A slip as a layer against clinging fabric

Short answer: A bamboo slip is a smooth layer between your skin and your clothes, so the dress or skirt does not cling to you. It is mostly about static and knit fabric that sticks. Here is how to use a slip and what to look for.

Why fabric clings to the body

Fabric clings especially when it is thin, knitted or synthetic, and when the air is dry. Static makes the fabric stick to legs and hips. When that happens, it can outline the body in a way you do not want. A smooth layer in between often helps.

What a bamboo slip can do

A bamboo slip sits close to the body and gives a smooth base. The outer fabric then glides over the slip instead of sticking to the skin. Bamboo in clothing is viscose from bamboo, and it is often soft and smooth. You will find models under bamboo slips, where length and cut vary.

Choose the length by what it should hide

The slip should be slightly shorter than what you wear over it. If it is longer, it can peek out. For midi lengths a slip to mid thigh or knee fits, while short dresses need a short model. Try it with the clothes you often need it for.

Fit and cut

The slip should sit smooth without tightening. If it is too tight, it can leave lines under thin fabrics. If it is too loose, it can bunch up. Choose a size where it follows the body without pressing, and check the brand's size guide.

Static in everyday life

If the fabric still clings, you can moisturise the skin with cream, use an anti static spray or wash the clothes without fabric softener. Choose natural fibres if you can. There is no solution that works every time, so try your way forward.

Combine with underwear

A slip sits over the underwear and under the clothes. So choose underwear without thick seams, such as bamboo knickers, so there are no lines under the thin layer. Remember that the slip is a supplement and does not replace the clothing itself having a good fit.

When it gets warm

In warm weather an extra layer can add heat. Choose a thin slip and watch whether you get too warm. On a hot day you can choose to go without it. In the evening you can combine it with a light bamboo T-shirt for women.

Washing and care

Wash according to the label and let it dry on a rack or hanger. Hot drying can damage thin fibres and elastic. Skip fabric softener if the label says so. Replace it if it starts to wear, so it does not begin to cling itself.

Frequently asked questions

Why does my clothing cling to me?

Often because of static, dry air and thin or synthetic fabrics. A smooth layer in between, such as a slip, can help.

How long should a slip be?

It should be slightly shorter than the clothes you wear over it, so it does not peek out. Try it with the clothes you want to use it for.

Is a slip warm in summer?

It is an extra layer, so it can feel warm. Choose a thin model, and skip it on the hottest days if you do not need it.