A merry widow is a women's foundation garment which is intended to smooth the waist and stomach area while also pushing up the bust. Beautiful Soft Pink Merry Widow It is one of a number of garments designed for this purpose. Such supportive garments have largely fallen out of fashion for daily wear, but they are used on formal occasions or as dressy lingerie. Many lingerie stores carry a selection of merry widows, which women should try on if they are thinking of purchasing one, to ensure that the fit is comfortable and that the garment looks good. Gorgeous pleats and dainty lace merry widow Turner's merry widow was made with contrasting panels in different fabric colors. Many merry widows are made from a solid fabric print, which may be lace, brocade, silk, or velvet, depending on the intent of the design. A merry widow which is designed to be worn under clothing such as a wedding dress tends to be simple, so that it will not interrupt the lines of a dress. When a company ...