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Time is running out for last shipping days for Christmas, so we’re going to hurry up and finish out our Christmas Picks series with a big bang: here are our favourite lingerie picks for Christmas 2007, categorized from the Lingerie Virgin to the Vixen.

Virgin: Dessous by Sophie Simmons

For a woman who doesn’t want frills and doesn’t want too much fuss, the simple Dessous by Sophie Simmons is a lovely gift - luxurious, simple, and still guaranteed to make her feel amazing. You can get Dessous at Catriona MacKechnie

Other Virgin picks:

• Eres lingerie (US)
• Alice & Astrid (UK), US stockist

Cozy Cutie: Elizabeth Cotton

It’s been a while since we checked in on loungewear designer Elizabeth Cotton, and we’re loving all of her new lines - in addition to the original cropped-leg PJ’s, Elizabeth has full-length pajamas, nightshirts (pictured above), robes, and some adorable lounge shorts. All lines are available in printed Liberty cotton, sateen or flannel - perfect for any cozy cutie!

Other Cozy Cutie picks:

• Argentovivo Cashmere Pajamas (UK)
• CyberJammies (US)

Athlete: Pure Lime

Scandinavian label Pure Lime takes workout wear to its bare basics - brilliant fabric, great support, and 100% comfort. Pure Lime offers a style for every kind of Athlete and uses simple colours and pared-down design to create a classic look. Pure lime is available at Elliegray in the UK and StepnPump in the US.

Other Athlete Picks:

• Elita (US)
• Running Bare (UK)

Sophisticate: Christies Lingerie

Given its rather unassuming name, Christie’s is a little gem of refined, indulgent Italian lingerie. Definitely on the sultrier side of the Romantic spectrum, Christie’s perfectly captures that savage glamour and cold loveliness of any Sophisticate. The lingerie looks amazing on her, and the Sophisticate will look as if she couldn’t care a fig. Christies is available in Europe at Cazar and in the US at Nancy Meyer.

Other Sophisticate picks:

• Courtworth Lingerie (US)
• Cotton Club (UK)

Romantic: Sally Jones

The Romantic likes lace, soft colours, feminine shapes and gorgeous fabrics. To fit this bill, we went to Sally Jones lingerie, a Welsh designer living in Australia who has beautifully blended European glamour with Australian chic. Read our entire write-up of Sally Jones here.

Other Romantic picks:

• Julianne (some heavenly pieces this season, UK)
• Carine Gilson (US)

Flirt: Ravage

French label Ravage has been doing some gorgeous collections lately, and their whimsical retro-inspired “Free Collection” is perfectly suited to any Flirt. These frilly, lacy sets are positively Audrey Hepburn but still saucy enough to make her feel amazing. Also don’t miss the Diva collection (particularly the Gupiere) for Flirt-bordering-on-Vixen pieces. (all US, also available in Europe)

Other Flirt Picks:

• Mimi Holliday (UK), US stockist
• Patrick & Skinner (a variety of UK stockists)

Vixen: Nichole de Carle

Nichole de Carle, a line that we’ve been anticipating for over a year, has finally launched, and just in time for your Vixen’s perfect Christmas. Read our full write-up of Nichole de Carle here.

Other Vixen Picks:

• Kiki de Montparnasse (US)
• D&G Animal print cami sets (UK)
• RCrescentini by Cotton Club (Europe)

There you go, no more excuses! You’re on your last shopping days of Christmas so hop to it, and don’t forget to wrap all her gorgeous lingerie up in our silk lingerie bag!

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