Lingerie to lust after (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)

Lingerie to lust after

8:55am Tuesday 7th February 2012 in Fashion & Beauty By Lisa Haynes

t’s official, we can’t stop thinking about our other halves. Men and women devote nearly an hour each day to thinking about their partner, according to new research by Standard Life.

But on Valentine’s Day, it’s time to up the stakes to ensure he’s thinking about you all night long - and seductive lingerie is your secret weapon.

Take your cue from First Lady Michelle Obama, who reportedly splurged £32,000 in one shopping spree at luxury brand Agent Provocateur recently. Now that’s dedication to your Valentine ensemble!

Turn your bedroom into a school for seduction with lingerie to fall in love with.

Devilish Designs
It’s never advisable to flaunt red lingerie under your work attire, but the bedroom is a different ball game.

If you want to feel energised and bold, this striking colour can grant you sex kitten status in an instant.

Look your most ravishing with the right red – shades can vary from pink-tinged raspberry to orange-hued tomato, so pick the tone that complements your skin colour.

If you have a warm colouring, stick to yellow-based reds, or wear blue-based if your skin tones are cooler.

Pretty Pastels
Get set for a summer of sorbet-inspired hues. Rose, lemon, mint and icy blue will be all over the high street, but you can tap into the trend earlier with pastel smalls.

Step away from the sickly-sweet shades that can look too girly and opt for lace – the perfect fabric for flaunting these delicate colours.

And if you can’t decide which pastel to plump for, pair different shades together with your bra and pants.

With this pick ‘n’ mix approach, you’ll look good enough to eat.

Dark Delights
For true boudoir style, sometimes only black will do. Sultry and seductive, opulent lingerie in satin, silk or lace is sure to get his pulse racing.

If an all-black after dark ensemble feels a little too dominatrix, try deep navy or purple for a more subtle moody look.

Don’t let body issues ruin the bedroom ambience. A sleek basque or babydoll can look just as sexy as a teeny lingerie set, layered with a black silk gown to let his imagination run wild.

You can also look for your favourite coloured lingerie shade layered with seductive black lace for a deliciously dark hint.