Sheer & Pure Lingerie

Giving lingerie shows that you care and that you’ve invested time, effort and attention in selecting a very personal gift.

 

That’s if you get it right!

 

For many men, the world of lingerie is a minefield, where over-helpful shop assistants can make shopping for lingerie an embarrassing experience. And even the more confident shopper can find his choices go badly wrong.

 

The good news is that there is so much quality, choice and advice available from the Internet  that you can now save the red cheeks and order from the comfort of your home. However you decide to shop, a little research goes a long way, as the following tips will show.

 

Before you shop, ensure that you are armed with this essential information. Guesswork will certainly not get you the results you want. Be sneaky and take a look in her lingerie drawer. Check the size on one of her newer items. Women’s sizes can change, so make sure you’re up to date! As for pants and slips, simply choose according to her dress size.

 

Beware! It’s rare to find a woman who is not sensitive about her weight. Therefore, be careful not to buy anything too small (she’ll think she’s fat) or too large (you think she’s fat)!

 

You could always ask her size outright and build up the suspense!

 

Your gift is meant to say “I love you”, not pile on the pressure! Buy items that you’re confident she’ll wear rather than what you’d like her to. Remember that you are buying for her! Think about what she already owns and feels comfortable in. For example, if she doesn’t wear a basque and suspenders then there’s probably a reason why!

 

If you can, look at lingerie catalogues together to gather ideas. If you’re buying lingerie for the first time, choose something simple with minimal embellishment and, unless she’s supermodel-thin, go for coverage rather than skimpy. If she responds to your choice, you can always be more daring next time.

 

Please, avoid anything described as “control” or “slimming” – women are paranoid enough as it is!

What colours does she normally wear? What colour clothes are in her wardrobe? Pastel shades? Brights? If your partner does not normally wear racy red, then it’s likely that she’s not confident enough to do so. Don’t scare her off! If unsure, black is normally a safe bet.

 

Good lingerie can be expensive, so don’t be afraid to set yourself a price limit. Aim for good quality items to make her feel special. As any woman will tell you, cheap and cheerful usually means scratchy and uncomfortable and often relegated to the back of the drawer!

 

For maximum “wow” factor, take advantage of our  gift-wrap offer. A gift box and ribbon really finish off the gift and our trained staff will  arrange your purchase to its best advantage, providing much more of an impact, than a garment slumped at the bottom of a shopping bag
 

If you’re still unsure about what to get your loved one, there are two more choices available to you:

a)    give vouchers.

This way you get to spend the vouchers or choose a replacement together, giving you the perfect opportunity to pick up ideas for next time!

 

Buying lingerie should be fun, not an embarrassing chore. It comes with the thrill of anticipation, so do yourself a favour: think carefully about what you buy. The more thought you give, the more fun you’ll have! 

Choosing your Wedding dress

Know your figure...

Pear Shaped-
Small at the top and curvy hips 

(Slim 'A' line dress with wide and squared neckline, strapeless and off the shoulder, the horizontal line gives and illustion of a wider top half, Avoid clingy fabrics around the hip and bias cut skirts which pay full attention to your hip)

Petite -
5 3" and under

(An A-line  or long line dress with detailing to the neckline and hem will appear to lengthen the dress)

Hourglass
Your bust is about the same width as you hip and you have a nipped in waist,

(A mermaid dress will look amazing on you)

Curvy and rounded
Plus size, 18+
Deep V necked will give the illuison of a slimmer you, a fitted bodice with a longer length  'A' line skirt, sheer sleeves or strapes. Avoid  short skirts , high necklines, strapless and off the shoulder which will make you look wider at the top


 Decide on a Silhouette

A-line
(Pear Shaped, Petit) 
A-line dress are typically 'A' shaped with vertial seam running from the waist or shoulder down to the bottom of the skirt, the flare the the skirt varies and the bodice or often fitted. Most popular choice for wedding dresses

Ballgown
Most traditional style with a classic and elegant look, The skirt appearance can varie depending on the fabric used, from structured to heavy looking and soft and light, it is often combined with  fitted bodice, Natural or drop waist. The are usually worn with a hooked petticoat to keep the skirt full and out

Column
(Tall, Slim and Petit figure)
  This is for bride who wnat a more modern and chic look, this style will simply follows your curveous figure 

Mermaid/Trumpet
(Hourglass)

Figure hugging and flares at the bottom, often cut on the bias and suits bride who want to accentuate thier curveous figure

Fishtail
Column or mermaid shape at front, the fishtail has an extra panel of fabric sew into back

Empire line
(Slim Figure & Small Busted)
For brides who don't want a figure hugging gown, the skirt start just below the bust and does not have a ball gown or A'line shape
A floor length veil will be  ideal for these  types of dress, it adds a little bit of volume to the dress because of it slim fit

Sheath dresses
Tight fitting around the body, and fall around the knee and low thigh(Strapless or Strapped)As above a floor length veil will allow extra volume to the dress



Colour and their meanings
Red – Love & Passion
Green – Fertility, Peace & Nature
Blue – Truth, Clarity & Dignity
Yellow – Joy & Energy
Orange – Masculinity & Stability
Indigo – Tranquillity
Purple – Royalty, Wealth
White – Purity & Lightness
Pink – Romance
Brown – Friendship
Silver – Encouragement
Gold – Attraction
Grey – Neutrality
Black – Rebellion & Elegance