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From fun and flirty, to lacy and racy: Our pick of the best Valentine's Day lingerie

Whether you're looking for gift ideas or fancy treating yourself this February 14, Sam Wylie-Harris has you (un)covered

Will it be lingerie or roses for Valentine's Day?
Will it be lingerie or roses for Valentine's Day? Will it be lingerie or roses for Valentine's Day?

FROM attention-grabbing and racy lacy, to fancy frills and ribbons, dressing down on Valentine's can actually be as much fun as getting dolled up for a hot date.

From sultry to sweet, we've rounded up the most fetching lingerie to put you in a loving frame of mind – and help shape the evening to your advantage...

RACY RED

:: Satin Ruffle Short, Red love Letters, £33.30, Victoria's Secret: A cut above the rest, ruffles and an irresistible bow pushes all the right buttons.

:: Eberjey Noor Jersey and Stretch-Lace Chemise, £95, Selfridges: When it comes to showing off your best assets, every admirer loves a lady in red.

:: Plunge Bustier, £47.77, Victoria's Secret: You can match a bolt of red lipstick to this provocative red lips print.

TELL A LACY STORY

:: Harper Geometric Lace Underwired Body B-G Cup, £40, Figleaves: This lace underwired body slims the waist and hips.

:: V-wire Teddy, £57.42, Victoria's Secret, a seductive one piece, with a cute halter strap and thong bottom.

:: Floral Print Phoebe Longline Light Pad Balcony Bra, £22, and matching Print Brazilian Knickers, £10, Next: A mixed bouquet framed by lace speaks the language of love.

PRETTY AND FLIRTY

:: Crisscross Babydoll, £42.95, Victoria's Secret: No need to feel like you need to dress dangerously with this floaty babydoll number.

:: B by Ted Baker – Pink 'Palace Gardens' Underwired Padded Blunge Bra, £28, and matching Thong, £14, Debenhams: Simply styled, sometimes all it takes are some beautiful blooms in girly pink to set the tone.

:: Sabina Padded Triangle, £52, Sabina Low Rise Knicker, £32, Dora Larsen: Trimmed with trendy coral and whispers of lace, we love this modern mix.

:: Pernille Soft Bra, £46, Pernille High Waist Knicker, £38, Dora Larson: Romantic and glamorous, high-waisted knickers are classically feminine, especially with a barely there bra.

ROMANTIC BLUES

:: Cashmar Teddy, £36, Bluebella: With a ribbon tie at the waist, this shorty set hints at sweet nothings.

:: Chantelle Champs Elysees Balconette Bra, £66, Champs Elysees Shorty, £39, Figleaves: A match made in heaven, this beautifully cut, stylish set ticks all the right gift boxes.

:: Lepel Fiore Short – Navy/Cornflower, £14, Figleaves: No need to go to great lengths, when you can don a pair of lacy mesh shorts with a playful bow.