When it comes to women’s fashion, it is easy to ask yourself the age-old question: is anything really new? After thousands of years and even more trend cycles, it often feels like you’re seeing the same thing over and over again.
Well, you are. Sort of.
In earlier years, trends followed the “20-year rule” and were seen recycling every two decades or so, like the resurgence of over-the-top fashions from the 80s in the early 2000s. However, with social media gaining traction and new styles becoming more accessible to the masses due to fast fashion, trends are coming back faster than ever before.
However, women’s undergarments are largely excluded from the volatile trend cycles we know today, simply because there is not that much to change (unless, of course, we wanted to harken back to the 1800s and wear stays and chemises). Though some trends do take the women’s undergarment market by storm — like the high-cut bikini panties of the 80s and 90s and the bralette craze in the mid-2010s — we mostly see variations on familiar pieces.
That being said, the brightest minds in fashion have put their heads together (along with major technological advancements) in a renewed effort to truly innovate the women’s undergarment industry as we know it.
These are some of our favorite women’s undergarment trends of 2022 to keep you looking stylish and feeling like the star you are — even if nobody sees you wearing them.
- Women’s String Bikini Underwear
The bikini style of women’s underwear, as the name suggests, is inspired by the iconic swimwear of the same name. The bikini swimsuit has a storied history (you can check out our article all about it here) and the string bikini has been a mainstay since the beginning. String bikini underwear evokes the same sexy vibes, leaving your hips a bit more bare, peeking out from under a single — though usually still supportive — elastic string. If you’re interested in this style, check out our take on the string bikini women’s underwear, which is the perfect mix between full-coverage and barely there. With silky-smooth fabrics and sexy lace trim, this trendy undergarment will make you feel both beach and bedroom ready.
- High Waist Lingerie
Though high waist underwear has been around for decades, it was associated with dowdy, not-so-flattering images, also known as the dreaded granny panties. Luckily, the resurgence of high waist denim, pants, and skirts has led women’s underwear manufacturers to rethink the style. Women’s high waist undergarments are often used as shapewear, like this cheeky style, so it was only natural for these slimming effects to translate into a more flattering style of lingerie. We love this lacy high waist bra and panty set, which combines the stereotypical frilly look of lingerie with the shaping effects of women’s high waist underwear to make you feel confident in your own skin.
- Women’s Trunks and Boxer Briefs
Who says boys get to have all the fun? Let’s face it — men’s underwear styles are far simpler (and often more comfortable) than women’s styles. Luckily, iconic cuts like men’s trunks and boxer briefs can easily be translated to the female body in a way that is both flattering and functional. We especially love matching sets, like this print fabric bra and trunks set or this sporty bra and boxer briefs bundle, both of which can be fully customized with BKage Underwear. These borrowed-from-the-boys styles are suited for working out at the gym or just lounging around the house in total comfort but still manage to look cute enough to take a few selfies.
- Abstract and Full-Coverage Women’s Underwear
Shopping for underwear that is cute and keeps you covered can sometimes prove difficult. You may find a pair of underwear that is adorable, only to realize they do not provide much needed coverage. On the flip side, a different pair may do what they’re supposed to do in terms of privacy for your privates, but look completely uninspired or just plain ugly. Though not every women’s underwear manufacturer is committed to offering its customers undergarments that please the eye and the body, we at BKage have devoted ourselves to doing just that. Check out our fresh take on full-coverage underwear with these lightweight, lacy bikini panties that cover your precious parts with a fun, abstract twist.
- Women’s No-Show Seamless Panties and Thongs
Seamless undergarments may not be the newest innovation in women’s underwear, but it is such a useful one that it is still worth mentioning. Usually made from silky-smooth materials, women’s seamless underwear actually does have seams, but are made with thinner fabric and stitched delicately so that the seams lay flat. This results in an almost invisible effect under tight pants, like leggings, completely obliterating unsightly panty lines. Though thongs lend themselves best to being women’s seamless underwear, you can find no-show underwear in almost every style. Provided that your pants or skirts aren’t sheer, styles like these women’s no-show thongs, seamless boyshorts, or seamless ice-silk bikini panties are lightweight but still offer enough coverage — without you worrying that people may stare at your panty lines.
Want to start your own women’s undergarment trend?
At BKage Underwear, we have dedicated ourselves to offering our customers nearly every type of women’s undergarment style they could possibly want. To get started, all you have to do is pick your favorite one! From there, you will have a plethora of choices to choose between, from fabric type, design, sizing, printing processes, and more. If you want to create your own underwear brand or surprise a friend (or partner!) with a personalized logo, our team can personally help you create your own design to ensure that your women’s undergarment will be completely unique.
If you’re not a fan of any of the women’s underwear trends on this list, don’t fret — start your own trend with BKage Underwear.
