There’s nothing like silk and satin to get you in the mood for a date. And fanning the flames of passion with luxurious lingerie does not need to cost the earth.

“Ladies need look no further than the high street if they want to undress to impress, says fashion photographer, Cathy Hassan: “Fabulous underwear will make any woman feel special and give extra confidence for snaring their dream man.”

For those on a small budget, Debenhams has teamed up with Janet Reger to bring you her extensive expertise at pocket-friendly prices. Supermodel Caprice’s pretty new underwear range is also available exclusively at Debenhams.



Once you’ve discovered your partner’s size check-out www.Figleaves.com for their fabulous selection of lingerie including Simone Perele, Elle Macpherson, Dolce & Gabbana and Beau Bras. Splendour.com is another great site carrying premium lines such as Rigby & Peller and Chantelle alongside their own range of underwear including 'Volupte' for larger sizes (up to cup size F) and push-up bras. The Bravissimo catalogue (www.bravissimo.com) caters for the bigger lady. Their gorgeous bras and lavish bodies give proper support while remaining feminine and pretty.

Alongside their sensible cotton thongs, Sloggi have created some lovely lingerie sets that are easy on the purse. The high street is always good resource for bra and knickers sets at affordable prices -- try Next, Tesco, George at Asda and Gap for pretty underwear that's perfect for Valentine's Day.

Other lingerie labels also worth looking at include Malizia by La Perla, Pretty Polly's inexpensive patterned bras, Triumphs's fun Valentine colours and Lejaby's raunchy lacy sets.