19 sexy lingerie sets that know exactly what they're doing

You genuinely cannot go wrong with a Lounge lingerie set, and the Selene is the proof. Deep fig lace, a basque silhouette with suspender straps built in, matching thong — all for £100 flat and the quality holds up every single time. Wear it as the main event or under a sheer slip. Either way, this is the set that earns its drawer space permanently.

This isn't a slip dress you've seen before. Sheer rose lace, decorative rosettes, a self-tie open front and underwired cups — decadent and refined with a feminine playfulness that refuses to take itself too seriously. Imagine wearing nothing else during a heatwave, or thrown over wide-leg trousers for a chic daytime look with a hint of evening romance creeping in at the edges.

A silk bra on sale is a situation that demands immediate action. The ruby contrast colourway has a vintage boudoir aesthetic — blush lace with a red trim that reads genuinely considered rather than accidental. The plunge is deep, the sizing runs generous, and these will sell out before the week is out. Act accordingly.

You don't have to strip down to play all night. Black floral lace, a deep V, and a cut that flatters rather than compromises — this is the kind of piece that keeps things interesting without requiring a costume change. Cheeky by design, never cheap in execution.

Pure whimsy in a lingerie set — white floral lace, scalloped trim and a balcony silhouette that's as pretty under a summer dress as it is on its own. Think Laura Ashley, but make it lingerie. The sheer panelling gives it a lightness that works from June through to September, and the wide-set straps sit beautifully under off-shoulder necklines.

Classic red lace plunge bra with the kind of brooding '90s energy that belongs in a film noir — a red lip, a belted trench coat, and absolutely nothing else underneath. The lace is dense and rich, the padded cups give shape without overclaiming, and the underwire is the kind you forget you're wearing. IYKYK.

Truly a work of art. Navy embroidered mesh with scalloped lace trim, a sheer bra, suspender belt and matching thong — the kind of set you photograph before you wear it. The embroidery is intricate enough to justify the close look, and the blue reads richer in person than on screen. A set for someone who treats lingerie as an investment, not an afterthought.

Black harness strapping, gold hardware, and a thigh harness detail that turns getting dressed into a whole moment. It also comes with matching cuffs for those who enjoy a little rough play — which the product page mentions and I'll leave at that. Wear it under wide-leg leather trousers with the straps visible, or commit entirely to the full set.

The Bianca is what happens when a bra takes its own silhouette seriously. The hybrid demi-balconette cups sit in stretch lace with a navy bow at centre front — delicate enough to read romantic, structured enough to actually fit. At £94 it earns its price point in the detail alone. The matching garter belt exists, and yes, you need it.

That teal is doing something — a sumptuous jewel tone that earns its place in the edit immediately. The considered strap architecture and seam placement are doing real structural work, enhancing an hourglass silhouette without any of the scaffolding showing. Especially ideal for fuller busts — the illusion mesh panels give coverage while the multi-strap design keeps things interesting.

A sheer black babydoll with underwired lace cups, a bow at centre front and a hem that skims rather than covers — the kind of piece that makes the bit before bed as considered as everything else. Currently 30% off, which means the decision is already made. Five stars across the board and I'd argue that's underselling it.

Lilac-pink stretch lace in the softest demi silhouette SKIMS has done — unlined, underwired, and sized up to a G cup, which almost no lace bra at this price point bothers to do. Currently on sale and absolutely going fast. The matching brief is in the same lace and the whole set costs less than one Agent Provocateur underwire. Do the maths.

Best for: best sexy lace lingerie set

Sheer beaded mesh in blush-gold, triangle cups with a scatter of subtle shimmer — this is what you wear when lingerie is the look, not what's under it. Style it with low-waist wide-leg trousers and let the beading catch the light at the right moment, or keep it entirely to yourself. Both are correct.

Burgundy lace with blush floral appliqué and the kind of precise underwiring that makes Agent Provocateur worth every penny twice over. The balconette cut lifts and separates without any padding — it's all construction, no shortcuts. At £230 this is a considered purchase, and it will outlast every cheaper bra you've ever owned. That's the deal.

Black lace over hot pink satin — this set commits fully to the drama of it. The peekaboo cups give you maximum impact with maximum support, and the suspender knickers come built-in with stocking clips so the whole thing is one purchase, not three. At under £40 for the set, this is the easiest yes of the edit.

Dusty blue-grey lace with a corset-style front, ribbon tie at the waist and a cut-out back that makes getting dressed feel like a whole choreography. The unlined balcony cups keep things light while the bodysuit silhouette does the shaping. This is the piece you buy for a specific evening and then wear every other weekend too.

Best for: sexy bodysuit lingerie

Go for a longer, see-through babydoll dress like this one if you want some peeks of skin, but still keep it light and airy. The front bra hook makes it easy to slip on…and off.