Babydolls

A picardías is recognized by its cut: fitted chest, underbust seam and loose fit to the hip or mid-thigh. That empire waist is what defines the garment and also what explains why it flatters so many different bodies. Mark where you want to mark, at the narrowest point of the torso, and let the rest flow without tightening the abdomen or hips.

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Babydolls, nightgown and bodysuit

The babydoll is short and flares from below the chest. The nightgown falls straight from the shoulders and is usually longer. The bodysuit is a tight-fitting, one-part piece that fits the entire body. They are three different silhouettes, not three names for the same thing: the babydoll provides movement, the nightgown provides drape and the bodysuit provides tightness. Most babydolls include a matching thong, making them a complete outfit without having to match anything.

How to choose the cut

Fabrics

Chiffon and chiffon are the ones that move best and create the characteristic flight of the garment. The lace adds texture and presence, especially on the yoke and bottom edge. Satin falls heavier, shines and is more elegant than light. Transparent mesh is the coolest and most daring, and is usually combined with lace on the cups. If you're going to sleep in the garment, chiffon and satin are much more comfortable than stiff lace, which rubs during the night.

Size depends on chest

The part of the body that decides the size is the bust, because the rest of the garment falls loose and is quite forgiving. Measure underbust circumference and chest circumference and compare with the manufacturer's chart. If you are between two sizes and the cups have underwire, go up; If they are soft cups, the smaller size usually works. The adjustable straps allow you to correct the length of the waist, which is what decides whether the seam is just under the chest or a few centimeters below.

When to wear

It works equally well as a nightwear in lightweight fabric and as an occasion piece in lace or satin. It is also one of the most appreciated options as a gift, because the loose cut allows for a size margin that a structured set does not. If you are looking for the version designed for sleeping, it is at Babydolls Nightwear; If you are looking for something tighter, at Bodysuits.

Color, print and detail

Black is the most popular and best hides the interior seam, which is why it dominates the category. Ivory and nude have another, softer reading, and are the usual choice for a wedding night. Red and burgundy work well on satin and worse on very fine lace, where the color saturates the pattern. As for the details, the bow under the chest marks the narrowest point of the torso and the front opening elongates the line of the body, two simple resources that change the proportion of the garment more than it seems.

What to wear under and on top

Most babydolls already include a matching thong, so there is no need to add anything. If the garment is transparent and you prefer more coverage, a thong or lace panties of the same tone solve the problem without breaking the outfit: you have them in Thongs and Panties. On top, a short robe or kimono turns the garment into something you can wear outside the bedroom, and they're at Robes & Peignoir. Stockings with a garter belt complete the silhouette when you are looking for a more elaborate image.

Be careful

Hand wash in cold water with neutral soap, or in a mesh bag on a delicate program. No tumble dryer: heat ruins the drape of the chiffon and the elasticity of the lace. Hang to dry rather than wringing, because wringing leaves permanent marks on light fabrics. Keep hanging and without weight on it.

Discreet shipping from Lace & Luna

Orders arrive in plain, unbranded packaging, with no reference to the contents on the outside, and the bank charge is just as discreet. Details are at embalaje discreto. We are a family store and we select each garment by drape of the fabric, quality of the lace and finishing of the seams. Exclusive sale for people over 18 years of age.

Frequently asked questions

What is a minx?

A short piece of lingerie, tight in the chest and falling loosely from below the bust to the hips or mid-thigh. It usually includes a matching thong.

How is it different from a nightgown?

In the cut and length. The babydoll has an empire waist and flares from below the chest; The nightgown falls straight from the shoulders and reaches lower.

How do I choose the size?

For the bust. Measure underbust circumference and chest circumference and compare with the manufacturer's chart. The rest of the garment is loose and allows room.

Can you sleep with a babydoll?

Yes, and it is one of its common uses. To sleep, choose chiffon or satin and avoid rigid lace in the contact areas, which rubs throughout the night.

How do you wash it?

By hand in cold water with neutral soap or in a mesh bag on a delicate program. No tumble dryer and no twisting: hanging to dry preserves the drape of the fabric.