The experts at Lovehoney have given us their top tips to ensure this is your steamiest Valentine's Day yet.

Gift inspo

Lingerie is far sexier than flowers and chocolates, but nothing will kill the mood like wriggling into (and out of) ill-fitting underwear.

If you can, have a rummage through your SO’s underwear collection, and make a note of dress and cup size (for her), waist measurements (for him) and the styles and colours you find. If matching sets are her thing, you can’t go wrong with a bra and knicker combo. If his bedroom drawers are boxer central, posing pouches probably aren’t the right option.

One-size lingerie and open-cup bras are great if you're not able to physically get to her lingerie collection.

Lovehoney recommends:

• Lovehoney Moonlight Black Peekaboo Bra and Suspender Knickers Set
• Lovehoney Sheer Suspender Bodystocking
• Lovehoney Peek-A-Boo Merry Widow Red Bustier

Toys for two

Toys are a great way to introduce new sensations to your sex life, whether you’re after a knicker vibe for date night, a feather tickler to up your foreplay game or something to spoil your long-distance lover.

If you’re spending a whole weekend together, a kit designed for two (or more, if that’s what you’re into) is great. Tease, tantalise and try new things with the Lovehoney Wild Weekend Mega Couples Sex Toy Kit.

Lovehoney recommends:

• Lovehoney USB Rechargeable Mini Magic Wand Vibrator
• tokidoki x Lovehoney Wildstyle Single Speed Silicone Finger Ring
• Lovehoney Wild Weekend Mega Couple's Sex Toy Kit (11 Piece)

Set the mood

You’ve got the gift sorted, so now it’s time to create a sensual atmosphere. Get rid of that overflowing laundry basket, stack of coursebooks or bedside mug collection. Think zero clutter and soft lighting – a few carefully placed lamps or candles should do the trick (maybe get the LED ones to avoid breaking those accommodation rules).

Heady aromas and sweet scents can heighten the senses, so have a deliciously scented massage bar or oil on hand – if it’s lickable, all the better.

Lovehoney recommends:

• Lovehoney Oh! Vanilla Massage Bar
• Lovehoney Oh! Cherry Lickable Massage Oil
• Lovehoney Oh! Romantic Red Rose Petals
• Lovehoney Cherry Lubricant

Fun and games

We’re not suggesting you swap your steamy plans for a Scrabble tournament, but games can be a winning choice if you’re spending a not-so-quiet night in.

There are some great games for couples out there, from foreplay dice to board games like Nookii, and - if you want to skip straight to sexytime - Kama Sutra playing cards.

• Nookii: The Hot Game for Passionate Lovers
• Lovehoney Oh! Kama Sutra Playing Cards
• Lovehoney Oh! Thriller Spinner Foreplay Game

Still not sure what to get your SO?

No probs. the Lovehoney cupids have whipped up a quiz to help guide you to the perfect sexy Valentine’s gift.

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