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Best Lingerie Boutiques In Baltimore For Valentine's Day Gifts

By Joel Furches

With Valentine's Day rapidly approaching, you may be asking yourself how to celebrate it and, indeed, what gift to get your significant other which is appropriate to this singular holiday of amour. Gifts like candy and flowers wear out their appeal after a while, but one item which can be appreciated by everyone in question is the gift of lingerie. Men, you might consider getting your special lady something which she finds comfortable and attractive, or ladies, think about buying yourself something jaw-dropping. Trust us, your fella won't mind.

If you're in the market for such an item, there are a few local venues you might consider shopping at to make your Valentine particularly happy.

The Bottom Drawer
1001 W. 36th St.
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 783-8998
www.thebottomdrawerboutique.com

One of the advantages with shopping at locally owned businesses is the personal service they provide. The Bottom Drawer is a cozy little shop where the owner takes time to make certain every customer is pampered and makes choices true to their needs. Bottom Drawer also carries brand-name items at prices lower than mainstream stores. Go to its website to get a first-hand look at what it carries, and when you've found something you like, head in to pick it up. Gentlemen, if you aren't comfortable shopping for underwear for your lady, take advantage of the personal service to sort things out. Ladies, stop in to Bottom Drawer and find some attractive intimate wear in all sizes that will make your Valentine's Days and nights especially rewarding.

Hourglass Lingerie
3500 Parkdale Ave. #25
Baltimore, MD 21211
(443) 869-5324
www.hourglasslingerie.net

Hourglass Lingerie is a store geared especially toward plus sizes for women who need personalized bras. The owners - well familiar with the struggles of needing unusual bra sizes and fits - will personally help you in selecting the most comfortable bras and swim wear for any occasion. Don't worry, though, ladies, the store caters to all customers, so you may also find products for women who don't struggle with issues related to bra sizes. The store includes every kind of intimate wear - not just bras. Be sure to check out its extensive online store for convenient at home shopping, or head into Hourglass to make certain your intimate wear is comfortable and appropriate for you Valentine's celebration.

Lingerie Lingerie
820 Kenilworth Drive
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 296-8808
www.lingerielingerieshop.com

Come into Lingerie Lingerie for the perfect bra sizing and fitting. By the time the helpful and attentive sales staff measure you and fit you, you will have a personalized bra selection for every occasion, as the staff showcase all of the essential items in your size. Once you've sorted out your bra size, pick up something perfect for your Valentine's evening - like anything from its line of bustiers, sleepwear or, of course, lingerie.

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Necessary Secrets
10751 Falls Rd.
Lutherville, MD 21093
(410) 583-1383
www.necessarysecrets.com

This family run venue was founded more than 30 years ago by a mother-daughter team, based on the principle of helping women to find the perfect fit for all of their underwear needs. Necessary Secrets gives a range of customer service well worth the visit. Not only does it offer personalized fittings, but you may also have alterations done on your existing personal wear. While you're guaranteed to get a good fit and quality product for all your underwear needs, for Valentine's Day, be sure to check out the "After Midnight" collection, which includes an ever changing assortment of sensual wear perfect for those intimate moments.

Firefly Exotic Wear
3714 Eastern Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 732-1232
www.fireflyexoticwear.com

Firefly Exotic Wear is geared exclusively toward adult activities. Firefly has plenty to offer in the way of lingerie, but in addition to the exotic clothing and underwear which it provides, the store also sells costumes, toys and accessories, shoes and more - all for the ladies. The store also offers convenient online shopping, for privacy's sake. Remote purchases may also be made by phone using the number 888-732-1232. Conveniently priced and located (with a second location on the way), if you want your Valentine's to sizzle, Firefly is the best location in Baltimore to check out.

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