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THE BEST WEDDING SHAPEWEAR & UNDERWEAR

The dress of your dreams has been ordered, but it’s not time to put your feet up yet. Next on the list is another big-day outfit essential: lingerie (and what better excuse to treat yourself to something special?)

Underneath it all

So, you’ve spent hours trying on bridal gowns in all shapes and sizes in your mission to find ‘the one’. The last thing you need is to ruin the look with lingerie that creates unwanted lumps and bumps or feels uncomfortable during the speeches. With so much to plan, it’s tempting to push looking for lingerie to the bottom of the to-do list. However, straight after choosing your dress – when the fit and style are fresh in your mind – is the best time. First step? Check out our online measuring guide to make sure the fit is right. Then you can start browsing the styles. Low-cut dress? Go for a plunge bra. If you’ve chosen a shoulder-baring gown, a strapless style will work for you, while seam-free styles should be your go-to for form-fitting or silk dresses.

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In control

If you have a fitted dress or are just looking for an extra confidence boost, shapewear could be your best option for W-day. Be sure to give your chosen underwear a few trial runs to make sure you can navigate bathroom breaks with ease and that you’ll be comfy sitting and standing in it throughout the day. Unsure of what will work best? A versatile shaping body is the ultimate wedding shapewear all-rounder. It will do the job under everything from close-fitting fishtail dresses to ballgowns. This firm-control body has plunge cups, detachable straps and, best of all, that big-day essential – a no-VLP design. So long, worries about your underwear taking centre stage.

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Extra special

Even if you’re not planning on having a photographer by your side to capture those getting-ready moments, a pretty silk or satin robe is worth investing in and will get loads of wear well after the wedding is over. Not only will it help you start your special day feeling fabulous, it's great for transferring into your dress without ruining your hair and make-up. For the honeymoon, a slinky camisole and matching French knickers, satin nightie or PJ set will take up practically no space in your suitcase. Don’t forget to pick out a beautiful lingerie set, such as this Rosie silk wired plunge bra and matching high-leg briefs.

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Words: Renée Peck

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