Many women love receiving lingerie from the man in their life, and most men love giving it as a gift. It’s not uncommon for a man to give his significant other a racy piece of lingerie for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or other celebrations. The appeal of the gift comes from a woman feeling sexy in something her man bought her, and the man benefiting from the gift by pleasing his girlfriend or wife.
Buying lingerie for someone else can be a tricky business, especially if you don’t know the terminology, sizing, materials, and more. Here’s a quick tip guide to buying the perfect lingerie for your girlfriend or wife.
-First, consider if lingerie is an appropriate gift, and if you are giving it for the right reasons. If you are giving lingerie to encourage a more prominent sex life, the lingerie receiver may not be so keen on the gift. A gift should be given out of caring, not to entice a favor.
-Next, choose the retailer you would like to purchase the lingerie from. Common stores like Victoria’s Secret or Frederick’s of Hollywood can be found in shopping malls, but if you are looking for unique or specific lingerie at discounted prices, try shopping online at places like lingerie retailer <a onClick=”javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview(‘/outgoing/article_exit_link’);” href=http://www.yandy.com/>Yandy</a>.
-Buying online can be beneficial, since there are descriptions for products you may not know about, and you can see how the lingerie is worn on the models. Most online sites also deliver lingerie in plain, non-descript packaging so if you live with your significant other, they won’t know what you ordered.
-If you choose to shop in a store, seek the assistance of sales employees. Likely, they will be knowledgeable and very helpful when it comes to choosing what you think your girlfriend or wife would like.
-Before you begin shopping, you need to know what sort of lingerie your significant other would like. If they dress conservatively and hate flashy apparel, you don’t want to get them something ostentatious or risqué. First, think about (or look at) the lingerie she already owns. Is it sexy sheer baby doll tops and racy thongs? Or sweet and simple bra tops with matching panties? Take a que from what she has and likes and stick with that. If she doesn’t own any lingerie, start simple with something like a chemise or gown, or matching bra and panties.
-Know her size. This can be difficult to find out, but it is essential. You don’t want to get something too big or too small to insult her size. Check the tags of her current lingerie and clothes, and write down bra cup sizes, shirt sizes, panty sizes, and if possible, corset/baby doll/ other lingerie sizes. Most websites have measurement guides if you’re buying online, and a sales associate in store can tell you what best matches.
-Choose fabric that is comfortable. Though you may enjoy it, a leather and vinyl body suit may not be what she is into. Don’t buy cheap, scratchy fabric that may give her a rash. If you’re buying a gift, pay the extra money to get something nice. Be aware of any fabric allergies she may have (latex, etc).
-Here is something that most men do not consider when buying lingerie: what is her discomfort level with what she reveals? While you may want to see her in a barely-there thong and open cup bra, she may find that too much to handle. If she is insistent on not showing her stomach, opt for a teddy or chemise that covers it. However, it can be very flattering to buy something that exposes her “discomfort area” (such as her stomach, thighs, or whatever else she doesn’t like about her self) and tell her how beautiful you think she is. This could encourage her to be happier with her self image if you express how much you like her body.
No matter what lingerie you choose for your girlfriend or wife, it is important to show her you care about her, whether the gift is for fun or for a celebration. Have fun picking it out and presenting it to her, and even more fun when she uses it!