So… you don’t know the difference between a
bustier and a babydoll? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re
in a new relationship or have been married for eons – there’s nothing
better than treating your sweetie with a hot little number that will
excite both of you.
The problem many men face when buying women’s lingerie is the agonizing
and bewildering muddle of unanswered questions. They don’t know the
first thing about what size she is, or what she would like. Ladies love
presents, but even more so if it’s something they can wear more than
just for special occasions
Ladies, I know you’re nodding in approval. Especially if you’ve ever
received a gift box from your man that revealed something that
resembles a scrap of fabric held together by tooth floss.
To take the mystery out of shopping for women’s lingerie,
we have a number of suggestions. First of all, is this for YOU or for
HER? If you answered ‘both’, then you’re off to a good start. Sure, you
want her to look sexy and seductive in it. However, if you buy
something that doesn’t reflect her taste, she will likely wear it for a
total of 5 minutes and then bury it under a pile of unwanted underwear
at the bottom of the drawer. Which means you’ve wasted your money.
Hence, the first consideration should be choosing lingerie that
reflects her personality. Is she a feminine girly-girl? Maybe a lacy
babydoll would be best. Is she a flirtatious temptress? Get something
sexy, like a suspender/garter set with plunge bra. Is she conservative
or self-conscious? Then a pretty negligee might be more appreciated.
Does she like to act out fantasies? Look for a bustier or sexy bra /
g-string combo that can be worn under clothing and then removed, piece
by piece.
After you have considered her taste, narrow down a few outfits that
make your heart race whenever you imagine her wearing it.
Next, the hard part is determining her size. There is a fine line that
must never be crossed. Size does matter, even in women’s underclothing.
If you buy something too big, she will be insulted that you see her as
fat. If you buy something too small, she will be too embarrassed to
wear it because the lace and strings will become lost in the crevices.
The goal is to discover the perfect size based on her build. If she is
athletic, voluptuous, skinny, full-figured or big up top and small down
bottom; these are all mysteries to be determined. Even most women don’t
even know for sure what their own size is, So what hope do you have?
There are two ways around this challenge. If you’re married or
cohabitating, it’s easy. Sneak a peek in her lingerie drawer one day
and look at three or four pieces – both bras and pants – and memorise
the sizes. However, if your partner is a lady you’ve just begun seeing;
you will need to be more creative about discovering her size. Look in
her hamper, or try to get it out of her during a phone conversation. Do
it seductively and she’ll never suspect a thing. Never come out and ask
her, she either work out what you’re up to or think you are comparing
her to someone else.
If you’re not familiar with lingerie terminology, fear not. Thousands
of men out there still think that a teddy is just something furry that
children take to bed with them. The homonym for teddy is a bodysuit
style camiknickers that is worn as lingerie.
Here’s a cheat-cheat
Bras: From brassiere comes the slang term for a supportive breast
covering that ‘holds ‘em up’. Bras have become a favourite undergarment
for women to wear every day. Here are several bra styles:
Balcony/Balconette: A bra with a less coverae that lifts the breasts up and out, such as a shelf.
Plunge: A plunge bra brings the breasts together for a deep cleavage
effect. Often plunge bras are padded to give a little extra oomph.
Padded: If her boobs are smaller, then a padded bra will add support and cup size for a fuller appearance.
Push-up: Provide lift. As the name suggests, this bra pushes the breasts up and out for a curvy look.
Full Cup: Big breasted women need a full cup to support those big guns.
The straps are usually wider and the bra features more hooks in the
back.
Briefs: Basically, this is underwear. Here are several styles:
Bikini Briefs: These are conservative and cover up more of the front
and backside. To make them more exciting, find bikini briefs with lace,
satin or exciting jungle prints.
G-String: This scandalous piece of cloth is just a string that barely
covers up the front and has no more than a string in the back.
Thong: Like the G-String, except it has a slightly wider stretch of cloth that barely covers up the unmentionable areas.
Shorts: Often called boy shorts, these little panties sit low below her
waist and look like mini men’s underwear, except sexier.
Basque: The French started this one. These are Victorian-inspired
corsets that hug the curves of a woman’s torso. Think burlesque!
Bustier: Form-fitting like a Basque, but shorter to push the breasts up; while cinching in the waistline.
Suspender/Garter Belts: These are one of the oldest lingerie items that
remain popular and were used to hold up stockings. Suspenders are
attached around the waistline of the Basque for a sexy ensemble or as a
separate piece worn with bra and briefs.
Chemise: Quite simply, this is a one-piece ladies undergarment, often called a slip. Styles include:
Babydoll: A short, loose fitting nightgown.
Negligee: A nightgown, which is a loose-fitting dress meant to be worn in the bedroom.
Gown: It can be an evening dress or a bedgown. Today’s gown fashions are available in everything from see-through to slinky.
Robe: Meant to be worn as a cover up over lingerie or nakedness.
Dressing gown: This is generally a modest robe or longer gown meant to cover up with.
A final word of advice? (I have a shop as well so need to delete this.)
clerks running up on you while you’re sifting through racks. If you
aren’t sure ask for help. Start with Plums Lingerie
who provide a personalised service for all their customers and will
happily share their expertise to make shopping for the woman in your
life a pleasurable, yet discreet experience.
Ordering online at Plums Lingerie also gives you a better selection,
while helping you to avoid the last-minute hustle before Valentine’s
Day or special occasions.
The goal is to give the lady in your life something both of you will
enjoy. Buying wisely will mean your gift will be enjoyed over and over
again.