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Valentine’s Day is always the perfect excuse to treat yourself or someone special to sexy new lingerie. Besides a beautiful bouquet of roses and a non-negotiable box of chocolates, there’s nothing like a little bit of lace as a romantic gift, whether naughty or nice. Plus, lingerie styles are are trending outside of the bedroom, so whether you’re showering yourself in self-love or shopping for a wife or girlfriend that has a keen eye for style, these adorable Valentine’s Day lingerie pieces double as wardrobe staples.

From silky slip dresses to trendy corset tops, lingerie goes a long way for comfortable styling year-round, and with so many runway trends surrounding airy fabrics and wine-colored lace, there’s boundless inspiration for day to night. The nearly-naked sheer trend continues to flow as angelic frocks across the runways of Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Prada, and Sportmax for spring, while understated bras tops and slips shape silhouettes from Gucci to Versace, Valentino, and Schiaparelli. Major color trends of 2024 happen to play well for Valentine’s day too, whether in rich reds seen on the runways and red carpets, creamy “quiet luxury” beige and eggshell hues, or sweet “peach fuzz” pinks, à la Pantone’s Color of the Year.

However, the true sign of the best lingerie lies is in support and comfort — where it not only feels exceptionally flattering and empowering, but also feels so good on your skin that you’re hesitant to take it off. Think: luxuriously soft cashmere pajamas and effortlessly sexy silk robes. Or, oversized button-down shirt dresses, which were spotlit on the Courrèges Spring 2023 and Louis Vuitton Spring 2024 runways, or the raging hot pants trend from Tom Ford and Miu Miu that allow freshly lotioned legs to shine (to which, is an amazing feeling against luxury bedding sets come nightfall).

“A major lingerie trend I’m seeing is fancier loungewear,” says Cora Harrington, lingerie expert and founder of The Lingerie Addict. “Each year, people are investing in nicer loungewear. Companies are meeting this need with more transitional pieces that can double as outerwear and loungewear with fun prints and interesting colors.” Harrington also notes that more traditional lace and floral lingerie is getting an update, too. “I’m seeing brands invest in pieces with highly tactile and unusual embroideries — snakes instead of flowers, for example.” Dolce & Gabanna, Victoria Beckham, Dion Lee remind us that racey lace is always in style, of course, whether in lifting balconette bras, leggy stockings, or elegant lace frocks.

With so many lingerie styles to choose from, “what matters most is feeling confident,” Harrington says. “For example, I love the hi-cut leg, but others may find it uncomfortable. Instead, I encourage people to splurge on something special within their budget — to look for that dream piece that pushes the envelope but still makes them feel their best. Whether that’s a T-shirt bra, a nightgown, a corset, or a luxurious bathrobe, what matters at the end of the day is that you love it.”

Below, show the best Valentine’s Day lingerie to make her — or yourself — feel like the ultimate present.

Top Valentine’s Day Lingerie 2024

Model Nadja Auermann models Donna Karan's lingerie inspired looks for fall. (Photo by Fairchild Archive/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images)

WWD Lingerie Inspiration: Model Nadja Auermann models Donna Karan’s lingerie inspired looks for fall. (Photo by Fairchild Archive/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images) Penske Media via Getty Images

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Best Corset Top

Fleur du Mal Bouquet Lace Bustier Top

Size range: 32B-36DD
Colorways: White, blue, yellow, black
Material: Lace, mesh, silk, elastane
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars

Fleur du Mal’s Bouquet Lace Bustier Top is not only boundlessly versatile for nighttime styling, thanks to removable and adjustable spaghetti straps, it’s also one of the most supportive lingerie styles. Carefully designed with boning, stretchy lace, and lined cups, this soft yet structured staple will hold everything secure.

What testers say: “LOVE! Bought it in black last year and just got the light blue one on sale. It is stunning. The back zipper makes it edgy and super easy to put on and take off. The cups are lined and fully opaque, so the bustier can function as either a sophisticated top or lingerie. The straps are adjustable and detachable which is also great because you can create different looks. It is good for petites and very comfortable. I totally recommend it!”

Price upon publish date of this article: $268

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Best Satin Robe

Bluebella Marseille Luxury Satin Robe

Size range: S-XL
Colorways: Black, white
Material: 100% polyester
Revolve Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Luisaviaroma Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.2/5 stars
Zappos Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars

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Whether you’re wearing a slinky set or your softest pajamas, wrap yourself in this Bluebella Marseille Satin Robe for a luxe touch. This Kimono silhouette falls at the mid-thigh, perfect for showing off lacey stockings or fishnets, and features mesh sleeves with elegant embroidery. It also has a removable waist tie to cinch the waist for an overall ultra-flattering fit.

Price upon publish date of this article: $38

Best Scoop Bra

Skims Pendant Unlined Scoop Bra

Size range: 30A-44G
Colorways: Black
Material: Polyamide, elastane
Skims Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars

You can always rely on Skims’ undergarments to celebrate your shape, but the brand’s lingerie selection is its own treasure trove. We love this Unlined Scoop Bra for lots of lift, along with its femme scalloped trim and sleek satin finish. It comes with a 14k gold-plated copper pendant choker too, imaged by jewelry designer Veneda Carter, and detachable halter straps for plenty of styling versatility.

What testers say: “Beautiful piece for my beautiful girlfriend! So soft!”

Price upon publish date of this article: $68

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Best Slip Dress

Free People x Intimately Country Side Maxi Slip

Size range: XS-XL
Colorways: Red, green, brown
Material: Polyester, polyamide, elastane
Revolve Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars

Looking for a slip you can wear everywhere? The chic Country Side Maxi Slip from Free People offers a little bit of both sugar and spice. Its on-trend burnt red colorway drapes in smooth satin past the ankles, while a sheer deep-cut pink lace bodice ties together in a bow. Pair it with a mini bag for a Valentine’s day dinner date or fun Galentine’s Day outings, and then kick off your heels for cozy slippers when it comes time to turn in.

What testers say: “Beautiful classy nightgown that is so comfy to sleep in! Very old Hollywood vibes! The bust does run small so size up.”

Price upon publish date of this article: $82.60

Best Lace Bodysuit

Cosabella Never Say Never Tie Me Up Deep V Bodysuit

Size range: S-XL
Colorways: Red, white, black, pink, and blue
Material: Lace, silk, cotton

Whether you’re going out or staying in for the night, a lacey bodysuit is an excellent wardrobe building block. It can serve as a plunging top tucked under easy high-waisted jeans, and can peek-a-boo under a chic wool coat for more conservative occasions, like a fancy dinner date. Or, turn up the temperature and style this red-hot lace from Cosbella with a black leather jacket and sexy knee-high boots.

Price upon publish date of this article: $170

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Best Balconette Bra

La Perla Exotique Balconette Bra

Size range: 30B-38C
Colorways: Black, white
Material: Nylon, elastane
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars

If you’re in the market for something a little more luxe, La Perla always delivers. This sheer, strappy lace balconette bra is reinforced by soft underwire and a criss-cross bridge, while it’s stretchy elastane fabrication allows for ample flexibility and comfort.

Price upon publish date of this article: $465

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Olivia Von Halle Poppy Ivory Oyster Silk Satin Nightshirt

Size range: XS-XL
Colorways: White
Material: 100% silk

What’s sexier than the highest quality silk? Olivia Von Halle does it best, with 100 percent 19 momme silk in this easy nightshirt. Piped with oyster pink silk trims, its unparalleled softness and hotel-chic feel will give your beauty sleep an extra dose of pure luxury.

Price upon publish date of this article: $509.20

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Best Bra and Panty Set

Adore Me Gynger Unlined Balconette and Bikini Panty Set

Size range: XS-XL
Colorways: Red, white, pink
Material: Satin: Recycled Polyester, polyester, spandex
Adore Me Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4/5 stars

On Valentine’s Day, you’re the present (obviously). Tie yourself in a trendy bow with Adore Me’s Gynger lingerie set. The unlined underwire bra and matching satin panties are made with recycled polyester and comfy spandex, so you’ll feel as good as you’ll look. While the set is available in XS to XL, along with plus sizing, the straps and functional bows are adjustable for a flattering fit.

What testers say: “I love it. Bought this as a Christmas gift for my husband and it fits perfectly. I can’t wait to see his face.”

Price upon publish date of this article: $32.97

Best Lace Stockings

Commando The Sexy Up All Night Thigh High Stockings

Size range: S/M-M/L
Colorways: Black
Material: Nylon, spandex
Revolve Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Zappos Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars

An instant way to take any lingerie look to the next level? Add a pair of thigh-high stockings into the mix. These Commando stockings are ideal if you don’t have or want to wear a garter belt, as they stay up on their own thanks to no-slip silicone bands underneath the lace trim at the top.

What testers say: “Excellent quality! Ultra sheer thigh high that stays up when walking, sitting, whatever throughout the night.”

Price upon publish date of this article: $36

Best Silk Nightgown

Intimissimi Living in Luxe Silk Nightgown

Size range: S-XL
Colorways: Beige, black
Material: Silk, polyamide

If you can’t choose between lace and silk, Intimissimi’s Living in Luxe Silk Nightgown will have you feeling oh so feminine. Its swinging skirt features high-cut side panel slits of sheer lace, along with a lace trims along its sweetheart neckline. Plus, the thin straps are adjustable if you need to raise or lower the hem.

Price upon publish date of this article: $249

Best Satin Bra

Cuup The Balconette Satin Bra

Size range: 30A-44H
Colorways: Garnet Shine, Crystal Shine, Black Shine, Rose Shine, Vine Shine
Material: 84% Polyamide 16% Lycra

Cuup’s Satin Bra is simple and elegant, and will make you feel put together whether you pair it with the matching thong or let it shine from under a blazer or sheer top. It’s lightly lined with mesh for comfy breathability and has a flexible underwire that won’t poke or dig. And, you can’t go wrong with the cherry red Garnet Shine colorway for V-day.

What reviewers say: “Okay I bought this bra set because I thought it was stunning and I heard good reviews of CUUP but I’m so impressed by the fit. As a smaller petite frame with a larger chest it’s pretty hard to find a good bra that’s supportive and cute but 10/10. Also the fit is perfect, runs true to size.”

Price upon publish date of this article: $78

Best Hot Pants

Naked Cashmere Clarissa Ribbed Shorts and Evie Bralette Top

Size range: XS-XL
Colorways: White, brown, black, gray
Material: Pure cashmere, nylon, spandex
Naked Cashmere Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5 stars

Hot pants are — pun intended — hot for spring 2024, as we saw them all over the runways from Gucci to Tom Ford, Chanel, and more. Give the comfy trend a loungewear twist in these super soft Clarissa Ribber Shorts from Naked Cashmere. Available is minimalist neutrals, they pair seamlessly with the brand’s Evie Bralette Top, and can be worn in a set or under your daytime outfit for an extra layer of cozy warmth.

Price upon publish date of this article: $150

Hanky Panky x Prabal Gurung Hook and Eye Underwire Bra

Size range: 32A-36E
Colorways: Black
Material: 100% silk, mesh, nylon, spandex
Shopbop Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 5/5 stars
Bergdorf Goodman Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.7/5 stars
Hanky Panky Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.3/5 stars

The Hanky Panky x Prabal Gurung Underwire Bra offers a little more hardware than the average bra. Framed with hook and eye adornments along the straps, along with subtle lace trim, this highly supportive and suggestive top will turn your lingerie look up a notch. Wear it with a mini skirt or complete the set with the matching pants and thong from the collection.

Price upon publish date of this article: $75

Eberjay Inez Washable Silk Short PJ Set

Size range: XS-XL
Colorways: Pale pink, white, black, navy, pink, and more
Material: 100% machine washable silk
Eberjay Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars

Play off the “peach fuzz” color trend with this airy silk sleep set from Eberjay. Made of ethical and sustainable silk, its buttery-smooth feel is fit for year-round wear, thanks to natural thermoregulating properties that’ll keep you cool under a heavy duvet. And high-quality doesn’t have to mean high-maintenance — these pretty pajamas are machine-washable too.

Price upon publish date of this article: $258

Meet the Expert

Cora Harrington is is an American writer and lingerie expert. She is also the founder and editor-in-chief of the The Lingerie Addict. In 2018 she released the book In Intimate Detail: How to Choose, Wear, and Love Lingerie.

Meet the Author

Olivia Cigliano is a Commerce Writer & Producer at Footwear News and WWD where she writes shopping content across fashion, beauty, footwear, TikTok style trends, and more. Cigliano received her bachelor’s degree in journalism from Emerson College, and her byline can be found in publications including Elite Daily and CR Fashion Book. She is currently based in New York City. In her spare time, she’s always looking for deals on flattering and high-fashion loungewear that she can wear at home or for a night on the town.