Quick answer

The Vanity Fair Lace Nouveau Brief (style 13001) is a full-coverage brief with sheer lace insets at the sides, a 100% cotton gusset, and covered elastic at the legs and waist. It sits at a mid rise and runs true to size for most shoppers, so start with your usual panty size. If you prefer a higher waist and an all-cotton feel, the Tailored Cotton Brief (style 15318) is the closer match.

How the Lace Nouveau Brief is built

Style 13001 pairs a smooth brief body with sheer lace insets at the sides, so the lace reads as a detail rather than an all-over texture. Covered elastic runs along the leg openings and waistband, which keeps the edges flat against the skin instead of rolling or digging. The gusset is 100% cotton, and the brief is designed for generous coverage.

That combination is why this style works as an everyday panty rather than a special-occasion piece: the cotton gusset handles daily wear, while the lace insets add a finished look without changing the overall coverage.

How to choose between the Lace Nouveau and the Tailored Cotton Brief

Both styles come from the same Perfectly Yours family and share the same full-coverage, comfortable-elastic approach. The difference is in the waist height and the fabric story. The Lace Nouveau Brief is a mid-rise brief with lace side insets; the Tailored Cotton Brief is a high-waist brief made of 100% cotton with lace trim.

If you want a lighter, more decorative look under dresses and trousers, choose the Lace Nouveau. If you want an all-cotton panty that sits higher on the waist, choose the Tailored Cotton Brief. Neither is a compression garment, so if you want firm shaping, look for a separate shaping brief instead.

Lace Nouveau Brief FAQ

Does style 13001 run true to size?

The brief is cut to standard panty sizing, so most shoppers can order their usual size. The covered elastic at the waist and legs has some give, but it is not a stretch-to-fit band, so if you are between sizes, size up rather than down. Start with your normal size; size up only if you are on the upper end of a size range.

What does the lace feel like against the skin?

The lace appears as insets at the sides rather than covering the whole brief, so the front and back panels stay smooth. The covered elastic means the edges are wrapped rather than exposed, which reduces the scratchy feeling some lace-trimmed panties have. Good choice if you like the look of lace but not the feel of it all over.

How should I wash lace briefs?

The catalog care instructions for the cotton style call for machine wash and tumble dry. For the Lace Nouveau, a mesh laundry bag on a gentle cycle and low-heat drying protects the lace insets and the covered elastic. Skip fabric softener, which can coat the cotton gusset. Bag them, wash cool, dry low; air-drying extends the life of the elastic.

Is the gusset really cotton?

Yes. Style 13001 lists a 100% cotton gusset. The rest of the brief is not described as all-cotton, so if a full-cotton panty is your priority, style 15318 is the one to choose. Cotton gusset, not an all-cotton brief.

How many pairs should I buy?

The catalog description positions this as a pair you will want for every day of the week. Buying several at once is practical because the lace and covered elastic hold up better when each pair is rotated and washed less often. A multi-pair purchase lowers the wear-and-tear on each brief.

Catalog facts that affect your decision

  • Womens Vanity Fair® Lace Nouveau Brief Panties 13001: Style 13001 has sheer lace insets at the sides, covered elastic along the legs and waistband, and a 100% cotton gusset. The cotton gusset supports everyday wear, while the covered elastic is what keeps the leg openings from pinching or rolling.
  • Womens Vanity Fair® Tailored Cotton Brief Panties 15318: Style 15318 is a 100% cotton brief with a cotton gusset, full coverage, and a high waist. This is the better pick if you want an all-cotton panty or a waistband that sits higher than the Lace Nouveau.