Using a fabric tape measure, obtain body measurements as follows and compare to the size chart below.
BUST: Measure around your body at fullest part of bust, keeping tape under arms and fairly level front to back. Larger busted women will have a more accurate reading if bra is worn during measurement.
WAIST: Measure around your natural waistline holding the tape comfortably loose.
HIPS: Stand with heels together. Measure around hips at fullest part (approx. 9″ below waist).
Tips for getting the correct size are at the bottom of this page:
SHADOWLINE | |||||||||||
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(Measurements are in inches) | SMALL | MED | LARGE | EXTRA SIZES | |||||||
Bust (not bra size) | 35½ | 36½ | 38 | 39½ | 42 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 |
Waist | 25 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34½ | 36½ | 38½ | 40½ | 42½ | 44½ |
Hip | 35 | 37 | 39 | 41½ | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 |
Alpha-Sized (except panties) | XS | S | S | M | L | L | XL-1X | 2X | 2X | 3X | 3X |
Numeric-Sized (except panties) | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | |
Numeric-Sized Panties | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
Alpha-Sized Panties | S | S | S | M | L | L | XL-1X | 2X | 2X | 3X | 3X |
Comparable Dress Sizes | 8 | 10 | 10 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 16-18 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 24 |
VELROSE | ||||||||||||||
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(Measurements are in inches) | Small | Med | Large | Extra Sizes | ||||||||||
Bust (not bra size) | 35½ | 36½ | 38 | 39½ | 42 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 | 57 | 59 |
Waist | 25 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34½ | 36½ | 38½ | 40½ | 42½ | 44½ | 46.5 | 48.5 | 50.5 |
Hip | 35 | 37 | 39 | 41½ | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 | 57 | 59 | 61 |
Alpha-Sized Garments | XS | S | S | M | L | L | XL-1X | 2X | 2X | 3X | 3X | 4X | 4X | 5X |
Numeric-Sized Garments | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | |
Comparable Dress Sizes | 8 | 10 | 10 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 16-18 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 28 |
We have kept the original Dixie Belle panty sizing, which fits a little smaller than Shadowline panties. Once you know your Shadowline panty size (check our size chart at the top of the page if you’re unsure), you can use the comparison chart below to find your equivalent size in Dixie Belle:
Additional sizing tips:
- Bust measurements are more important for full slips, camisoles and garments with loose, flowing bottoms such as nightgowns or sleepshirts.
- Hip measurements are more important for garments with closer fitting bottoms like slips, pajamas and panties.
- If one of your measurements falls in a larger size or you prefer very loose garments, you may be more comfortable in selecting a larger size.
- Shadowline sizes garments for generous comfort. If you prefer your clothing form fitting, you may want to order a smaller size.
- Slip lengths (full and half slips) are measured from the waist down – nightgowns and sleepshirts are measured from the shoulder down.
- Bra size is NOT the same thing as bust size. Generally, you can convert by adding bra band size (i.e., 34, 36, etc.) to cup size in inches (A=1″, B=2″, C=3″, D=4″, DD=5″). For example, a 34C Bra size = 37″ Bust measurement. Measuring your body is the most accurate method for sizing.
- All of our products are listed in US sizing. Shopping from abroad? Use the conversion chart below to find your US size equivalent:
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
A wonderful panty from yesterday! Wish there were more colors and some pretty floral patterns. I bought enough to give as gifts, which were very much appreciated. Some of us didn’t realize these were still around.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Colorado, United States
Height: : 63"
Age: : 83
The perfect spot and lovely garment under my girdles.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Colorado, United States
Height: : 5’6”
Age: : 67
These are lovely panties, I highly recommend them!
Lace (Thanks Mom) –
Still loving these, I keep them about a year and then change out to new. Like the others on this feedback forum I just wish we could add a few more colors to our panty drawer. Bringing flamingo pink back would be great but I am longing for fortune yellow and would certainly buy anything floral or with butterflies in print.
Jb (verified owner) –
Love the fit and feel of these panties.The
lace adds a nice feminine touch.A long time Vanity Fair fan Shadowline is now
my favorite Highly recommend to. anyone
desiring a wonderful fitting panty. I hope
to order more soon!!Thanks to all.
jb.6323376 (verified owner) –
Love Shadowline panties..They fit and feel
great.Give them a try I did and was very pleased.The colors are wonderful and the fabric is soft and comfy to wear.Highy advise you try them. Great product and thanks I have become a loyal fan for more
in the future!!
jb.6323376 (verified owner) –
Very nice panties indeed highly recommend
you try a pair.I have several in my wardrobe
now.The colors are enticing and the fit and feel is very soft and silky.I intend to order more in the future.Shadowline panties are
the utmost in intimate wear.Many thanks!!
DANIEL A. (verified owner) –
Minnesota, United States
Height: : 5'7"
Age: : 74
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THESE. THEY FEEL GREAT!
Andrew (verified owner) –
England, United Kingdom
Height: : 5’1”
Age: : 60
My wife loves these panties, her word’s lovely feel and so comfortable
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Height: : 6’3”
Age: : 75
Extremely comfortable. The lace is a nice touch. Plan on buying more.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
New York, United States
Height: : 5’9”
Age: : 63
Very feminine and pretty lace detail
Helen –
I have worn these for years. So glad to see them available again.
Karen –
Bought the Lace 3 Pack [ Navy , Black , & Red ] , wanted to see how they compared to the Vanity Fair Lace panty . The nylon material is much smoother & silky soft on these . The fit is also much better , not as stretchy . The big difference is in the cost , especially when the other brand has sales in the stores .
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Oklahoma, United States
Height: : 5’11”
Age: : 66
Very comfortable, soft and sexy love the color choices
Billie –
Love, love, love these panties! And I’ll second Suzie-Bobbie’s comment and beg for Flamingo Pink!
D (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5’ 5”
Age: : 33
The perfect panty!
T P –
These are nice but I really like the hi cut briefs. Wish they came in all the same colors as the regular briefs.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 6'
Age: : 53
Similar to the Vanity Fair briefs, but more satiny and softer.
R. C. L. (verified owner) –
Oklahoma, United States
Height: : 5'4"
Age: : 73
A gift for my wife, she loves them & I think she is very sexy in these panties
Opinionated Customer (verified owner) –
Although, I prefer a hipster, this panty is simply perfect as an accompaniment to the Shadowline Blush Peignoir Set. The fullness and rise of this brief provides a smoothing effect underneath the gown, completing and refining the overall look. It simply completes the ensemble.
Suzie-Bobbie (verified owner) –
Flamingo Pink, pretty please?
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Age 72, height 5’10”. These are by far the best nylon briefs on the market. Fabulous material, great fit, love the high waist and the color range is improving. What about emerald green, maroon, brown, yellow, burgandy, purple, floral print.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Missouri, United States
Height: : 5'7"
Age: : 48
Extremely feminine (sexy too). The fit and cut hugs all the right places never leaving VPL. Shadowline understands a woman’s needs.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Oregon, United States
Height: : 5’11”
Age: : 58
Not as expected wast band is thin and tends to roll.
Beverly (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5'4
Age: : 63
Very comfortable, true sizing, smooth and silky glides over clothes with a nice touch of lace.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
North Carolina, United States
Height: : 6
Age: : 65
Very feminine detail and color
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5'11"
Age: : 73
These are very pretty, comfortable panties. These are my new favorites. They fit better than some of the other styles and they come in beautiful colors.
Terry (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5'8"
Age: : 71
Absolutely some of the best nylon panties I’ve ever had the pleasure of wearing. The soft fabric, the colors and fit are great. The lace inserts are a nice feminine touch that I enjoy.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
California, United States
Height: : 5’10”
Age: : 40s
Comfortable, lightweight, smoothing full coverage panties
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5' 8"
Age: : 53
Very pretty classic nylon full brief panty. Very generous fit, and no ride up. Matching panty with matching peignoir set, makes for a really feminine set, for a romantic evening. Would highly recommend.
Patricia Schwartz (verified owner) –
Florida, United States
Fabric too flimsy – would prefer a stretch fabric. Like the design and style,
Patricia
Reply from Shadowline Lingerie (store manager) –
Hi Patricia, thank you for your feedback. While we don’t currently have a stretch panty with lace (perhaps in the future!), we do offer a similar full brief panty shape in a nylon-spandex blend here: https://www.shadowlinelingerie.com/product/panties/full-brief/spandex-full-brief-panty-3-pack and another in our non-stretch but heavier-weight Opacitrique® nylon here: https://www.shadowlinelingerie.com/product/panties/full-brief/nylon-seamless-full-brief-panty-3-pack
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 6'2"
Age: : N/A
Lovely panties! soft and smooth, silky and fit perfectly!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Western Australia, Australia
My wife love them. Fit her perfectly. Will be shopping with you in the near future
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
Missouri, United States
Height: : 5'8"
Age: : 48
Absolutely stunning! The quality and fit are amazing. The epitome of femininity.
Darrell Moore (verified owner) –
These are the panties that absolutely everyone will love. The nylon used is world class and the softest silky feel you can get. I don’t normally get excited about panties but until the shadowline hipster lace insert panties came out there wasn’t a reason to be
Chris H. (verified owner) –
Florida, United States
Height: : 5’6”
Age: : 69
Soft silky and a perfect fit
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
Illinois, United States
perfect fit and color
Terry (verified owner) –
Nebraska, United States
Height: : 5' 8"
Age: : 71
Fantastic panties. Great smooth soft fabric and I love the colors. The fit is very comfortable. I’m very happy you came out with the sexy pink colored nylon panties. The lace inserts gives these panties a wanted feminine touch. I’ll be purchasing more when back in stock. Terry in Nebraska
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
New Jersey, United States
Height: : 5’4
Age: : 34
Old fashioned of course but you can’t find a more comfortable panty. Great color selection too including pink.
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
Massachusetts, United States
Height: : 5,4”
Age: : 63
Good fit and quality
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
Idaho, United States
Height: : 5.1
Age: : 33
Great fit. Super good quality
Verified Buyer (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5'6"
Age: : 43
These are quite nice. They stretch a bit, but not as much as the nightgowns. Sizing is generous.
Lace A. (verified owner) –
Rhode Island, United States
Lace done right… beautifully made and correctly sewn in lace leg panels. They don’t itch and the feminine accent is so pretty. Love the new blush color, very sheer, almost nostalgic. Yes… I am still hopeful for a bright yellow or gold color! Hope someone is reading this.
Terry in Nebraska (verified owner) –
I’m very happy for Shadowline to bring back s sexy pink panty with lace inserts. I’v been waiting for years for this style and color to be made again . I’ll be buying more to fill my dresser. Thanks for the red and pink panties. My new favorite nylon panties
Mike Berg (verified owner) –
Wisconsin, United States
Height: : 6 feet
Age: : 74
The soft nylon feel is great and I like the high rise and full coverage. The colors are also nice and the lace insert is also a plus. This style will be my go to panty in the future. I definitely would recommend this style to anyone who likes to wear nylon panties. The service was also great.
Terry (verified owner) –
Nebraska, United States
Height: : 5'8"
Age: : 71
Just received my order of the Blush pink nylon panties and very excited. I’ve bought the red and now the pink. These are fantastic panties and the colors I’ve been waiting for. I’ll be purchasing more. Thanks for manufacturing the great colors.
Terry in Nebraska (verified owner) –
Received my new order of the Blush pink nylon panties and I’m really excited with the color. I’ve bought the red panties in this style and now the pink. These are fantastic panties and colors I need waiting for. Thank you I’ll be purchasing more.
Brooke –
Love them! Beautiful full coverage nylon panties with feminine lace accents. The nylon is very silky so clothes just glide over, no panty lines. The panties fit similar to VF but I think the Shadowline fabric is a bit silkier. I highly recommend to all ladies that are looking for a full coverage nylon panty that offers a smooth look under your clothes and a nice feel.
emv0816 (verified owner) –
just received my lace insert panties in red, periwinkle and silver… BEAUTIFUL!! love love love everything about them from the feminine lace to the wider gusset to the silky nylon. I understand this same design is coming out soon in the hipster… YAY!!!
Dan (verified owner) –
Been wearing Vanity Fair panties for many years, but love these new Shadowline panties with lace. Like them even better than the classic Lace Nouveau. Own multiple pair in each color. Highly recommend. Please note, they fit about a half size larger than Vanity Fair Lace Nouveau/Ravissant.
G. (verified owner) –
I just replenished my panty drawer with a wide array of Shadowline panties. I ordered two packages of thelace inset briefs. I will definitely be ordering more:)
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Massachusetts, United States
Height: : 5’4”
Age: : 62
Good quality and fit, accurate sizing
Dolores East (verified owner) –
United States
I have only worn Vanity Fair all my adult life (soon to be 85), and these panties are equally great in fit and comfort. Very pleased with my purchase of six pairs.
Chris (verified owner) –
Florida, United States
Height: : 5’6”
Age: : 69
Perfect fit, silky and a long lasting panty
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 6’3
Age: : 61
Love the style but they run larger in size. A size 12 is like a size 14 in other panties
Anonymous (verified owner) –
California, United States
Height: : 6'07"
Age: : 63
Size and fit are perfect. Clothes slide over the fabric with ease. Briefs are amazingly comfortable and well made. No imperfections were noted that at times materialized into a run in the fabric. Launder well and maintain their shape over time. My favorite everyday panty with a multitude of colors to select from. Love the lace on the side. I would like to see a pink rose color.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Height: : 5" 5"
Age: : 66
Incredible fit, the fabric is so silky to the touch, plenty of room. Wish they had an option for a bikini or hip hugger with this lace and fabric.
P. A. –
United Kingdom
Height: : 5ft 8
Age: : 50
These are wonderful , look feel and fit….Iam big around the hips and bottom and so this style is perfect for me…
Chris H. (verified owner) –
Florida, United States
Height: : 5’6”
Age: : 69
Beautiful garment
Michelle –
this panty design looks very much like the Vanity Fair Style 13001 which I love
Terry (verified owner) –
Fantastic fabric and design. I’ve been a Vanity Fair panties person for many years. These Shadowline panties are very nice and winning me over. The colors are fantastic.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’ 9
Age: : 71
Extremely comfortable with some of the softest nylon on the market. The lace panels add that slightly extra sexiness.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Wyoming, United States
Height: : 5 11
Age: : 61
They’re fantastic. Soft and silky, feel great on the skin.
Terry (verified owner) –
Fantastic fabric and fit. I love the bright red color. Received my order in good time and I’m very satisfied. I’ll be ordering again.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
California, United States
Height: : 5' 6"
Age: : 60
Very pretty, fit is a a bit loose.
Reply from Shadowline Lingerie (store manager) –
Hi, if you need help with the sizing for your next purchase, you can find our panty sizing chart here: https://www.shadowlinelingerie.com/size-guide Thanks for taking the time to review them, we appreciate it!
Billie –
The best way to describe this new Shadowline panty offering is, WOW! I love the hidden elastic panty and this appears to be that panty with a nice lace accent for an extra touch of femininity. I’d like to see white and nude to complete the color gamut. And I would absolutely DIE to see this panty in Flamingo Pink! If that comes to pass, put me down for a dozen! 🙂
Lacey New –
Very similar in fit and design as another popular brand but wonderful Shadowline nylon. Fit and feel is wonderful and especially enjoy the feel of the lace trim. But, like many others, I wish that you would make a lovely pastel pink. Many of us have been waiting for these panties in pink for years.
Reply from Shadowline Lingerie (store manager) –
We’ll pass the pastel pink suggestion onto our design team. Thank you for purchasing, we’re glad you like them!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Montana, United States
Height: : 5'10"
Age: : 40s
Pretty, lightweight, high-waisted
Anonymous (verified owner) –
United States
Repeat order – love this style
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Montana, United States
These briefs turned out to be a little lighter in weight than i expected. They are pretty but also very full, going all the way past my navel.
Joe G (verified owner) –
I just received these is navy. They are very nice. I love the lace . Reminds me of the old Floral Facinations. I just wish they came in assorted prepacks. I think grey will be my next purchase.
JPM –
Love these briefs, full cut.
In my 80s and generally wear these over an open girdle.
Outstanding lingerie!
Jmkurko (verified owner) –
These are a very welcome addition to the Shadowline Full Panty product line. The color choice is great — but I do wish they would bring back the Flamingo Pink panties!! These panties are both very comfortable and just a bit sexier than their non-lace pantie offerings. Over was shipped and delivered very quickly and everything arrived in perfect condition.
Please, please, please — bring back the Flamingo Pink Panties!!