for nursing. , padded , A bra with padded fiberfill cups. The padding adds size and definition to give a well-proportioned look to smaller bustlines. , pantliner , A pantliner is any undergarment that begins at the waist and extends down past the mid-calf. A pantliner can be pantaloon-like and worn as a slip for unlined pants, or it can be $9.95 , , silicone breast enhancer, $39.95 , leather/lace underwire bra, XS-3X, $39.95 , , leather lace up bra, XS-3X, $33.95 , , leather lace underwire bra, XS-3X, $30.95 , , leather bra with zipper, S-3X, $45.95 , , patent lace up bra, S-3X $26.95 , , patent underwire bra, S-3X $24.95 , patent/mesh underwire bra, S-3X, $24.95 , , leather bra with rivets, S-3X, $47.95 , , patent/mesh underwire bra, S-XL, $24.95 , , Leather open bra & g-string, One Size, $36.95 , , leather bra & g-string, One Size, $36.95 , , leather/chain bra/g-string, One Size, $78.95 , cupless leather bra/g-string, S-XL, $36.95 , , leather/fishnet bra/g-string, One Size, $51.95 , , leather/fishnet bra/g-string, One Size, $29.95 , , leather/fishnet bra/g-string, One Size, $47.95 , , leather bra/g-string, One Size, $45.95 , leather bra/g-string, One Size, $56.95 , , leather bra/g-string, One Size, $39.95 , , leather bra/g-string/choker, One Size, $36.95 , , leather bra/g-string, One Size, $37.95 , , patent bra/g-string, One Size, chiffon chemise/coat, $33.95 , , crushed-pane chemise, $29.95 , floral print velvet chemise, $29.95 , , animal print velvet chemise, $37.95 , , shiny velvet chemise, $29.95 , , clipped chiffon chemise, $36.95 , , stretch lace chemise/coat, $34.95 , , clipped chiffon chemise, $36.95 , chemise with stretch lace lop, $44.95 , , stretch lace chemise, $22.95 , , charmeuse chemise, $33.95 , , charmeuse chemise, $24.95 sheer babydoll with panty, $29.95 , , leather/mesh babydoll/g-string, $37.95 , , babydoll and g-string, $39.95 , , leather/fishnet baby-doll, $49.95 , , patent/mesh babydoll/g-string, $44.95 , , leather babydoll/g-string, $66.95 , scalloped macramé lace baby-doll, $22.95 , , sheer babydoll and panty, $22.95 , , sheer babydoll, $22.95 , , eyelash mesh babydoll, $40.95 , , silk chiffon babydoll/thong, $29.95 , , silk chiffon babydoll/thong, $35.95 , two tone clipped chiffon babydoll, $19.95 , , sheer babydoll, $25.95 , , sheer babydoll, $25.95 , , sheer babydoll, $24.95 , , sheer babydoll/fringe trim, $24.95 , , babydoll and coat, $32.95 , sheer babydoll, $25.95 , , sheer net babydoll/bottom, $21.95 , , fishnet babydoll/panty, $16.95 , , lace babydoll marabou trim, $29.95 , , stretch net babydoll, $29.95 , , sheer babydoll/velvet bra-cups, $27.95 , toga style babydoll, $25.95 , , sheer babydoll/marabou trim, $34.95 , , sheer babydoll with marabou trim, $24.95 , , sheer babydoll and coat, $43.95 , , heart trimmed sheer babydoll, $27.95 , , heart trimmed sheer babydoll, $21.95 , shortie babydoll coat set, $36.95 , , sheer babydoll, $22.95 , , sheer babydoll, $24.95 , , sheer babydoll, $24.95 , , sheer babydoll with top, $24.95 , , sheer neon and marabou babydoll, $32.95 , maribou stretch net babydoll, $27.95 , , sheer babydoll, $22.95 , , sheer babydoll velvet trim, $19.95 sheer stretch nylon stockings, $4.95 , , sheer back seam stocking, $6.95 , , nylon sheer stockings, $6.95 , , nylon sheer stockings, $5.95 , , nylon sheer pantyhose, $5.95 , , thong back nylon pantyhose, $6.95 , stretch pantyhose/stockings, $18.95 , , nylon stockings, $5.95 , , fishnet stockings, $5.95 , , overknee stockings, $9.95 , , thigh hi stockings, $11.95 , , fence net panty hose, $18.95 When ordering a Bustier or Corset, order by Bra Size , When ordering a S,M or L, order by Dress Size (Equivalent) , opaque footless bodystocking, $18.95 , , crotchless bodystocking, $18.95 , , seamless bodystocking, $25.95 , Lingerie, Stockings, and Hosiery, Since 1994 Lingerie has been dedicated to giving women of all sizes a discrete, safe way to buy beautiful intimate apparel online. Inside you'll find everything from sexy and playful babydolls and teddies, to beautiful and romantic bustiers, chemises, and robes, everything you'd expect from one of the premier sources of lingerie on the net. We also have everyday foundation wear, but the panties and bras are much more stylish than your basic cotton. Our hosiery department has everything from fishnet stockings, to pantyhose, something for everyday and for play. Dresses and High Heels, Sexy dresses are part of lingerie offerings. Some are designed so they can be worn to a club, for the more daring. Most are meant more for a fun night at home. Of course, no dress would be complete without the proper pair of high heels, so you'll also find classic pumps, mules, sandals, platforms and more inside. Plus Sizes, If you're a size 18-26, we have a lingerie section devoted exclusively for you, intimate attitudes. You'll also find your size peppered throughout our sections of hosiery and risque styles of lingerie. Quality Customer Care, Of course, you may have questions about customer service, shipping times, security, or how to contact us. Lingerie customer service page has all of this for you, and gives phone numbers and e-mail addresses to make sure all or your needs are addressed. Fast, flat rate shipping, bow lace bodystocking, $18.95 , lingerie, teddy, teddies, dancewear, hosiery, panty, teddiette,full figured, plus size, high heel, stocking, bustier, corset, chemise, camisole, gown, dress, miniskirt, lycra, platform, shoe, robe, bra, patent catsuit, $68.95 A safe, and discrete way to shop for quality lingerie, dresses, and high heels from a site, , patent catsuit, $68.95 , patent catsuit, $66.95 , , leather bodysuit with zipper, $72.95 , , leather bodysuit with zipper, $72.95 , , stretch nylon stockings, $6.95 , , sheer nylon stretch stockings, $6.95 , , stretch lace top stockings, $7.95 , , sheer stocking satin bows, $12.95 , , , sheer babydoll velvet trim, $24.95 , , babydoll and g-string, $24.95 , , babydoll and g-string, $24.95 , babydoll and g-string, $22.95 , , shiny knit babydoll/g-string, $24.95 , , sheer babydoll/panty, $26.95 , , sheer babydoll/panty, $27.95 , , chemise and g-string, $23.95 , , chemise/dress, $23.95 , silk charmeuse chemise, $34.95 , , silk chiffon flared chemise, $33.95 , , sheer chiffon chemise and panty, $24.95 , , leather/lace bustier/thong, $39.95 , , leather/fishnet bustier/thong, $47.95 , , leather bustier, etc..., $58.95 , , leather/mesh bustier/thong, $49.95 , , mesh/patent 1/4 cup bustier, $36.95 , , leather/mesh bustier/thong, $49.95 , leather bustier, $67.95 , , leather bustier, $65.95 , , leather bustier, $60.95 , , leather bustier with zipper, $48.95 , , leather halter bustier, $52.95 , , patent zipper top/bottom, $36.95 , leather Lace up bustier, $69.95 , , leather bustier, $59.95 , , leather bustier with buckles, $64.95 , , lace up leather bustier, $84.95 , , leather barmaid bustier, $104.95 , , leather bustier, $104.95 , leather bustier, $72.95 , , lace trimmed leather bustier, $94.95 , , leather peasant girl bustier, $72.95 , , leather bustier, $104.95 , , leather/mesh 1/4 cup bustier, $59.95 , , leather and buckle bustier, $60.95 , leather/mesh bustier, $59.95 , , patent bustier with zipper, $25.95 , , patent bustier, $29.95 , , Leather open bra & g-string, $36.95 , , leather bra & g-string, $36.95 , , leather/chain bra/g-string, $78.95 , , cupless leather bra/g-string, $36.95 , , leather/fishnet bra/g-string, $51.95 , , leather/fringe top/bottom, $47.95 , leather harness bra/g-string, $62.95 , A teddy with attached garters to hold up stockings. , Teddy A one piece garment with high cut legs and usually a thong back. , thong back Only a thin strip of material is used in the back exposing most of the buttocks. , Thong panty A panty with only a thin strip of material in the back that exposes most of the buttocks. , tie closure Garment opens/closes with a bow tie. , tricot Plain, close warp-knitted (produced by machine with the yarns running in a lengthwise direction) nylon fabric. , Tube top A strapless, body hugging top made from a rectangular piece of fabric. , Ultrasuede® A trademarked soft, man-made suede fabric noted for its durability, washability and comfort. For more about this fabric, see http://www.ultrasuede.com. , underwiring Adds extra support and lift for the breasts using a thin wire sewn into the base of the cups. Especially desirable feature for larger breasted women. , vamp The part of a shoe upper or boot upper covering especially the forepart of the foot and sometimes also extending forward over the toe or backward to the back seam of the upper. , Veil A decorative headdress worn by brides. , Velcro® closure Garment closes with Velcro®. , velvet Fabric with a short, soft, dense pile noted for its luxurious feel. , venice lace Firm, heavy lace with an open background, usually in floral leaf patterns. , Vest A sleeveless, waist length coat usually meant to be worn over a shirt or blouse. , vinyl A man-made, non-elastic, non-breathing plastic material that has a wet look and is often used in fetish wear. , Waist cincher A form fitting garment worn around the waist to help control and smooth your mid-section. Often includes garter straps to hold up stockings. , Wristlet A decorative, elastic band worn around the wrists. , , Want to know the difference between a basque and a camisole? , , Baby Doll , Generally, a short gown with matching panties, but sometimes is one piece. Ranges in styles from sheer, lace, and opaque. Night wear or sleepwear. , , , Basque , Styles include merry widow, corselette, torsolette, and waist cincher. Combines the bra and garter belt, and may provide shaping of the waist. Some styles may be designed to be worn visibly. , , , Bodystocking , A full-body stocking, generally made of stretch material. Made popular Black is always useful as a back-up plan. , , Getting The Right Size , If you are one of the lucky ones then you will have all ready memorised your partners vital statistics and you may as well go down to the next section. For the rest of you here are some useful ways to get it right. , Most purchases are bought as a gift and are meant to be a surprise which means you probably can't just ask your partner what her dress size is. So why not take a quick look in her wardrobe and note the sizes of the clothes that you know she wears (women quite often keep clothes in their wardrobe that no longer fit so beware). , , Lingerie is normally sold by one of three measurements. First there is the classic small, meduim and large. You can check this by looking at your partners t-shirts. Then there is the bust size (34c, 38b etc) which you can get from looking at the labels on your partners bras. Last on the list is dress size (8, 10, 12, etc) which you can get from the labels on her dresses and skirts. Armed with this information you should be able to buy the right size for your partner. You can also look at our size guide to fill in any blanks., , There is also back-up plan for size as well as colour. If, for some reason, you are unable to look in your partners wardrobe then you can always pick items which only come in one size. , , It's All In The Delivery , Now that you have taken the time to ensure that you have the right size, color and style for your partner you can't fail, can you? Well actually you can. Present your partner with her new gift in a brown paper bag while she is up to her ears in laundry or knee deep in children then you might as well just go and bury it in the bottom of her wardrobe and save her the trouble. Be creative and wrap your gift along with some wine or chocolates, or some of her favourite purfume. Give the gift to your partner when they are quite and relaxed and after the children have gone to bed!, , Home, Store Directory:, Women's, Women's Plus, Accessories, Men's, Search, Shopping Cart, Fast shipping, Free shipping on $75+ orders, Low price guarantee, Inventory accuracy guarantee, Fast email replies, Discreet packaging, Hundreds of in-stock styles, Satisfaction guaranteed, Private and Secure , , In an effort to make you a more informed shopper, we would like to provide you with a list of terms and terminology. If you can't find a term, please let us know and we will be happy to add it to our list. Please also see: Fabrics & Fibers Glossary , , back closure , This term is used when describing how a bra closes. Traditionally, a back closure bra has two rows of hook and eye closures and three adjustments. Full figure and strapless bras usually have three