The anti-panty-line thong: It’s a good idea to have more than one of these. No one likes to have eye-catching panty lines. And don’t forget, thongs or g-strings tend to be pretty sexy to the opposite sex. Fitted pants, shorts or skirts will look many times better with this thong underneath. This is more about impulse than brand—go with what is comfortable rather than choosing by brand.

The rainy day panties: Sometimes you need to take a break from sexy. This is a pair of panties that is comfortable to wear, preferably cotton, made of a thin material, without seams on the edges that are too tight. They should give you the same feeling your favorite t-shirt does. Target offers a terrific cotton panty that doesn’t tug or pull in the least and comes in all sizes and colors, the Gilligan & O’Malley Ultimate panty.

The in-the-nude panties: White skirts, white pants or lightweight pastel colored bottoms can reveal your underwear, especially if they are bright or loud colors or fabrics. That’s why it’s always good to have a nude colored pair of panties so that they blend with the color of your skin, rather sticking out like a sore thumb.

The “I’m-too-sexy” panties: Go crazy when looking for these, ladies. Use the same tips for the night-on-the-town bra—when shopping for this essential, go with your first instinct, have fun, and don’t let yourself be modest. Your inner playgirl should come out on these panties; you need to feel beautiful and attractive, especially when you put on this pair of panties! Whether you’re up for brands like Simone Perele, Prima Donna or Victoria Secret, just make sure that you feel absolutely gorgeous.

Obviously with panties, you will want several pairs, but having at least one of each type listed above is necessary for any occasion. Considering your weight and bra size might fluctuate several times in one year, between weight loss or gain, exercise, birth control or age, it’s good to check on your supplies every six months, and get a bra fitting once a year. To be prepared for every occasion, make sure you stay on top of your lingerie essentials, and above all, pamper yourself; your lingerie drawer should make you feel gorgeous for any occasion!