Tips for successfully buying sexy lingerie

1. Sexy maybe great for you, but is it comfortable? The less comfy it is the less likely she will wear it again. Try to balance sex appeal with comfort.
2. Flowers may have a big impact on the day, yet nightwear is something that you can both enjoy.
3. Other gifts on the market only have a lasting value of two weeks where as a simple yet effective outfit will last much longer.
4. Ask what size she really is. If you are not sure look at some of her current underwear.
5. Buy quality! Silk is great for keeping you cool in the summer and brilliant being cosy for those winter nights.
6. Bright colours may look great but might not be practical to wear with day to day work wear.
7. Large and confusing patterns are less flattering so stick to simple yet sexy.
8. Ensure that your garment is machine washable.
9. Size matters! Buying underwear too big could mean that you are left in the cold on your sizzling night in.
10. Buy something special and personal to her and she will feel special too.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

However, every year men manage to chose the wrong item. They chose something that looks sexy and luxurious, and then their partner never wears it again. So, how do you chose the right lingerie for your partner? If you make the right choice, you can get into her good books, which can pay dividends over the Christmas season. But get it wrong, and you pay the price!

The most obvious way to chose the right underwear is to take a good look at your partners current collection (remembering to also not sizes). Look for the newest items, or the ones that are worn the most often, as new items in these styles will please. Remember, you are not buying lingerie for you, you are buying for your partner!

Once you have an idea of what she likes now, see what is on the market that is similar, but with something special added. Something simple but with a lacy finish is ideal – something which is not in the usual budget for underwear.

One tip is that meshes and stretchy materials are generally far more forgiving – you can sometimes get away with being a size out. Bra sizes tend to be true or at least close.

There are some items that you really should avoid buying as a gift:

Do not buy any control or slimming pieces, as this sends the wrong message! These may be her preferred items, but you are not supposed to know that they are designed to make her tummy look smaller!

With bras do not buy anything designed to make the breasts appear larger, again, this sends the wrong message to your partner.

Avoid kinky items completely, unless you are a really kinky couple. Generally these items are best left to your partner to chose, or bought together.

Remember to keep that receipt just in case. Take a look at La Senza and Figleaves, as they have some great deals on sexy and stylish lingerie this season.

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UK Stockists include:

Austique – 330 Kings Road, London SW3 5UR, 020 7376 4555
Iris – 73 Salusbury Road, London NW6 6NJ, 020 7372 1777
Beyond the Edge of Reason, Kings Road
The Blue Room, 4-6 Queens Rd, Buckhurst Hill, Essex IG9 5BY, 020 85059239
coco de mer, 23 Monmouth Street, London WC2H 9DD, 020 7836 8882
coco Marie, 11 Kenwyn Street, Truro TR1 3DJ, 01872 225887
Fifi and Ally, 51/52 Princes Square, 48 Buchanan St, Glasgow, 0141 2290386
Figleaves UK, www.figleaves.co.uk, 0870 4999 000
Intimates, 11 St Johns Wood High Street, London NW8 7NG, Iris 020 73721777
Mee Mee, 9a Bartlett Street, Bath. 01225 442250
Musa, 31 Holland Street, London W8 4NA, 020 79376282
Number 15, 15 Thorntons Arcade, Leeds, West Yorkshire, 0113 242 0569
Onda, Victory Steps, St Mawes, Truro, TR2 5DQ, (01326) 270456
Powder Ladies Deigner Clothing, Topsfield Parade, Tottenham La, N8 8PR, 020 83474100

What do the thousands of images of bras and panties on perfectly sculpted bodies that we see spread across billboards and magazines say about our society?

Many women indulge in lingerie to please men. Yet, since Antiquity, women have always kept lingerie hidden away under outer garments. Thus, lingerie must be more than erotic bait.
Authors Muriel Barbier and Shazia Boucher have researched iconography to explore the relationship of lingerie to society, the economy and the corridors of intimacy. They correlate lingerie with emancipation, querying whether it asserts newfound freedoms or simply adjusts to conform to changing social values.

The result is a rigorous scientific rationale spiced with a zestly humour. And the tinier lingerie gets, the more scholarly attention the authors believe it deserves.

About the authors: Muriel Barbier and Shazia Boucher

Muriel Barbier is a talented postgraduate student at the Ecole du Louvre where she now teaches 17th to 19th century decorative arts. She is also a lecturer at the Fashion and Textile Museum and other UCAD museums and Curating Assistant at the Galliera Museum.
Shazia Boucher is Curator at the Musée de la Dentelle in Calais, and often contributes to exhibitions on fashion, lingerie, and lace.

Synopsis

Authors Muriel Barbier and Shazia Boucher have researched iconography to explore the relationship of lingerie to society, the economy and the corridors of intimacy.

Buy The Story of Lingerie

Buying sexy lingerie for your lover can be really romantic or really tragic. Intimate underwear is a gift for the two of you. If you get it right it shows that you really care, really pay attention to her and have put effort into thinking about her style.

It can also be very hazardous to your relationship if you bring home something that is more bordello than bedroom.

Get it right, guys, and there are some MAJOR brownie points to be earned.

Get it wrong, well…that is where I come in…don’t ever get it wrong again!

Before you even leave the house or start surfing the net to buy anything make sure you remember the cardinal rule of lingerie buying IT IS NOT FOR YOU!! OK – maybe in a roundabout way it is – but you are not wearing it. Remember who is wearing it. If you buy a strappy leather cupless crotchless number for the lady who has never worn anything except plain jane the chances are slim she is going to feel comfortable in it. Chances are she will tell you to wear it!

Think of her style – you can never go wrong with lace and the nice stretchy mesh. If it is your first time buying stick with something basic but different – you can always get more daring next time if she responds to your choice.

For the most part women want lingerie that says “I love you” NOT “Let’s do it”

The second thing you want to do is do some research – DO NOT try to guess her size – unless you find the couch and dog a more comfortable night than your bed and a nice lady in lingerie. Look into the things she already has and get the size of something similar to what you plan to buy. Women’s sizes vary by manufacturer. Meshes and stretchy materials tend to be more forgiving and range sizes (something marked Small/Medium) are a better bet than something marked Size 4. Bra sizes tend to be true or at least close.

Pay attention to things she comments on when watching movies and such – does she go gaga over the things the girls in Sex and the City wear or does she just HAVE to have that dress Mrs. Cleaver was wearing? Note the colors and styles of her regular lingerie – there is usually a difference between a black lingerie lover and a red lingerie lover. Remember, you want to buy something she will wear for you and something that will cause her to think about you when she wears it – so you want it to be her style.

THINGS TO AVOID AT ALL COSTS!

Avoid anything marked “Control” or “Slimming” These are to suck in bellies and hide excess weight – not the sexiest message in the world, eh?

Gel filled, water filled and cleavage enhancing bras – Okay if it is her style, but otherwise No No No – she may feel like you wish she were larger on top.

Kinky stuff in general doesn’t generally work as an “I love you” kind of gift unless it is something you two have talked about and decided you wanted to try out. It is not the kind of thing you want to just buy on your own but more of a joint decision.

A word or two about presentation: Handing her the bag from the store with the receipt attached takes some of the romance out of the gift. Most stores will have a gift-wrapping service for a couple of bucks. After all of the thought you put into the lingerie, it is well worth it – otherwise, you can go to any card and gift shop and get a nice gift bag and tissue paper and a sexy card and make your own pretty package.

Shopping online: One of the great things about shopping for lingerie online is that there is a ton of information available that you simply cannot find in a lingerie store. When browsing an online lingerie retailer take a look at their gift ideas, top sellers list et cetera for ideas of what are popular choices.

KEEP THE RECEIPT Even after all of your hard work and dedication she just may prefer something else – always keep the receipt in a safe place and you can go back together to pick out a replacement. Use it as a learning experience to find out what she liked or did not like and next time you can make an even better choice.

Copyright 2005 www.katieroseintimates.com

About the Author:

Katie Rose is the owner of Katie Rose Intimates Sexy Costumes and Lingerie – http://www.katieroseintimates.com. A fine lingerie shop featuring fantasy clothing, leather and lace and intimate apparel in sexy, erotic, romantic and unique styles – with special attention for the plus size woman. ATTENTION WEBMASTERS and EZINE PUBLISHERS – Permission is granted to publish this article on your site or in your Ezine but ONLY if my bio paragraph is included and all links are hyperlinked. I would also appreciate a note letting me know that you are using it, although it is not mandatory, I just like to see where my work is being used.

It is estimated that over 70% of women wear the wrong bra size. A bra that is too tight can leave a pinching red mark on your back caused by the tightened elastic. It will also lead to bad posture because the breasts are not supported correctly. If you are wearing a bra where you are coming out of it or your curves not smooth than the bra may be too small. If the strap of the bra is coming up from under your rib cage the bra may be too small as well. Make sure to have the correct measurements and then go from there.

In buying underwear it depends on what the occasion will be as you would probably not wear the same underwear painting your house as you would if you were at the clubs. A thong can be a sexy piece of underwear with the right outfit but it can also be uncomfortable at times. Pick the underwear that fits you, comfortable, and fits the occasion.

When buying sexy lingerie pick something that could get your lover excited but don’t just pick it because you want to see either your partner or you in it, pick it for your partner as you will be happier later. You can shop for lingerie together or make a surprise gift for a special occasion or just to surprise them. Its all about what taste you have: if you like it try it, if not leave it. It all matters as to what can turn a couple on, not anyone else.

About The Author

Hazel Smith writes for http://www.lingerie-pastel.com, a website packed with lingerie articles and resources

You can find pajamas made of nylon, silk, cotton, lace, and many more. And aside from that, you can choose from a range of colors; from pastel colors like lavender and pink to bold ones like black and red.

Most of today’s pajamas appear in all sizes and shapes. You can choose among feminine, luxury, classic, fun, sexy and maternity/nursing pajamas.

If you want to buy luxurious lingerie, you can expect to pay a larger than the usual price. These types of garments are made by ‘well-known’ designers. However, most undergarments are reasonably priced. Including pajamas, all undergarments are available online and in local stores.

If you want to shop around and look for the best possible pajama-gift, you can hop from store to store. If budget is a problem, you can look for a good buy without sacrificing the quality of the garment. There are a lot of local stores that you can check out.

If you’re considering giving pajamas as a gift, here are several steps to consider:

- what’s your relationship with the recipient

- choose a style and the fabric; there are nightgown styles, and others can be made of satin, silk, and cotton

- you can find the best variety and price in apparel shops, department stores, and online sites

- choose a color scheme; does she prefer a floral mélange, cartoon themes, plaids, or solid colors

- find the right size; whether small, medium or large, and if you are not that sure, it would be better to go for a much smaller size

- you can compliment the pajamas together with a towel set or a matching robe

- make sure that you give extra effort on the gift wrapping; you can also top it off with a book, a tea, etc

All it takes is a little creativity. Add personal touches on the gift. Your friend or loved one will be very much surprised once she opens the gift and finds a beautiful pajama inside. She will most likely be flattered with your exotic gift and would be eager to try it on immediately.

It would be better to give pajamas as a gift to a very close girl friend or a loved one. You personally know her preferences so choosing for the one that would meet her taste will not be a problem. Make sure that you choose a pajama that she will like; don’t make a purchase simply because you like it. Remember that you’re there to buy a present, and not to buy you’re very own pajamas.

For many years, the lingerie industry is growing more and more every year. This means that more women are becoming aware of the need to feel confident and comfortable from within. They are slowly coming out of their shell, young and old. There is no required age to feel comfy and sexy.

Your special loved one or friend is sure to spend a cozy night being comfortable, wearing the pajamas that you gave.

About The Author

Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout http://www.caprirose.com and http://sleepwear.name.

Keeping the flame alive between you and your partner is an important part of maintaining an intimate relationship. If you want an easy way to keep up the fire burning, you can consider exotic lingerie to add a new spark between you and your partner. If you aren’t sure where to start, follow these tips to create a fantasy world for the both of you!

Everyone will have different tastes and style. Each person will know what will look best on them. You will want to consider what parts of your body you want to expose and which will be better to hide. This will help you choose the perfect fit for the pieces of clothing that you are looking into. There are several places that know the importance of bringing out specific parts of your body in order to enhance the effectiveness of your garments. Everyone has their own fetishes about what is considered sexy on their body. This can help you eliminate some possibilities while adding others. Pieces such as Basques can help in adding to the ideas that you want to add to your fantasies.

The second tip to keep in mind is the available types of exotic lingerie. There are many styles of exotic lingerie to choose from. The upper part of the style may be attached or detached, depending on whether you want to show your abdomen area as part of the appeal. There are also longer garments, which will give a different style and draw the attention of your body to your core area by covering the rest up. Sometimes, having more covering in specific areas, or less overall will make a difference in what you will want to wear.

You can look at the garment sets that will provide a fantasy world with you and your partner. Many of the lingerie sets will come with a specific style or look that brings out an element of your character. When considering the type of lingerie that you want, you will also want to consider the available styles that best fit your personality. This is not only for creating the perfect setting, but also to help you express your individuality and personality. For example, costume lingerie is one of the popular possibilities among women in order to create the perfect setting. Exotic lingerie allow you to create an entire different world through the undergarments that you have chosen.

Another part of the exotic lingerie that you will want to consider is the type of material that you will want to use, as this will make a difference in comfort as well as presentation. The undergarments will come in anything from lace to leather, and everything in between, to create the desired effect. You will want to make sure you want to find something that will appeal to you in terms of comfort and style.

Creating a collection for every occasion is a popular step to take for your enjoyment. The presentation of the lingerie that will help to bring out the characteristics you want can help you in deciding the perfect sets available to you. There are thousands of stores to look at, each which will have different styles. There is also a demand from thousands of women to take part in exotic lingerie. Knowing your style and knowing what you want will help you in keeping the relationship alive with lingerie.

About The Author
Rick Freedom is an aspiring author & entrepreneur whose interests include dating, love, lingerie & thongs. For more info, visit http://www.1sexythong.com.

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Not every woman feels comfortable with exposing her cheeks in a sexy thong. Put some deep thought into what parts of her body she feels most comfortable with and choose lingerie to accentuate those aspects of her figure.

A few tips:

• Show off nice legs in something short like a baby doll or short chemise.
• Push up great cleavage with a halter or bustier style.
• Display sexy toned arms with a camisole.

Have fun

Get her in touch with her inner child by choosing fun prints like cherries or clouds. Or appeal to her wilder side: animal prints, lace or bold colors like red are perfect.

Lingerie Colors

Black, red and white (or off-white) look good on almost everyone.

Blondes look fabulous in pastels, and brunettes can carry off bolder colors like purple and emerald green. Redheads should favour greens, blues and earthy tones.

Soft touch

If you like touching the garment, she’ll like wearing it. Velvet, silk and satin have lots of tactile appeal. If you’re buying online, stick with fabrics that you already know what they feel like.

Get comfy

Casual, updated intimates come in styles like tank tops, bikinis and p.j.s. Look for cotton, flannel or other naturally cozy fabrics.

Sizes

The best way to find her correct size is to ask.

Alternatives: you can snoop around the lingerie drawer to find the sizes of stuff she already owns. Or you can guess (tricky territory and prone to disaster).

Presentation

Don’t forget to gift wrap the lingerie (or have it professionally wrapped) with stylish paper and a lots of tissue paper. You can get creative and make bags or baskets with related items, like a book of love poetry, a bottle of champagne or great-smelling body products and candles wo set the atmosphere.

Key Lingerie styles

• Chemise – A straight gown that skims the body.
• Negligee – A loose, usually sheer, gown.Peignoir set – Negligee that includes a matching sheer robe.
• Babydoll – A short gown that fits around the bust, flares toward hemline.
• Pajamas – Pants and top, originally styled after men’s p.j.s.
• Bustier – A usually strapless elongated bra that provides extra lift to the breasts.
• Camisole – A sleeveless top that can be paired with matching undies or worn under a jacket for work.
• Teddy – A one-piece style, similar to a bodysuit.