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The Romance of Lingerie: Why It Still Takes Our Breath Away

Whisper-soft silk, intricate lace, and a hue that twinkles like twilight, lingerie like this isn’t just worn, it’s experienced. It invites you to savor the quiet luxury of feeling beautiful, confident, and completely yourself. Shown is the Serenade Silk Chemise and the Moonlight Serenade Silk Short Robe, both in the color Serenade. Photo: Juliannarae.com

When you think of romance, do the images in your mind drift to handwritten love notes, a bouquet, maybe a candlelit dinner?  There’s another symbol of romance that’s on our minds today, one often hidden, quite literally… lingerie! 

Lingerie is more than just a shimmer of silk and delicate lace.  It’s a quiet language of intimacy and a form of self-expression, a centuries-old symbol of desire and connection.  So, have you ever wondered what it is about lingerie that makes it so romantic?

Lingerie as dark as ink, trimmed with delicate lace, embodies quiet romance and timeless grace. It’s a reminder that self-love is the most beautiful kind of love. Shown is a silk camisole, silk tap pant and silk wrap in the color ink from the Indulgence Collection. Photo: Juliannarae.com

For starters, lingerie is about intention.  Unlike your everyday undergarments, chosen because of their practicality, lingerie is selected with thought and care.  Whether you’re wearing it for a partner or simply for yourself, it represents a desire to feel special and adds a layer of beauty.

Lingerie helps us celebrate ourselves.  It is just as much a celebration of the self as it is a gesture toward someone else.  Romance doesn’t always require a partner!  When you slip into beautiful pieces like a silk bra and panty or a lacy chemise, these pieces fill you with confidence, poise, and empowerment.   And, there’s something deeply romantic about honoring our bodies, our femininity, and our sensuality.

Nothing is more romantic than a hint of lace and a shimmer of silk on a bra and panty like this pair from the Indulgence collection, shown in a deep, heart-fluttering red called Cerise. Photo: Juliannarae.com

One of the reasons lingerie feels so romantic is its element of mystery.  Creating intrigue with its subtlety, lingerie is often hidden underneath layers of everyday clothing, lying close to the skin.  It’s not about exposure but about suggestion.  Romance thrives in the space between what is known and what is about to be discovered, offering a glimpse, a tease, a promise of intimacy to come. 

Perhaps the most romantic thing about lingerie is that it doesn’t require perfection.   Well-made lingerie looks beautiful on all body shapes.  The soft drape of silk and the beauty of intricately designed lace against the skin invites touch, closeness, and presence.  It turns a moment into something more!

Turn up the romance for the bride with a silk camisole and tap pant or short nightgown, paired with a matching thong that she will wear more often than the dress! Pictured is the Serenade Silk Chemise in the color alabaster. Photo: Juliannarae.com

Since the 1800s, lingerie has been a part of romantic rituals like bridal trousseaus, anniversary gifts, and romantic getaways, Oh là là!  It’s like a love letter you wear.  Whether written to your partner or yourself, the message is the same… “I am worth slowing down for, I am worth celebrating.”  And that’s what makes lingerie a lasting symbol of romance.

Ready to fall in love?  Explore our collection of romantic lingerie and discover a new way to celebrate yourself every day.  See you in the next blog!

Deb Fries works with the Julianna Rae team to offer the best shopping experience for quality silk and cotton sleepwear while also writing for the blog at Juliannarae.com.