What Men Really Love on Valentine's Day (or any day)
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It’s Valentine’s Day---give him the best gift of all---you wrapped in heart-stopping sexy lingerie. We’ve done some research on what men think of lingerie (and yes, they do think about it) so that you can be the best wrapped gift he’s ever received.
According to Robb Ksiazek, who writes about fashion, lingerie can initially seem a bit intimidating unless you keep in mind that there are only a handful of supermodels and then there are the rest of us. As he writes in an article on EzineArticles.com, “Your body is beautiful no matter what shape and size it is… You can find intimate apparel the way you want it to fit your body.”
An article by Jon Gammon in GoArticles.com, reminds us that men are all about visual stimulation.
To see you in something sexy and come-hither is the appetizer on the menu. He writes,
"So what caused this sudden attraction? Your partner was the same person you saw yesterday, and saw this morning, so what makes it any different? Lingerie is sexy, and …gives out signals to your partner saying ‘I want you.’ It is a great way … to set the mood to romance."
So what exactly do men like? Well, from what we see on HerRoom and on further research there are a few must-haves:
Yes, matching counts. Start with a bra and panty that go together. According to an informal survey by Alice Temple on handbag.com, presentation is paramount and unmatched is a no-no.
And why not match in sexy black, like this On Gossamer Chantilly Lace Push-Up Bralette and Hi-Cut Lace Brief?
Camisole outfits are also quite inviting according to those we know with Y-chromosomes. So are bustiers if you’re feeling adventurous.
Try Arianne’s Charlotte Camisole, a confection of satin and lace for Valentine’s Day. Match with the all-lace Low Rise Bikini, because we mean it about that matching thing.
The name says it all— VaBien’s La Flirt Alert Bustier, in demure white or black.
In Alice Temple’s survey the thong gets a surprising 50/50. Some men love the effect; others would prefer them on superbodies only. Hipsters get high marks---especially because they flatter all sorts of body types. And panties with little bows are a big charge.
They like bows? Give ‘em bows with the Fantasie Cally Brief.
Freya does see-through and sexy, all tied up with a pretty pink bow with their Tallulah Brief.
And, if you’d like to go for the knock-out punch, try the Panache Venus Thong—lace bows, and that daring thong style.
Believe it or not, fabric matters. Men like the feel of luxurious heavy silk or high-thread soft cotton as much as we do. Sure there’s lots of ‘novelty’ underwear out there, but lingerie with a beautiful…um.. hand feels great both inside and out.
100% silk in luscious colors, the Mary Green Silk Gauze Boy Shorts have the indescribable feel of pure silk.
Add the Silk Gauze Camisole to complete your Valentine’s Day wrapping
More the cotton type? No one does cotton like Hanro and this Grace Chemise Gown feels fabulous...to both of you.
How about color? Black seems to be a big favorite, although any color you look good in works for most men.
Going for color? Look at the Hanky Panky Color Play Collection. Great color combinations and you’re sure to find the one just right for you.
If you’re going for black, make it anything but basic with the Le Mystere Lara Lace Demi Push Up Bra and matching panties.
Unlike the stuff we buy for everyday, this special sexy underwear is more about the message you’re sending and less about what works under a t-shirt. Yes, we like to be comfortable, but for these special occasions, you might want to go with something that is all about the visual and the tactile. The whole idea is giving and romance. And, after all, you may not have them on very long.