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It may seem cliché, but there's no simpler way to treat your fancy female (or even treat yourself, ladies) than with a beautiful set of lingerie.
Other than the obvious feel-good factor of wearing a coordinating set (don't kid yourself that you're a regular-matcher), stores are getting better and better at providing an enormously wide variety of luxurious lingerie, aimed at every price-point.
So whether you're a single lady looking to treat yourself, or a loved-up-lad looking to treat, well... yourself, if we're honest - here's the gift guide for you.
1. For the girl who loves a delicate bit of luxury
Embellished Unlined Lace Teddy, £264, victoriassecret.com
2. For the girl who can't resist a bit of bling in her drawers
'Becca' Bra with Detachable Chain, £145, Edge O Beyond at farfetch.com
'Becca' Brief, £65, Edge O Beyond at farfetch.com
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3. For the girly-girl who deserves to feel extra-special
Beau Silk Lace Balcony Bra, £27.50, Rosie for Autograph at marksandspencer.com
Beau Silk Brazilian Knickers, £12.50, Rosie for Autograph at marksandspencer.com
4. For the girl who likes delicacy without being sickly sweet
Nancee Bra, £110, agentprovocateur.com
Nancee Brief, £95, agentprovocateur.com
Nancee Suspender, £110, agentprovocateur.com
5. For the girl who wants to make an outfit of it
Pleated Bodysuit, £212.47, Lascivious at farfetch.com
6. For the girl who's looking to channel grown-up glamour
Satin and Lace Bralet and Mini Knickers, £32, topshop.com
7. For the girl who wants her bedroom gear to match her lipstick smear
Denver Bra, £85, agentprovocateur.com
Denver Brief, £85, agentprovocateur.com
Denver Suspender, £95, agentprovocateur.com
8. For the girl who wants pretty undies for longer than just one day
Knickers of the week, £130, Stella McCartney at net-a-porter.com
9. For the girl who wants sheer elegance without the price tag
Feathers Embroidery Plunge Bra, £20, littlewoods.com
Feathers Embroidery Briefs, £13, littlewoods.com
18. For the girl who wants pure to see, sexy to touch
Original 'V' Body, £94, damaris.co.uk
11. For the girl who wants to make the most of her curves
Balconette Bralet and Satin High-Waisted Knickers, £36, topshop.com
12. For the girl who wants to look like she's stepped out of a sexy fairytale
Iana Playsuit in Blue and Gold, £125, lagentbyap.com
13. For the girl who wants something pretty with a sturdy support system
Delicate Transparence Balconette Bra, £32, intimissimi.com
Delicate Transparence G-String, £14, intimissimi.com
14. For the girl who wants to wow while covering-up a little more
Fantasme Obsession Stretch Silk-Blend Satin Chemise, £350, Eres at net-a-porter.com
15. For the girl who wants to create a more curvaceous illusion
Limited Edition Cut-Out Corset, £85, victoriassecret.com
16. For the girl who wants comfortable but cute
Clementina Plunge Bra, £45, lagentbyap.com
Clementina Mini Brief, £26, lagentbyap.com
17. For the girl who wants fierce with a subtly delicate twist
Yvett Bra, £125, agentprovocateur.com
Yvett Thong, £85, agentprovocateur.com
Yvett Suspender, £110, agentprovocateur.com
18. For the girl who wants to put the focus on her pins
Tearose Cutout Lace Bodysuit, £1,020, La Perla at net-a-porter.com
19. For the girl who wants to go all out for romance
Silk Chiffon Moulded Bra, £61, damaris.co.uk
Classic Knicker, £40, damaris.co.uk
Silk Chiffon Suspenders, £36, damaris.co.uk
20. For the girl who wants lace and ribbons with very little else
Gilded Floral-Lace Bra, £55, Hanky Panky at net-a-porter.com
Gilded Floral-Lace and Mesh Briefs, £35, Hanky Panky at net-a-porter.com
