Sexy nightwear - lace intrigue

Ladies’ nightwear and erotic lingerie is big business these days and there is a wide range out there to choose from. There are numerous styles, materials and colors so that every woman could find one that is just right sexy lingerie for her taste. Almost every woman owns a small sexy nightwear collection with pieces for any occasion – a daring chemise for a hot date or comfy pajamas for a sleepover with her girlfriends. With so many intimate apparel styles available, it’s hard to believe that there were times when there was actually no choice when it came to sexy nightwear and that specialised ladies sleepwear is a relatively recent invention. Provided here is a brief history of ladies’ nightwear.

Chemises

The beginings of the chemise can be traced back to the ancient times, when tunic-like garments were usually worn. Still, it was not until the Middle Ages that the chemise began to be used as a form of women’s underwear (an not only woman’s…). Still, we should remember that, in that times, chemises were used as a protection from sweat and body oils. Also, the chemise used to be the only garment washed regularly. Both men and women wore it for sleeping – they simply took their outer garments off and slept in their chemises. In the morning, they would put their clothes back on.

Negligees

The Negligee was the first example of widely worn ladies’ nightwear. The very first negligee was introduced at the beginnings of the 18th century in France and back then it served a strictly utilitarian purpose. Similarly to the gowns of the era, it was long and the material was heavy. The negligee kept pace with different dress styles and, thus, in the 1920s they mirrored the short satin cocktail dresses, popular at that time. Being shorter and made of a lighter fabric, they were sexy, but not as sexy nightwear and to seduce was not their purpose. The negligee was designed to be worn as a sexy piece of underwear only shortly after the World War II.

Nightgowns and nightshirts

The nightgown and the nightshirt developed from the earlier chemises early in the 20th century. The nightgown are long and heavy, especially when compared to the sexy chemise or the negligee. They are often made of cotton or flannel. The nightshirt is a very simple, thigh-length plain shirt. Dorm shirts are a more recent form of women’s nightwear. They often feature a slogan or an image of a cartoon character and are often worn for modesty and comfort in communal living environments, preferably by teenagers and young women. On colder nights you may want to use this somewhat sexy nightwear with longer shorts or pajama pants.

Pajamas

The original pajamas’ roots can be traced to the 17th century in Asia. Within the following century, missionaries from Britain had adopted this style as sleepwear for males. Soon it became a popular alternative to nightshirts for men and boys in the UK. Pajamas as nightwear for women in the Western Europe became popular much later. Although they had been available decades before, pajamas began to outstrip traditionally sexy nightgowns in sales in the 1980s. Until today, pajamas are a popular style of men’s and women’s nightwear and they are available in a wide range of styles, colors and fabrics. Teenagers and young adults like to wear pajamas pants with a T-shirt, tank top or even a more daring upper piece of other sexy underwear, which is an interesting alternative to traditional pajamas.

Robe-shirt - sexy nightwear from Shriley

Other styles

As a matter of fact, almost anything can serve as ladies’ nightwear as numerous pieces of traditional underwear can be turned into pieces of sexy lingerie. Any piece of clothing – your favourite tank top or your boyfriend’s T-shirt or even a see through babydoll – can make you comfortable in bed. Still, many women like to wear silk or sheer lingerie for its sexappeal and the lxurious feeling. It is good to have your favorite comfy pajamas as well as a sexy chemise within reach, because you never know how you are going to spend the night.

Valentine’s Day seems to be a great occasion to think about indulging your woman and buying her a set of sexy lingerie or even romantic nightwear. Such present, if chosen well, is sure to add a bit of spice to this Special day (and night). There are so many styles of ladies nightwear that many men can feel perplexed at first, but after having a look at this guide to exotic lingerie, it should not be a problem to choose something suitable…

Nightgown – Babydoll

A nightgown is definitely one of the most traditional pieces of women’s nightwear, but don’t be taken in by the word “traditional” – as there are plenty of forms available in every sexy lingerie store – in different lengths and made of varying fabrics. A flannel nightgown is a good sleepwear alternative for chilly winter nights, but it will not let your girl feel sexy and seductive. If you want to achieve that goal, choose a sexy nightgown made of silk or satin, or something more daring, with a dash of lace, mesh, or even made of sheer fabrics.

There is also a type of short and sleek nightgown, known as a negligee or babydoll. The latter has become almost iconic piece in sexy lingerie world, and is unquestioned Valentine’s Day nightwear bestseller.

Chemise

Chemise is a kind of short and close-fitting piece of women’s underwear that can be used as sexy nightwear or can replace a bra or slip. There are several types of fabric a chemise can be made of, but the most popular one – as for other sexy lingerie styles – is silk. The versatility of chemise is at the same time its great advantage, as it combines being sexy with feeling comfortable.

Pyjamas

Pyjamas should no longer be considered only a men’s garment, especially that many sexy girlie versions of that nightwear have become popular. Although not really can be qualified erotic lingerie as such, ladies pyjamas are usually lovely and a bit seductive, but they are also a nice stuff to wear when a woman wants to relax at home. It’s worth thinking of a silk lingerie consisting of silk tank top and soft pants.

Boy Shorts

Many women keen on sport took a liking to boy shorts which are really comfortable and sexy, but not as smart as silk pyjamas or satin nightgown. They can also be, paired with a tank top, a good garment to sleep in. Although these are not typical erotic lingerie, many women look on boy shorts as a cute alternative to traditional sexy panties.

Robes and Accessories

To make a sexy nightwear gift more enjoyable, it could be a good idea to add a robe or some accessories, which will definitely enrich the whole set. It’s not a very complicated task to choose a robe due to a wide selection of them on the market, some even made to match lingerie sets. To make a good choice, it is also vital to consider the purpose; for instance, if there are many people in home, and the purpose of a robe is to cover a sexy nightwear, a full-length robe is advisable. If it is meant to be a complement to sexy lingerie, a short robe made of silk or satin would be the best choice.

There is a wide range of accessories available, from a pair of sexy stockings to more sophisticated ones, like a pair of high-heeled bedroom slippers. They could be a great complement to the erotic nightwear you are going to present your woman with.

If you want to be sure that a Valentine’s Day gift will make her feel special, e ladies nightwear department is the place to go. Every woman loves feeling sexy, seductive and irresistible – and clothing and especially sexy and a little erotic lingerie has proven to be one of the best ways to achieve that. There are plenty of patterns, colours and fabrics, and it is not difficult to choose the proper size. In fact, you can derive much pleasure from finding a sexy nightwear for your sweetheart for this one special night, and surely for many to come.

Babydoll from Shirley

Baby doll nightwear is the kind of sexy lingerie that is beneficial for almost every type of figure. It flatters full-bodied as well as petite women. The babydoll has been in fashion for over half a century and has not yet become outdated, which proves its appeal to women of different sizes, shapes or preferences. This type of sexy lingerie is said to be so popular to the connotations it evokes – cute, innocent and young. Still, many people agree that it is very seductive.

The baby doll is basically a short, sleeveless negligee, often coming with shaped cups and a loose skirt, which length is usually mid-thigh or even higher. There are many types and style of this sexy nightwear available. And sexy is really what describes baby dolls best, especially when they are paired with matching panties, thongs or G-string. An innocent yet seductive style such as a sexy babydoll is what you need to make a man entirely yours. (read entire the_title())