A bamboo slip, what it solves

Short answer: The slip gives a smooth layer between skin and outerwear. It reduces static, makes thin fabrics less see-through and stops a dress or skirt from clinging to your legs.

It stops static

In winter, thin fabrics cling to the legs because of static. It happens most with synthetic fibres and dry indoor air. A smooth layer between skin and outerwear solves most of it, as the fabric no longer rubs directly on the skin. See the models in bamboo slips.

It calms thin clothing

Under light or thin fabrics, the slip gives a smooth surface and less transparency. Underwear edges show less, and the dress falls straighter. You notice it most in backlight or bright office light. A thin, smooth layer makes the difference without adding warmth.

Clothes glide instead of clinging

Without a slip, a dress or skirt can catch on tights and ride up as you walk. A smooth layer lets the fabric glide and stay where it should. It also means less wear inside your outerwear, since it does not rub against tights or skin all day.

Choose the right length

The slip should be shorter than your outerwear, so the edge does not show when you walk or sit. Measure the dress or skirt you wear most and subtract a few centimetres. If you wear both short and long dresses, two lengths are worth having.

Match the colour to your outerwear

Black under dark and tan under light. Two colours cover most needs. White under white often shows more than a skin tone, as the edge stands out. At home, the slip also works with a soft sweater as a light layer. See the sweaters in bamboo sweatshirt for women.

Together with a soft bra

A bra without underwire works well under a slip, as it has no edges that show. The two layers lie close and give a calm line under the dress. Choose straps that lie on top of each other. See the soft models in bamboo bra.

For summer and winter

In winter, the slip solves the static problem. In summer, the fabric is thin and lies like a cool layer on the skin, so the dress does not stick in the heat. Many also wear it as a light nightdress, which makes it useful all year.

Washing and care

Wash the slip at 40 degrees and let it air dry. The tumble dryer can shrink the fabric and slacken the straps. Skip fabric softener, even though it is often suggested for static, as it leaves a film on the fibres. A laundry bag protects the thin straps.

Frequently asked questions

Is a slip old fashioned

No. It solves a practical problem with static and transparency, and many wear one under ordinary everyday dresses.

Which length should I choose

One that is shorter than your outerwear, so the edge does not show. Measure the dress you wear most and subtract a few centimetres.

Can it be worn in summer

Yes. The fabric is thin and lies like a cool layer on the skin, so the dress does not stick when it is warm.