Men's Guide To Buying Lingerie

Avoid the embarrassment of wandering self-consciously among the underwear rails. Shopping online with us avoids that red-face factor and it ends the confusion. With over 200 brands there is plenty to catch your eye and suit your wallet. Here's our no-nonsense guide to everything you need to know...

Know her size?
The easiest way to find this out is to (discreetly) take a look in her underwear drawer and see what is says on the labels. But don’t worry if you don’t get the chance as some of our suggestions don’t require you to know her bra size.

Colour
What colour underwear have you seen her in? If she's never worn red steer clear! All women like to have pretty things in their wardrobes even if they don’t wear them day to day. Look out for other sexy colours like purple, dark blue or pink. Black is usually a safe bet if you are unsure.

Choosing your gift
Women buy underwear for the way it looks and the way it makes them feel. There is lingerie for everyday, lingerie for that special occasion, lingerie to go with a particular outfit and then there's lingerie for a night in. This is where you need to consider different lingerie types and bra styles...

Padded bras -

Padded bras follow the shape of a normal bra but add a bit of extra oomph, especially to smaller boobs. Padded bras are a good choice for women who wear A or B cup bras. They don’t give dramatic cleavage but they are very popular bras, especially under evening wear. For  luxury try Rigby & Peller's Valentia  padded bras or Triumph's Seductive Flower range of padded bras for affordable chic. Padded bras

Push Up bras -

Push-up bras squeeze boobs together so that they look bigger and have a deeper cleavage.
Push Up bras are usually a safe bet, as many women like wearing them to feel sexy and some have quite a collection! Add cleavage with a Wonderbra or Gossard's Superboost plunge bras. According to Now Starstyle Awards it as a 'cult classic which gives incredible cleavage', 10 out of 10. Push-up bras

Balconette Bras -

Balconette bras are a good choice if she is well-endowed. They offer a sexy low cut cup but still provide good support.
Balconette bras have cups that are cut lower than full cup bras making it a good choice for tops with a wide neck or deep scoop. Encourage her to show off her assets with balconette bras by Simone Perele or Freya.

Briefs -

Briefs come in mini, midi or maxi - depending on how much flesh you want to cover - and often come with flattering high legs that can give the illusion of length. Many women favour this style as they allow for a bit of mystery while still being sexy.

G-strings and thongs

G-strings can be both functional and very sexy. Try Gossard's diamante jewel hipster G-string for some serious body bling! Thongs have a wider strip of material at the back, which women may prefer when it comes to avoiding VPL . For some gorgeous satin thongs including sheer, lacy, embroidered and seamless, try Argentivo.

French knickers

French knickers are big but they are also beautiful. Styles can be referred to as shorties, boy-leg or French knickers. The perfect gift if you know your partner feels self-conscious about her hips and bum. Try this lacy pair by Beau Bra.

Camisoles, corsets and bustiers

Sexy and practical, these styles are a good choice when you don't know your partner’s exact cup size. Celebrities can’t get enough of these curvaceous creations. They suit all sizes and can be worn as enticing outerwear, check out Vollers Corsets

Camisoles
Corsets
Bustiers

Chemises, PJs and robes

These are great gifts for your partner or even your Mum as nightwear is always a safe bet. As nightwear usually comes in small, medium and large you don’t have to be exact in your sizing!

Nightwear