1. Stella McCartney
StellaMcCartney's silk and lace "Clara Whispering" set in a pretty periwinkle shade will add a touch of luxury to your underwear drawer.
Where: stellamccartney.com
How much: Bra £96, briefs £48
2. Mimi Holliday
Mimi Holliday is the younger sister of ultra-chic label Damaris. It specialises in sleek underwear in luxurious fabrics at a reasonable price.
Where: damaris.co.uk
How much: bra £51, shorts £40, suspender £35
3. Marni
Marni transfers its trademark bold, colour-clash patterns to a lingerie collection. This glamorous soft-cup triangle bra and big-knicker set wouldn't look out of place in a black and white movie.
Where: marni.com
How much: bra £160, briefs £120
4. Chantelle
Parisian brand Chantelle has more than a century of experience in creating lingerie that bestows a bit of French panache. This set has delicate embroidery in the palest pink.
Where: johnlewis.com
How much:bra £53, briefs £30
5. Boux Avenue
This flirty set comes from the latest retail venture from Theo Paphitis. Boux Avenue's ultra-boost bra in candy pink provides a welcome lift.
Where: bouxavenue.com
How much: bra £24, lace thong £8
6. Ann Summers
Ann Summers has had a high-fashion makeover. The Adelphi set with long-line bra and high-waisted knickers looks far more luxurious than its high-street price tag suggests.
Where: annsummers.com
How much:bra £28, briefs £18
7. La Perla
La Perla has been creating underwear more akin to art for more than 50 years. This red-lace set may be named ‘Belle Du Jour' but is far more exquisite than it is erotic.
Where: La Perla 020 7245 0527
How much: bra £218, thong £74
8. Agent Provocateur
Pay homage to decades gone by with figure-flattering highwaisted briefs and full-cup bra from purveyor of chic but saucy smalls Agent Provocateur.
Where: agentprovocateur.com
How much:Mercy bra £95, big briefs £125
9. Bra Queen
Bra Queen has been created by Ultimo founder Michelle Monoe and modeled by former TOWIE starAmy Childs. Despite that, the satin balcony bra is actually very tasteful.
Where: clothingattesco.com
How much: bra £14, briefs £8
10. BHS
Animal print has become the nation's favourite quick-fix solution to sexy underwear. Trusty BHS has revamped this classic style in an affordable monochrome leopard print.
Where: BHS 0845 196 0000
How much: bra £14, briefs £6
11. B by Ted Baker
Floral prints get a modern makeover with this colourful set by B by Ted Baker. The black-piping toughens it up, making it far from frou frou
Where: debenhams.com
How much: bra £22.50, knickers £12.50
12. Biba
Following its welcome relaunch last season, Biba has ventured into underwear. This bodysuit falls low on the hips giving it an old-Hollywood feel.
Where: houseoffraser.co.uk
How much: Modern Romance body suit £80
13. b'tempt'd
b'tempt'd is a recent addition to the international underwear empire of lingerie experts Wacoal. The light and airy, barely there look of this lacy set is sexy and feels great on.
Where: asos.com
How much: Bra £15, brief £9
14. Else
The Signature plunge bra and knicker set by Turkish label Else has become a seasonal favourite. A sophisticated take on more traditional designs.
Where: foxandrose.com
How much: plunge bra £79, knickers £49
Elle Macpherson Obsidian
New from supermodel Elle Macpherson's lingerie brand is high-end line, Obsidian. Black embroidered lace detailing adds a seductive element to this blush pink set.
Where: Selfridges 0800 123 400
How much: bra £65, briefs £42
16. Collette by Collette Dinnigan
Australian designer Dinnigan made a name for herself with ultra-feminine eveningwear. Her lingerie collaboration with M&Smakes for covetable buys.
Where: marksandspencer.com
How much: bra £28, briefs £12
17. COS
COS has a reputation as a brand offering offers quality clothing at common-sense prices. But there's nothing sensible about this soft bra and knicker in a lurid acid green.
Where: cosstores.com
How much: bra £17, pants £10
18. Bordelle
With the trend for underwear as outerwear taking off, this luxe satin bodysuit, designed to flatter and support, is almost too good to hide under clothes.
Where: bordelle.co.uk
How much: Nouvelle Justine body £156
19. Freya
Awhite ribbon trim is a sweet adornment on this moulded plunge bra and thong set, which is available in sizes up to aKcup.
Where: freyalingerie.com
How much: bra £33, thong £12.50
20. Damaris
Damaris creates luxury lingerie with a high-end twist. This set is given a modern edge by the combination of bold tangerine lace and lime silk.
Where: damaris.co.uk
How much: Lemon Drop v-bra £89, peep bottom knickers £94
21. Maison Scotch
This soft lace bra top and knicker set in a striking indigo shade is a comfortable yet chic choice for those with smaller busts.
Where: Maison Scotch 0845 862 2056
How much:£45 for the set
22. DKNY
If you like leopard print but are wary of looking brash, this is a great option. The lace detailing and muted colour palette are subtle but the suspenders keep the sex appeal roaring.
Where: dkny.com
How much: bra £34, briefs £22
23. Gossard
Gossard is a household name in British lingerie. Its expertise and technology create underwear so comfortable you'll hardly realize you're wearing it.
Where: gossard.com
How much: flower print bra £29, shorts £14
24. Fauve
For the more well-endowed customer, The Veronique corset in an oyster cream is just the ticket. Think Victoriana meets ultra-vixen.
Where: figleaves.com
How much: Veronique corset £123, brief £30
25. Huit
Put a bit of ooh la la into your wardrobe with this "China Girl" set from French brand Huit. The bra will give your cleavage a boost and the delicate, pink lace is cheeky but feminine.
Where: Huit 01536 765208
How much: Bra £56, briefs £30
26. By Caprice
This gothic embroidered bra and thong set, designed by model Caprice and aptly named Morticia, is a seductive, but not too scary, option.
Where: littlewoods.com
How much: plunge bra £24, thong £13
27. Intimissimi
Cream and pale peach embroidered lace is combined in this Intimissimi set. The shorts shape of the knickers will dowonders for your bum.
Where: intimissimi.com
How much: bra top £35.99, pants £15.99
28. George
Asda might not spring to mind when considering an update of your lingerie collection, but you can pick up this stylish set with change for £10.
Where: george.com
How much: rose print bra £6, string knickers £3.50
29. Marks and Spencer
Buying a bra from Marks & Spencer is a rite of passage. The new"Flatter Me" style has a longer wing (side panel) for a streamlined silhouette.
Where: marksandspencer.com
How much: bra £22.50, briefs £12.50
30. Yes Master
Feathers are having a fashion moment andwhile this set from Yes Master might not be practical (forget the washing machine), it certainly has the fun factor.
Where: dolcifollie.com
How much: bra £200, suspender £150
31. Lejaby
Cream lace and pink make for a delicate contrast on this balconette bra and thong while Swarovski rhinestones add some glitzy glamour.
Where: 0207 478 4340
How much: Manoir bra £53, thong £31
32. Wundervoll
Berlin-based label Wundervoll creates beautiful lingerie for the fashion conscious. The soft papaya palette makes this set ideal for spring.
Where: Bordello 020 7503 3334
How much:Temple bra £102, Jungle briefs £56
33. Panache
Panache caters to the fullerbusted woman with sizes from D-K. This black-lace number with sheer paneling proves that bigger bras can be super sexy.
Where: panache-lingerie.com
How much: bra £30, briefs £14.50
34. Donna Karan
Delicate black lace on a nude base hints suggestively at bare flesh on this elegant, Ethereal Lace set by US designer Donna Karan. The dainty fabric won't leave lumps in clothes, either.
Where: donnakaran.com
How much: bra £68, thong £26
35. Masquerade
Catering for the larger bust, the pretty Medina balconette bra in Moroccan print starts from a D cup and goes up to an H.
Where: masquerade-lingerie.com
How much: bra £39, thong £16.50
36. Made by Niki
Made by Niki specialises in lingerie and shapewear that is sexy and elegant with a little bit of retro thrown in. This dusty pink set will look great on pale complexions.
Where: madebyniki.co.uk
How much: bra £89, briefs £69
37. Primark
Primark's lingerie collection boasts an impressive range of styles. This set is perfect for spring/summer with its nautical theme and pretty, pink-bow adornment.
Where: Primark 0118 9606 300
How much: bra £6, briefs £2.50
38. Simone Perele
You'll be hard pressed to find more flattering lingerie than this Romance set by Simone Perele. No wonder – the brand has a history that spans some 60 years.
Where: figleaves.com
How much: bra £59, briefs £31
39. Nichole De Carle
The Opal diamond collection from Nichole De Carle made headlines this year; knickers complete with diamond charm for pure underwear indulgence.
Where: shop.nicholedecarle.com
How much: bra £135, Diamond string £232
40. La Senza
Retro doesn't need to mean old-fashioned. This La Senza set features high-waisted briefs with panelling for a no-diet necessary slimming effect.
Where: lasenza.co.uk
How much: long-line bra £22, high-waisted briefs £14
41. Rigby and Peller
Rigby and Peller offers a first-class fitting service and is the epitome of luxury. This embroidered red set is striking in colour and flattering.
Where: Rigby and Peller 0845 076 5545
How much:bra £83.95, briefs £59.95
42. Dirty Pretty Things
Lingerie doesn't always have to be elegant. The bright red straps on this leopard print set from Dirty Pretty Things add a bit of rock-chick fun to your underwear drawer.
Where: Selfridges 0800 123 400
How much: bra £90, thong £36
43. Passionata
Passionata, part of the Chantelle lingerie group, makes underwear that is risqué, but with all the hallmarks of quality. This set is in pastel blue, a key colour for spring.
Where: asos.com
How much: bra £34, briefs £19
44. Topshop
For a fast fashion fix, Topshop always comes up trumps. Mixing yellow with black lace is a sporty twist on this otherwise conventional high-waisted knickers and triangle-bra set.
Where: topshop.co.uk
How much: bra £18, briefs £10
45. Wonderbra
The Ultimate Strapless Bra and thong set fromWonderbra combines practicality (it won't fall down) with elegance in a "goes with anything" nude.
Where: wonderbra.co.uk
How much: bra £36, thong £11.50
46. Kriss Soonik
The Silvia lace triangle bra set in French lace is a comfortable option in a timeless colour combination of black and gold. It should be worn to be seen.
Where: kriss-soonik.com
How much: Silvia gold bra £64, Maike knickers £50
47. Tezenis
Tezenis is an Italian brand bringing value-for-money contemporary lingerie to the UK. Its fresh approach is evident in this quirky floral set.
Where: tezenis.com
How much: bra £12.99, briefs £9.99
48. Wacoal Dia
Japanese brand Wacoal Dia is worth a perusal – if you're in the money. Exclusive to Harrods the collection features sumptuous Edwardian style lace detailing for ethereal pieces.
Where: Harrods 020 7730 1234
How much: bra £210, briefs £155
49. Tu
Supermarket shopping has come a long way. This embroidered set in a shade of nude is soft enough to wear every day, with floral detailing providing a pretty edge.
Where: Sainsburys 0800 63 62 62
How much: bra £8, briefs £4
50. Fleur of England
For an underwear option in a traditionally racy red hue that also has softness to it, try this delicate set from Fleur of England.
Where: fleurofengland.com
How much: soft bra £89.50, silk tie briefs £89.50
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