However, for those looking to open gifts in private, matching bras and panties in colors and prints are hot, says Syndi Salat, manager of Schwartz Intimate Apparel, Wilmette. There is also a resurgence in chenille robes in colorful art deco styles, according to Salat.
Once again, lacy body suits are big sellers this season. “They can take a suit from daytime into evening,” said Paula Brady of Neiman Marcus, Northbrook. “Indulging in underpinning is one way to get the designer feel without the huge prices.”
– For a holiday gift that’s not too personal, try a 100 percent cotton, V-neck nightshirt in assorted prints ($20) at Nordstrom, Chicago and suburbs.
– Wrap up a black and red plaid bra ($16) and matching bikini panty with lace insert ($8) by Bamboo in a lace lingerie bag ($14) at Schwartz Intimate Apparel.
– A black satin braslette with open cup stitching goes down to the hip with garters by Natori ($60) at Schwartz Intimate Apparel.
– Keep warm with a 100 percent cotton, white thermal nightgown with a turtleneck and lace trim on the collar and cuffs by Hanky Panky ($65) at I See London.
– A beige, lightweight body suit by Smoothie ($39) is perfect with backless Holiday dresses at Intimatique, Deerfield.
– An elegant holiday moment begins with an olive and black brocade robe with black velvet shawl collar and cuffs by Jonquil ($389) at Neiman Marcus, Chicago and suburbs; a matching black nightgown is trimmed with lace ($144).
– Change the mood of a daytime suit with a black, sheer illusion bodysuit with lace border at the collar and bodice by Jonquil ($208) at Neiman Marcus, Chicago and suburbs.
