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Archive for November, 2007

21
Nov

Consider Lingerie For Her This Christmas

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It would be a cliché to say that sexy lingerie is the gift that “gives to both him and her”, or “it’s the gift that keeps on giving”. Clearly a man can’t lose when he gives lingerie as a gift. The only time this plan might backfire is when he gives something in the wrong style, or worse, the wrong size. But if a man puts time and consideration into his purchase, both are rewarded which is why sexy lingerie can make a great gift.

Men are always tempted to buy what they think is sexy when it comes to lingerie. They purchase the lingerie only to find that their taste is in direct conflict with the taste of their partner. Take as an example, thongs or g-strings. It takes a special type of woman to be comfortable wearing this type of undergarment. Men find them sexy and give them as gifts only to find their wife or girlfriend don’t like them and refuse to wear them.

Given that thong sales only represent about 20% of all lingerie purchases, it is quite possible that a woman may not appreciate thongs as gifts as much as the men giving them as gifts.

It is important to do your homework in order to make sure your gift selection is successful. Ask yourself what part of her body is she proud of and then consider lingerie that will flatter and accentuate that part. If she is most proud of her cleavage as example, a halter might be a good choice. If she is particularly proud of her legs, then you might want to consider a chemise. No matter what part of her body she is most proud of there is lingerie out there that will work.

When deciding on sexy lingerie as a gift, color is important to. You need to take into consideration things like hair color, skin tone and even body shape. Brunettes look best in colors that accentuate their darker hues, so purples or even dark greens and reds usually work pretty well. Blondes tend to like lighter colors and even pastels. Redheads generally need darker colors that compliment their hair color, greens and blues work best for that.

Lingerie should look great on her but don’t overlook how it feels also. Fabric type is almost as important as style and color. A good rule of thumb is if you like the feel of the fabric, she will probably enjoy wearing it. Silks and satins almost always make a good choice. They are smooth to the touch and will feel great on her. I recommend only buying fabrics your familiar with especially if your buying your gift online. That way you know what to expect.

One of the biggest mistakes men make when buying lingerie is getting the size right. Many men think they can guestimate the size because they have ‘calibrated eyes’ or they can figure out the size by cupping and imaginary breast in their hands. Don’t fall victim to this method of sizing. If your not sure about the size, ask. If you can’t ask, then do some detective work when she isn’t around. If you don’t get the sizes right, all of your efforts will most likely be in vain. Buying the right style and colors won’t help if it doesn’t fit.

Sexy Lingerie is definitely one of the most intimate and rewarding gifts a person can give or receive. When the desires, size, body, and tastes of the receiver are considered when making a purchase, lingerie will be rewarding to the buyer in ways like no other gift can. But, when you buy something that you think they will like without taking into consideration the person you’re buying for, a lingerie purchase can backfire. Lingerie should be a gift that she will remember fondly so be sure to think of how she would feel wearing it before buying and you are sure to have a very merry Christmas season with many happy returns!

19
Nov

Lingerie Can Be Both Sexy And Comfortable

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Between men and woman there will always be different opinions on what to buy. Lingerie can be sexy, and comfortable as well as long as it is the right size. Don’t try to wear bras and underwear for the size you want to be, wear the correct size for yourself and you will be more comfortable. 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 are 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 comfortably, and also fits the occasion.

When buying sexy lingerie pick something that could get your lover excited. Also pick something which you will be happy wearing. You can shop for lingerie together, online or at a store, or make a surprise gift for a special occasion. It’s 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.

12
Nov

Taking Care Of Your Sexy Lingerie

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You’ve taken the time and researched into what fine sexy lingerie would suit you and your desires the best, made your purchase and now you may be wondering how to best store your new intimate apparel. Firstly you want to keep in mind that in general, the fabrics used to make fine sexy lingerie are more delicate than fabrics used to make other styles of clothing that you wear every day.

The lace and lightweight sheer fabrics are more prone to snagging, so try to avoid sharp or abrasive objects while storing your fine lingerie. All fine sexy lingerie that has any type of stretch fabric incorporated into the design should never be hung on a clothes hanger in the closet.

Always store your intimate apparel neatly folded and flat in a dresser drawer or on a shelf away from dust and dirt. The exception to this would be any fine lingerie apparel that isn’t made of stretch fabric, but since most intimate apparel is made of stretch lace, etc., you’ll be storing most, if not all, of your fine sexy lingerie flat. You may be wondering why it’s so important to store your fine lingerie flat. The reason is because hanging any fine lingerie that is made from any kind of stretch fabric will lose shape and elasticity over time simply due to the weight of the garment. I’ve personally seen the results of this phenomena. I have a red dress that was given to me recently that has a regular lace skirt, but a stretch lace bodice and sleeves.

Due to it being hung in a closet for several years, it can be clearly seen where the elastic in the lace has completely stretched out of shape and in a lot of cases has broken and frayed. The bodice and sleeves now have to be completely replaced to make the dress wearable. So keep your fine lingerie away from hangers and it will last for years and years. One tip regarding storing your fine lingerie in a dresser drawer - don’t overstuff it! At the least, your intimate apparel will get wrinkled, and your lingerie could suffer snags from when you open and close the drawer. I hope you find these tips regarding how to store your fine lingerie useful. Remember, treat your fine sexy lingerie with care and it will reward you with years and years of use.