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Feb 2011 | | Comments
Valentine’s Day Lingerie to Please Him and You
’Tis the season for flowers, chocolates and other tempting treats.
The sight of you in something sexy and seductive will beguile your guy and set the sparks flying. But what works for him might not be your first choice in intimates, no matter how much you want to spoil him.
Here, we round up the best options for satisfying his imagination, as well as ways you can splurge a little on yourself. Bring it on, Cupid.
Sultry
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For him: A retro slip with garters will inspire the most luscious fantasies. Lace Garter Slip, $58, Victoria’s Secret |
For you: Wrap yourself in silk for the most sublime and sensual way to stay covered up. Julianna Rae Bonsoir Wrap, $195, Isabella Fine Lingerie |
Sweet
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For him: Frilly, frothy underthings will set his heart afluttering. Cosabella Satin and Lace Babydoll and Thong, $135, Isabella Fine Lingerie |
For you: You’ll feel wonderfully feminine in a girly little cami and short set. Only Hearts Tulip Rush Set, $48-$78, Anthropologie |
Sinful
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For him: When you want to splurge on lingerie, there’s nothing quite like La Perla’s intricate Leaver’s lace to set the mood. La Perla Noir Bustier and Thong, $144-$500, Neiman Marcus |
For you: Stretchy black lace gives a hint of sexy but is still comfortable. Hanky Panky Signature Crossover Bralette, $46, Cheeky Hipster, $32, Bloomingdale’s |
Scarlet
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For him: Red is bold, confident and romantic, the perfect shade to spice up a night. Aubade Reine Des Faux-semblants Half Cup, $136, Loose Brief, $102, G Boutique |
For you: Stock up on cute, seamless briefs in the holiday’s trademark color. Vanishing Edge Microfiber with Lace High Leg Brief, $15, buy 3 get 2 free, Soma Intimates |
Sleep
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For him: If you must sleep (wink wink), a lacy chemise will ensure sweet dreams. Mary Green Flambe Pink Chemise, $75, Romantika |
For you: Baby, it’s still too cold outside for anything but cozy flannel. Betsey Johnson Print Flannel Pajamas, $28.90, Nordstrom |
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Kathryn Achenbach A graduate of Northwestern University, Kathryn puts her English degree to use writing books for kids, cartoons, and articles for Make It Better. She resides in Chicago in a converted loft that was once, most appropriately, a pencil factory, though sadly she has yet to find any wayward pencils lurking in corners or closets.
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