A half slip is lingerie worn under skirts and dresses to add a layer of fabric, help clothing fall properly, and protect legs from irritation. They come in different lengths and materials, with neutral colors being most common. Petti-pants are similar but styled like shorts.
A half slip is a piece of lingerie worn under skirts and dresses. It starts at the waist and falls to the knee or below, but does not cover any part of the torso. Half-slips serve three main purposes: to add a layer of fabric under a thin or sheer material, to help a skirt or dress fall properly on the body without clinging to a woman’s legs, and to provide a layer of material between a thick or rough material, such as wool, to protect the legs from irritation. Slips can be used for any of these three reasons.
These lingerie pieces are commonly made from nylon, cotton, knit, silk, or a combination of any of these fabrics. Nylon is the most common material used because it does not stick or stick to clothing or legs and is very good at preventing static cling. Slips generally have an elasticated waist and A-line styling, though some may be fuller and more flowy than others. Unlike a full slip, a half slip does not cover a woman’s upper body. If additional coverage is needed, a camisole with a half slip can be worn.
Half slips can be knee length, to be worn under dresses and skirts that fall to or below the knee. They can also be mid-thigh length to wear under shorter skirts or ankle length to wear with formal dresses like wedding dresses. Each different half slip style comes in several different lengths to accommodate women of different heights.
Neutral colors like black, white, pink, and beige are most common for mid slips. These colors work well with many different colors and materials and can be worn under a garment without being seen, even through a transparent material. Most slips are plain and undecorated to ensure they remain invisible under clothing and do not cause ripples or wrinkles in the fabric of the skirt or dress. Some slips are edged in lace along the hem to add a bit of design and add a touch of femininity. Slips can also have a slit on the side, front, or back so they can be worn with clothing that has a slit on the skirt.
Petti-pants are similar to half-sandals, but where the slips are styled like skirts, petti-pants are like a baggy pair of shorts. However, they are both made of the same materials, come in the same colors, and are used for the same reasons. Petti-pants can also be worn under pants or shorts, while a half slip cannot.
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