Coaxing her out of her clothes is easier once you've supplied the right sweet nothings for her to wear underneath. Drool your way through the Victoria's Secret catalog and you might learn what makes Heidi Klum feel sexy, but the key to unleashing your woman's inner vixen is doing some serious background research.
"Buying lingerie requires precision and finesse," says Lash Fary, author ofFabulous Gifts. "If you find something that fits her personality, she'll feel sexy and beautiful, and she'll act that way when she's wearing it. But if you buy her something that doesn't complement her sexuality, she'll feel self-conscious, and her passion will be stifled."
Start by carefully scouting out her size. "It's okay to peek into her drawers this once," says Fary. "Size is one thing you just can't get wrong." Then match the tone of the lingerie to the occasion. "If it's a spontaneous, sexy purchase, something skimpy might be okay. But if it's a romantic anniversary, go with something more reserved," he says.
The final step for choosing lingerie she'll love to show off: finding the right fabric and style to match her exact body type and tastes. That's not such a simple task—which is why we've created a three-step guide to finding the perfect fit for any woman.
Your Clue: Her Body Shape
Pear
"Two pieces will counterbalance her bottom half," says Fary. One-piece items may fit her wide hips but not her narrow torso. Go with a sexy camisole and boy shorts.
Apple
Large breasts and waist, slender hips and legs. A bustier will accentuate her assets, says Fary. Pair it with a thong (if you know she likes them) to play up her under-appreciated bottom half.
Lean Athlete
Lack of curves is not a problem. "You can go a little bit sexier with this body type," says Fary. "They do best with one-piece items." Examples: a short chemise or negligee. (Buy a matching robe.)
Hourglass
Big breasts, thin waist, voluptuous hips. "This is a more versatile shape to shop for," says Fary. "The possibilities are endless." Highlight her bust and butt with a pushup bra and boy shorts.
Your Clue: Her Jeans
Classic Levi 501s
Stick with traditional, conservative pieces.
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