2025 Canada Lingerie Trends: Insights on Elegant, Comfortable Lace & Silk and Size‑Inclusive Design

What’s driving the 2025 lingerie moment in Canada

Runway trends from FW25—captured in an industry study combining Salon International de la Lingerie and Tagwalk data—have pushed lingerie aesthetics into mainstream fashion. Key signals include large increases in sheer, visible, and lace-focused looks. For Canadian assortments in 2025, expect these runway-led aesthetics (sheer panels, lace overlays, exposed-bra styling) to influence product selections, in-store displays and streetwear interpretations.

Why this matters to readers: - Designers and buyers can match consumer expectations for both elegance and comfort. - Retailers can build assortments that prioritize fit and inclusivity. - Shoppers can identify features that combine luxury fabrics with everyday wearability.

Key trend highlights for Canada in 2025

• “Unveiled bodies” and visibility: Tagwalk/Salon data shows a 229% increase in runway references to unveiled-body styling and a notable rise in visible underwear. This validates the move to hybrid pieces meant to be seen, not hidden.
• Lace and transparency: Lace mentions rose by 45% and transparency by 24% on FW25 runways—favoring delicate overlays, sheer panels and strategic cutouts.
• Neutrals and tonal palettes: Neutral tones surged (+246%), so expect wide use of skin-tone neutrals and muted palettes in silk and lace, with select statement colors and classic black for evening pieces.
• Comfort-forward constructions: Wireless tops, soft-cup bralettes, seamless briefs and bonded seams are core to the comfort-elegance mix.
• Wellness and loungewear crossover: Growth in elevated homewear and lounge pieces positions silk chemises, lace‑trimmed camis and lounge sets as wellness-oriented wardrobe staples.
• Size inclusivity momentum: Mainstream inclusive practices—extended size ranges and diverse model casting—are becoming industry expectations rather than nice-to-haves.

Fabrics and constructions that balance elegance and comfort

• Silk as a base: Use silk (or certified silk blends) for inner layers and pieces that benefit from breathability and a smooth hand. Silk reads as luxe while supporting everyday comfort.
• Lace for visual elegance: Delicate stretch lace provides the refined aesthetic signaled by FW25 while allowing for stretch where fit matters.
• Modern stretch fabrics: Microfibers, mesh and elastane-containing blends offer stretch, recovery and durability—useful in panels or full garments requiring flexibility.
• Hybrid constructions: Combine silk inner layers with lace overlays and microfibre stretch panels to achieve a luxe feel that moves comfortably with the body.
• Comfort-first engineering: Prioritize wireless soft-cup options, bralettes with supportive banding, seamless technology and bonded or taped seams to reduce irritation and visible lines.

Practical product mix recommendations for designers and retailers

• Prioritize several silhouettes across all size ranges: bralettes (wireless/soft cup), soft-cup molded bras, seamless briefs, bodysuits, camisoles, and elevated loungewear.
• Technical specifications: include elastane content for stretch, reinforce side support in larger cups, and offer multiple cup constructions (soft cup, molded, side-support) to cover different fit needs.
• Durability and care: specify reinforced stitching at stress points, use long-lasting stretch lace, and provide clear care instructions to extend garment life.

Size inclusivity: technical and merchandising actions

• Grading and fit: extend technical grading across band/cup and numeric sizes; ensure pattern adjustments maintain intended silhouette across scales.
• Stocking parity: keep key silhouettes available in the full size range to avoid “limited” options for larger sizes.
• Fit options: offer multiple cup constructions and extended band sizes; include fit notes and size guides to help shoppers choose.
• Representation: use diverse casts in imagery and in-store mannequins to normalize varied body types and promote wearer empowerment.

Merchandising and styling as outerwear

FW25 runway cues support styling lingerie as intentional outerwear: - In-store vignettes: pair lace bralettes under blazers, silk camisoles with tailored suiting, and bodysuits with denim or skirts to show day-to-night versatility. - Visual merchandising: present hybrid pieces in both lingerie and lifestyle contexts (wellness, suiting, eveningwear) to broaden perceived use. - Cross-category displays: create bundles or styling ideas that link lingerie with outerwear categories, demonstrating how pieces can be layered for everyday outfits.

Color, palette and seasonal planning

• Core palette: prioritize skin-tone neutrals, muted earths and soft pastels in silk and lace fabrics to reflect the +246% neutral trend.
• Accent options: offer a curated selection of statement colors and black for night or occasionwear, rather than flooding assortments with too many bold hues.
• Seasonal rotations: adapt the neutral-first strategy for the majority of basic and best-selling items, reserving seasonal inserts for trend-driven colors or prints.

Wellness and elevated loungewear crossover

• Product types: silk chemises, lace-trimmed camis, elevated lounge sets and loose bodystockings fit the “wellness” narrative and appeal to consumers seeking comfort-plus-luxury.
• Messaging: frame pieces around self-care, comfort and craftsmanship—focus on fabric benefits, feel and versatility rather than transactional claims.
• Retail placement: dedicate a curated wellness/loungewear section or in-store experience to highlight fabric touchpoints and suggested uses.

Sourcing, events and market signals for Canada

• Trade shows and sourcing: Curve Montreal (Aug 11–12, 2025) is a timely opportunity for Canadian buyers, designers and retailers to sample FW25-influenced collections and meet international suppliers. Use such shows to evaluate materials, meet mills and examine grading examples in person.
• Supplier criteria: specify fabric performance (stretch, recovery, washability), sustainability credentials where possible, and minimum durability standards for lace and silk blends.

Sustainability, materials and care guidance

• Material choices: prefer certified silk or silk blends for inner layers, combine with recycled microfibers and durable stretch lace to improve longevity and reduce waste.
• Care and longevity: include clear care instructions to avoid premature wear; recommend gentle detergent, low-heat drying or flat drying for delicate fabrics.
• Circular approaches: consider repair services, take-back programs or repair guidance as part of a broader sustainability strategy and value proposition.

Fit guidance for consumers and store staff

• Try-on tips: advise consumers to test for comfort in motion (raise arms, sit), check band fit (snug but not constricting), and pay attention to side and underarm support for larger cup sizes.
• Staff training: equip fit advisors with knowledge on different cup constructions, grading differences and how stretch lace behaves across sizes.

Closing summary

In 2025, Canada’s lingerie landscape is shaped by runway-driven aesthetics and practical consumer demands: elegant lace and silk details appear alongside comfort-focused constructions and a clear expectation for size inclusivity. Retailers and designers who blend luxurious materials with smart engineering—while prioritizing inclusive sizing and thoughtful merchandising—can meet evolving shopper needs and present lingerie as both a personal luxury and a functional wardrobe staple.

Sources

• Salon International de la Lingerie — FW25 catalogue and Tagwalk study highlights (January 2025). https://assets.wsn.community/uploads/visitors/onsite/whosnext-jan25/Catalogue-Salon-International-de-la-Lingerie-Jan25.pdf

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