If you plan to impress your partner by wearing sexy new undies this Valentine’s Day, you might reveal more than you think.
Here’s our guide to what your underwear says about you – and how to find a style to flatter.
Romantic and girly
If your lingerie is pink with lots of lace and feather detailing, your style is romantic and girly. Your perfect date would be a cosy night in with your partner, a meal, a hot bath and scented candles.
Ideal date: Johnny Depp
Red and raunchy
If you love red and black, suspender belts and stockings, you are sophisticated and confident. You know how to get your man eating out of your hands and are not afraid to make the most of your figure with sexy styles. The credit crunch means that staying in is the new going out and - armed with some wine and massage oil - you’re not going to let the downturn get you down!
Ideal date: Bad boy Callum Best
Practical princess
Functional underwear is top of the Princess’ priorities, with white Calvin Klein's proving a firm favourite. Stay true to your subtle and sexy style. After all - remember the Thierry Henry advert with the model in the white shirt and little else? He married her.
Ideal date: Jonny Wilkinson
Classic chic
If dark or black matching sets fill your lingerie drawer, you’re an organised woman who likes to have Valentine’s Day planned to a T. Nothing but the best will do, and you’ll expect champagne, a Michelin-starred restaurant and a five-star hotel!
Ideal date: George Clooney.
Not quite sure what your style is? Top stylist Gabrielle Teare has teamed up with affordable designer lingerie experts BeCheeky (www.BeCheeky.com) to help you overhaul your smalls in time for Valentine’s Day.
Gabrielle says: “For stylish women it all starts with what’s underneath. A scorching lingerie ensemble will get you into the spirit of seduction. Choose styles that flatter your shape and you will look and feel fabulous.
Red suits all skin tones, while most women can wear black. Turquoise, browns and hot pinks will suit brunettes while blondes can wear pastels and tropical colours. Silks, satins, pearls, velvet and lace all add glamour, luxury and elegance.”
Hourglass
“No lingerie collection is complete without a corset or basque,” says Gabrielle. “Even if you are not naturally waisted, this will create the desirable hip to waist ratio of the hourglass and flatten your tummy. To get that seriously sexy Scarlett Johansson look, combine this Nuits de Satin bustier and thong set with Le Bourget lace stockings, and wait for the compliments!”
Pear-shaped
“Women like Jennifer Lopez sizzle in chemises and baby dolls, which are exotic, classy and designed to accentuate the bust while flattering the tummy and waist,” says Gabrielle. “Choose this wonderful lace chemise by Coco Box for added sex appeal.”
Slender
“If, like Keira Knightley, you’re not too blessed in the breast department, emphasise your cleavage with a padded or underwired bra,” advises Gabrielle. “Balconette styles provide an instant uplift and are bang on trend for glamour as well. Recent studies have shown that the most seductive colour is red, so for maximum impact choose this show-stopping set from Mimi Holliday.”
Curvy
“If you’re a curvaceous woman like Kelly Brook, support and fit is crucial,” says Gabrielle. “Underwires and a wider back strap help to support, while the right fit will enhance your natural shape. There’s no need to compromise on style; celebrate your curves and feel fantastic.”
Fuller figure
According to Gabrielle, larger ladies shouldn’t cover up under camisoles and corsets. “Embrace your curves like the beautiful, sensual Nigella Lawson with luxurious fabrics and decadent patterns,” she says. “This set from Fauve, up to size FF, gives the support you need whilst still being a truly gorgeous, glamorous design. The shape of these gold knickers flatters those curves whilst the higher-rising band and vertical pinstripes make your stomach appear flatter.”
Boyish
Have you got boyish hips and bottom? Then you’re in good company, says Gabrielle. “Cameron Diaz always dresses to suit her androgynous shape. The dream choice for you is boy shorts that will accentuate and show off a toned behind,” she says.
Petite
“Garters, stockings and suspenders have endless appeal for the man in your life,” says Gabrielle. “Combine a beautifully cut suspender skirt with a flirty pink bra for a great look to suite petite body shapes, such as the infamous behind of Kylie Minogue.”
“Whatever shape you are, the key to a perfect Valentine’s night is to feel special,” says Gabrielle. “Wearing superb, exquisite lingerie will guarantee you feeling confident, sexy and gorgeous for the big night.”
Leading Chelsea-based personal stylist Gabrielle Teare is Alexa-rated number one in the UK and Europe and number three in the world. To find out more about what colours and styles will suit your body type, visit www.gabrielleteare.com
Source: Rebecca Blunt, MSN Life & Style
Image: BeCheeky.com
