How To Buy Lingerie

Tips For Men Buying Lingerie

In general, men do a great job shopping for women. Many wonderful and imaginative gift ideas were created from the hearts of men who are in love with beautiful things. This comes with practice. Some men just have a knack for this, however, others don't.

1. Know her bra size!

If this is the only size you know your doing OK. Typically, if you don't know a woman well enough to check one of her bras for its size, you probably shouldn't surprise her with lingerie!

Some of our Lingerie uses only the chest size 32,34,36 etc.. However, others need cup sizes, 32A, 34B, 36C etc... If your having trouble figuring out the cup sizes, try this;

The fullness of my partners breasts are 2 half:

Lemons=A
Orange=B
Grapefruit=C
Melons=D

Sounds silly, but it works!

It might be helpful to know this before ordering. Lingerie is not something you can just send back easily if it doesn't fit right. If this is not a special occasion or a surprise, consider asking your partner what size to order and make him or her wait with anticipation. Then you may add the extras, such as: Scented Candles, Flowers, Wine etc., you get the idea!

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2. Hips?

Hips are Hips, most of the lingerie contours nicely around them . However, if this seems to be a concern, consider staying away from Lingerie pieces such as Bustiers and Waist Cinchers because these garments are tight fitted and could accentuate this area.

3. Know her body type.

There are many pieces of lingerie for every women. Without going into much detail (that may not help anyway) I'll just give you brief summary and suggested pieces (type) of Lingerie to look for.

A. Pear (smaller on top then tapers out). This does not mean small busted. This means women who have a small upper body build. Try something a little loose fitting on the top (not too loose guys!).

Try these examples: Babydolls

What if she has small breasts? If she is sensitive about this, choose something that does not emphasize this part of her body. Babydolls are a good choice. Try to avoid tight strapless bustiers, some women complain that bustiers do not shift with their body movements. If she's wanting to add some cleavage(most do), try Padded or Push-up Padded!

B. Up-side down pear (wider shoulders, and small derrière, meaning a muscular or bigger upper body build. Women today work hard to have muscle tone and wear it well. If they want to show it off, choose something sporty.

You might consider these: Bustiers "Sets" There are many outfits that might interest you

If you want frills, try to look for something to wrap around the hips. You may want to add an accessory like a wrap, robe, kimono, or a feather boa.

C.Hour-glass ( proportioned about average top to bottom).

Ok. Everything.
Choose Lingerie you both like.

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4. Her Personality.

Guys, Guys. Guys! This is where you can really make the perfect gift a special event. Please listen!

If you've never seen her wearing Crotchless panties or "Peek-A-Boo" bras you might explore this idea with her before buying these items. They are very exciting, but it could be too much at first. Try a Teddiette w/ Stockings (make sure she has heels to wear with it). Then if the two of you want, graduate to racier items as she becomes more comfortable with them. Take the time to go step by step and enjoy each of them.

5. You don't have to spend a fortune, but don't be cheap.

Nice lingerie can be expensive if you buy top quality or if buying quantity, but that is not how most people purchase Lingerie. If can only spend$20.00, buy a nice sexy pair of panties. Then purchase another piece to match later. If you have $100.00 to spend, buy one nice complete outfit. We carry quality lingerie with prices that most people can afford.

6. Don't forget accessories!

Make sure she has heels, "Low or High" it doesn't matter if she wears them or not, it's her option, yet importantto the outfit. High-heels create a special look and a feeling of excitement for both men and women. Stockings, gloves, feather boas, all will excite her as well as you!

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7. Wrap it!

After going through all the delightful trouble of making the right purchases, Wrap Them! Here are a few suggestions. Be creative and make it pretty! Most women believe the presentation and care in choosing a gift is as important as the gift itself.

Box

• Always use pretty tissue paper to line the box. Arrange the lingerie in a fashionable way and fold the excess tissue paper over it. You can put little extra's in the same box such as; a card, a book (poetry or a romance novel), petite wine glasses, candies, stuffed animals, jewelry, or perfume. Which ever you decide, cover the box with pretty wrapping paper, and top it with a ribbon and a bow.

Bag

• You can purchase pretty little gift bags at all the stores. Use tissue paper or whimsical shredded paper to line the gift bag. Don't forget to add the exciting Extra's!

Gift Baskets

Gift Baskets are fun because they're more personal and you can create a theme or an event. Here are some ideas:

• Bath soaps, oils, body lotions, perfumes, a little rubber duck, and lingerie.

• Wine & cheese, or anything you and your partner would like to snack on a little later. Gently place stockings in a wine glass, panties in the other etc...

• Picnic Baskets, breakfast, lunch or dinner w/wine (don't forget the glasses)! After stopping at the deli, pick up small finger deserts at the bakery, select a light bottle of wine, and a small loose bouquet of flowers tied with a ribbon. Through-out the basket place your separately wrapped lingerie gifts. She will be delighted the entire time she's removing all the delicacies.

There are many ways to have fun with gift giving, just use your imagination.

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