The term "lingerie" is derived from the French linge, or linen, and thus makes direct reference to the material from which underwear was traditionally made. By the late nineteenth century, lingerie had become a generic term commonly used to describe underwear.
A (brief) history of lingerie, from ancient times to the present
Exposed: A History of Lingerie: Hill, Colleen, Steele, Valerie
The History of Lingerie [Infographic]
A Brief History of Lingerie - Camile Blog
The Evolution of Lingerie - Lingerie and Underwear Trends Through
The History of Lingerie Manufacturing in Europe – Slips to be seen
Different Types of Lingerie (A Brief History)
In London, 'Undressed' Unveils the History of Underwear - The New York Times
Revealing history: A closer look at the history of lingerie
The Surprising Evolution of Lingerie — How Lingerie Has Changed Through the Years