Making the Mood
Creating the romantic environment
First things first, de-clutter. That’s right, get rid of the junk. There’s no bigger turn off than stepping or rather falling over stuff you’ve refused to part with. Don’t throw them under the bed either.
You’ve still got a week, so how about a coat of paint or new drapes?
Fresh silk or cotton sheets are a must. Pillows are equally important, so throw out the perfectly useless no-support pillows and buy some more. Anticipate him propping up in bed staring across at you and then dreaming of you all night till daylight.
Candles and music to set the mood
Go overboard and equip your bedroom with a mini bar. or if you’re spending Valentine’s in a hotel, order room service. What to eat? Michelle Smith of Chocolate Dreams suggests strawberries dipped in chocolate, erotic chocolates (commissioned his/her private parts) might be just the type of naughty he has on his mind. Go ahead indulge his ultimate fantasy.
How to do Bedtime Chic
Gaudia Aquart of Nirvana Day Spa suggests a day in the spa to totally relax the body and naughty, naughty, ladies to “buff and prime it to perfection”. A full-body paraffin wax treatment is guaranteed to have him (pun definitely intended) eating out of your hands.
Nightshirts or oversized men’s shirts can be sexy when worn to bed. Raid his wardrobe ahead of time.
The classic camisole and French knickers speak to effortless glam.
Classic pyjamas are perfect for snuggling on wintry nights.
Wearing black, red or pink baby-doll and heels suggests you want company.
Gentlemen since Valentine’s Day is as much about you, we would appreciate it if you turn up looking as if you care.
. Manicured clean nails.
. A fresh, plaque-free mouth
. Your best boxers. holes are a turn-off.
. A beautifully buffed, fresh smelling body. (Nirvana takes in men too)
. A gift (that’s in addition to the flowers you’ve already sent).
Valentine Turn-offs
. Curlers. for obvious reasons
. Unless he’s a smoker, stale cigarette smoke all over.
. Hair that’s dirty can’t be touched, or worse still, hair that doesn’t move.
. A bathroom filled with wet underwear.
. Too much make-up
Lip gloss and clean, moisturised skin should suffice. Okay we don’t all have Halle Berry skin so a little concealer and soft, soft lights will do the trick.
. A creaky bed especially if you don’t live alone.
. Morning after bad breath. so schedule an appointment with the dentist so if you do fall asleep after nibbling chocolate and strawberries and licking off whipped cream, it certainly won’t be halitosis memories.
Better still, get to the bathroom before he does.
Post-Valentine’s Day signs that he’s ready:
. He talks about where you’ll both be 10 years from now.
. He wants to wake up next to you every single day.
