Antigel by Lise Charmel

Antigel bands are snug and supportive, and can feel firmer than softer-fitting UK or American brands. The stretch mesh and elastic usually hold their tension well without rolling, although a structured wired style may feel close when first tried on. The band should remain level across the back and feel secure without restricting your breathing.

Antigel follows French and European cup grading. The cups are designed to give a clean, anatomical shape, with full-cup and unlined styles creating a natural contour and moulded or spacer styles producing a smoother, more rounded finish. Many shapes work especially well for average projection. A fuller or very deep bust may need the next cup size when it sits between sizes or when the chosen cup is relatively shallow.

Briefs generally follow standard dress sizing and are cut for a smooth, second-skin finish. Low-rise and hipster shapes tend to sit neatly without bulky seams, while high-waisted shaping briefs provide gentle smoothing through the tummy. Choose according to your preferred coverage rather than assuming every brief in a matching range will feel the same.

For personalised advice, visit us for a professional bra fitting or consult our bra and brief size guide. When shopping online, look for the “What’s my size?” button on participating product pages for additional TrueFit guidance.

• Choose a three-part or full-cup bra when you want a natural shape, dependable containment and fuller coverage.
• Choose a moulded, contour or spacer bra for a smooth finish beneath fitted clothing.
• Choose a non-wired triangle or bralette when softness and freedom of movement matter more than firm lift.
• Choose a multi-way or strapless style for low, asymmetric or sleeveless necklines.
• Choose a flat-edged brief when invisibility beneath clothing is the priority.
• Choose a high-waisted shaping brief or body for gentle smoothing through the waist and tummy.
• Choose modal nightwear or loungewear when you want a soft, breathable fabric that can be layered beyond the bedroom.

Because Antigel covers lingerie, shaping and relaxed clothing, it is worth starting with the job the piece needs to do, then choosing the collection and silhouette.

The material-composition data across Antigel shows two clear fabric families. Lingerie and shaping pieces are led by polyamide and elastane, which give the fabric its smooth handle, stretch and shape recovery. Polyester appears in selected linings, decorative sections and moulded cups, while polyurethane forms part of the structure in padded and contour styles. Cotton is used selectively, especially in gussets and comfort linings.

Nightwear and loungewear introduce softer fibres. Modal and viscose create fluid, breathable knits with an easy drape, while selected pieces use cotton. Simply Perfect is especially modal-rich, and Stricto Sensuelle also uses modal in its nightwear.

A padded bra, stretch-lace brief and modal nightdress from the same brand will therefore have very different compositions. Always check the individual product details and the sewn-in care label.

To keep Antigel lingerie and nightwear looking their best:

• Fasten hooks before washing so they cannot catch on lace or fine knits.
• Hand wash bras, bodies, lace and shaping pieces whenever possible.
• Use cool water and a detergent intended for delicate fabrics.
• Avoid bleach, fabric conditioner and aggressive stain removers.
• Do not wring modal, lace or moulded cups.
• Reshape padded cups while damp and allow every garment to dry naturally.
• Keep lingerie and nightwear away from tumble dryers, radiators and strong direct heat.

We stock Soak lingerie wash, which is designed for delicate fabrics and is ideal for gently washing lace, modal, microfibre and moulded lingerie.