Chemises and Camisoles: the Perfect Feminine Touch

Have you ever sat and wondered what is underneath the blouse of the very efficient but kind of uptight woman who is running the show at your office? Or, have you ever stopped to think about what would make your outfit just a little better? Chemises and camisoles are perfect choices to wear, a little touch of lacy femininity to change any outfit from boring and business like to girly and adorable in the blink of an eye. It is also a great way to layer your outfit but stay cool. Nice chemises and camisoles can stand in for a blouse or other item under a suit jacket on a hot summer day, keeping you from turning into a sticky, sweaty mess.

Both the chemise and camisole come in a number of different materials, making them perfect lingerie for year round wear. In the summer months, look for chemise and camisoles in cotton and thin silky materials. In the fall and winter months, cotton can be a good choice; opting for thicker cotton makes them feel more substantial and warmer, perfect for thin layers that keep you warm without adding bulk.

You should have a selection of chemise and camisoles in your closet for different times of the day or the year and to wear in different situations. Neutrals like whites, blacks and beiges are a good start to your wardrobe while other colors can be good and will look like outer wear rather than just underwear.

If you are wearing your chemise or camisole as outer clothing, make sure that they are not so thin that you can see right through them or you lose the whole effect. A little lace is one thing; a chemise that is entirely made of lace can be a problem.

There are times when wearing a chemise or camisole can be a good choice and times when they might be a little less appropriate. If you are wearing them as business wear, you should keep in mind that you want to present an appearance of success, not just a flirty girl. You can be feminine and still successful; it is only a matter of finding the right balance with your lingerie choice and the clothes that you wear.