A Man’s Guide to Women’s Lingerie

As men and women all over the world share their warmth on these cold wintry nights, a celebration of love looms on the horizon. With it comes the promise of spring. The rituals of Valentine’s Day so often consist of a box of chocolates and some roses, followed by dinner—and an expectation of better-than-usual sex. Ever wonder if it could get even better than that? It can.

Here’s a wake-up call to men of all ages: it’s up to **you** to make it better. Take hold of the reins and do the unexpected. Surprise your baby, and she’ll surprise you beyond your wildest expectations. Give her some sexy lingerie—then sit back and enjoy the show! Lingerie: the gift that keeps on giving!

Women love to look pretty, and men love to look at pretty women—so what’s the problem here? Granted, most men’s ultimate goal is to get their women naked, but throw a tightly laced bustier with a skirted garter and fishnet hose into the mix—heck, getting there is half the fun!

Lingerie comes in many styles and materials, and it’s conveniently available online (for those of us who don’t particularly want to make a trip to Victoria’s Secret). Online lingerie retailers ship their products discreetly in plain boxes so as not to spill the beans to the neighbors, your wife, or the person you want to surprise. And good news for those men who like their women big: plenty of stores offer plus-size lingerie, up to 3X!

With all this in mind, men need to become educated consumers in a world of lingerie that is primarily dominated by women. That’s why I’ve taken it upon myself to write this informative *Man’s Guide to Women’s Lingerie*.

Corsets and Bustiers: A Brief History of Lingerie

As recently as the 1830s, the corset was thought of as a medical necessity. Being that women were considered the weaker sex; they needed the support of a laced corset to hold them up for any length of time. Girls as young as two or three were strapped daily into tight-laced corsets. Unfortunately, by the time they reached their prime, they were unable to stand or sit upright for long without getting the “vapors.”

Early corsets were made from canvas (plenty of that around from all the sailing ships) and had laces all the way up the back, pulled so tight it was nearly impossible to draw a deep breath. Needless to say, the prevailing fashion (or fetish) of the day was a very small waistline.

Today’s modern corsets are made from softer and more supple materials such as silk, satin, lace, and even leather. They are designed to accentuate a woman’s curves—not to alter them. For many men, there is nothing more arousing than the sight of a willing accomplice all dressed up in a tight, laced-up leather corset—and it’s a turn-on for women too!

Out of the corset evolved the bustier, predecessor to the modern-day brassiere. It seems that men, even back then, liked to see their women’s breasts pushed up and squeezed together!

A bustier is basically an underwire bra that extends down to the waistline. Traditionally with a lace-up front, today’s bustiers can fasten in a variety of ways: zippers, snaps, hooks and eyes (remember the trouble we had undoing bras in high school?), even Velcro gets the job done. Keep fastening types in mind when choosing lingerie. Removing these garments can sometimes try a man’s patience. Remember when you’ve been asked to slow down? This is one of those times—savor the moment!

Teddies, Baby Dolls, and Beyond

Another popular lingerie design is the teddy. Similar to a corset in design, a teddy is a one-piece suit that starts out like a bustier, extends between the legs as a thong, and fastens at the back of the bodice. Simple by definition, teddies can range from a minimal harness style to a full-fledged zippered, hooked, and laced corset with an attached thong. Many teddies include garter belts, opening endless possibilities for naughty imaginations to run wild.

For the truly innocent, “perpetual-virgin” nice-girl look, consider the baby doll. A short mini hanging to the waist that can be worn with or without matching bra and panties, the baby doll is usually made of sheer, lightweight material with varying degrees of transparency. The baby doll gets its name from—well, you can probably figure that out.

Shopping Tips and Final Thoughts

Today, shopping for women’s lingerie is easier than ever. Just do a search and you’ll find a multitude of reputable dealers and online stores. Browse through the catalogs, and you’re bound to find something that stirs your, um... interest.

Sizing is something you’ll want to get right. A good lingerie site will have size charts readily available. While lingerie is generally pretty forgiving size-wise (many items are marked “one size fits all”), you should at least know if she’s a small, medium, or large. If you see sizes like 32, 38, etc... why not just ask her?

When shopping for lingerie, remember—it should excite both you *and* your partner. Get her something **you** like, and don’t be afraid to push the envelope! From a couple of pasties and a thong to an elegant satin and lace gown with matching bra and panties, lingerie comes in all levels of spice.

Don’t overlook the possibilities of **leather lingerie**. Leather has gone mainstream—it’s not just for bikers and BDSM anymore. Women love the feel of leather on their bare skin, and peeling off a tight leather teddy? That’s a treat for everyone involved!

So go ahead—buy some lingerie for your baby. You can’t lose. Give her the gift that keeps on giving... all year round!