Fashion Trends

Lingerie, underwear and loungewear

Brrrrr, it's cold outside!  What better time of year to stay in and - with Valentine's Day fast approaching - cosy up with your sweetheart.  We've a range of our favourite loungewear and underwear looks to inspire you - whether it's a relaxing night in snuggling on the sofa, or if you're set to seduce...

Blue striped set

A fresh and fun bra and pants set. Cover up with a fitted denim shirt that looks great with the blue stripes.

Blue stripe bra: H&M £9.99
Blue stripe thong: H&M £3,99
Denim shirt: Warehouse £38
Blue stone ring: Wallis £12.50

all from Buchanan Galleries

Mint green

Colour's back this season - so theme your undies to two of spring/summer's hottest colours - mint green and orange. A chunky cardigan is cosy, and keeps your look effortlessly cute.

Mint lace push up bra: La Senza £25
Mint ruffle brief: Accessorize £6
Chunky pastel cardigan: Miss Selfridge £70
Orange ruffle-front heels: H&M £24.99

all from Buchanan Galleries

Burgundy silk

Classic and elegant, this burgundy robe and bra set is definitely going to get attention.  It's available in other colours, but we loved the dark red - and couldn't resist adding the coordinating pretty floral pants.

Balcony bra: La Senza £28
Silk robe: La Senza £80
Floral tie brief: Miss Selfridge £4
Nude peep-toe heels: Miss Selfridge £40
Floral hair accessory: Collette by Oasis £6

all from Buchanan Galleries

Pink cami

We love this look - from the cute hair bow to the vintage-style cami. Even better, the whole underwear-as-outerwear thing is still with us this season, so wear the cami and cover up with a pair of jeans for a casual but romantic date.

Bow hair band: H&M £3.99
Grey lace trim cover up: H&M £19.99
Dusty pink cami: La Senza £50
Floral brief (part of set): Accessorize £16
Jewel ring: River Island £9.99

all from Buchanan Galleries

Rose print

Bring out your girlie side with this stylised rose print - flowers that will last longer than Valentine's Day! If pink's not your thing, match the bra with mint green or black.

Dusky pink silk robe: La Senza £75
Rose print bra: John Lewis £25
Matching brief: John Lewis £15
Large diamante cocktail ring: Accessorize £12
Nude peep toe heels: Miss Selfridge £40

all from Buchanan Galleries

Fresh florals

We love this cute floral bandeau top with matching briefs - very cute! Throw on a bright cover-up to stop yourself feeling  exposed - bright coral or turquoise blue are great choices for this season...

Floral headband: Accessorize £6
Coral cardigan: Wallis £33
Floral bandeau: Miss Selfridge £12
Matching brief: Miss Selfridge £4

all from Buchanan Galleries

Grey jersey lounging

Nothing says casual more than grey marl - these grey trousers are perfect for lounging, but the addition of a waterfall cut red cardi adds a splash of colour.

Red waterfall cardigan: Next £22
Grey jersey bra: H&M £7.99
Jersey lounge trousers: John Lewis £20
Pink fluffy booties: River Island £16.99
2 pearl ring: Swarovski £99
Large pearl ring: Thomas Sabo £119
Small love heart cushion: John Lewis £25
Large heart cushion (just seen): John Lewis £35

all from Buchanan Galleries

Black lace

Give black lace a modern twist with pops of unexpected colour - we've layered a floral bustier underneath to keep it looking young and fresh.

Cami & brief set: Accessorize £14
Floral bustier (underneath): River Island £24.99
Black twist-link bracelet: Swarovski £100
Purple dotty pop socks: Gap £4
Orange ruffle-front heels: H&M £24.99

all from Buchanan Galleries

Duck egg blue lounging

Mix textures and classic colours for a grown-up take on loungewear.  We love the colour of these duck egg blue satin bra and pants from Next, which contrast beautifully with the natural tones of the embellished cardi - all far too pretty to be covered up!

Loose nude embellished shoulder cardigan: Miss Selfridge £40
Duck egg blue bra (set of 2): Next £20
Matching briefs available (set of 2): Next £9
Beige & white spotted throw: John Lewis £75

all from Buchanan Galleries

Purple mix and match

Avoid looking too matchy-matchy by pairing a bold coloured bra with co-ordinating briefs - try florals or polka dots.  It keeps the look fun, but avoids the I-got-dressed-in-the-dark look (always a good thing!).

Flower hair clip: River Island £7.99
Purple cotton bra: La Senza £16
Matching brief  (worn under): La Senza £6
Floral brief (part of set): Accessorize £16
Encrusted jelly bangle: Swarovski £19

all from Buchanan Galleries

Neutral tones

Neutral camel and caramel tones are uber-flattering, whatever your skin tone.  If you're pale go for mid and darker shades to avoid looking washed-out.

Mink shirt: Miss Selfridge £32
Brown pleated stripe bandeau bra: La Senza £22
Matching brief: La Senza £10
Nude stockings: La Senza £8
Chunky wood bangle: Warehouse £10
Nude peep-toe heels: Miss Selfridge £40

all from Buchanan Galleries

Black teddy

Bring out your inner femme fatale with this black silky teddy, which we've teamed with this show-stopping animal print turban for old Hollywood glamour.  We couldn't resist it!

Animal print turban:  River Island £14.99
Black teddy: John Lewis: £49
Black hold-ups: La Senza £8
Nude peep-toe heels: Miss Selfridge £40

all from Buchanan Galleries

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