Article: Lingerie Trends for 2025: Bold, Ornate, and Sustainable
Lingerie Trends for 2025: Bold, Ornate, and Sustainable
The world of lingerie is evolving, and 2025 is all about balance -- sensual yet wearable, bold yet sustainable. Whether you're a lover of rich jewel tones, intricate embellishments, or the ever-growing innerwear-as-outerwear movement, this year brings something for every lingerie aficionado. Let’s dive into the trends shaping the industry this year.
Over-the-top embellishments like floral embroidery will dominate lingerie trends in 2025
1. Innerwear as outerwear: The power move continues
Lingerie hasn’t been confined to the bedroom for a long time now, and we’re seeing that trend continue with no sign of stopping! From structured corsets paired with denim to bralettes peeking through oversized blazers, innerwear as outerwear will remain the dominant trend of 2025. Celebrities and designers alike are championing the look, proving that a well-crafted bustier or slip dress can be just as powerful as any tailored suit.
Notable celebs like Kristen Stewart, Beyoncé, Sydney Sweeney, and Hailey Bieber have been seen embracing the underwear-as-outerwear trend all throughout the last year, showcasing its versatility and appeal. Whether it’s layering a lace-trimmed camisole over a crisp shirt or styling a sheer bodysuit with high-waisted trousers, lingerie-inspired dressing is here to stay. For more trendy styling ideas and tips, read our expert article Creative ways to style your bras and lingerie as outerwear.
Innerwear-as-outerwear is here to stay! Pictured above, the bestselling Dahlia bralette.
2. Sheer takeover: Welcome to the Naked Dress Era
Speaking of which… Clutch your pearls, because we are in the Naked Dress Era, folks! Daring yet ethereal, sheer lingerie dresses are making their way from the boudoir to the streets. Thanks to the 'naked dress' trend dominating red carpets, sheer lace and tulle slip dresses are now everyday statement pieces. Layer them over bodysuits or high-waisted briefs, or under tailored pieces for a high-fashion, editorial look. It’s sultry, it’s bold, and it’s a trend that commands with confidence.
Halle Berry recently turned heads at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix's "The Union," donning a see-through black lace dress. You can mimic her look with our gorgeously daring Dentelle slip. It'll only take a bit of creative layering to elevate this look to any red carpet occasion!
The Dentelle slip is perfect for your own Naked Dress moment.
3. Berry & jewel tones
Move over beige - this year is all about color confidence. Berry and deep magenta are especially having a moment right now, but so are other deep and rich hues: Think deep raspberry, sapphire blue, emerald green, and amethyst purple. These decadent hues flatter every skin tone and add a touch of opulence to lingerie collections. Brands are embracing these rich shades in both minimalistic silk sets and intricately embroidered lace designs, making it easy to incorporate bold color into your lingerie wardrobe.
Deep berry hues will be seen everywhere in 2025!
4. Animal Prints
2025 brings a fierce update to lingerie with snake prints leading the way. In honor of the Chinese zodiac’s Year of the Snake, designers are embracing slinky, reptilian-inspired motifs – as well as classics like cheetah and leopard prints. These prints bring a sense of mystery power to the lingerie world that typically embraces subtlety over big, bold moments. Some brands are even mixing animal prints with luxurious fabrics like silk and velvet, elevating the trend into a high-fashion statement. Expect to see bold combinations with metallic elements or even embroidery that mimics the scales of a snake, offering a unique tactile experience.
5. Bold embellishments
Minimalism takes a back seat this year, as lingerie is adorned with 3D floral embroidery, tassels and fringe, exposed metal hardware, feathers, and frills galore. Designers are pushing the boundaries of what you can do with bras and underwear by adding unexpected embellishments - think feather-trimmed bralettes, suspender belts with shimmering metal chains, and corsets decorated with oversized rosettes. Fringe elements add movement and tactile playfulness, making lingerie an experience rather than just an item of clothing. These details aren’t just for aesthetics; they also offer a new sensory experience to wearing lingerie. Whether worn alone or layered with outerwear, these ornate styles make lingerie feel like couture.
Angela Friedman's famous silk ruffled panties offer an extra dose of frills and over-the-top luxury style
6. Sustainability
Consumers are demanding more from their lingerie - not just in terms of style, but in ethics too. More sustainable fabrics like organic cotton, peace silk, and recycled polyester are becoming the standard rather than the exception, reducing waste and minimizing environmental impact. Small, ethical lingerie brands like Angela Friedman are leading the charge here, focusing on slow fashion and high-quality craftsmanship rather than mass production. Transparency is also a key factor in consumer choice, with more brands showcasing their supply chains, ethical labor practices, and fair wages. It’s no longer enough for a CEO to say they’re working on sustainability, because consumers are now demanding that they prove it. (And so they should!)
Angela Friedman's lingerie designs are ethically manufactured in England in a private atelier.
Beyond materials, lingerie brands are embracing circular fashion by offering bra recycling programs, in-house repairs on damaged items, and biodegradable packaging. Expect to see collections that are not only beautiful but also designed with longevity in mind - pieces that can withstand time, both in durability and style. Additionally, advancements in fabric technology are making sustainable lingerie softer, stronger, and even more luxurious than previously was possible. The movement towards sustainability proves that indulgence and responsibility can coexist, allowing lingerie lovers to invest in pieces that feel as good as they look.
Final Thoughts
2025’s lingerie trends will be all about pushing boundaries and testing the limits of what lingerie is and where it can be worn. Whether you're embracing the boldness of animal prints, stepping out in a sheer slip dress, or investing in ethically made pieces, this year’s trends celebrate both self-expression and responsibility. Ready to refresh your lingerie drawer? Explore these trends and find the pieces that make you feel empowered, confident, and undeniably stylish with Angela Friedman’s new arrivals.
