4 essential lingerie pieces

If you want to stock your closet with pieces that will make you feel flirty and fun, check out this list of lingerie must-haves.

Bras come in all colours, shapes and sizes. A nude bra is a particularly good choice because it can be worn under any piece of clothing. Nude bras blend into the colour of skin and cannot be seen through white or sheer items, which make them one of the most convenient pieces of lingerie available. Be sure to match the colour of the nude bra you choose with your skin tone.

Thong underwear might have gotten a bad wrap due to recent fashion trends, but thong underwear should be a staple in every woman's wardrobe. If you wear tight pants, thongs allow you to wear underwear without worrying about visible panty lines. Thongs are also a good underwear choice if you plan to wear white pants.Coloured or patterned underwear can be seen under white pants, while thongs keep the focus on your pants rather than your underwear choice. Pick a nude thong for white pants, skirts and dresses, or choose a lacy one if you want to give your partner a sexy surprise.

Sometimes it doesn't matter what you sleep in, but if you plan on having a sleepover with someone special, you'll want to dress to impress. Invest in a sexy nightgown for those occasions. Not only are sexy nightgowns flirty and feminine, they're also easily removed when you spend the night with a romantic partner.

Shapewear is a type of tight undergarment that smooths out any bulges or unwanted curves in your physique when you wear clothes. Shapewear is a great option under tight dresses when you don't want underwear lines or belly buttons to show. Some shapewear can be sexy, too. If you choose a style that is lacy or sheer, you can wear it for your partner when you're alone in the bedroom.