7 lingerie brands that won’t break the bank
We often seem to think high-quality, beautiful, sexy lingerie must be unaffordable, or an underwear drawer revamp should be reserved for special occasions like Valentine’s Day.
While plenty of brands—like your Agent Provocateurs, La Perlas, and Kiki De Monparnasses—do indeed offer gorgeous pieces for fairly high price points, there are just as many—if not more!—labels that offer equally as stunning pieces for a fraction of the price.
Provocative, sleek, shaping, or perfect for every day, these brands all have one thing in common: they’re super affordable. If your lingerie collection is in need of a facelift, read on to discover our seven favourite lingerie brands that won’t break the bank.
Italian for “beautiful thing”, lingerie brand Cosabella was founded by husband and wife duo Valeria and Ugo Campello in 1983.
Linking classic Italian craftsmanship with modern-day designs, all Cosabella pieces ring in at under $160.
The brand is best known for its totally seamless stretch-lace and “comfy” approach to sexy lingerie. At Cosabella, beautiful underwear doesn’t have to be fussy, restricting, or hand-wash-only.
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Cosabella
Evolution Mesh-Inset Soft Bra Black
$59.50
$79.00
Neiman Marcus
Cosabella
Soire Confidence Classic Thong Blue
$15.99
Rue La La
Cosabella
Paradiso Lace Triangle Bralette Purple
$95.00
Anthropologie
Cosabella
Savona Lowrider Thong Blue
$19.99
Rue La La
Cosabella
Lianella High-Neck Lace Bralette Black
$95.00
Anthropologie
Cosabella
Magnolia Longline Underwire Bra Blue
$22.99
Rue La La
Cosabella
Never Say Never Bralette Green
$19.00
Rue La La
Cosabella
Dena Triangle Bralette Brown
$28.00
Rue La La
Lingerie doesn’t get more iconic than this: Calvin Klein is possibly the most famous underwear brand in the world, with its signature waistband becoming a statement accessory in its own right.
Starting in 1982 with a line of sleek, form-fitting briefs and boxer shorts, Calvin Klein went on to revolutionise the underwear industry, making us rethink our relationship with intimates. In the 90s the brand expanded with a womenswear line, which followed the same principles of minimalism and comfort as the menswear.
From viral campaigns to affordable and comfortable basics, Calvin Klein is as relevant and popular as ever.
Calvin Klein
Sleeveless Sport Tank Top - Black
$102.05
Italist
Calvin Klein
3pk Thong Blue
$28.00
Rue La La
Calvin Klein
Performance Stretch Leggings - Black
$113.57
Italist
Calvin Klein
Perfectly Fit Bra Black
$48.50
Anthropologie
Calvin Klein
Athletic Black Trousers - Black
$126.19
Italist
Calvin Klein
3pk Bikini Pink
$28.00
Rue La La
Another of the most iconic brands of today, lifestyle label Diesel isn’t just known for its high-quality denim or its recent revamp under Glen Martens’ creative direction: Diesel underwear is famous for its high-quality fabrics and breathable designs.
From everyday cotton basics to sexy lace bustiers, the label has something for everyone. In late 2024, Diesel collaborated with Rihanna’s inclusive lingerie brand Savage x Fenty on a capsule collection inspired by the former’s edgy aesthetic and the latter’s commitment to body positivity.
Diesel
Logo-Jacquard Ribbed Cotton Bralette - White
$69.35
Italist
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Diesel
Bottom Of Swimsuit JODIE-UTLT, Womens, Navy Blue
$43.60
$109.00
Vitkac
Diesel
Cotton-Blend Bralette - White
$97.60
Italist
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Diesel
Bottom Of The Swimsuit LOLA-D-POP, Womens, Black
$34.00
$85.00
Vitkac
Diesel
Cotton-Stretch Briefs - Black
$102.44
Italist
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Diesel
Top Of The MELANIA-D-POP Swimsuit, Womens, Multicolour
$43.60
$109.00
Vitkac
Diesel
Logo Underband Tank Top - Black
$104.75
Italist
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Diesel
Top Of The CORINNE-UTLT Swimsuit, Womens, Grey Gray
$63.60
$159.00
Vitkac
Commando’s luxurious no-show intimates and tights are a “kit staple” for top runway designers, A-listers (Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, Kendall Jenner, Zoë Kravitz, and Priyanka Chopra, just to name a few), and celebrity stylists, so they’re probably good enough for you, too!
What makes Commando underwear so special is the rigorous multi-sized fit process that every piece goes through. Even the founder, designer, and CEO Kerry O’Brien personally tests each new design to determine fit and performance.
Commando is also well-known for its exclusive fabrics: the patented Butter by Commando™ and their famous stretchy faux leather are fan-favourites.
Commando
Ballet Racer Turtleneck Microfiber Bodysuit Black
$108.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Commando
Sexy Sheer Lace-Waist Tights Beige
$44.00
Neiman Marcus
Commando
Butter Soft-Support Tank Bodysuit Black
$118.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Commando
Butter Scoop-Neck Modal Tank Beige
$68.00
Neiman Marcus
Commando
Control Body Shorts Black
$64.00
Neiman Marcus
Commando
Butter Hipster Briefs Beige
$38.00
Neiman Marcus
Commando
Butter Wire-Free Bralette Black
$74.00
Neiman Marcus
Founded by Anine and Nicolai Bing, ANINE BING aims to blend Scandinavian style and American energy into sleek and modern wardrobe essentials.
Their lingerie collection follows the same design direction, with timeless and romantic lace bras, soft bodysuits, lace-trimmed camisoles, and elegant swimwear.
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Anine Bing
Bria racer back top - women - Polyamide/Elastane - L - Black
$77.00
$127.00
FARFETCH
Anine Bing
Dorothy top - women - Rayon/Silk - S - Black
$247.00
FARFETCH
Anine Bing
Sully Sporty Crew Socks Black
$35.00
Anthropologie
Anine Bing
Tank Top - Black
$181.25
Italist
Anine Bing
Sully Sporty Crew Socks Red
$35.00
Anthropologie
Anine Bing
Eyelash Lace Bralette in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$100.00
Nordstrom
Anine Bing
Elina black sports top in technical jersey
$140.00
TheDoubleF
Anine Bing
Ivory Lace Bra With Trim at Nordstrom, Size X-Large White
$100.00
Nordstrom
The Parisian family-owned label Chantelle has been designing lingerie since 1876, making it one of the most established underwear brands in the world.
In addition to creating its iconic stretch Kretz tulle in the 1930s, the business was a pioneer in elastic knits and introduced the first seamless bra in the 1970s.
In more recent years Chantelle has introduced their 360º degree stretch SoftStretch fabric and created Chantelle One, the first-ever circular, 100% recyclable collection of bras and briefs.
Chantelle
Comfort Ribbed Stretch-cotton Briefs - White - L
$23.18
Harvey Nichols
Chantelle
Low-Rise Lace Hipster Briefs Black
$50.00
Neiman Marcus
Chantelle
Champs Elysees Hipster Briefs
$64.00
Neiman Marcus
Chantelle
Fleur Sheer Floral-Embroidered Hipster Brief Black
$64.00
Neiman Marcus
Chantelle
Soft Stretch Hipster Briefs, Three-Pack Black
$54.00
Neiman Marcus
Chantelle
Norah Chic Tanga Thong
$38.00
Neiman Marcus
Chantelle
Soft Stretch Regular Briefs Pink
$22.00
Neiman Marcus
Chantelle
Soft Stretch Microfiber Thong Beige
$22.00
Neiman Marcus
Shapewear has had a huge comeback in recent years thanks to trends like naked dressing, so no underwear brands list worth its salt would be complete without the OG shapewear label: SPANX.
With the mission to solve wardrobe woes, SPANX offers, besides their iconic footless pantyhose, nude-coloured control panties, lace pieces, figure-smoothing shorts, basques, bodysuits, and bralettes, as well as activewear, leggings, and even jeans.
Spanx
Undie-tectable Lace-trimmed Seamless Briefs - Black - XL (UK16 /xl)
$32.20
Harvey Nichols
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Spanx
Power Capri Shaper Tights Black
$22.80
$38.00
Neiman Marcus
Spanx
Boyshort Green
$19.99
Rue La La
Spanx
shape Invisible Girlshorts Black
$52.00
Neiman Marcus
Spanx
Thong Green
$19.99
Rue La La
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Spanx
Shaping Sheers Beige
$22.80
$38.00
Neiman Marcus
Spanx
High-Leg Brief Green
$15.99
Rue La La
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Spanx
Illusion Lace Full Coverage Bra Black
$54.60
$78.00
Neiman Marcus
Spanx
Bikini Brown
$19.99
Rue La La
Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler
