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For most people, Valentine’s Day is all about romantic frills. Flowers, a fancy dinner, wine (lots of wine) and chocolate are just some of the basics that women expect from their men. However, this Valentine’s weekend, I challenge us women to spoil our men back. So, what is a perfect gift for your man? Something he can take off.

Lingerie is a form of wearable art, with so much thought and design going into the process of each piece. What women don’t realize is that wearing lingerie will boost your sex appeal and confidence. The sexiness of the underwear is designed to make women feel more beautiful in their own skin, no matter the body type. With the correct fit, lingerie can bring out your best features.

Picking out the perfect piece is a process that shouldn’t be rushed. The first step is to consider the features you wish to highlight and which ones you would like to hide. For petite women, consider finding a set that will add a little extra push. Many pieces will have an underwire cut that will transform a smaller chest, giving it extra volume. If you want to embrace your petite frame, find something that reveals it all. A lace bra with no padding will give a more natural look.

For curvier women, there are so many ways to place emphasis on the right parts of your body in order to produce the sexiest shape. For instance, if having a big chest is something you are confident with and you lack confidence in the rest of your body, find a one-piece that comes with a built-in bra that will lift and hug your chest to create a heart shape while also covering your midriff.

Don’t be afraid of two pieces. The high-waisted look will allow you to show a little skin while also hugging your waist, whereas the low-rise bottom will elongate the way your body looks.

Lastly, choose a style that fits your personality. Try mixing and matching your pieces to show your wild side or stick with a matching set to be more traditional and sophisticated. Maybe even add a pair of heels to complete the look. Regardless of your body shape and style, find what makes you feel sexy both inside and out.

So who cares if you don’t look like a Victoria’s Secret model? There’s one thing a man can’t resist, and it’s a woman who knows she’s sexy. Spoil your man this Valentine’s Day and take it off, girl! Remember ladies, less is more.

2 Comments

  1. Mackenzie Payne Mackenzie Payne February 12, 2016

    This is horrible. How dare you? To say the only way a woman is able to please her man is to find body-flattering lingerie is offensive, not to mention just plain wrong . This article denigrates women everywhere to objects that serve only as sex toys for men. I think in this case, you should have taken your own advice: Less is more. You should keep these sexist, degrading articles to yourself. Talk less. That would give women more.

  2. Anonymous Anonymous February 12, 2016

    Mackenzie Payne, I respectfully disagree. This article states first off things that women expect from men such as flowers, opening doors, chocolates, etc. In my opinion it goes on to promote gender equality in this way: women should do things for men. I am not saying that this has to be lingerie, but she specifically states that this is to additionally help “women feel beautiful in their own skin” and feel confident. I know when I dress up in my best outfit, I feel that I can conquer the world. Furthermore, there is nothing wrong with finding something that is body-flattering: this article does not just say curvy women hide your curves, it says that there are ways to “produce the sexiest shape.” It also comments on petite women and how they can improve their looks. Society could be wrong in producing such clothing to promote the “ideal female” but do not take it out on this girl who was raised in this very superficial culture. I know I am superficial too, and that if I could do something to look better and feel better according to my body type, I would do it. Not for any man, but for ME.

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