For Valentine's Day you can play it safe and go with the usual dozen overpriced roses or a box of chocolates. Which she will appreciate. Or you can ratchet up the Sexy Factor and get her some lingerie. Which you'll BOTH appreciate.

But like many guys, you probably don't know a chemise from a chamois, let alone the difference between a corset and bustier. Or more importantly, what would look best on your girl, given her specific physical attributes. And Erotic Comfort Level.

Purely in the interest of education, I give you this essential field guide to lingerie to help you spot and identify the various and varied styles worn by the women in your life. Since feeling sexy in what she's wearing is the most important thing to a woman when she's with you, alone, in the bedroom, you'll want to make sure you get her just the right thing to make her comfortable enough to unleash her inner porn star. Not make her want to hide in the closet. (Unless, of course, that's your thing.)

[Special thanks to Shirley of Hollywood for their expertise and photography. And if you think that's Leanne Tweeden or Playmate Tyran Richard you see modeling some of Shirley's lingerie, you're right.]



THE BRA:
The bra just turned 100 years old, and has come a long way from its initial conception: a pair of handkerchiefs held together by ribbon. Think bras only come in pushup, cross-over and Wonder? Not so. In the world of sexy lingerie there are several more interesting choices. Here are a few.

Crop-Top:
They can be bra-like or bikini-like. Or more like a half-shirt. The one on the left is a tube style in mesh, with no over-the-shoulder straps. Next is a halter style with a curved, form-following bottom. She'll love these if she's got a sporty side. Or if the twins need a little more support.

Peek-a-Boo:
With strategically placed front openings (some even come with ribbon ties you pull to open), this bra is worn by the woman who wants that "always excited to see you" look. (Is it cold in here?) ...More

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