Lingerie For Your Wedding Day...And Night!

You've finally found the wedding dress of your dreams. Now's the time to choose lingerie that's just as special.

For under the gown, most brides prefer a beautiful bra or bustier. Choose an undergarment that's compatible with the style of your gown. A smooth undergarment is best underneath a body-hugging silk gown, while lacier bras are fine under lacy or beaded wedding dresses. Off-the-shoulder dresses require strapless foundations; other dresses require bustiers with low backs. Shop for your lingerie at a store with experienced fitters and a wide selection of bridal lingerie to choose from: every bra and bustier fits differently, and you'll want to find the one most beautiful and comfortable for your special day. A matching panty or thong completes the look. Most bridal shops prefer that you have all your lingerie in time for your first dress fitting.

Bridal hosiery can be romantic lace-topped stockings, to be worn with bustier or garter belt, thigh highs, which stay up on their own, or pantyhose, in either sheer to the waist or control top versions. Modern brides often opt for sheers with a bit of sheen, in white or ivory. A bridal garter is also chosen to complement the wedding dress: silk for a simple dress, matching lace for an elaborate ensemble. Many choose a garter with a blue rosette or ribbon, to satisfy the "something blue" tradition. Some brides pick an embellished garter as a keepsake and choose a simpler one to throw. A bridal hanky is another future keepsake with present practicality.

Wedding night finery can be as individual as the bride herself. Bridal peignoir sets range from the long and lacy to the short and sleek. In addition to the ever-popular white, ivory and even soft pastels are often chosen. A relative of the bride or bridal party member often purchases the wedding night peignoir. But a smart bride can scout out the choices early and register her preferences at a lingerie store that maintains a "Wish List" registry. If you're planning a honeymoon, you'll want to select some additional items as well. A sheer black nightie, sexy teddy or romantic camisole and panty set are just some of the possibilities. It's also a good time to review the contents of your underwear drawer, and refresh your collection of bras and panties. And don't forget silk boxers or briefs for your groom!

With a little attention, and some help from a good lingerie store, selecting your wedding lingerie can be a fun and exciting part of planning your wedding day and night.