Christmas Lingerie

Sassy Santa-themed Lingerie

Give Mrs. Claus a run for her money with lingerie inspired from the North Pole. Santa-themed Christmas lingerie is extremely popular and available in a wide variety of styles, whether you're looking for modest nightwear or racier thongs and teddiettes. Faux white fir trim and red velvet or plush material form the basis of dozens of lingerie styles, from nice to naughty.

Holiday Lingerie Colors and Styles

Holiday lingerie is available in much more than classic Santa-suit red and white. Pure white and black are classy and festive. Deep colors like mauve, plum, navy, and evergreen are also great for holiday lingerie pieces. Red and green mixes or plaid fabrics (think Santa's workshop helper) are also options.

Christmas is a special time for most couples, so something extra special in the lingerie department is called for. Baby doll style sets, mini slip dresses, camisole and panty sets, and bras and panties with matching robes are all great holiday styles.

Festive Materials and Accents

Velvet and faux fir are perpetually popular for Christmas lingerie sets. Satin, silk, and sheer materials in rich colors are also popular. For a touch of flair, look for lingerie with any of the following accents:

• Bows
• Ribbons
• Bells
• Sequins
• Lace

Don't forget a pair of sexy shoes to go with your ensemble!

Cute Christmas Panties and Bras

Women can never have enough panties and bras. Shortly after Halloween, retailers nationwide will begin advertising Christmas themed apparel, including many styles of Christmas panties and bras. Cute Christmas prints like reindeer, Christmas trees, and snowflakes adorn shrink-wrapped packages and individual undies.

Whether you're stocking up on some candy-cane cotton briefs or a pair of Brazilian bikinis bedecked with holly berries, Christmas panties are a holiday essential. Bra and panty sets in Christmas themes are fun as well as functional additions to your lingerie wardrobe.

Christmas Lingerie Prices

Prices for your Christmas lingerie will vary depending on what type of lingerie or set you're buying, the materials it is made of, the retailer, and of course, when you purchase it. If you're lucky enough to find holiday lingerie in your size after the season, you'll most likely be able to get rock-bottom prices on fabulous pieces, especially at retail stores like Wal-mart.

Boxers and Briefs

Women aren't the only ones who can wear Christmas undies. Department stores and online retailers offer dozens of fun, funny and sexy styles of men's boxers, briefs, and underwear. Why not treat your guy to a pair of red silk boxers and matching robe for Christmas?

Tips for Buying Christmas Lingerie

For Men:

• For men buying Christmas lingerie for their spouses or sweethearts, you may want to ask her what size she needs in lingerie unless you are absolutely certain. You may feel it spoils the surprise to ask her, but it will be better than giving her something too small -- 'You want me to fit into that? Or, alternately, something too big, and have her sobbing because she thinks you think she's too fat.

• Also, when shopping, consider what your sweetheart will like and be comfortable in, not just what makes your pulse race. If she feels good about what she's wearing, chances are you'll both be happier.

For women:

• Guys underwear comes in fewer styles than women's, so if you know whether he wears small, medium, or large, and whether be prefers boxers or briefs, you'll probably be in good shape. Still, if you're unsure, it never hurts to ask. Christmas loungewear for men is also a fun and yet practical gift.

• If your guy isn't the lingerie-buying type, don't be shy about finding some holiday styles that you like and buying for yourself. You deserve to look and feel beautiful whether or not your guy chickens out at the checkout counter with a lacy red bra in hand!