Sacrifice Sexy for the Sake of Eco-Undies?

For ages it seemed that if you wanted to go green in the lingerie department you’d have to sacrifice all semblance of sex appeal and settle for organic cotton granny panties. Clean and green, or sexy and slinky?
Sustainable Lingerie

Fortunately, we no longer have to choose. Designers on the eco-boudoir bandwagon are offering up the most delectable bras and panties you can imagine, crafted from completely sustainable fabrics.

Urban Fox ‘s eco-fabulous naughty bits combine 1940s style with modern sustainable materials like bamboo, tagua nut buttons and natural rubber. We are especially mad for the darling Flint side-tie panties, and just about any of the candy-color stocking sets with their burlesque-style seams and matching boy-shorts bottoms. Although it’s not super clear on the website, all products are made from bamboo and organic cotton, and are designed, dyed and hand-sewn in the U.S.A.

Enamore , a quirky little brand out of Bath, England, is for the playful girl with pinup aspirations. We suggest the flirty Parfait bamboo bra and panty set or leopard-print Bedrock Betty cami and panty set (pictured below) to release your inner bombshell.

Ciel ’s bra and boy-shorts sets have a sporty feel with just a hint of vintage charm. No slipping straps or uncomfortable wedgies here! These feminine pieces are practical enough to wear under everyday clothes , but cute enough that you’ll be happy to show off your knickers. And because they’re made from organic cotton, with natural moisture-wicking properties, you won’t break a sweat looking good.

Pi Organic ’s whisper-soft, organic cotton bras, camis and low-cut panties are fresh, simple and sensual. We’ll take a set in each contrasting-trim color, please!

Spreegirl has got you covered (but just in the right places). Be careful when browsing—not everything is green. But the line does pieces in hemp and bamboo , like the 93%-bamboo New Rave cami with super-cute color blocking, perfectly paired with an adorable hip-hugger—or perhaps an adorable tree-hugger? Hmm…

Through June, enter “stilet06” at checkout and get 15% off purchases at Urban Fox .

—Monica Schweiger

Veteran stylist Monica Schweiger is equally at home dressing up musicians such as Lady Gaga, Rilo Kiley and Katy Perry as she is styling Hollywood celebrities like eco-activist Alicia Silverstone, Camilla Belle and Evan Rachel Wood. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, Monica worked behind the fashion scenes for over 10 years as a stylist and editor (Details, New York Magazine, W and Women’s Wear Daily), creating trendsetting looks from today’s most celebrated designers as well as up-and-coming talent. After producing several green issues for WWD, Monica became fascinated with sustainable style; she leaves no stone unturned in her hunt for the best and brightest in eco-friendly fashion.