17 Top Lingerie & Swimwear Companies

What to check before ordering lingerie, shapewear or swimwear

These are some of the hardest items to buy online. Fit is personal, and hygiene rules limit what you can send back. Check the policy pages first so you know where you stand.

• Hygiene returns: underwear is commonly final sale, and swimwear may be returnable only with the hygiene liner and tags still attached.
• Measuring: for bras, measure band and bust; for shapewear, check the brand's chart for waist and hip ranges and compression level.
• Brand sizing: sizes differ between brands and countries, so do not assume your usual size carries over.
• Fabric: look at the material blend, lining and care instructions, especially for swimwear exposed to chlorine and sun.
• Shipping origin: some stores ship from overseas, which affects delivery time and where returns must be sent.
• Bundles: multi-buy deals may exclude returns on individual items.

Common problems and how to avoid them

Customers often report returns refused because a liner was removed, sizing that ran small, and return postage to another country that cost more than the item. Try items on over your own underwear, keep all labels, and photograph the parcel contents when it arrives. CandorRated company pages show who runs the website, how long the domain has existed, contact details found and reviews from other shoppers, and you can filter stores by country.

Frequently asked questions

Can I return swimwear?

Many stores accept unworn swimwear with the hygiene liner intact. Check the policy before you try it on.

How should shapewear fit?

Firm but not painful. If it rolls, pinches or restricts breathing, it is likely the wrong size.