Sexy lingerie sets

Start with the number of pieces, because it’s the vaguest point in listings. A two-piece set is limited to the bra and panty. From three pieces up, you generally add a garter belt, stockings or mitts. The written list always takes priority over the photo, which often shows accessories sold separately.

Next comes the underwire question. An underwired bra shapes and supports, but it needs the right size: badly positioned, an underwire becomes painful within minutes. Without underwire, the tolerance is much wider, which makes it the sensible choice when the set is meant as a gift.

For sizing, measure your underbust and bust in centimetres, then check the manufacturer’s chart. Imported models frequently run one to two sizes smaller than French standards and the letter shown means little from one brand to another. Adjustable-strap, harness-style models forgive approximate sizing much more.

The fabric decides real comfort. Lace dresses you up but scratches if it’s stiff, fishnet and satin stay soft and stretch cuts cover a wider size range.

If a full set feels like too much, a sexy babydoll forgives sizing mistakes and the sexy panties and thongs are sold in bundles so you can try several cuts. To complete the silhouette, see the sexy garter belts and sexy tights, or the full outfits range.