Camisole Sets Are Sexy Lingerie At Its Best

A new trend in wearing camisole tops as outerwear is partly
responsible for camisole sets enjoying a surge of recent
popularity. Camisole sets, like many sexy lingerie items, have a
rich and varied history. Provided here is a brief look at the
history of camisole sets.

Chemises

Besides loincloths, chemises are perhaps the oldest known form
of underwear for both men and women. Historically, chemises were
long, simple pieces that were worn underneath the clothes of
both men and women, beginning in the medieval era. Although
chemises never really disappeared until the early 20th century,
changing fashions required variants on the chemise to be
created. Perhaps the biggest changes in the history of lingerie
occurred with the rise of the corset.

Of Corsets and Camisoles

Corsetry began in the Renaissance period, when straight, boyish
figures went out of fashion and décolletage became the new
ideal. Corsets of this era were fairly rudimentary and fit
easily underneath the chemises of the time. As corsetry became
more elaborate and dress styles changed, however, it was
necessary to find a garment that would hide the corset without
adding unwanted bulk. The solution was the camisole. Camisole
sets, however, were far in the future.

By the Victorian era, a tiny waist and large bosom were
considered the height of fashion. This effect was achieved
through the tightlacing of heavy corsets. However, traditional
chemises were quite long, effectively hiding the corset but
adding the illusion of weight. The new camisoles, by contrast,
were short and light. They easily hid corsets but were not
bulky. Camisoles quickly joined chemises as must-have fashion
items. As modern panties had not yet been invented, however,
camisole sets were not yet available.

Teddies

Thanks to the increasing athleticism of young women at the turn
of the 20th century, bloomers became extremely popular.
Meanwhile, corsets were no longer in fashion due to mounting
concerns over possible health risks. In this climate, the teddy
was born. Teddies could be considered the earliest example of
camisole sets. At that time, teddies were one-piece garments
featuring a camisole attached to a pair of baggy shorts.

The 1920s

The flapper era of the 1920s was a time for increased
liberation for many women. This era marks the beginning of the
sexy lingerie age. As teddies became shorter, tighter and
sexier, some designers experimented with separating the two
pieces. This was the beginning of modern camisole sets.

The 1930s to the 1980s

Sexy lingerie styles gradually became progressively more
risqué, particularly during the sexual revolution of the 1960s
and 1970s. However, it was the heady aftermath of the sexual
revolution that would dramatically change lingerie styles
forever.

The 1980s

Stars like Madonna ushered in a new trend - underwear as
outerwear. For the first time, lingerie came out of the bedroom
and onto the world stage. This underwear as outerwear trend set
the stage for the camisole sets of today.

Modern Camisole Sets

Today, camisoles are a basic staple in the wardrobes of females
from teens to adults. Camisole tops and matching panties are
generally sold as camisole sets. The panties may remain hidden,
but increasingly, the tops are designed to be worn as outerwear.
A typical camisole top serves multiple functions. It can be worn
alone with jeans or a skirt. It can provide an interesting
layered effect when worn under a sheer top of a contrasting
colour. It can also provide an important layer when dressing for
cold weather.

Many of today's camisole sets are designed strictly for the
bedroom. Look for sexy lingerie styles in a wide range of
fabrics, styles and colours. Soft and comfortable yet highly
sexy, camisole sets offer a wonderful option for sexy lingerie.


About The Author: Amanda Cotterill has been involved in the
sexy lingerie market in the UK for many years. This article
outlines the benefits of women choosing the perfect camisole
sets of the type shown on
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