Lingerie has three basic traditional colors: red, white, and black. White is typically deemed as the “innocent” color. You get married in a white gown and wear sexy white merry widow underneath. Red is the color of love and lust. It shows that your desires are hot and full of passion. Black is the most infamous of all lingerie colors. Black displays ecstasy and mystery, the rich deep color shows off any skin tone and always sets the mood. Choosing your favorite colors, or colors to match specific outfits is always a good idea as well.

There is no end to a lingerie wardrobe. The designs and materials are so different from dainty sensual lace and rose appliqués to stretch metallic lycra that halters up your breast. It’s best to have a variety of them. If you like a more flirty approach and are not so comfortable with your figure, there are short dresses, chemises, or baby dolls. Some are made from satin, silk and see through lace. If you are more of a tomboy, you can always try a boy short set. The main thing is that you feel comfortable in what you are wearing so you and your partner can continue to enjoy them.

You should always have bras, at least one black, white and a flesh colored. That way you have one for under any outfit and you’ll want to be able match your panties too. Lace and other embellishments bring out the sexual potential of your lingerie. They are no longer “bras and panties”, they become enticing items of sexual desire alluring your partner to come give you the attention you deserve.

One dress, or gown type is a must have. This way when you have a “bloated” moment, your sexiness doesn’t have to suffer. I prefer shorter gowns to longer ones because it’s easy to move more freely in them, but longer gowns have an elegance and mystique all of their own.

Teddies are beautiful but not everyone can wear a teddy. A cami or boy short set is always a nice addition. The cami comes in a variety of lengths from just bra coverage to the entire bodice. You can always use them to cover tummy imperfections as well and hot shorts help hide leg problems.

The corset, oh how amazing it is, it is a must for all women! It squeezes in the middle and pushes everything up to your breast. It does not matter if you are small on top, or large in the tummy, with the right corset you always wind up with full breasts and deep cleavage. The addition of a garter and thigh highs just enhances the sex factor even more. You and your partner will always want to see it on you.

So basic lingerie wardrobe should consist of

• 3 bra sets – white, black, and flesh toned

• Gown or dress – sexy yet mysterious

• Corset – pushes the limits of your breast

• Panties, boy shorts, thongs, and g-strings, enough to last at least a week or two

• Stockings or Thigh Highs.  About a dozen in a variety of colors should do

Make sure and keep your lingerie wardrobe up-to-date with seasonal additions. It’s so much fun to put on new pieces, whether it’s for your own pleasure or to surprise your partner with a new look!

Early on, you may not wear any.  For some reason, men find this incredibly sexy.  Perhaps it’s their genetic laziness – the same gene that causes them to watch an infomercial after the game because they don’t know where the remote is and they sure as hell aren’t getting up to look for it.  The idea of reaching up your skirt and finding nothing standing between them and your sweet spot drives them insane.

After a short time, you spice it up with a sexy thong.  This turns him on, too.  Again… genetics.  Men are hunters, and he needs to explore your “nethers” finding where that little strip of material disappeared to.  We, as women, need to encourage this!  Thongs, g-strings, crotchless panties… They all do the trick to get your man to hunt and gather.

Then, a little more material comes into the picture and you start wearing teddies, babydolls, and camis.  This works wonders in the world of male genetics because men have always been fascinated with uncovering treasures.  Boys love “diggers”… bulldozers and the like.  Granted, probably not the gentlest of methods, but what do we care?  Rip those clothes off, baby!  They see something they like, know there’s something more to love underneath, and suddenly they’re on a mission to uncover the secrets of your world.

The step women take after this puzzles me.  At some point, women start buying these enormous cotton granny panties.  I hear excuse after excuse about how they’re “comfortable” or how there’s no reason to “bother” with thongs and such anymore.  WHAT???  Let’s think logically here.  ALL panties are gonna migrate up your ass at some point during the day, agreed?  That comfort stuff you spew is bullshit.  I’d much rather have a half-inch of fabric intentionally there than to be ducking around a corner to wiggle five inches worth of material out of my ass.

As for male genetics and granny panties?  We know men are lazy.  We’ve established that’s why minimal clothing is ideal.  While that excites them, granny panties have the opposite effect.  That much fabric reminds them of a blanket and they want nothing more than to roll over and go to sleep.

So use his genetics to your advantage.  Encourage him to explore and remind him there is one hell of a treasure to be unearthed!!!

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1. Underwear as outerwear. Creating a professional look and maintaining your own style of sensual pleasure is easy when you add a silky camisole under a suit jacket. Bustiers look great for club wear or evening wear with a skirt or even a sexy pair of jeans. Grab a teddy to wear under that low cut sweater, you’ll look great and feel so sexy! Ultra mini skirts are sexy fun to wear over a pair of leggings and will work for many occasions. Go through your closet and see how you can mix and match different pieces of lingerie with jeans, skirts, business suits, or leggings to create a unique sexy style all on your own.

2. Step out of character. If you normally wear silk and lace, go bold with leather and/or vinyl. You’ll feel risque’ and dangerous. Or, if you typically wear fetish or edgy wear, try out a silky chemise or an elaborately embroidered bustier. You’ll feel so feminine and alluring. Changing your style will help bring out other levels of the luscious woman you truly are.

3. Tantalize your partner when you are getting ready to leave the house by walking around in your favorite lingerie. Even if that isn’t the same lingerie you will end up wearing, it only takes a moment to do a very hot “walk through” to leave your partner’s mouth open and his mind on how sexy you looked for the rest of the evening.

4. Keep it on! You don’t always have to be stark naked in order to have wild and steamy sex. For an erotic eye-candy treat, leave some of your lingerie on. Thigh highs and high heels are some of my favorite, or a bustier and nothing else but your smile will be super hot as well.

5. Bag it! Get two lingerie outfits out. One that’s totally wild and one that’s a bit on the tame side. Put them in two separate gift bags. Let your lover pick a bag, and you wear whatever one is picked!

6. Leave lingerie out on your bed or in the bathroom so your lover will get a peek of what you will be wearing later. They will be thinking of it all day!

7. Tuck a panty or thong in with your partner’s suitcase while they are planning to be away on business. Spritz some of your favorite fragrance on it along with a sexy note of what you want to do when they come home!

8. Don’t forget the bodystockings! Bodystockings go under everything and if you buy the ones with an open bust and open crotch, you don’t have to take them off for your sexiest time of the day. Wear them under a conservative outfit and then surprise your partner when you start to slowly undress.

9. Send something silky and sexy in a thank you card to your partner! Let them know how much they turn you on and how you are looking forward to modeling the item that you sent for them the next time you see them. Expect to hear from them very soon!

10. Leave them at home! Wear a sexy vinyl or leather mini-skirt, silky cami top, and sexy shoes, and nothing else. Let your partner know that you “forgot” to wear your panties. You’ll both stay turned on the whole night.

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1. Know her size! She will be upset if you go too large and disappointed if you go too small. If you aren’t sure of her exact size, pick lingerie with “One Size” fits all options. These will fit most women up to queen size and she will be happy with something she can wear right away.

2. Know her style! A woman whose idea of foreplay is 20 lashes is not going to want a fluffy foo-foo look, she’s going to want leather, maybe vinyl, and more sophisticated looks with darker colors. Someone on the more conservative side probably wouldn’t appreciate a leather studded crotchless teddy. “How to Match Her Style” will give you specific suggestions in regard to style matching options.

3. Know what is appropriate for the occasion. For example, for your honeymoon, you would want to choose bridal lingerie. “The Right Lingerie at the Right Time” article in “Gift Guides” will give you options to help you with this.

4. Pick a variety of items for her. The more items you pick, the more likely it is that she is going to like at least some of what you bought for her. For example, get something conservative that she could wear for everyday, something sexy to wear on a special occasion, and something on the naughty side, then throw in a couple of pieces of costume jewelry and maybe a naughty toy or two, a couple of candles, or bath and body products and you’ll be all set!

5. Stay close to her regular preferences. Some women refuse to wear thongs and g-strings and some women won’t wear regular panties, so find out which one she wears, and stick to that. If she wears t-shirts to bed, get comfortable babydoll and chemise outfits that are appealing, but still offer the comfort that she is used to. Knowing her preference is as easy as paying attention to what she wears from day to day.

These points should get you started in the right direction! She is going to be so happy when she sees how thoughtful you were with your gift giving efforts.

1. Bikini. A bikini panty falls about three inches below your waist line, have a full rear covering back panel and higher cut legs. The higher cut on the legs lengthens and enhances the shape of you legs. Some have string ties on the sides and look more like a string bikini, upping the sexy quotient!

2. Boy Short. Madonna brought this look into style back in the 80’s when she began sporting boys boxers. They are boxy and fall below the rear end. These are comfy fun panties that have a variety of different waistline options and fabrics.

3. Cheeky Shorts. Cheeky shorts are similar to boy shorts, but they only cover about half your rear. They are flirty and flattering. They are typically made to look very feminine with lacy or mesh fabrics and embellishments.

4. Crotchless. Also called open crotch panties come in a variety of styles such as full rear coverage, or more of a tanga. They have an opening in the crotch. No need to remove your panties for sex! These are very sexy and enticing to wear for your partner.

5. French cut. These are similar to Hi-Cut panties, with full rear coverage. The difference is that the higher cut is more towards the front of the panty instead of the sides. These are very flattering if you are looking to lengthen the look of your legs.

6. Hi-Cut. Hi-Cut are bikinis with a full coverage in the rear, and have high cut sides. This look, like the French cut gives a longer appearance to your legs and are very flattering.

7. G-String. These aren’t just for strippers anymore! A G-String gives you full frontal coverage, with just a string in the back and rests snuggly in the crack of your cheeks. Very enticing, and also great when you don’t want a panty line to show. *Hint. Get one size up from what you would normally wear for added comfort.

8. Low Rise Bikini. You need these if you wear low rise pants and jeans. They typically fall about four inches below your waistline and will help keep your panties from riding up above the waistline of you low cut pants/shorts/jeans.

9. Tanga. This is a European style of panty that is very alluring. It is v-shaped in front and in back, with full frontal coverage and about half butt coverage. They come in a variety of waistline options.

10. Thong. Thongs are similar to g-strings but typically have more fabric in the back than the g-string does. Very sexy and won’t show a panty line. Some women find a g-string more comfortable, and others find a thong more comfortable. Try both styles out to see which is best for you.

So, there you have it, my luscious panty fiends! Go out and shop for some lovelies with the confidence of knowing what you are shopping for.

It is very important to have gorgeous lingerie in the bedroom as well. Putting on something sexy before going to bed or becoming intimate can always enhance your sexual experience. It will make you feel decadent. A chocolate covered strawberry is always better than a regular strawberry. If your partner sees you that you are wearing an alluring outfit, they will become very aroused and want to take hold of you.

Lingerie can play a giant role in kicking up the heat in your sex life. From just wearing a silky cami set or babydoll, to a hot erotic vinyl cat suit, or crotchless panties, it’s easy to become excited whether you are alone or with someone. Dressing the part of a sensually sexual woman leaves you feeling confident and full of pride. You’ll want to walk tall and strut like a super model.

Often lingerie can be used to fulfill a sexual fantasy, by not only wearing lavish gowns and sets but by wearing costumes. You can be a dominatrix maiden in a black vinyl corset hot shorts and boots one night or a cheerleader the next. There are always costumes to match your partner’s career also, like police women, doctors or nurses. Costumes come in a variety of materials from satin to vinyl, covering a wide range of sexual desires.

Owning sexy lingerie is full of many joys. Whether it’s enhanced sexual intimacy from a partner or just loving and spoiling yourself, there is lingerie for made for people of any shape and size.