15 Sexiest Lingerie Sets To Shop Now For Valentine's Day
Treat yourself in time for 14 February
Lingerie is the best thing to buy yourself for Valentine’s Day. Because, when the red roses have wilted and that trip to your favourite French restaurant is long forgotten, you’ll have something left to cherish.
Which is why it’s important to pick wisely when selecting your Valentine’s Day underwear. How to guarantee longevity? Feel free to embrace romantic textures and colour palettes. Think fabrics like silk, satin, tulle and lace in shades of pastel pink, scarlet red and dusty rose. But, steer clear of gimmicky motifs like teddy bears, roses and love hearts (although Agent Provocateur’s Cupid set is our one exception to this rule – it's too good to resist).
Whether you’re celebrating alone, with your friends, or planning a romantic date, there is something for every version of 14 February in our edit of the best Valentine’s Day lingerie.
This originally appeared on Harper’s BAZAAR UK.
Set against a black tulle base, Aubade's floral lace embroidery feels sultry rather than girlish. We love the corset detailing, too.
Bra, £95; knickers, £59, Aubade at Selfridges
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You can forgive a Valentine’s Day theme when it comes in the form of Agent Provocateur's Cupid set. It's made from nude tulle, trimmed in neon and embroidered with scattered red and pink love hearts. Complete the set with the matching suspender belt.
Bra, £95; briefs, £75, Agent Provocateur
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If you'd rather not buy into Valentine's Day themes, you can still justify treating yourself to some classic black lingerie ahead of the holiday. Simone Pérèle's is made from delicate embroidered cut-away lace and left unlined to showcase the sheer finish.
Bra, £85; thong, £45, Simone Pérèle at Harvey Nichols
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La Perla's Poem set feels so romantic with its hand-appliquéd lace embroidery and baby pink silk-satin. For a touch of old world elegance on Valentine's Day, swap your normal briefs for French knickers.
Bra, £289; French knickers, £328, La Perla at Net-a-Porter
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Of course, if it's coverage you're after, you could always turn to a good old-fashioned slip. Although, this Victoria’s Secret version is anything but traditional: the satin skirt is cut on the bias to skim your stomach and hips, while the lace inserts and low back showcase a hint of skin.
Lace and satin slip, £68, Victoria's Secret
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Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to wear more playful lingerie – like this satin set from Kiki de Montparnasse. We like how the black accents offset the girlishness, giving the ice-cream pink tones some attitude.
Bra, £195; knickers, £150, Kiki de Montparnasse at Net-a-Porter
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Buy ID. Sarrieri's bodysuit for the bedroom now, then wear it underneath tailoring, knitwear and this season's favourite organza blouses when Valentine’s Day is over.
Tulle and lace bodysuit, £355, I.D. Sarrieri at Net-a-Porter
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Monki's pretty camellia print is just as romantic as any red rose (and it doesn't feel as gimmicky). This high-waist set is made from super stretchy jersey and has a comfortable soft cup bra – perfect if your Valentine’s Day involves a night in on the sofa.
Floral-print bra, £10; high-waist briefs, £8, Monki
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Morgan Lane's '50s-inspired teddy feels like it was made for the 14 February with its baby pink silk-satin and red lace trims.
Silk-blend satin teddy, £220, Morgan Lane at Net-a-Porter
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If you want something that looks good but feels even better, Eres should be your go-to. The black lace is made with a generous amount of stretch, plus the lack of padding and underwiring means it's incredibly comfortable to wear.
Lace bra, £290; high-waist knickers, £185, Eres at Net-a-Porter
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This underwear may look ultra luxe with its lustrous satin and intricate lace overlay but, thanks to the light champagne hue, it will no doubt prove a useful addition to your everyday wardrobe. Invisible beneath white and light-coloured clothes, think of it as an upgrade on your basic nude set.
Bra, £46; briefs, £22, Wacoal at Harvey Nichols
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Made from silk crêpe de chine, & Other Stories' underwear set is dyed in a Valentine’s Day-worthy shade of red and ruched to create pretty ruffled trims. It also comes in lilac and black, should you prefer something a little subtler.
Silk bra, £29; knickers, £23, & Other Stories
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Coco De Mer's burgundy lingerie is made from scalloped tulle and embroidered with sparkling Lurex peacock feathers. The playful front-fastening clasp is perfect for Valentine's Day.
Triangle bra, £55; briefs,£45, Coco de Mer at Net-a-Porter
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If you like the natural shape unpadded styles create but need the support of lining and underwires, Figleaves' Juliette bra is ideal. We like the powder pink for Valentine’s Day, but it also comes in everyday colours including black, white, navy and nude.
Lace bra; £26, matching thong, £12, Figleaves
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