Tess 02228 0491
This boxer-style panty captivates with its harmonious coverage and elegant combination of sheer details and refined embroidery. At the front, polka-dot and stylized floral motifs create a look that is both graphic and feminine, enhanced by a decorative elastic waistband and a subtle gold jewel detail.
Designed for optimal everyday comfort, it features a smooth, seamless back that creates a second-skin effect and remains perfectly invisible under clothing. Crafted from delicate Spanish embroidery paired with premium Belgian knit fabric, this piece beautifully combines comfort, modernity, and elegance.
Inspired by icons of femininity and the legendary polka-dot dress, the Tess collection celebrates the refinement of fine French lingerie, a symbol of timeless elegance.
Care Guide
Gentle care helps preserve the support, shape and delicate details of your lingerie.
Hand wash whenever possible
Wash in cool or lukewarm water with a mild lingerie detergent. Gently clean without rubbing or twisting.
Protect delicate pieces
If machine washing is permitted, fasten hooks, place the item in a mesh bag and select the delicate cycle.
Avoid harsh products
Do not use bleach or fabric softener, as they may damage fibres, lace and elastics.
Air dry
Reshape gently and dry flat or hang away from direct sunlight. Avoid the dryer, iron and direct heat.
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Empreinte
Size Guide
Find the size that will provide you with exceptional support, a precise fit, and lasting comfort.
How to take your measurements
Measure your underbust
Place the tape around your torso, directly under the bust. Ensure it stays horizontal across your back, snug against the body without being too tight.
Measure over the cup
While wearing a comfortable bra, measure horizontally over the cup, from one wire to the other, passing over the fullest part of the breast without flattening the chest.
Bras — find your Empreinte size
Locate your underbust measurement in the first column, then follow the row to your cup size. In each box, the first line indicates the Canada / France size, and the second line indicates the measurement over the cup.
| Underbust | Cup C | Cup D | Cup E | Cup F | Cup G | Cup H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69–74.5 cm | 30C / 80C19–20 cm | 30D / 80D21–22 cm | 28E / 75E23–24 cm | 28F / 75F25–26 cm | 28G / 75G27–28 cm | 28H / 75H29–30 cm |
| 74.5–80 cm | 32C / 85C20–21 cm | 32D / 85D22–23 cm | 30E / 80E24–25 cm | 30F / 80F26–27 cm | 30G / 80G28–29 cm | 30H / 80H30–31 cm |
| 80–86 cm | 34C / 90C21–22 cm | 34D / 90D23–24 cm | 32E / 85E25–26 cm | 32F / 85F27–28 cm | 32G / 85G29–30 cm | 32H / 85H31–32 cm |
| 86–92 cm | 36C / 95C22–23 cm | 36D / 95D24–25 cm | 34E / 90E26–27 cm | 34F / 90F28–29 cm | 34G / 90G30–31 cm | 34H / 90H32–33 cm |
| 92–98 cm | 38C / 100C23–24 cm | 38D / 100D25–26 cm | 36E / 95E27–28 cm | 36F / 95F29–30 cm | 36G / 95G31–32 cm | 36H / 95H33–34 cm |
| 98–104 cm | 40C / 105C24–25 cm | 40D / 105D26–27 cm | 38E / 100E28–29 cm | 38F / 100F30–31 cm | 38G / 100G32–33 cm | 38H / 100H34–35 cm |
| 104–110 cm | 42C / 110C25–26 cm | 42D / 110D27–28 cm | 40E / 105E29–30 cm | 40F / 105F31–32 cm | 40G / 105G33–34 cm | 40H / 105H35–36 cm |
| 110–116 cm | 44C / 115C26–27 cm | 44D / 115D28–29 cm | 42E / 110E30–31 cm | 42F / 110F32–33 cm | 42G / 110G34–35 cm | 42H / 110H36–37 cm |
| 116–122.5 cm | 46C / 120C27–28 cm | 46D / 120D29–30 cm | 44E / 115E31–32 cm | 44F / 115F33–34 cm | 44G / 115G35–36 cm | 44H / 115H37–38 cm |
Example: if your underbust is between 80 and 86 cm and your measurement over the cup is 27 to 28 cm, the indicated size is 32F in Canada / 85F in France.
Available sizes vary by collection and model. Not all back and cup size combinations are necessarily available.
International conversions — bras
| Canada / USA | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | 120 |
| Europe | 60 | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 |
| UK | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
Panties, shapewear, and bikini bottoms
Measure horizontally around the fullest part of your hips, without tightening the tape.
| Hip measurement | 92–96 cm | 96–100 cm | 100–104 cm | 104–108 cm | 108–112 cm | 112–116 cm | 116–120 cm | 120–124 cm | 124–128 cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empreinte size | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Equivalent | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
Swimsuit tops
Empreinte uses different numbering for its swimwear. Consult the conversion below to find your back size.
| Canada / USA | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empreinte swimwear size | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 |
| French lingerie size | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 |
Depending on the style, Empreinte swimsuit tops are offered from C cup to H cup. Available sizes and cups may vary from one collection to another.
Choosing by product type
Full-coverage bras
Choose your usual back size and a cup that fully encloses the breast without spilling over.
Balconette bras
The cut reveals more of the upper breast. The cup should provide support without cutting in or compressing.
Molded bras
The cup should fit the entire breast without gaps, wrinkles, or spillover.
Non-wired bras
The back band should remain horizontal and securely in place while offering a comfortable feel.
Swimwear
For optimal support, choose the top according to your bra size and the bottom according to your hip measurement.
Panties and shapewear
Choose the size corresponding to the fullest part of your hips; do not size down to accentuate the sculpting effect.
How to recognize a good fit
The back band
It remains horizontal, stable, and comfortable. It should neither ride up your back nor compress the skin.
The cups
The breast should be entirely enclosed, without spillover, gaps, or wrinkles in the cup.
The straps
They should remain comfortable, without sliding down or leaving deep marks on your shoulders.
The center gore and wires
The center gore should lie flat against the sternum, and the wires should surround the breast without pressing into the tissue.
The fit can vary slightly by model. Our team can advise you to find the fit that suits you best.