Trends

My Salon International de la Lingerie trend report was so long that I decided we’d do the usual look back at last year’s trend forecast in a separate article. Here are four key trends I thought we’d be seeing in 2024, and whether we in fact did or not…

It’s that time of year again when I share my lingerie trend predictions for the coming two seasons, but this time we’re doing things a little differently! For the first time since I began covering the lingerie industry back in 2012, I finally went to one of the industry’s major trade shows: the Salon International de la Lingerie.

January completely got away from me, so before we get any further into 2024 and this article becomes a bit redundant, it’s time to share my lingerie trend predictions for the year (well, ten and three-quarter months) ahead! Plus, a look back at last year’s predictions and whether we ended up seeing what I’d expected we would.

One thing I do not personally appreciate is constantly looking for ways to hide my bra straps and band. So, what if I told you that some designers have created bra bands and straps that are meant to be showcased as fashion statements within your outfits?

I’m a little late with it this year but… new year, new lingerie trend predictions! As usual, we’ll be reviewing my 2022 lingerie trend predictions and whether I got them right or wrong first. My top 2022 lingerie trend was vibrant colour, and boy did we see a lot of that.

Remember when I reviewed a Marina V bra back in March and said I’d try to do a round-up of similar pieces, because it was definitely becoming a small but noticeable lingerie trend? Yeah, I forgot. But lately I’m seeing this bra style pop up more and more, so I’ve finally put that list together!

The more unique or ultra-pretty pieces I add to my lingerie collection, the more I find myself trying to ‘sneak’ some of them into my outerwear. A strappy bra peeking out from under a top there, a slip worn as a summer dress there – there’s usually a way to slip a little lingerie in if you want to.

Bows on lingerie seems to be a very polarising design feature. They’re everywhere, so it’s little wonder some people are bored of them, but it is worth knowing the reasons they’re so ubiquitous. And personally, I’m thrilled that bows are having a bit of an extra popular moment in lingerie right now!

What better way to kick off 2022’s content than with my annual lingerie trend predictions? I’m going to start by reviewing last year’s predictions to see if I got them right or not, and then we’ll move onto the trends that I think you’re going to be seeing all over your Instagram feeds and in your local lingerie stores moving forwards.

From saturated aqua and turquoise shades to a true primary blue, this summer lingerie trend feels fresh, fun and statement-making. It’s been picked up by budget-friendly and luxury brands alike; here are 18 of my favourite looks to check out, from everyday basics to fancier sets.