Womens Lingerie Over The Past 20 Years

There are a few, but they are a rare find in a field of hard young bodies. When you age, you also get soft in some places---even if, like me, you work out with weights three times a week. And while hot may not be used to describe many older women, there's no reason it shouldn't be.

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It turns out that the one thing the geriatric crowd has over younger generations is self-confidence. I've got it in spades. I don't compare myself to others, and I'm long past caring what others think of me. Aging is liberating, in that regard.

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But even if I were married, I wouldn't feel less attractive or desirable because of my age. And lingerie turns out to be a big part of that body-positivity equation. Yes, there are styles I no longer wear, only because they don't make me feel or look my best---or my tastes have changed. But there are plenty of other looks that rock my 60-something self. And sometimes I like to dress in something that excites both myself and my romantic partner.

Today I'm taking a look at fabrics, cuts, and designs that flatter aging bodies. If you haven't bought any date night lingerie in awhile, here's a chance to celebrate your still hot senior self. And I found a few images of older women models in lingerie, just to prove my point.

Holly Jackson recently wrote an excellent post on bodysuits for full and plus size busts. And it's a reminder that this lingerie style works on women of all shapes, sizes, and ages. Plus, they are easy to layer under jackets and pants (creating a little suspense at dinner, perhaps). Teddies offer a more relaxed or tailored fit and typically feature elastic waistbands.

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I don't know about you, but I am long past the years of wearing open cup bras---which I likely aged out of at 16. Instead, I pick bright, colorful underwire lace sets or easy-to-maneuver front-closing bras. Matching knickers are a must. In my view, all bra sets should make you feel fabulous. So why not share? My only caveat is to ensure you're comfortable with the cut of the bottoms.

Seems obvious that you might want to wear one of these styles. It's typically in the sexy category of lingerie. But if you're self-conscious about your lower half, look for mid-length versions. If floppy boobs are your issue, choose underwires and fully adjustable straps. Stretch lace is a great equalizer and will camouflage lumps, bumps, or scars. Sheer fabrics and stretchy knits work the same way, too.

Yes, robes are very, very sexy. They're an excellent way to keep some visual mystery until you decide it's time to take it off. Wearing anything underneath is optional. And the best part is that you can choose from a range of materials and price options. I recommend investing in luxury styles in this category---because you deserve it. Plus you'll get years of wear from one of these exquisitely well-made pieces.

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What do you think of older women in lingerie advertising? Do you enjoy shopping for and wearing lingerie for yourself or a partner? Does age matter?While lingerie has been around for centuries, it hasn't always looked like the present-day version that comes to mind. From corsets and bloomers to thongs, push-ups, and bralettes, click through to see how much undergarments have transformed through the years.

Corsets date all the way back to the 16th century, and their influence is still around today in the form of controversial waist-trainers, lace-up lingerie, and even modern-day belts. Here, a wedding corset with a sweetheart neckline demonstrates the popular hip boning element for an exaggerated silhouette.

Here, Italian-French opera singer Adelina Patti wears a corset with ribbon detailing on the front, differentiating it from designs where laces were typically featured on the back.

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Not all corsets were white or neutral. In the 1880s, colored styles, like this blue and gold one, became more prevalent. More attention was put on making the designs of undergarments just as spectacular and intricate as the dresses worn over them.

In this time period, corsets took on a different form and often featured lacy bloomers or shorts that connected to them. Here, a woman from the Victorian era poses in front of a mirror, showing her undergarments off.

If you've seen any historical movie set around the 19th or 20th century, you'll know that women's pajamas wore typically sheer white nightgowns to bed. This style's looser and flowy-er silhouette was a far cry from the sexy (and extremely tight!) corsets.

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The hard-to-breathe-in-them lace-up designs were still around in the 1900s. During this time, longline styles, which extended well past the hips, were A Thing. Not only did this cinch the waist due to the structured boning and tight laces, but it further exaggerated the the wearer's waistline.

This undergarment style, which included knee-length knickers, was similar to bloomers. However, while the more billowy bloomers often added more volume, these design tapered close to the legs and were and less frilly.

Half-slips, or two-piece sets, were popular during the '20s. Here, a woman wears a lace longline bralette with matching elastic shorts, but the bottoms could be in the form of a skirt as well.

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Unlike half-slips, which were two separate pieces, this style was one dress which normally stopped right above the knee. Matching over-the-knee stockings were often paired with them, like the ones pictured here.

Corsets took a lot of time to lace up, so it was only natural for another cinching device—that required less effort—to take its place. Enter: The girdle. The elasticized fabric made it easier to stretch over the wearer's waist, and the design featured suspender clips to hold up sheer stockings.

Simultaneously, matching robe and chemise combinations, made a splash in the '30s. Nightgowns and loungewear began to take a fashionable turn with details like lace insets and sashes, which sharply contrasted the more plain, shapeless styles that had been prevalent.

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While the strapless bra technically popped up in the '30s, it took some time to catch on and have widespread use. Here, a model poses in one of bra designer Jack Glick's strapless styles in 1946.

Clearly, the '40s was a time of lingerie ingenuity. Apparently Charles L. Langs invented these stick-ons so women could achieve an even tan when sunbathing without having to struggle with their bathing suit straps.

During this decade, midi dresses and skirts were spotted everywhere and so were the petticoats worn underneath them. The tiered layers added more volume to women's ensembles—as well as a subtle touch of sexiness if you could see the lace peak out from under the hem.

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Sexy sleepwear became more prevalent in the '50s, as evidenced by these sheer nighties worn over high-waisted bottoms and matching bras. The nightgowns typically had a scoop neckline featuring a ruffle or two for some extra pizzazz.

Ruffles and frills were added to the edges of almost all lingerie in this period: bra cups, straps, underwear—you name it. The voluminous effect made the pieces seem more playful.

Also common in this era? Dainty chemises, like the one pictured here. This drop waist style features lace trim, spaghetti straps, and a sheer pleated skirt that reflected the fashion of the day.

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When bohemian culture dominated in the '70s, it was also reflected in the lingerie. Take this lacy bodysuit with a built-in skirt, for instance. It was less overtly sexy and gave off more of a care-free spirit which embodied the time period.

Loud patterns were also part of '70s style (polka dots, paisleys, plaid, etc.), so this floral embroidered bra and panty set makes total sense for the time. The dark contrasting ensures that it makes a bold statement, while the bottoms have a slight ruching reminiscent of the previous decade's frilly trend.

Lace-up dresses, vests, and blouses surged in popularity at this time too, and the same trend was reflected in some undergarments, like this matching white set with a criss-cross detail at the cleavage.

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The eye-catching colors and metallic fabrics of the '80s were a huge leap from the romantic hippy vibes of the previous decade. Take this model's purple set, for example. And perhaps even more eighties than the hue and material were the prevalent high-cut silhouettes of underwear, also seen here.

Cone—or bullet—bras were nothing new (the '40s and '50s also had this going on), but when Madonna wore hers, it made the shape go down in brassiere history. Here, she wore a black teddy with pointed tassels on the bra cups while performing in Los Angeles.

Nineties maximalist fashion trends were certainly not boring. The mismatched colors and patterns that appeared in lingerie was a reflection of the more is more mindset of this decade.

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Contrastingly, a concurrent minimalism trend (think simple slip dresses, spaghetti straps, and pastel colors) was also popular, and manifested itself in undergarments too. Take this basic, but pretty set in a pewter shade modeled by Tyra Banks.

Head-to-toe matching get ups, like Paris Hilton's white bra,