A camisole is a women’s thin-strap tank top designed to be worn under clothing — as an undershirt, a base layer under sheer or thin tops, or as a soft layer between the skin and a wool jumper or blazer. The cut runs longer than a bralette (covering the torso through to the hip) and lighter than a t-shirt, with thin spaghetti or wide straps depending on the style.
This collection covers our women’s camisole and undershirt range — the same soft tank tops that can work as outerwear (see our Tank Tops collection for the outerwear angle), but presented here with the underwear use case in mind. Most styles include lace trim at the neckline for a delicate finish, soft cotton or microfiber fabrics that stay invisible under thin tops, and thin or wide straps to match the outerwear layer. Wear them as a smooth base layer under a sheer blouse, as warmth under a thin jumper, or as a stand-in for a bra under a loose top where a structured bra would show.
What’s the difference between a camisole and a tank top? The two overlap heavily — many of the pieces in this collection sit in both categories. A camisole is the term used when the focus is underwear and base-layer use: thinner fabric, thinner straps, often lace trim, designed to be invisible under outerwear. A tank top is the term used when the focus is outerwear or standalone wear. The same cotton piece with thin straps and lace trim can be called either depending on how it’s worn.
What do I wear a camisole under? Three common use cases: (1) under a sheer or thin blouse where bra straps and skin would show — the camisole gives full coverage in a matching tone; (2) under a wool jumper or blazer as a smooth base layer that prevents wool itchiness against the skin; (3) under a loose-fitting top where you don’t want a structured bra to show — the soft thin-strap camisole gives light coverage and shape without bra structure.
Should a camisole show under outerwear? Usually no — the goal of an undershirt-style camisole is to stay invisible. Match the camisole to the skin tone (nude or beige for fair skin, deeper tones for darker skin) and choose thin-strap or wide-strap styles depending on the outer top’s neckline. For visible camisole looks (under a blazer with the top button open), lace-trim styles work as visible undergarments.
Can a camisole replace a bra? For small busts and light support needs, yes — a wide-strap camisole or one with a built-in shelf bra gives enough light coverage and shape for standalone wear at home or under loose tops. For active wear, fuller busts, or any outfit where shape definition matters, pair the camisole with a regular bra or bralette underneath.
What’s the difference between camisole, undershirt, and vest? Camisole and undershirt are the most common terms — camisole emphasizes the lighter, lace-trim, lingerie-adjacent end; undershirt emphasizes the basic cotton everyday end. “Vest” is the UK English term for the same garment category (especially the cotton ribbed undershirt style). All three refer to the same general concept: a sleeveless top worn under clothing.
How do I care for camisoles? Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, ideally in a mesh laundry bag to protect lace trim and thin straps. Skip fabric softener — it coats the fibers and reduces breathability. Hang or lay flat to dry; the dryer on high heat weakens the strap elastic over time.

















































































































