Women's Lingerie... What Do I Buy Her??
After watching a bum tensingly cringe episode of Desperate Scousewives (I am a huge fan, this scene was just horrific) it became clear that a lot of men don’t know how to buy the right underwear for women. So here are a few tips, from a woman (just in case my picture is that deceptive).
First Stop, The Bra Size
If you’re buying underwear for a girl you should be at the stage where you can find her bra (and I don’t mean breaking and entering her house or being a ‘top lad’ who can un-clasp it with one hand either). Find the bra, if it’s on the floor that’s good news, it means she really likes it and wears it often. On the strap there will be a label, you’re looking for a number and a letter, e.g 34B, 36C, 32DD etc. Once you’ve found this, make a note (in your phone) and save it there.
A Little Bit More Difficult...Pants Size
The size of her bottoms won't always be the same size as her clothes. Don’t get it mistaken that when she says she’s Size 8 that may mean in the arms. Ask her what her size is because trousers aren’t very useful in revealing the truth, or suggest you go shopping (I know, I know, but it’ll be worth it in the end). When you’re walking around pick something out, if she likes it, ask what size… BINGO.
Day Time or Night Time Lingerie
Buying a girl a corset/baby doll/nipple tassels, is not for her benefit is it? No, it’s for yours, so step away from the fantasy zone and into everyday beautiful lingerie. I can tell you that your partner will be incredibly grateful if you buy her something she can wear during the day that makes her feel sexy – trust me, you will gain more benefits from your partner feeling sexy rather than being forced to feel sexy in something Ann Summers have labelled their newest ‘thrill’.
What Colour To Choose?
Black – guaranteed win.
White – risky.
Red – sexy.
Pink – risky.
Black is definitely your best bet.
What Style To Buy?
Look at what she wears on an everyday… Don’t just assume that because she was wearing that g-string once that that’s what she loves, the chances are it was simply to avoid visible panty lines. Knickers in sexy styles are very appealing too and often a lot more wearable, so your partner can get a lot more use out of the set too. Equally if your partner is always in push up bras maybe that is what she feels most confident in, so make sure you do the research to discover what she prefers; she'll love you forever if you get it right.
Where To Buy From?
Ann Summers is obvious, then again guys you’ve been drawn to it since your mum first let you go into town with your friends. Sometimes they do produce nice underwear, then again if you do not trust yourself to verge to the chocolate genitals and body stockings then stay well away.
Depending on your budget have a look at some of these brands... Agent Provocateur, Lascivious, Roberto Cavalli, Mimi Holliday, Elle Macpherson, Elle Macpherson Intimates, Stella McCartney and La Perla all do incredibly gorgeous underwear, at a range of prices that will suit all styles and shapes.
It is an incredibly difficult gift to buy, however as long as you know the right size and constantly keep thinking ‘I’m buying for her desires not mine, her desires not mine’ you will find a set which is perfect. The last thing you want is for your girlfriend to open her present and look up to see you stark naked waiting for her to ‘enjoy it’… Not a good move blokes.
