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Our lingerie expert reveals the five staple bras which every woman should own

Updating your underwear draw doesn't have to break the bank, invest these five key bras and you'll be covered for all occasions

LADIES, it is time to update your underwear drawer.

We are all guilty of clinging on to that comfy, more grey than white T-shirt bra but there is no need to splash the cash on fancy sets for a refresh.

 Include these five bras in your underwear drawer and you'll be set for all occasions
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Include these five bras in your underwear drawer and you'll be set for all occasions

Invest in five key bras you can alternate that will suit all occasions.

Here, international brand manager Brigitte Chauchon, from lingerie retailer Maison Lejaby, reveals the essential undies every woman should own.

 

T-shirt bra

 Pink bra, £36 and matching briefs, £15, btemptd.co.uk
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Pink bra, £36 and matching briefs, £15, btemptd.co.ukCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

“The most important aspect of the T-shirt bra is smoothness, making it great to wear under almost every item.

"Stick to the rule of three pairs of knickers for each bra – have some styles with coverage as well as thongs.”

 

Colourful triangle bra

 Pink, yellow & blue bralet, £20, knickers, £12, both asos.com
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Pink, yellow & blue bralet, £20, knickers, £12, both asos.comCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

“Pretty enough to be glimpsed under a shirt, a spring style essential even for those not used to flashing their intimates.

"Or wear with low-cut tops to reveal a peep of colour without looking tacky.”

Super-sexy set

 Black lacy bralet, £45, and matching knickers, £29, maisonlejaby.com
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Black lacy bralet, £45, and matching knickers, £29, maisonlejaby.comCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

“Something frivolous and oh-so-seductive is worth it, even if you wear it only once.

“Every woman should have at least one set of lingerie for a weekend away or when you are in the mood to really wow

Convertible strapless

 Bra, £28, and knickers, £12, ultimo.co.uk
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Bra, £28, and knickers, £12, ultimo.co.ukCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

“A lingerie no-brainer that can easily switch from regular to strapless or T-back, and worn with just about anything.

“This bra is your evening wear’s new best friend, so keep the colour simple with black or nude.”

Shape control set

 Black bodysuit with bra, £128, Spanx at figleaves.com
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Black bodysuit with bra, £128, Spanx at figleaves.comCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

“The secret essential.

“The best shapewear is both pretty and practical, with powerful panels.

“If you want to flatter your tummy and give your waist some shape then opt for an all-in-one body style suit.”