Lingerie plays a vital role in a woman’s life. Lingerie is not just close to the woman’s heart (no pun intended) but it is also the closest to her and enhances her sexuality like no other piece of clothing. The most important thing about a lingerie item is the fit. There’s no denying that perfectly well fitted lingerie can accentuate the female form, sensuality and outfit with aplomb. Whether you are a plus size woman, or a bride-to-be, or want to bring the passion back into your relationship, nothing really works to ignite the fire and spread the warmth like beautifully created lingerie!

Whatever your reason for picking up lingerie, you must choose a lingerie based on your mood, preference in design, style, comfort, and purpose. Before you set your feet out for lingerie shopping get to know yourself better. Do you need lingerie that emphasizes your bodily curves, or do you need it to spice up your sex life or do you need lingerie to pamper yourself? Whatever your reason, trust us – there is more than one type of intimate apparel for any occasion you may have in mind.

When you shop for lingerie, stop for a minute to consider the power of this intimate apparel. It stimulates the imagination, makes you look seductive, sexy, and “all-powerful.”

Never make the mistake of underestimating the power of lingerie because not only does it boost your self-confidence, but also does wonders for your love life. Strut your stuff with confidence in glamorous, sexy, sheer, lingerie and watch your man drool!

Lingerie Secrets

Having familiarised yourself with the lingerie power, its time for us to reveal the lingerie secrets! Ladies, lingerie is available in 3 basic sizes‚ small, medium, and large. However, if you are voluptuous then plus-size lingerie is ideal for you. Corsets and bustiers are widely popular amongst plus-size women buyers.

Special lingerie like bridal lingerie caters to the very special needs of a newly married girl or a bride-to-be. To make you look your ravishing best on your wedding day, you can wear gorgeous bustier or lacy bridal lingerie that enhances the sensuality of your wedding dress. Nowadays, more and more brides-to-be prefer to wear white or off-white corsets with long flowing gowns.

Worldwide, women have taken to lingerie shopping like never before. For a tempting and alluring effect buy sheer lingerie. Made from power mesh (see-through), stretch mesh material, or transparent fabrics, sheer lingerie is immensely popular amongst women 20s and 30s. Lycra lingerie is again a popular choice. Lightweight and stretchable, Lycra lingerie is forming fitting and tear-resistant.

Base your decision to purchase lingerie on use and purpose. The 3 rules of lingerie shopping need to be based on:

* How best the lingerie enhances your body’s special features?

* Does it cover the specific parts of your body properly and comfortably?

* Does it make you look exotic, attractive, and beautiful inside out?

Lingerie Fabrics

The fabrics define the comfort or feel of the lingerie against your skin. If you score comfort as the most important thing, then cotton lingerie is perfect for you. It is reasonably priced, long lasting, and easy to care for. Other fabric choices include Lycra/Spandex, nylon, leather, chiffon, silk, microfibre etc. Lycra lingerie is stretchable and form fitting, easy to wash, and care for and wrinkle-free! Choose a fabric that feels good against your skin, doesn’t cause you rashes, and is likely to last longer with minimal wear and tear. After all, you will be wearing lingerie throughout the day.

Lingerie Guide

Here’s a guide to help you decide which lingerie is best for you.

1. Bra: A versatile support providing commonest lingerie.

2. Teddy: It is like a one-piece swimming suit but with a built- in panty area.

3. Camisole: One of my favorites. Can be worn under a formal jacket or as a sleeveless top; it covers you from bust to hips.

4. Chemise: A thigh length short nightgown

5. Thongs: Made from transparent fabric, thongs offer more coverage in the front and are held up by a string-like piece. Allows you freedom from panty lines

6. Negligee: A nightgown or robe that is longer and lightweight

7. Pajamas: A pant and top set

8. Bustier: A type of strap-less bra that covers up to the waist

9. Basque: A bra substitute that covers from the bust to hips.

As a rule of thumb to buying the best lingerie, remember only invest in one that promotes your self-confidence and makes you look and feel like a Goddess. Because you are – just like me!