Unlike chocolates or flowers, buying lingerie Is a truly romantic yet intimate gift that goes to demonstrate how you have really put in some real effort into the selection of the special gift.
A Man's Guide to buying lingerie gives quick tips for any man embarking on the painstaking task of getting his special someone something intimate. Get to know how to choose from the right color, size, and style to go for so that your gift gets to her with the intended impact.
To begin with, there are some caveats you need to know and so you get to avoid the pitfalls of getting the items that do not achieve the desired effect.
Sizing up the situation
You want to keep your gift a secret so you should try to sneak a peek at the label in her favorite bra and undies in her drawer (or if you don’t’ get to access to her drawer, try the laundry basket!) and make a note of the size before you head out to the lingerie shop. That way you do not risk getting her something of the wrong sizing.
Do note that bra sizes are a little more complicated. You need to look for a number ie 32, 34, 36 etc which will also have a letter following it to denote the fullness of her breasts (e.g. 32D, 34B etc). Please read our Bra Size conversation chart for the difference in size denotation for different countries.
Where bras are sold in the above sizes, fit is of paramount importance. If you are considering buying something that has to fit exactly, we recommend asking your partner first for her size. That way you can be sure that your efforts do not go down the drain. To keep the element of surprise, don’t discuss the type of underwear you are going to buy and consider adding something pampering such as a bath gel or a box of chocolates as an additional gift.
Be in Style
Having known the size you’re looking for, we now move on style and color.
As a rule of the thumb, we advise purchasing something pretty, sexy and feminine. Women generally do not find practical bra as a romantic gift. While you don’t want your lady to feel like you meant to make them look like a model or some FHM cover girls, do be careful you have an idea of the kind of style she likes. While peeking into her top drawer, take note of the particular styles or colors that your lady appeared to prefer. Take a few moments to assess her current collection will help shed some lights of what she will love. Also observe the kind of outfit she likes wearing, whether it’s plunge neckline, or halter, or t-shirts and these are noteworthy hints on what style of bra should you be getting for her.
Click here for a brief description of the kinds of bras and if it is knickers you are intending to get for her, please click here for a guide to buying knickers.
