Men's Guide to Buying Lingerie For Women

Okay guys, this one is for you. Like flowers and candy, buying lingerie is something that you have heard that romantic guys do for their ladies. Think of it as a rite of passage. However, steps must be taken to tread carefully. Done in an inappropriate manner, this romantic gesture can be misconstrued as something self serving.

To pull this gift off without a hitch, you truly have to know your lady well. Is she the type of woman that is romantic and who would really appreciate the gift? Or is she the type of woman that would laugh in your face and say, "in your dreams"? And frankly, let's examine that statement. Is it simply your desire that she wear something sexy to bed? If that is so, then the gift is mainly for you and she will very likely see through your ruse.

If you are really convinced that she will appreciate the gift, by all means, go buy her some lingerie. First, you will need to know what size she is. This is easy enough to figure out. Go look at her underwear drawer and read the size labels. Look for her bra size and panties size. Bra size is easy. It consists of the band size and the cup size. However, panties can be small, medium, large, and extra sizing. These letters are not always accurate so check more panties to see if they have a number as these are more precise. Always go through more than a couple of pieces to ensure consistency in sizing. Write this information down.

Next, have a look at her closet. This will give you an indication of her style preferences. Look at her casual, business, and fancy clothes. What is the general color scheme? Does she like any form of pattern? Are her clothes defined in a classic look or does it offer a touch of romance? Get an idea in your head of what of your lady might like. Jot this down.

Finally, find a full length picture of her to take to the lingerie shop. Given your observations, ask the sales person to help you out. More than likely, she will have more than enough information to go by.

The gift of lingerie should never be just handed over in a box. To get the full effect, the right atmosphere must be present. Take your lady out to dinner or perhaps dine indoors with candles setting the mood. After dinner, and after some time to relax, give the box to your lady but without expectations. Given your thoughtfulness throughout the day, your gift should be very well received. Whatever happens next is up to you!