The Great Lingerie Debate

11:01:32 PM “Katie”: that’s why buying expensive underwear pisses me off so much
11:01:40 PM “Katie”: cause it like comes off in 2 seconds
11:01:54 PM “Katie”: and it’s like “SEE THAT LITTLE THING ON THE FLOOR.. THAT COST ME 22 DOLLARS”

Whether it’s $22 on a cutesy Hanky Panky thong or $80 on a strappy satiny string from Kiki De Montparnasse, the real question of value is – did he really appreciate? Did he even look at it?

That was the subject of debate between my left coast lovely, Katie, while pursuing lingerie for Valentine’s Day.

As a personal lover of all things lacy and sheer, I’ve gone through my share of sexy little things that my boy toy seemingly appreciated… for like 30 seconds… if that. So on the “most romantic day of the year,” is it really worth it?

Not only do these flimsy numbers cost you, they’re a pain in the ass to put on… and sometimes, even more of a pain in the ass to wear. And then even worse to get off. So while he’s busy ravishing you, you’re too busy wondering if your $250 doily was ripped into shreds to even enjoy it.

11:05:34 PM “Moi”: ok, what’s frustrating about garter belts is it’s like this contraption
11:05:50 PM “Moi”: and kyle was so excited and then it was like, WAIT – THIS WAS SO EXPENSIVE
11:05:55 PM “Moi”: DONT TOUCH IT!!
11:05:57 PM “Katie”: sdfkjsdfklj
11:05:58 PM “Katie”: HAHA dont BREAK it
11:05:58 PM “Moi”: I NEED LIKE 20 MINUTES TO GET IT OFF
11:06:03 PM “Moi”: BC IT TOOK ME LIKE AN HOUR TO GET IT ON

Shockingly, while my adorable boyfriend has enjoyed my parade of overpriced silk ribbon laced underpants, he claims one of the sexiest things I’ve ever worn to bed was a plain old tri-blend tank top from American Apparel, that I had just thrown on after a shower – no muss, no fuss. He said there was a certain animale -esque allure to something soft, simple, and flimsy – perhaps the same way the girl next door appeals to boys. It was completely non-intimidating and most importantly, I looked comfortable.

So, I’m opting out this year. It is a recession after all.

Buy raw sexy. Splurge on a sultry tousled blow out from Fekkai.

Emphasizing your best assets, the simplest of skivvies, channel Risky Business with neon briefs and one of his dress shirts, or think Lolita with a flirty sheer bralette and last summer’s high-wasted denim shorts, accessorize with heart-shaped sunglasses and a ruby red lollipop.

Or perhaps just get to the point and spell it out for him with these: