Slip in soft fabric and what it is used for

Short answer: A slip is a thin layer worn under dresses and skirts, so they drape well, do not cling and do not become see-through. In a soft fabric like bamboo viscose it feels pleasant against the skin and is easy to wear all day.

What is a slip

A slip is a thin, sleeveless layer with straps, worn closest to the body under other clothes. It lies smoothly and follows the body, and its job is to give the clothes above it a calm surface to fall on, without you noticing that it is there.

So that clothes do not cling

When a thin fabric lies directly against the skin, it can cling and hang in folds. A slip gives a smooth layer in between, so the clothes on top glide and fall calmly. See the bamboo slips if you want a soft choice for this layer.

More calm in how clothes fall

A smooth layer underneath often gives clothes a nicer drape, because they do not catch on the skin or on other layers. That applies especially to light fabrics, which can otherwise cling when you walk. The slip is therefore a small thing that can do a lot for the whole.

Against see-through fabric

Some light or thin fabrics can be see-through in strong light. A slip in a neutral colour that resembles your skin or the clothes can hide that, so you feel secure. Choose the colour by the clothes you usually wear it under, so nothing shows through.

Length and fit

The length should be slightly shorter than the garment you wear over it, so it does not show at the bottom. The fit should be smooth without pulling, and the straps should lie calmly on the shoulders. Try different lengths if you use it under several kinds of clothes.

Soft fabric and comfort

In viscose from bamboo the slip feels soft and smooth, and many find it pleasant to wear all day. Choose a fabric that does not pull at the ribs or shoulders and that drapes lightly, so you do not feel as if you are wearing an extra layer.

Combine with the rest

With a slip underneath, you can wear layers in soft fabric without worrying about how they sit. On top, bamboo T-shirts for women fit well, and for the feet socks for women, so the whole body feels equally calm from top to toe.

Care of the slip

Wash the slip at a low temperature and preferably in a wash bag, so the thin straps do not catch on other clothes. Avoid the tumble dryer and dry it flat, so the fabric keeps its smooth surface and does not draw together at the seams.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use a slip

When you wear a thin fabric that can cling or be see-through. It gives a smooth layer under the clothes.

What length should a slip have

It should be slightly shorter than the garment you wear over it. Then it does not show at the bottom.

How do I wash a slip

Wash at a low temperature in a wash bag and avoid the tumble dryer. Dry it flat to keep the shape.